Government | Monday 12 February, 2024 9:26 am

Maktoum bin Mohammed: Rapid global changes require designing fiscal policies that meet needs of national economies

Today, the UAE Ministry of Finance concluded the Eighth Arab Fiscal Forum, organised in partnership with the Arab Monetary Fund and the International Monetary Fund, which was held on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai, under the theme of “Shaping Future Governments”...

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Government | Monday 12 February, 2024 9:22 am

Egypt keen to develop economic, investment cooperation with UAE: Egyptian Minister of Finance

Dr. Mohamed Maait, Minister of Finance of Egypt, reaffirmed the Egyptian government's keenness to continue developing cooperation ties with the UAE, especially in the fields of taxation, economy, finance, and investment. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the...

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Government | Monday 12 February, 2024 8:59 am

Saudi Arabia opens Hajj 2024 registration for domestic pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opened registration for Hajj season 2024 to domestic pilgrims in the Kingdom, including both citizens and regular residents.   The ministry allows registration through its website or Nusuk application, it noted on its X official account. ...

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Government | Sunday 11 February, 2024 8:48 am

UAE launches host-nation website for WTO’s 13th Ministerial Conference

The United Arab Emirates launched a new website dedicated to the World Trade Organisation’s 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi as part of its role as the host country and chair. The website provides comprehensive information for delegates, government officials and stakeholders...

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Government | Thursday 8 February, 2024 12:56 pm

Ministry of Commerce, Saudi Arabia, signs agreement with VFS Global for visa services

VFS Global, market leader in the outsourced visa and consular services space for governments,  has entered an agreement with the Ministry of Commerce, Saudi Arabia, to provide visa application services through a centre operated within the premises of the Ministry of Commerce headquarters...

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Government | Thursday 8 February, 2024 9:50 am

Dubai Police Crowned Champions of UAE SWAT Challenge 2024

In an exhilarating display of skill, strategy, and teamwork, Dubai Police SWAT teams clinched the top two spots in the highly competitive UAE SWAT Challenge 2024. This prestigious event, held annually in Dubai, attracts elite SWAT teams worldwide, all vying for the coveted title in gruelling...

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Government | Wednesday 7 February, 2024 11:57 am

Dubai Courts’ Notary Public: A Digital Revolution for Enhanced Accessibility and Efficacy in Legal Services

The Notary Public Department in Dubai Courts has emerged as a pivotal player in the elevation of its services and the evolution of its systems for all customer segments. This significant transformation aligns seamlessly with the government’s directions and is firmly rooted in the vision of Dubai...

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Government | Wednesday 7 February, 2024 9:15 am

Cabinet: State bears customs duties on agricultural inputs for 2 years

The Cabinet, chaired by King Salman, approved today, Feb. 6, that the state bears customs duties on specific types of agricultural production inputs for two years as per certain rules.  The Cabinet also approved amending Cabinet Resolution No. 198 dated Jan. 9, 2018, on the mechanism for...

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Government | Saturday 3 February, 2024 4:49 am

Crown Prince launches PIF's ‘Alat'

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced today, Feb. 1, the launch of “Alat”, a company owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which is slated to contribute to the goal of positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for sustainable technology manufacturing by focusing on advanced...

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Government | Tuesday 30 January, 2024 8:53 pm

HRSD Minister launches Youth Development Strategy

Minister of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) Ahmed Al-Rajhi launched today, Jan. 29, the “Youth Development Strategy”, which aims to empower young people and support them to achieve national aspirations through developing youth opportunities and choices to complement their...

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