Dubai Executive Council outlines new strategies designed to enhance innovation, resilience and food security
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Saudi visa update; UAE petrol prices; Dubai announces real estate strategy; GCC airport upgrades; New schools plan – 10 things you missed this week
Saudi visa update, UAE petrol prices, Dubai real estate strategy, GCC airport upgrades and more of the top news stories this week
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Dubai announces MAJOR real estate and education strategies: $272bn property target, new transport system, cashless society goal
Sheikh Hamdan unveils major new strategies to transform real estate, education and transport in the city
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Dubai targets $177bn foreign direct investment by 2033; major plan to develop areas near Metro stations
Dubai has approved a series of major projects as it looks to boost FDI in the emirate
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Dubai announces major projects: $4.6bn commercial transport strategy, remote work to slash traffic jams, data economy boost, new community policy
Sheikh Hamdan approves major new projects to transform Dubai
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Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai rain recovery plan: free accommodation, pest control, food, cleaning and security offered
Dubai will offer alternative housing, food, security and cleaning services to community members affected by heavy rains in the UAE
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Dubai schools switch to remote learning due to rain on Tuesday, April 16
Dubai schools to switch to remote learning on Tuesday, April 16 as government entities will work from home
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Dubai approves $10.9bn public-private partnership spending plan
Executive Council of Dubai approve major project portfolio spending plan
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Sheikh Hamdan approves plans to double Dubai agriculture, boost industry sector by $15.8bn, ban single use plastics
Dubai Executive Council announce major plans for agriculture and industrial sectors as well as single-use plastics ban
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UAE Golden Visa holders to receive exclusive government-issued discount card
The Esaad card will be given to holders of 5-year and 10-year residency visas, which has already reached 65,000 residents
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Dubai to cancel fees imposed on airline agents and offices
Sheikh Hamdan, Crown Prince of Dubai and chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, issued the resolution to support the travel industry
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How will the UAE’s new venture capital fund help overcome obstacles in the nation’s startup sector?
While the $100 million fund announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed is a prime example of the drive to be at the forefront of a digital future, it is also crucial for startups in the fintech space where areas of success may be uncertain, experts said
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Dubai Crown Prince launches $100 million venture capital fund to bolster startups and entrepreneurs
The venture capital fund will come into effect in June 2022 and will run for eight years, with a possible two-year extension. It is expected to provide more than 8,000 jobs for emerging talent.
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What are the new rules for cyclists, electric bikes, and scooters issued by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan?
The new rules provide clarity on licenses and permits, safety standards, road regulations, training, pillion riders, group activities, as well as violations and fines
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World Government Summit brings Dubai Ruler’s vision of proactive solutions for a better future to life
The World Government Summit 2022 is set to host more than 4,000 senior government officials, experts, and leaders of the private sector from 190 countries
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Dubai Crown Prince supports equal opportunities, protects consumer rights with new entity
The entity aims to strengthen Dubai’s position as a leading global economic hub and a major centre for trade and commerce by seeking to protect consumer rights and providing growth opportunities for businesses
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Dubai Crown Prince launches savings scheme for foreign employees in govt roles to boost end-of-service benefits
The integrated system will offer government employees various saving opportunities across financial portfolios in order to grow their benefits and savings for the future. Citizens and residents will be able to choose multiple investment structures including traditional investment funds, and others compatible with Islamic Sharia.