The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi has issued a new tender to outsource passport, visa and consular services in the UAE. It is seeking a single service provider to manage services for the embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai, with the new contract proposed to run for three years…
A senior Etihad Rail official has set out plans to attract 10 million passengers a year as the network's expansion gathers pace with the launch of its first train station in Dubai. Ameera Alkhlaifi, director of strategy and performance at Etihad Rail, spoke of the ambitious vision for the future…
Some flights to the UAE were facing further delays on Tuesday, after significant disruption to inbound journeys in recent days. Dubai International Airport's flight status website showed a number of flights from Central Asia have made late arrivals to the emirate this week. Flydubai planes from…
Etihad Rail has offered a first glimpse inside Dubai's landmark train station before it opens its doors to the public on Wednesday. Dubai Al Yalayis Station, next to Jumeirah Golf Estates, is the emirate's first stop on an expanding national rail network that is rapidly taking shape. Three months…
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday. Sheikh Mansour conveyed greetings from President Sheikh Mohamed to the Crown Prince, and Prince Mohammed reciprocated with his own best…
A Filipino cyclist says his brush with death after a serious heart condition went undiagnosed should encourage others to check their cardiovascular health. Godfrey Abello, 44, was walking to work at Wolfi’s bike shop in Dubai when he felt a sharp pain in his chest and arm. A recent check-up had…
President Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. They discussed bilateral relations between the UAE and Israel and ways to strengthen and develop them, state news agency Wam said on Monday. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office said on social media…
President Sheikh Mohamed received Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Abu Dhabi on Monday, underscoring the close ties between the two nations. Mr Fidan conveyed greetings from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the UAE President, along with his best wishes for the country's continued…
The UAE has delivered a further 458 tonnes of critical aid to the Gaza Strip under a major humanitarian campaign in support of civilians in need. Three aid convoys made up of 28 lorries entered the enclave this week, loaded with essential food and shelter supplies. Large quantities of essential…
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, on Sunday set out the emirate's plans to be a “global centre for healthy longevity” – and help deliver a multibillion-dirham boost to the economy. Sheikh Hamdan unveiled the vision for the future…
The Minister of Justice has vowed that global borders should "never be a shield" after revealing how alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan was arrested in the Emirates only 48 hours after a request from Irish authorities. Abdullah Al Nuaimi cited the high-profile extradition case as an example of how…
Dubai will impose a rush-hour ban on lorries on Sheikh Zayed Road and several other key routes across the emirate from Thursday, October 1, to cut congestion and boost safety. The Roads and Transport Authority - which is introducing the restrictions with Dubai Police - said the move was to improve…
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