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Abdullah bin Zayed participates in 'Friends of Syria' meeting in Jordan
International Criminal Court judge praises UAE legal system
UAE TRA announces 700 MHz band plan for mobile broadband
Mohammed bin Rashid launches Mobile Government, ICT Fund offers Dh 200m in support of the initiative
Going back in time to the pearl era
Posted on 26/05/2013: 31 views.
The 60-foot dhow race organised by the Road and Transport Authority (RTA) on Saturday rode the waves of the Gulf waters, offering a glimpse of the nation's rich traditions to tourists and residents alike. In a boost to sea tourism, the RTA organised Al Gaffal dhow race, initially to be held on May 18, only to be delayed till Saturday. An RTA ferry stacked with sailing fans departed from the Marina Mall at 8am and headed to Moon Island, en route to which the sailing dhows with their white masts ... Read More
Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies Receives ATE '&' M Award in London
Posted on 26/05/2013: 46 views.
Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies (ADAT) -overhaul (MRO) services provider and part of the Mubadala - once again won the "Best Airframe MRO Provider - Middle East '&' Africa" award for the fourth consecutive year at the ATE'&'M Awards. The award was presented to Abdul Khaliq Saeed, President of ADAT, ... Read More
IDEX 2013 wins the "Best Exhibition" at Middle East Event Awards 2013
Posted on 26/05/2013: 37 views.
The 2013 edition of International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) has won the Best Exhibition - Trade or Consumer award at the sixth annual Middle East Event Awards held on Wednesday, May 22nd 2013. The award show, which was held at Dubai's JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, recognised ... Read More
Dubai SME launches 'SeedApp' to promote UAE's transformation into m-government
Posted on 26/05/2013: 39 views.
Instructed Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, to set up a sub-fund to support UAE nationals developing mobile applications focused on facilitating people's access to government services. The ... Read More
Dubai rated as top diamond destination globally
Posted on 26/05/2013: 41 views.
The global diamond industry is no longer dominated by the western world as it used to be traditionally, instead the focus has been shifted to the Arab world, more so with Dubai that has proved to become an important hub for all luxury brands including diamonds, and is also rated as the third ... Read More
Abdullah bin Zayed receives U.S. Congress members
Posted on 26/05/2013: 32 views.
Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan received yesterday at the Capital Gate Towers a delegation from the United States' Congress, headed by Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Sheikh Abdullah discussed with the Congress delegation members ... Read More
Abdullah bin Zayed, Laurent Fabius open new French Embassy at Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi
Posted on 26/05/2013: 39 views.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister has emphasised the UAE's interest in promoting its bilateral relations with France in all spheres. Sheikh Abdullah was speaking at the opening ceremony of the new French Embassy at Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi, in presence of Laurent Fabius, ... Read More
UAE's achievements based on sincere leadership's efforts, says RAK ruler
Posted on 26/05/2013: 39 views.
H. H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council member and ruler of Ras al-Khaimah, has described the people of the UAE as "one family" and emphasised that history holds testament to the UAE people's solidarity, cohesion with the country's leadership, and to its preservation of its ... Read More
Damac to start Bay Edge sales
Posted on 26/05/2013: 36 views.
Damac Properties is launching sales on its latest serviced living project in the Burj Area of Dubai. Bay's Edge is a 22-storey iconic tower, offering waterfront views across to the world's tallest tower. The 220 units are made up of studios, and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, all managed ... Read More
Your fastest option at Dubai Airport: Emirates ID through e-gate
Posted on 26/05/2013: 40 views.
There is growing interest among UAE citizens and residents in using their Emirates ID card to pass through the electronic gates at Dubai Airport. The number of travellers who made use of this facility rose from 1,589,000 in 2012 to 1,765,000 in 2013. According to Colonel Khaled Nasser Al Razzuqi of ... Read More
New firefighting technology for Abu Dhabi
Posted on 26/05/2013: 38 views.
The General Directorate of Civil Defence in Abu Dhabi has conducted at the Civil Defence Academy campus a trial for new technique to contain fire. The One Seven system is a completely new, highly efficient compressed air foam extinguishing procedure for fires. It is a highly efficient extinguishing ... Read More
Rashid Hospital to be one-stop facility
Posted on 26/05/2013: 39 views.
The master plan for Rashid Hospital at a cost of Dh3 billion includes six new specialised health centres, two hotels, villas and apartments for staff, and a mosque set in a picturesque setting with a lake and landscaping. The increased capacity will not only cater to more patients but the holistic ... Read More
Ireland all set to host President Cup series
Posted on 26/05/2013: 37 views.
The President Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses, first round, will be held as part of the Etihad Airways Irish 1000 Guineas (Group 1) today. The race will be run as a part of the Irish Classics to be held at the Irish Curragh Racecourse in which the best thoroughbred horses and jockeys in ... Read More