Seven out of ten expats say they do not understand the UAE’s local customs and traditions
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UAE’s $2.7bn debt fund signs deals with lenders
Rescue fund set up to pay off debts of low-income citizens inks agreements with banks
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Sharjah gives AED120m boost to retired workers
Emirate’s ruler unveils fund for ex-public sector workers in latest slew of measures
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Party rumbles on in Dubai for UAE’s 40th National Day
Emiratis and expats gathered near Burj Khalifa as the carnival spirit continued a day after Dec 2
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Al Diyafah street renamed to mark National Day
Bustling Dubai road will be called ‘2nd of December’ street to mark founding of UAE
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Abu Dhabi erupts as Emiratis celebrate National Day
Locals out in force on the streets as the UAE celebrates 40th anniversary in capital city
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Dubai’s Heritage Village lights up for UAE’s National Day
Fireworks light up Dubai Creek as Emiratis and expats celebrate 40th anniversary
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Classic cars on show in Dubai to mark National Day
Vintage vehicle enthusiasts out in force for the fourth Emirates Classic Car Festival
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National Day celebrations boost profits for firms
Businesses from flag sellers to beauty salons report surge, hotels fully booked
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Police warn of National Day crackdown on driving
Dubai traffic police will boost patrols ahead of annual celebration to avoid accidents
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UAE residents ‘thriving’ in poll of Arab world
Living standards highest in GCC, but fears over access to affordable housing, education
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Here’s to the next 40 years of UAE success
The UAE’s first four decades have been spectactular: but the journey to 2051 won’t be easy
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UAE National Day: the sky’s the limit for growth
From four aircraft movements a month to 60,000: how the UAE became an aviation behemoth
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UAE National Day: the growth of an Arab nation
If the UAE’s first 40 years are any yardstick, the next few decades promise to be exciting times
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UAE National Day: northern lights
While Dubai and Abu Dhabi have stormed ahead, their northern neighbours are playing catch-up
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UAE National Day: the role played by expats
Foreign workers have played a key role in helping to build the Gulf’s most diversified economy
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UAE National Day: the next generation
The UAE has made great strides in its 40 years, but its biggest challenge remains Emirati employment