Two major agreements have been signed between the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) and Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) to support scholarship students and strengthen the accreditation process for higher education institutions in Dubai. The first agreement is focused on the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme, which selects 100 top-performing...
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UAE Ministerial Council Reviews Policies to Drive National Development
The UAE’s Ministerial Development Council, led by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, convened at Qasr Al Watan to discuss updates on key national agendas and policies, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM). The meeting addressed several critical areas, including policies...
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UAE Aviation Records Over 1 Million Air Traffic Movements in 2024
The UAE marked a major milestone in 2024 by surpassing one million annual air traffic movements, as confirmed by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). The record was achieved on December 22 with the arrival of Emirates Flight 305 from Shanghai. This achievement highlights a 10.3% growth in air traffic compared to 2023. As reported...
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Mashreq Bank Finalizes $385 Million Stake Sale in Neopay
Mashreq Bank has completed the sale of a majority stake in its digital payments platform, Neopay, for $385 million. A consortium formed by Turkey-based DgPays and Bahrain’s Arcapita Group Holdings Limited led the acquisition. While the majority stake is now owned by the consortium, Mashreq still holds a significant minority share. The bank emphasized its...
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Indialand Expands Dubai Portfolio with Major Office Space Deals
Dubai’s office property market is witnessing remarkable activity, with waiting lists for premium spaces growing rapidly. According to Gulf News, Indialand Group, led by founder Harish Fabiani, has made significant moves with a series of major acquisitions in the city. Just days after purchasing the Thuraya Telecommunications Tower in Barsha for Dh160 million, Fabiani acquired...
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UAE President and Pakistani PM Discuss Strengthening Ties
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, met with Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, on Sunday in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan. The two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation between their countries, particularly in economic, trade, and development sectors. The meeting emphasized the strong historical ties between the...
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Dubai RTA Expands Road Network in Al Awir 1 and Other Residential Areas
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is building 16.5 km of internal roads in Al Awir 1 as part of its efforts to enhance infrastructure in residential areas. The project aims to improve accessibility, reduce traffic congestion, and boost road safety while supporting Dubai’s urban growth. As part of the plan, a new entrance from...
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Sheikh Mohammed Approves Dh5.4 Billion Housing Project for Young Emiratis
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has announced a major housing initiative worth Dh5.4 billion aimed at supporting young Emiratis who are starting families. The project will see the construction of more than 3,000 new homes across Dubai, catering to both housing loan and grant beneficiaries. Under the plan, 1,181 homes...
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Dubai Secures Top Spot in Region on Global Power City Index
Dubai has once again claimed the top regional position and ranked eighth globally in the Global Power City Index 2024, released by Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies. This marks the second consecutive year Dubai has achieved this milestone, making it the first city in the Middle East to earn such recognition. The...
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Riyadh Metro Fully Operational with Launch of Orange Line
Riyadh Metro has officially completed its six-line network with the launch of the orange line on Sunday. This milestone marks the end of a phased rollout that began in late November, according to the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. The orange line, running east to west, covers 41 kilometers between Jeddah Road and the Second...