Miscellaneous

Dubai Future Forum 2024: World poised for ‘era-defining moments’

The forum kicked off today in its third edition at the Museum of the Future, welcoming over 2,500 experts from 100 countries

Dubai Future Forum 2024 kicks off tomorrow, convening leading global futurists at Museum of the Future

The Forum aims to provide an exceptional platform for international thought leaders to devise actionable solutions for the future

What is Bluesky, the new social media platform gaining attention after Trump’s election win? 

Bluesky gained over 2.5 million new users in just a week after the election 

UAE joins Oman in National Day celebrations

Non-oil trade between the two countries reached AED51 billion last year, up from AED48.7 billion in 2022

Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed launches $49 million Dubai Cultural Grant program

Starting this year, the program will feature 18 grants, each comprising a package of grants amounting to AED12 million in total

UAE National Day holidays: When is the next long weekend?

Events and decorations can be seen all around the country to mark the occasion

How retailers in UAE, Saudi Arabia are meeting evolving consumer expectations

In the UAE, the market stands at $40 billion, with an anticipated CAGR of 6.5 percent

Dubai’s Museum of the Future attracts 3 million visitors from 177 countries in less than 3 years

In three years, the museum has strengthened the region's and Arab world's contributions to knowledge and science

Ras Al Khaimah launches golden visa program for teachers, school leaders: Everything you need to know

Golden visa aims to attract and retain exceptional talent in the education sector, including school principals, teachers, and leaders

UAE’s GPSSA, Etihad Credit Bureau partner to support pension contributions for Emirati employees

GPSSA will use the Bureau's credit data to assess the private sector's financial health and ensure pension compliance 

UAE’s MoHRE cuts procedures, completion time for services by up to 100 percent

This progress stems from a customer-focused vision supported by collaboration with individuals, the private sector, and government bodies

Flexible work hours, remote policies reduce morning peak travel times by 30 percent in Dubai

32 percent of private companies currently implement remote work policies 

Sheikh Hamdan appoints Moaza Al Marri CEO of Executive Affairs Sector at RTA

This Resolution is effective from the date of its issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette

UAE establishes new agency to lead humanitarian aid, disaster relief efforts

The agency's main role is to implement foreign aid programs that align with international humanitarian policies

Sheikh Hamdan names new CEO of Central Accounts Sector at Dubai Finance Department

Ahmad Al Marzouqi has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Central Accounts Sector

Sheikh Hamdan appoints 3 deputies to Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai

Hamda Mohammed Jassim bin Kalban has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary General of the Council

Sheikh Hamdan approves succession planning system for Emirati employees in Dubai government

System features effective mechanisms for identifying top-performing employees and preparing them for new roles

UAE launches $136.1 million community initiatives to enhance well-being of senior citizens, women, and children

These initiatives offer a framework for long-term impact by developing human capital

Sheikh Hamdan launches ‘71 Challenge’ to empower young government leaders

Sheikh Hamdan: “Young people are the driving force behind our nation's progress, fuelling its development and innovation”

UAE President says building Emirati families is a holistic national responsibility

Sheikh Mohamed directed all entities and institutions to support the holistic approach by implementing initiatives and policies to support building Emirati families

Donald Trump wins US election, set to become president

UAE leaders sent messages of congratulations to Trump on his victory in the US presidential election

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed tours interactive exhibits at UAE Government Annual Meetings 2024

Exhibits showcase ongoing achievements of government entities at the national level and their efforts to improve services

UAE launches Young Government Leaders Program 2024

Program brings together 45 of the top young leaders from local and federal government entities aged under 35