HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), recently welcomed Vugar Ahmadov, Chairman & CEO of Azerishiq, the electrical grid operator in Baku, Azerbaijan. Their meeting aimed to discuss shared ambitions in fostering innovation and sustainability within the energy sector. Credit: DEWA The discussions included key DEWA executives...
The world’s largest visa application centre has officially opened in Dubai’s Wafi City, significantly improving access for travel to and from the emirate. This announcement was made on Tuesday, highlighting the centre’s capacity to handle up to 10 000 visa applications each day, which is the highest capacity of any such facility worldwide. Spanning approximately...
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has announced the creation of the Slovak Business Council, aimed at fostering stronger trade and investment ties between Dubai and Slovakia. This initiative is part of the Dubai Chamber’s commitment to enhance international partnerships and facilitate business opportunities for its members. Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office The establishment of...
Dubai is taking significant steps to improve its regulatory and inspection systems concerning dual-use goods. The Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA), in collaboration with Germany’s Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control (BAFA), conducted a four-day training and awareness workshop titled “Export and Import Controls on Dual-Use Goods.” According ti Gulf News, this workshop...
Dubai’s Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is attracting significant international interest, with 47 global companies expressing their desire to participate in the development of its seventh phase. This announcement was made by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the CEO and Managing Director of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). According to WAM, Al Tayer...
Sheikh Engineer Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, the Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation and the Board Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, welcomed the U.S. Consul in his office on March 19. During this meeting, they discussed enhancing bilateral relations and potential cooperation in various fields, particularly in aviation. The...
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has introduced a new framework aimed at measuring health research and development (R&D) expenditures within the UAE health sector. This initiative marks the first comprehensive framework designed to improve transparency and efficiency in data collection and analysis, thereby supporting evidence-based decision-making that enhances planning and performance in healthcare....
The bond between India and the UAE has flourished over the years, evolving from a historical exchange of spices and pearls to a multifaceted partnership driven by shared ambitions. As an Indian expatriate in the UAE for over three decades, India’s Republic Day holds special significance, marking not only the sacrifices of freedom fighters but...
DP World is collaborating with global financial institutions and technology providers to tackle the long-standing issues in cross-border payment systems. The company made this announcement during the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting the inefficiencies that have long plagued global commerce. Emerging markets, particularly in Asia and Africa, face challenges such as prolonged settlement times,...
The Government of the United Arab Emirates, alongside the World Economic Forum, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the Global Regulatory Innovation Platform (GRIP). This significant agreement was announced during the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, taking place in Davos, Switzerland, from January 20 to 24, 2025. GRIP aims to...