Parkin, the largest operator of paid public parking facilities in Dubai, has announced that a new variable pricing tariff will be introduced in early April 2025. This change will affect parking across the emirate, as the company aims to better manage public parking demand. Public parking in Dubai is categorized into four tariff zones: A,...
The Abu Dhabi Investment Group (ADIG) took an active role in the fourth edition of the Investopia Summit 2025, a prominent global platform aimed at promoting dialogue and investment partnerships among business leaders and investors worldwide. This year’s summit was themed “Harnessing MegaForces” and emphasized the importance of international collaboration in driving economic growth. According...
The Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, in collaboration with the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council (ICCC), organized the “Diplomatic Day for Women Ambassadors in the UAE” to promote cultural and diplomatic ties. The event took place on Thursday and attracted ambassadors from ten nations, including Finland, Slovenia, Congo, Barbados, Mali, Malta, Latvia, Estonia, Ireland,...
The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) segment is currently driving an increase in business travel to key global locations, including the USA, Germany, France, UK, Spain, Singapore, Dubai, and Japan. This surge is largely attributed to corporations placing a higher value on in-person engagements, leading to a significant rise in demand for large-scale conferences,...
A dedicated team of Emirati ambassadors is actively working to strengthen ties between the UAE and countries around the world, including as far as Costa Rica and Japan. Their mission focuses on using diplomacy to enact positive change, with a commitment to fostering international relationships that can benefit both the UAE and its partner nations...
Airfare prices in the UAE are projected to rise by up to 50% as Eid Al Fitr 2025 coincides with the two-week spring break, creating unprecedented demand for travel. Experts indicate that the surge in fares could be between 40% and 50% due to the high volume of travelers seeking international flights during this peak...
Flynas, the prominent low-cost airline in the Middle East, has successfully finalized a Murabaha financing agreement with Bank AlJazirah valued at SAR 495 million (approximately $132 million). This financing will support the acquisition of three advanced Airbus A320neo aircraft, a move aimed at boosting the airline’s operational capacity and enhancing competitiveness within the Saudi aviation...
Etihad Airways, the airline of the United Arab Emirates, has said it wants to grow its strategic relationship with Air Europa, one of the biggest airlines in Spain. The goal of this partnership is to improve business and operational ties so that passengers have more options, better services, and better value. Starting in the summer...
AD Ports Group is set to explore the creation of an industrial zone near Karachi Port and Port Qasim in Pakistan. This ambitious project aims to enhance trade and economic activities, positioning Pakistan as a “world-class marine hub” and a vital gateway to Central Asia. According to a statement from AD Ports Group, Pakistan is...
Al Etihad Payments (AEP), which is a part of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), has announced the start of Jaywan, the UAE’s first domestic card scheme. It can now be used anywhere in the world. This project fits with the UAE’s plan to become more digital and will help the country become a...