February 2021 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

February 24, 2021 no comments 311
But they're more optimistic about recent changes than their global peers Despite clear progress and strong support from the government, 95 percent of female business leaders surveyed in the UAE indicate that there is more to be done to build gender diversity in corporate boards and...

February 22, 2021 no comments 344
Engine failure spurs suspension of dozens of aircraft worldwide Emirates Airline has clarified that its Boeing 777 fleet is not using the same type of engine that caught fire shortly after take-off in the United States on Saturday. American plane maker Boeing has recommended that...

February 22, 2021 no comments 395
District cooling company eyes further acquisitions as developers shed non-core assets Dubai-based National Central Cooling Company (Tabreed) could issue more bonds as it looks to fund acquisitions, including the purchase of district cooling units sold by real estate and infrastructure...

February 21, 2021 no comments 295
Rebound in mid-market segment pegged to follow Dubai's prime areas such as Downtown, Dubai Hills and The Palm are leading the recovery in the emirate's property market, rising up to 30 per cent in some vicinities, with the middle segment pegged to follow, say property developers and...

February 21, 2021 no comments 315
"Over the past year, the world has witnessed great changes brought about by repercussions from the Coronavirus pandemic, which were reflected in all aspects of life," Al Olama said DUBAI: Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and...

February 20, 2021 no comments 380
On average, approximately 947,000 riders used public transport every day in 2020 Nearly 346 million riders used public transport means in Dubai last year which comprised of the metro, tram, buses, marine transport (abra, ferry, water taxi and water bus), e-hail rides, smart rental...

February 20, 2021 no comments 342
The Commercial Control and Consumer Protection of the Dubai Economy closed a travel agency in the Business Bay area for offering to conduct COVID-19 test via WhatsApp, which is considered a clear violation of commercial activity, as these tests are only done and licensed by the UAE Ministry of...

February 20, 2021 no comments 302
In Dubai, a large number of project completions over the last few years and the handover of an additional 39,000 units in 2020 were among the primary reasons for the general drop in prices UAE - Lower prices and the completion of ongoing infrastructure projects along with various...

February 19, 2021 no comments 395
An installation by Emirati artist Jamal Habroush Al Suwaidi sees him depict one of the world’s best-known symbols of hospitality and welcoming gestures of friendship — the coffee bean. Taking the form of a multi-coloured, large-scale artwork, “The Coffee Beans” features seven metal...

February 19, 2021 no comments 370
Six people were injured in five traffic accidents in Dubai in the last 48 hours, the Director of the General Department of Traffic Police at Dubai Police revealed. According to Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, most traffic accidents happened due to violations of traffic laws, including...

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