The UAE Government has launched the United Nations (UN) platform, “Big Data for Sustainable Development”, as part of an initiative aimed at meeting the needs of the Middle East and North African (MENA) region. The UAE is one of four countries selected as a regional headquarters for the platform. The announcement was made during the
Marjan, RAK Hospitality Holding and Wynn Resorts, Limited, the US-listed international developer and operator of luxury resorts, have announced a multi-billion-dollar integrated resort development on the man-made Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The spectacular Al Marjan Island, already a leading tourism destination, is only 15 minutes from the Ras Al
As the world enters Web 3.0, the emerging metaverse is going to challenge the way businesses currently operate and it is time for brands to reimagine their marketing strategies. Brands are increasingly recognizing the importance of having a virtual presence in the metaverse, where their customers can interact with their products in a more immersive
The Federal Tax Authority (“FTA”) has called on tax registrants to benefit from the Cabinet Decision to extend the grace period to benefit from the re-determination of administrative penalties on violating tax laws until December 31, 2022, which would make the amount of the total unpaid penalties due until June 28, 2021 equal to 30%of
The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has announced that the inaugural day of the Festival, 3 February, will showcase top Emirati writers and speakers in a series of talks, panel discussions, workshops and poetry performances. Presented in collaboration with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, the Emirati CulturalDay will uncover important topics, including sessions looking at
A large number of stamp and coin collectors and enthusiasts gathered on the second and third days of the ongoing ‘Emirates 2022 World Stamp Exhibition’ in Dubai to take part in the global event’s forums and activities. Hosted byEmirates Post Group in collaboration with the Emirates Philatelic Association, the exhibition will run until January23, 2022
The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure enables the country’s energy transition by adopting sustainability in all sectors including the maritime industry. The country has consolidated its leading position among the best maritime centres in the world by employing practices, decisions and legislation that have contributed to developing the sector and enhancing maritime safety standards,
