Dubai’s real estate market recorded 368 sales transactions worth AED909.66 million and mortgage deals of AED177.3 million, in addition to 70 gift transactions amounting to AED126.81 million Monday, data released by the emirate’s Land Department (DLD) showed. The sales included 325 villas and apartments worth AED735.99 million, and 43 land plots worth AED173.66 million, while […]

The mission of the President of Lazio, Nicola Zingaretti, at Expo Dubai 2020 is now in full swing. Yesterday morning, at the conference room of the Grand Hotel Millennium Business Bay in Dubai, started the series of regional events scheduled until March 9th at the Emirates Exhibition, to launch a bridge between Lazio and the […]

Invest Selangor Berhadyesterday officially kicked off the Selangor Week at the Malaysia Pavilion in Expo 2020 Dubai. From 6th to 12th March 2022 at the pavilion, Selangor Week aims to not only position Selangor as the most advanced state in Malaysia but also provide a platform to strengthen its relations and share ideas with 192 […]

Ultra-prime homes sales, or homes that cost more than US$ 10 million have reached record levels, according to a new whitepaper, Dubai’s COVID Comeback, by global property consultancy, Knight Frank. During 2021 overall, Dubai’s residential market recorded over 52,000 apartment and villa transactions, totalling AED 114.2bn, more than the total for 2019 and 2020 combined. […]

Mastercard, the Official Payment Technology Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, is collaborating with the Expo School Programme to stage two of its biggest ever Girls4Tech sessions as part of International Women’s Day 2022. The initiative is part of the technology company’s continued push towards gender parity and increased representation of women in the technology sector. […]

As the countdown begins for the launch of the tenth edition of Sikka Art and Design Festival, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced its readiness to provide an integrated and fun experience to the visitors. The festival will be held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Dubai Airports, the operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC),has announced the launch of the new Dubai Airports Women’s Network (DAWN), a dedicated platform to empower, inspire, inform and connect women in aviation and maximise personal and professional development opportunities for Dubai Airports’ female professionals. Focused around three key pillars – ‘Connect’, […]

Meydan Free Zone business owners can exclusively benefit from the digital application Meydan Pay. It is the first and only digital solution in the UAE that enables businesses to obtain an instant and guaranteed IBAN with the license. The app allows a 360-degree digital experience that eases business transactions. As per the National Economic Register, […]

Erik Linquier, Commissioner General for France at Expo 2020 Dubai, extends his best wishes and sincere congratulations to His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak al Nahyan, Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, for the success of this World Expo. To thank the UAE for hosting this incredible event, Erik Linquier has offered to His Excellency […]

The iconic Lake Geneva Region was the centrepiece of an event to showcase the best of the region and highlighting its position as one of the most important innovation hubs in the world, whilst presenting various industries such as tourism, business, education, and science. The event, which took place on March 1 at the Switzerland […]

The new initiative leverages the credit worthiness of larger buyers to provide a more cost-effective early payment to their smaller suppliers thereby reducing the overall cost of financing the supply chain. The program complements Mashreq’s existing market leading receivable finance solutions which offers a one stop for client end-to-end supply chain finance needs. Globally, SMEs […]

The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai will display 30 photographs of Emirati women to observe the International Women’s Day as part of the UAE Gender Balance Council’s (UAEGBC) ‘UAE’s Women Face Print’ exhibition. At the heart of the display is a rare painting of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, […]

If there is a prototype of a modern city, that is undoubtedly Dubai. A destination that seduces for its hypermodern architecture, for the energy that exudes from its streets, for its exclusive and luxurious shopping centers, not to mention its exotic but incredible food that reflects a culture as rich as the Western one. There […]

Composer and Musician. Born in 1973. B.A. in music composition, Tokyo University of the Arts. In 2002 Shibuya established ATAK, a music label releasing CDs of cutting-edge electro-acoustic works by various artists from all over the world. He has produced a lot of music works, for example film music, sound installation, etc. In 2012 he […]

Dubai Design District (d3) will push creative and artistic boundaries once again this March for its second edition of Rethink Art. The innovative art programme will present art exhibitions and installations, live performances and activations and workshops for all art enthusiasts. It will run at d3 from 8 March to 13 March 2022. At the […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a delegation from Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture at its headquarters, where it shared best international practices adopted in the field of digital services, membership and smart transformation. The delegation, headed by Paul Faraj Koyi, President of Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture; and Abdul Mwilima, […]

As we enter the final month of Expo 2020 Dubai, the Malaysia Pavilion is gearing up to end the mega event on a high note. March looks to be the busiest month yet with a packed cultural and business agenda, numerous collaborations and a special surprise for the one-millionth visitor to the Malaysia Pavilion. On […]

Is El Dorado real or mythical? The lost city of El Dorado fueled a lot of curiosity and exploration in the past, and the story has been passed down generation after generation. It has a lot of versions, depending on who is telling the story, but some details are consistent- an ethnic community, gold, ceremony, […]

Malaysia has exceeded its expectations of trade and business leads garnered at Expo 2020 Dubai, giving confidence for its industries to get the much-needed boost to reset their businesses. Shamsul BaharMohd Nor, Chief Executive of the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) said the World Expo has proven to provide countries a robust […]

Organized by ‘Awards International’ a pioneer in conducting awards in the Middle East region launched their latest edition of ‘Gulf Sustainability Awards 2022′ at the Netherlands Pavilion. The Gulf Sustainability Awards is one of 15 awards programmes originated in 2017. After achieving enormous success, it became an annual event held in Dubai, the hub of […]

In support of Dubai’s vision to turn the walls and streets of the emirate into an open art gallery,Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading vibrant urban destination promoting culture and community,is transforming into an open-air art gallery with the unveiling of DIFC Sculpture Park, which will remain open to the public until 30 June […]

Looking for a epic way to celebrate Paddy’s Day? The lucky of the Irish is on your side! This Paddy’s Day, the party is at Ain Dubai! The world’s largest and tallest observation wheel is set to welcome guests with plenty of activities to help everyone get in the spirit and join the brilliant craic […]

While people in many countries are stuck indoors during the winter, Dubai’s residents are encouraged to take advantage of the warmer temperatures and become a tourist in their own city. With its plethora of world-class attractions, outdoor adventures and family friend activities, Dubai offers plenty of ways for families and friends to spend quality time […]

In the lead up to International Women’s Day, Expo 2020 celebrate a brigade of top female chefs from around the globe, showcasing their talents at the greatest show on earth. The stellar, gastronomic line-up of female chefs bring a wealth of flavour to Expo 2020. Discover innovative tasting menus Christelle Vougo from the Ivory Coast, sample […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce has presented 54 companies with the Dubai Chamber CSR Label for their outstanding CSR efforts in the second half of 2021. The Chamber recently hosted a virtual ceremony showcasing the companies’ achievements in corporate social responsibility (CSR), which was attended by representatives from the recognised organisations. Seventeen companies were awarded Dubai […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, celebrated its inaugural service to AlUla on 02 March, becoming the first national carrier of the UAE to operate flights from Dubai. Yesterday’s inaugural flight arrived at AlUla International Airport (ULH) and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute, marking the start of a twice-weekly service. On board the inaugural […]

The France Pavilion has passed a milestone with 1.5 million visitors at Expo 2020 Dubai. As we head towards the last month, the France Pavilion promises to be busy with jam-packed events for the public, especially with the new temporary exhibition dedicated to “Jean Paul Gaultier from A to Z”, a world premiere of the […]

Egyptian superstar Tamer Hosny is set to dazzle audiences at Global Village – performing an incredible mix of his latest hits and classic tunes.In partnership with Rotana,the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment will host one of the Arab world’s best-loved singers on Friday, March 11, 2022 at […]

The Emirates Literature Foundation and the Wikimedians of the UAE user group have issued an open invitation to the Wikipedia community in the UAE to celebrate Women’s Day with action. Hosting an editathon event dedicated to recognising Emirati women’s achievements at both a local and international levels, the target is to create a minimum of […]

The Odd Piece, an eclectic – vintage furniture store located at Alserkal Avenue is bringing together four unique and ethical slow fashion brands- Muzungu Sisters, Sunflowers, Nasiba Hafiz and Sarah’s Bag- to set up a pre-Ramadan Pop-Up Shop on March 8th, 2022. The pop-up will showcase a collection of artisanal pieces set to transport the […]

The region of Murcia presented its varied offerings and business opportunities at the Dubai Expo 2020 during a three-day event dedicated to the territory at the Spain Pavilion. Murcia aimed to bring vital strategic areas of focus into the global spotlight, positioning it as market-leader rich in resources and a well-connected region to develop economic […]

Gulf Capital, a leading thematic alternative investment firm in growth markets, announced today that it has opened an office in Cairo to further seek investment opportunities in the fast-growing Egyptian and African markets. The office will be headed by seasoned investor Miray Zaki, the prior Chief Investment Officer of the Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation […]

The Thailand Pavilion is inviting families and friends to make the most of the last month of Expo 2020 Dubai and fully immerse themselves in the wonder of Thai art, music, cuisine and traditions. Thai Cultural Week is thrilling guests with an action-packed programme dedicated to the vibrant and exciting world of Thai culture.  Running […]

Elevating the magic of Expo 2020 and its worldly wonders, the 2020 Club by Emaar has announced a one-day only culinary extravaganza, featuring an array of exquisite, flavour-packed dishes, at Palace Downtown Hotel Dubai on the 6th of March 2022. A deliciously collaborative effort from the Palace’s star head chefs, the experience will offer an […]

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the restructured Dubai Chambers, today hosted the Dubai-Israel: Future Horizons Mission forum at the headquarters of Dubai Chamber of Commerce,where 200 bilateral business meetings were held between Israeli and UAE companies. The forum was organised by Dubai International Chamber, the UAE Embassy in Israel and […]

A report from the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector at the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai, shows that the number of operating businesses in the Al Khawaneej area has reached 592 to date. Of these, 54 per cent licenses were Commercial, and 46 per cent were Professional. The report shows the volume […]

The hospitality industry is recovering at a pace faster than expected in the Middle East region with Expo 2020 serving as a strong catalyst for the remarkable rebound of the sector.Leading hotel experts came together in a virtual roundtable ‘The Great Hospitality Reset’ in Dubai to discuss the future of hotel business and the industry […]

انضمت نور عماشة إلى فريق “الشرق للأخبار” في سبتمبر 2020، لتتولى تقديم البرامج والنشرات الاقتصادية، مع خبراتها المتميزة التي تمتد لأكثر من 10 سنوات في مجالات أبحاث الاقتصاد والتعليم الجامعي وتقديم البرامج الاقتصادي. بدأت نور مسيرتها المهنية في مجال الأبحاث الاقتصادية والاجتماعية، تحديدا في الجامعة الأميركية في بيروت، حيث عملت على مجموعة من المشاريع الرائدة في […]

تعد المغامرة في عالم وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي طريقة فعالة لتنمية متابعة العلامة التجارية للفرد. تكمن المشكلة في أنه ما لم تكن بالفعل شخصًا مشهورًا إلى حد ما، فقد يكون من الصعب الحصول على متابعين في واحدة من أكثر منصات الإنترنت ربحية – إنستغرام.   هل تحتاج إلى مساعدة في تعلم كيفية الحصول على متابعين على […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced the launch of a ground-breaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) and coding license, in cooperation with the UAE Artificial Intelligence Office. The license, which is a UAE first,will advance the country’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, […]

The wait is over – Global Village proudly presents Burn The Floor, a world-renowned dance production performing for the very first time in the Middle East. From March 3 to 31, the ultimate high-voltage show will offer an imaginative and thrilling theatrical dance experience with jaw-dropping choreography, heart-pounding music and breathtaking moves. Burn The Floor has […]

Earlier this week, at the Slovenian pavilion at EXPO Dubai, 2 time Tour the France & Monument winner and most recently UAE Tour winner for the 2nd successive time Tadej Pogačar, the ambassador of Slovenian tourism and the best cyclist in the world showcased a promotional film made in partnership with the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has announced the return of its annual charity drive “Thanks a Million” – offering three lucky winners in the UAE a chance to win a share of 1 Million Skywards Miles at the world’s richest race day, Dubai World Cup. This year, the campaign will […]

Offeringfamilieseven bigger savings, more benefits and family-filled fun, Dubai Parks and Resorts, the Middle East’s largest integrated theme park destination, has unveiled the Ultimate Platinum Annual Pass. Families can now unlock a world of entertainment with year-round visits to MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, BOLLYWOOD Parks™ Dubai, LEGOLAND® Dubai, LEGOLAND® Water Park, Green Planet and Laguna Waterpark in […]

Access to Souk Al Marfa at Deira Islands, the waterfront souk and marketplace by Nakheel is now even easier, thanks to a new abra and ferry station launched under a new partnership between Nakheel and the Road Transport Authority (RTA), with free rides available to all visitors in the first five months. With two routes, […]

Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai’s most iconic luxury city hotel, leads the way in providing the finest hospitality and food and beverage experiences to encourage women to relax and invigorate, and succeed in their respective crafts. As International Women’s Day approaches on March 8th, the hotel reaffirms its dedication to empower women by offering its women-centric […]

According to The Wealth Report, Knight Frank’s latest research report – prime prices in Dubai accelerated 44% in 2021, sending the Emirate to the top of Knight Frank’s Prime International Residential Index 100 (PIRI 100), which analyses prime price performance in 100 city and second home markets worldwide. Following seven years of negative price growth and with overall prices still […]

Surrounded by a tranquil setting, Dubai Creek Academies prepared ladies-only experiences this March in celebration of International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day to ensure that all guests leave energised and with sport-filled memories. Set at the breath-taking Dubai Creek Golf Club, on 21st and 28th of March, ladies can take the opportunities to get their […]

Celebrating the women of International Women’s Day, the Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai invites visitors and residents to be inspired by Luxembourg’s progressive past, present, and future visionaries. Marking the achievements of these exceptional women, the pavilion is inviting visitors to Expo 2020 to expand their minds and connect at this insightful exhibition held […]

School visit numbers to Expo 2020 Dubai – the world’s best classroom – have hit 500,000, as students from public and private schools across the UAE make the most of the myriad educational opportunities available across the site. As of 25 February, 532,794 students had visited the site through the Expo School Programme. The Expo […]

In collaboration with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the dnata Travel Group is launching My City Expert which offers residents and tourists a new way to experience Dubai. Designed to become a user’s dedicated Dubai ‘travel companion’, My City Expert makes it possible to book in real-time a host of more than 1200 tours, […]

Expo 2020 Dubai invites Manchester City fans to a live screening of the Manchester derby. Beginning at 7:00pm (GST) on6th March at Festival Garden, City fans can enjoy a full evening of fun for all, with Club legend Nigel de Jong set to join supporters for a live Q&A. Former Dutch international Nigel de Jong […]

There are city tours, and then there are city tours, Nara style. The epitome of luxury, Nara Nomad allows the discerning visitor to experience the wonderous Dubai like never before through its thoughtfully curated adventures. Guests can choose to book one of the expertly tailored tours or allow Nara’s tour concierge to expertly organise an […]

After hugely successful presentations in the United States, the world-renowned Dr W Edwards Deming Business Process Management and Lean Thinking programme is coming to Dubai for the very first time. From working capital improvement of a staggering 260 percent, operating profit increases between 50 and 200 percent and a reduction of 30 -52 percent in […]

In a high-profile celebration of resilient leadership in the post-pandemic era, top global leaders including H.E. Ban Ki-moon, the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations, H.E. Mahinda Rajapaksa, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka; H.E. Shamma Al Mazrui, UAE Minister of State for Youth Affairs; H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the […]

ME Dubai continues its long-standing commitment to supporting the arts and creating memorable and immersive experiences for guests by welcoming British abstract artist Nat Bowen as the newest Artist in Residence from 23rd February till 31st March.Presented by Gone Rogue, Nat Bowen will host her first exclusive solo show ‘The Queen of Colour’in the UAE […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), in cooperation with Property Finder, launched the 1stedition of Dubai’s first ever official Residential Rental Performance Index (RRPI). In January 2022 the overall monthly Index recorded 0.938 and an index price of AED 51,101. apartments monthly Index recorded 0.943 and an index price of AED 46,994, while Villas/Townhouses monthly Index recorded […]

Syrian megastar AssalaNasrireturned to Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, for an unforgettable, high-energy performance on the Main Stage. The spectacular live concert was delivered in partnership with Rotana and featured Nasri’s most recognizable singles including “Bent Akaber”, ‘Shamekh” and “Aktar”. The audience was thrilled […]

It’s back and promises to be better than ever. Dubai International Boat Show 2022, the Middle East’s largest and most-popular leisure marine event,will take place at Dubai Harbour, its glistening new home, from 9th-13th March. The Emirate’s nautical showpiece is celebrating its 28th edition and will mark the regional yachting industry’s first large-scale, in-person event […]

Emirates has pledged its support to promoting tourism in Thailand through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) signed with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Under the agreement, both the tourism body and Emirates will explore joint initiatives and opportunities for collaboration that will enhance each party’s marketing and promotional efforts to attract travellers to Thailand. The […]