The United Arab Emirates has maintained its upward trajectory in global competitiveness reports in 2024, securing top positions in key indicators thanks to the wise leadership and forward-thinking vision aimed at human development as the foundation and primary goal of development. The UAE ranked first globally in 223 indicators, compared …
Read More »FTA launches world’s first tax refund system for e-commerce retail purchases for tourists
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced the launch of a new VAT refund system for E-Commerce Retail Purchases for tourists during their stay in the UAE, which is considered the world’s first of its kind. In a press release issued today, the FTA explained that the launch of this new …
Read More »Fatima bint Mubarak congratulates wife of Bahrain’s King on 53rd National Day
H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak (Mother of the Nation), Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), has sent a congratulatory message to HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His …
Read More »MoHRE launches competitively priced health insurance package for private sector employees and domestic workers across the UAE
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched a basic health insurance package for private sector employees and domestic workers across the UAE who are not currently covered by any insurance, as part of the Health Insurance Scheme approved by the UAE Cabinet. The initiative is launched in …
Read More »UAE joins Bahrain in celebrating 53rd National Day
The United Arab Emirates is joining the Kingdom of Bahrain in celebrating its 53rd National Day today, marked annually on 16th of December. The celebration reflects the enduring brotherly ties and comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations. The UAE is hosting various special events and performances to mark the …
Read More »RTA and Dubai Police announce evening peak truck ban on Emirates Road towards Sharjah effective 1 Jan 2025
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters announced a restriction on truck movement along Emirates Road, specifically the section between Al Awir Street and Sharjah, during evening peak hours from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. This restriction will take effect on 1 January 2025. The measure …
Read More »Mansour bin Zayed chairs Ministerial Development Council meeting
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Development Council to review several government reports and discuss legislative proposals submitted by ministries and federal entities. The meeting’s agenda included discussions on regulatory decisions …
Read More »Liverpool draws with Fulham in Premier League
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Fulham today at Anfield in the 16th round of the English Premier League. Despite the draw, Liverpool maintained its position at the top of the league standings, raising its tally to 36 points. Fulham moved up to ninth with 24 points. Elsewhere in the same round, …
Read More »King of Jordan receives Abdullah bin Zayed, participants in Aqaba Meetings on Syria
His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan received H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with Arab and foreign ministers and international officials participating in the Aqaba ministerial meetings on Syria held today in …
Read More »Abdullah bin Zayed attends Aqaba Ministerial Meetings on Syria
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated in the Aqaba Ministerial Meetings on Syria, which commenced today in Aqaba, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Sheikh Abdullah also joined the meeting of Arab Ministerial Liaison Committee on Syria, where invitations were extended …
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