July 2021 — Topical news of the United Arab Emirates

July 19, 2021 no comments 236
Total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 660,978 ABU DHABI- The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 265,482 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment. In a statement on Sunday, the...

July 19, 2021 no comments 256
The new service will be operated on Thursdays and Sundays ABU DHABI- Etihad Airways, the UAE national airline, today launched its inaugural flight to Vienna, the first of a new twice-weekly service between Abu Dhabi and the Austrian capital. Flight EY147 departed Abu Dhabi...

July 15, 2021 no comments 301
Al Majaz Waterfront, the iconic family and leisure destination by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) overlooking the Khalid Lagoon, will be adorning with yet another world-class amenity – a football field. The football field will be unveiled at a grand opening...

July 15, 2021 no comments 345
The framework aims to create a secure digital environment by establishing cybersecurity to protect data, information systems and the communication network, thereby preserving the wealth of data that Dubai has achieved over the years. Dubai - Dubai Digital Authority (DDA) has held the...

July 15, 2021 no comments 281
Aggregate ownership now at 45.18% of the issued share capital of NGI Dubai DFM-listed investment company, Dubai Investments, has acquired an additional 15.19 percent share of National General Insurance Co. from Emirates NBD Bank through a direct deal. The aggregate ownership has...

July 14, 2021 no comments 296
UAE President has pardoned and ordered to release 855 prisoners, who were serving various sentences in different jails, ahead of Eid Al Adha. The gesture is part of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan's humanitarian initiatives. The move also reflects the...

July 14, 2021 no comments 299
On entering the pavilion, visitors will tour the world of ICD in an immersive yet relaxed experience DUBAI- Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD) is participating in Expo 2020 Dubai with a memorable, welcoming and enriching experience designed and built by ALEC FITOUT and design...

July 14, 2021 no comments 241
Deal is expected to add to the pharma giant's bottom line from Q3 2021 The UAE-based pharmaceuticals company Julphar has acquired full control of Planet Pharmacies LLC, a leading regional pharmaceutical distributer. The acquisition is expected to add to the drug maker’s Q3 2021 bottom...

July 14, 2021 no comments 246
The UAE has seen a considerable rise in the cases of COVID-19 infections and deaths during the last three holidays. The last three holidays include this year's Eid Al Fitr, the New Year's holidays, and last year’s Eid Al Adha. Farida Al Hosani, the official spokesman for the UAE...

July 13, 2021 no comments 281
Firm says offices must 'greenify' to avoid obsolescence The Greens in Dubai is the office rental market that saw the steepest rental increases in the last 12 months and prices in Dubai Media City returned to pre-COVID levels, according to a leading real estate consultancy. Prime...

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