With the 23rd edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) in full swing, Etisalat is celebrating the festival with various discounts on devices, instant Wasel Gifts prizes, a chance to win AED250,000 on prepaid recharges, and amazing cashback rewards. As a strategic partner, Etisalat is offering up to 80% discount on smartphones, TVs, accessories and gadgets […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has launched a new license for startups, entrepreneurs and technology firms. The new Innovation License will attract new types of businesses to the Centre and is a key initiative for the Dubai Future District, which […]

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, recently visited Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, to discuss closer co-ordination and co-operation on enhancing exports from the UAE. Al Zeyoudi was received by Engineer Saed Al Awadi, CEO of Dubai Exports, in the presence of […]

The world that we live in today, it is imperative for any business to have a flawless and a ‘responsive’ website. A good website is responsible for nearly 95% of the first impression that people form about a company or a brand. Websites have seen a complete makeover from the time of its inception. From […]

The largest painting to be ever done on canvas will be auctioned in Dubai to raise $30 million for enhancing digital equality and education across the world. The auction is part of a charity initiative titled ‘Humanity Inspired’ launched by UAE-based global philanthropic organisation Dubai Cares, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has completed the development of 70 new parks and playgrounds in various residential areas of the emirate this year. This increases the total number of parks and playgrounds developed by […]

Emirates will resume passenger flights to Warsaw from 4 September starting with twice-a-week services, and increasing to three-a-week from 7 October. The resumption of flights to Warsaw will expand Emirates’ current network to 75 cities in September, offering travellers in the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific convenient connections via Dubai to the Polish capital. […]

The Women’s Sports Committee of Dubai Sports Council have announced a fun and exciting new event – the Dubai Sports Council International Women’s Online Tournament, which will see teams from UAE and overseas compete in a format that will showcase different sporting skills of participants. Organised in co-operation with Jam Sports Academy, the DSC International […]

Seeking to support independent artists, creatives, and collectives in the UAE, in the light of COVID-19 outbreak, and its resulting challenges, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in association with independent cultural organisation Art Jameel, has announced the successful conclusion of the first phase of the micro-funding initiative ‘Art Jameel Research and Practice Platform’. […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has enhanced the scope and benefits of its‘Intelaq’ licence for home-based businesses by extending it to the food sector, listing 19food trading activities and seven others relating to food preparation under the licence. Intelaq licence holders can also […]

Master-developer, Dubai South Properties, today announced an exciting new rent-to-own scheme for new tenants of The Pulse — the heartbeat of its Residential District, with easy and direct access from Expo Road. As part of Dubai South’s commitment to offering affordable and flexible solutions to residents, renters can now opt to make quarterly payments towards […]

With the growth and evolution of technologies and procedures, web applications and websites have seen a complete makeover. What used to be a static medium has now evolved into a very rich and interactive experience. Every business that has a website needs to ensure that it is engaging and updated at all times. Making an […]

Cadillac Middle East and Al Ghandi Auto -its exclusive dealer in the UAE, are bringing the showroom to customers by providing them with an innovative and simple way to purchase a Cadillac through the launch of Shop.Click.Drive. online e-commerce tool. The easy-to-use platform puts customers in complete control when it comes to buying the latest […]

Webinars have been in the game for a long time no doubt about that, and they still seem to be audience favourite. But what is a webinar? A webinar is a live online gathering or conference that is interactive and discussed in real-time. Designing a webinar doesn’t sound as easy as you think right? Well, […]

Let’s face it webinars and virtual events are the new normal. In this post-COVID-19 world, one of our greatest challenges has been maintaining social distance while trying to communicate with one another. However, through technological advances and leveraging virtual platforms, we don’t need to worry about getting close to anybody. While virtual events might seem […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy received 81 commercial complaints during April-June 2020,  which was 35% less compared to the same period in 2019.The CCCP also received 147 enquiries, bringing the total transactions it handled during the same period to 228. All commercial complaints and business enquiries received by CCCP […]

Dubai’s popular desert safari has been ranked the world’s top tourism experience with leading travel company OceanAir’s camel riding and desert BBQ offering winning the top global award for Experiences in Tripadvisor’s 2020 Travellers’ Choice Awards. An initiative of Tripadvisor, one of the world’s largest travel platforms, and its subsidiary company Viator, a renowned tours […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through its Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), introduced a new development in the complaints mechanism related to the management of jointly owned properties (JOP), in confirmation of its ambitious approach through which it aspires to provide more comfortable solutions for its customers, thus contributing to encouraging investment in the emirate’s growing […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etisalat, the leading emerging markets telecommunications provider. The agreement was signed between ArifAmiri, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority and Salvador Anglada, Group Chief Business Officer of […]

Modesh has been doing what he does best during this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) – spreading joy, happiness and excitement wherever he goes! Not only has the fun and friendly Dubai character been busy sharing his great new look and introducing his best pal Dana to fans around the city, but he’s now launched […]

In the wake of the Port of Beirut explosions which have devastated many parts of Lebanon’s capital city, Emirates is standing with Lebanon to provide critical emergency relief and aid to the hundreds of thousands of people affected by the blasts. Emirates SkyCargo plans to ramp up its freighter operations to Lebanon by dedicating over […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has noted a substantial uptick in its retail unit sales, especially those made to UAE residents. The developer has now sold nearly 35% of its recently released 700+ retail units, which are spread across its communities in Dubai’s most desirable residential destinations, including MBR City, Palm […]

Dubai will host virtually the 1st edition of Healthcare Future Summit, a conference dedicated to all medical professionals, ministries of health, government authorities, and academia. Running under the theme “Bringing Healthcare Communities Together”, the summit will be taking place from 6th-8th of December, 2020, focusing on the increased demand and the significant social expectations in […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, today announced its financial results for the first half of 2020. The company reported revenues of AED 174.5 million and net profit of AED 8.5 million for the six months ending 30th June 2020. In its meeting on Wednesday, 12 August, the […]

The Annual Investment Meeting in partnership with their Sustainable Partner, Bedayat by Sustainable City presents the UAE Emirates Startup Roadshow to be held on 17th and 20thSeptember, 2020. Aligning with precautionary measures, smart solutions and a resilient environment, the UAE Emirates Startup Roadshow is all set to cover four emirates: Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Abu […]

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Birmingham (1 September), Cebu (20 August), and Houston (23 August). This will bring the airline’s network to 74 destinations, offering travellers convenient connections between the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas through its Dubai hub. Flights between Dubai and Birmingham will operate four times a week, […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region is welcoming the leading Saudi Arabian Bank, Samba Financial Group to its ever growing client list. Samba Financial Group will become the first Saudi Arabian bank to establish in DIFC. The Group will use DIFC […]

This year’sDubai Summer Surprises (DSS) gets better with each passing week, and there are still more deals, activities and offers to enjoy. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has highlighted some of the best attractions, promotions and offers to make this weekend a fun time for all: LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT Gather pals and loved ones […]

The Business Registration &Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy has partnered with Akshaak, an online platform, to support projects operating under the ‘DED Trader’ licence of Dubai Economy, which allows start-ups in Dubai to conduct business activities online and across social networking accounts. As per the agreement, DED Trader licence holders can display and sell […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced its willingness to launch the musical arts programme that falls under the slogan ‘The National Anthem of the United Arab Emirates’ and is inviting all aspirants who seek to develop their passion for music and embark on horizons of creativity to join. The programme will be held from 16 […]

Ducab Group, one of the UAE’s largest industrial manufacturing businesses, has announced that overall profitability for the first six months of 2020has been maintained as compared to same period last year, due to the resilience of its diversified cables and metals business with all manufacturing based in the UAE. Commenting on the company’s performance, Dr. […]

And you’re live in 3! 2! 1! But wait, where’s your audience? Hosting a webinar sounds like a piece of cake, but in reality, it’s much more difficult than that. The success of your webinar lands solely in the hands of your audience, so you want to attract a large crowd. Here are some ways to […]

Dubai further reinforced its reputation as one of the world’s safest travel destinations with another one of its landmark luxury resorts Jumeirah Zabeel Sarayearning the Bureau Veritas Safeguard Label. The achievement of the resort by Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, makes it one of the coveted hotels recognised as compliant with the highest […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy has launched a new e-services package for traders and customers as part of the efforts to continuously enhance service quality, convenience as well as accessibility, and promote a safe economic environment that enables sustainable growth. The new service will enable traders to submit an […]

When the DXB Snow Run takes place at Ski Dubai in the Mall of the Emirates this Friday morning, a total of 46 nations will be represented at the start line with a big number of the participants being Emiratis and tourists. Open to men and women aged 18-62 years, the 3km DXB Snow Run […]

Are you blogging the right way?  Blogging is a great way to escape your current reality and express your passion for a specific subject. But that’s not all, blogging is also a great way to increase your cash inflow. Did we pique your interest? Great! Let’s get started! Before making your blog into a money […]

Dubai Land Department, in cooperation with Property Finder, launched the fourth edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index. The base year for Mo’asher is 2012 and the base month for the monthly index is January 2012, with the base quarter for the quarterly index being Q1 2012. A strong in June laid the foundation […]

Stalwart of the Middle East tourism industry, Nadège Noblet, the former Arabian Travel Market exhibition manager, has launched NANOU Destination & Hotel Marketing, a full-service tourism and hospitality representation company. The UAE-based company will connect and partner with international DMC’s, destinations, and hotels to raise their brand awareness to the Middle Eastern outbound tourism market. […]

Former Italy and Inter Milan goalkeeper Walter Zenga and Brazilian futsal legend Falcao have saluted Dubai Sports Council and Dubai World Trade Centre for the “amazing” facilities at Dubai Sports World after visiting the teeming venue, which offers enthusiasts an opportunity to practise and play sports in a secure, safe and air-conditioned facility in the […]

Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, has been shortlisted for the World Trade Promotion Organisations Awards (WTPO Awards 2020) by the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the of the World Trade Organisation and the United Nations. Dubai Exports will compete with external trade promotion agencies from five other countries […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has broken ground at Creek Views II, its newly launched development on the shores of the iconic Dubai Creek in Dubai Healthcare City, a budding community that is rapidly coming to life and increasing in demand. Creek Views II will be built at a value of […]

Families can enjoy big savings on super summer staycations at some of the city’s best hotels this Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). With only a few weeks of the school holidays left, now is the ideal time for families to book a few days of fun in the sun with free stays and even free meals […]

Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sectors are benefitting from a rapid rebound driven by a multi-phase roadmap being executed by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). Prominent players in the industry have experienced a surge of interest from across the world since the reopening of the city to international tourists on 7 July. […]

DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has attracted an unprecedented620global, regional and local applications for the signature programme. The 620 applications for the intake, exceeds the previous record of 425 applications, received in 2019. The applications represent an exceptionally broad range […]

Parents and children across Dubai can finally count down to the start of the new school year with the first day of term only a few weeks away. As the summer holidays come to an end, the citywide Back to School campaign is in full swing, brought to you by Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS); bringing […]

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) welcomed a delegation headed by HE Dawood Al Hajiri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, in Moro Hub (Data Hub Integrated Solutions), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DEWA. The visit aimed to discuss the opportunities of the joint cooperation between the two […]

Dubai Economy brought focus on the effectiveness and inclusiveness of the stimulus packages announced by Dubai following COVID-19 in its 6th Market Dialogue held recently with the business community. The virtual dialogue titled ‘The AED 6.3 billion opportunity for business in Dubai’ was hosted by Mohammed Shael AlSaadi, CEO of Corporate Strategic Affairs in Dubai […]

Emirates has announced it will increase its passenger services to/from Pakistan starting 10 August, offering customers enhanced connectivity to over 70 destinations within its current network, via Dubai. The airline is set to ramp up its flight frequency to/from Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, and Sialkot; and resume passenger services to Peshawar – providing customers worldwide with greater access […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) celebrates its fifth week of Daily Surprises with an amazing variety of limited edition deals across the city’s malls. From 9 to 14 August, residents and visitors can shop the exclusive offers and make savings on a range of accessories, shoes, homeware and beauty must-haves. The latest DSS Daily Surprises are only […]

Citron is a family business based in Dubai that offers an innovative range of products from beautiful printed lunchboxes, food jars, snack boxes, lunch bags, water bottles and food cutters that make mums and kids’ lives easier.  Founded by a mother that had a fussy eater, who came up with a product to deal with […]

Dubai Trade — DP World, UAE Region’s single window platform for cross-border trade — has announced the launch of ZADI, a unified food import platform aimed at facilitating the import and re-export of food shipments throughout Dubai ports. The first-of-its-kind platform in the Middle East is part of Dubai Trade’s plan to be the leading […]

Union Properties PJSC, one of the largest real estate development companies in the United Arab Emirates and the main developer of Dubai Motor City, has announced the completion of its three-year ‘Strategic Blue-Print Plan’ which includes the initial plans to launch its new project Motor City Hills. Motor City Hills will cover approximately GFA of […]

Get your dancing feet at the ready as Emirates School of Dance, the popular dance programme by Bodytree returns for its fall term starting September 6th, and the registration system is now live for parents to enroll their children. The Emirates School of Dance programme was developed in 2007 and is run by a group […]

Dubai Design District (d3) today launched the inaugural d3 Architecture Festival in partnership with the Royal Institute of British Architects Gulf Chapter (RIBA Gulf Chapter), establishing the emirate’s first platform to showcase regional architecture, urbanism and sustainable development. The inaugural edition of the d3 Architecture Festival is set to run from 11 to 13 November […]

A recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy shows that the number of operating businesses in Jumeirah has reached 3,648 to date. The licences issued according to the activities are: commercial (1,919), professional (1,663), tourism (48) and industrial (18). In terms of legal forms of the active licences in […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, has partnered with Dubai Tourism for their revered Dubai Summer Surprises extravaganza. With more than 150 restaurants and seven beautiful art galleries available at the Centre, the partnership will offer visitors to Gate Avenue an array of promotions, events and surprises. Taking place […]

Residents can unlock the best of what Dubai has to offer by taking part in Summer Unlocked, an exciting new race against the clock challenge that promises a summer filled with citywide adventures, family fun and super prizes. Summer Unlocked is an action packed, ever expanding, fast-paced and dynamic challenge that gives participants a set […]

ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘How to Win High-Value Business Using LinkedIn’ on Tuesday 25 August 2020 at 11 am UAE Time. The webinar is presented by Neeraj Shah – Founder & CEO, Titan Mastermindz LLP. In this dynamic 60-minute free-to-attend webinar, participants will discover: The key principles to rapidly become influential […]

There is a lot more fun, games, deals and sales to enjoy each and every day with Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has highlighted some of the best attractions, promotions and offers to make this a fun-packed weekend for everyone: LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT Foodies can log onto a virtual masterclass […]

The iconic Emirates A380 will begin serving travellers on flights to Toronto starting 16 August. The airline has so far resumed A380 operations to Amsterdam, Cairo, Paris, London Heathrow and Guangzhou (8 August) – taking its A380 network to six cities. The Emirates A380 experience remains a favourite amongst travellers for its spacious and comfortable cabins and […]