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Credit facilities provided by the UAE national banks to the business and industrial sectors amounted to AED15.6 billion in the first quarter of 2024, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE). The apex bank’s figures showed that the two sectors saw …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received several phone calls today exchanging congratulations on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. The calls were received from His Excellency Bashar Al-Assad, President of the Syrian Arab Republic; His Excellency Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan; …

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, met with senior officials of Emirates Airline and Group at the Union House in Dubai. The meeting was held in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy …

Starting July 1st, Salik will implement automated fee collection for parking at Dubai Mall through recognizing vehicle plates and deducting fees from visitors’ accounts. During weekdays, the first 4 hours of parking are free.The fees are as follows: AED 20 for the fifth hour, AED 60 for the sixth hour, …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued two federal decrees forming the UAE Council for Fatwa and appointing Abdullah bin Bayyah as Chairman of the Council with the Grade of Minister. The Council’s members include Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei as Vice Chairman, Dr. Khalifa Mubarak …

There are 4 days official holidays remaining in the UAE during 2024 for both the public and private sectors, which are: “Hijri New Year, Prophet Mohammad’s Birthday, and the National Day (2 days).” Islamic occasions dates may change according to the sighting of the crescent moon. Hijri New Year: 1 …

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, stated that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and through the dedicated efforts of its people, continues to improve its standing each year, achieving higher ranks across …

France beat Austria 1-0 in their Euro 2024 Group D opener on Monday after Maximilian Wöber’s own goal in the 38th minute settled a fairly even contest. France coach Didier Deschamps racked up his 100th win in charge in Dusseldorf as he bids to become the first manager to win …

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the occasion of the success of the Hajj season of 1445 AH. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin …

Saudi Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel has urged pilgrims to avoid peak sun hours (11 am to 4 pm) when performing their remaining Hajj rituals. He urged them to avoid direct sun exposure and stay away from hot surfaces, stressing that prevention is key.The ministry’s spokesperson reported that 2,764 cases of …