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2019 Dec 12 Thu, 12:19:38 am
Abu Dhabi's CPI down 08% in first 11 months: SCAD
2019 Dec 12 Thu, 12:19:38 am
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- Abu Dhabi's Consumer Price Index,CPI, decreased by 0.8 percent during the period January to November 2019 compared with the same period of 2018, as the index reached 110.8 percent for the same period in 2019, while it was 111.7 percent for the corresponding period of 2018, according to Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi, SCAD. The report provides an analysis of the results of the CPI for November 2019 with the base year 2014. In addition, it provides the...
2019 Dec 12 Thu, 12:01:44 am
WEEGS 2019 calls for legacy of inclusion to create supportive ecosystem for women in the economy
2019 Dec 12 Thu, 12:01:44 am
SHARJAH, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- From altering mindsets, dismissing gender stereotypes and bias in the workplace to encouraging a cultural change, embedding flexible working conditions, promoting digital literacy and introducing reforms through appropriate legislations to close gender gaps – only a concerted effort by governments and civil society could play a foundational role in improving women’s economic inclusion. These were amongst the several recommendations brought to the table at a closed, all-women session held on the concluding day of the second edition of the...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:51:23 pm
Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners announces three investments with aggregate capital commitment of $225 mn
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:51:23 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners today announced its initial three investments, further enhancing the UAE capital’s reputation as a leading international hub for finance and business. The three investments are in line with Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners mandate to partner with top-tier investment firms and industry-leading businesses to realise commercial returns while building a sustainable business presence in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners was established in April 2019 and provides firms an operational base in Abu Dhabi as...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:44:25 pm
Ninth annual e-AGE Conference focuses on groundbreaking research and education networks
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:44:25 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- Ankabut, the Emirates Advanced National Research and Education Network, an initiative of Khalifa University of Science and Technology, today announced nearly 100 delegates from across the Middle East and Africa region gathered for the ninth annual e-AGE 2019, International Platform on Integrating Arab e-Infrastructure in a Global Environment, Conference at the Khalifa University of Science and Technology Main Campus in Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Arab States Research and Education Network, ASREN, from 11 - 12 December in...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:15:52 pm
UAE Economic Forum 2019 discusses approaches to accelerate and sustain economic growth
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 11:15:52 pm
DUBAI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The ‘UAE Economic Forum 2019,’ held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, began at the Armani Hotel, Dubai, today in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai International Marine Club. The two-day Forum, which has ‘The UAE Enterprising Economy: Resilience, Growth & Prosperity’ as its central theme, is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Economy...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:50:20 pm
UAE working with Sudanese government to achieve Sudan’s development, Al Ketbi tells Friends of Sudan Group
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:50:20 pm
KHARTOUM, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The UAE, through a delegation headed by Dr. Obaid Al Hairi Salem Al Ketbi, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Security and Military Affairs, participated in a meeting of the Friends of Sudan Group and the International Quartet Committee on Sudan, held on the 10th and 11th of December in Khartoum. During the meeting, Al Ketbi stated that relations between the UAE and Sudan are historic, stable, and firm, underscoring that the UAE’s political and material...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:30:04 pm
Sharjah Archeology Authority welcomes archeologists from Austria
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:30:04 pm
SHARJAH, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- Sharjah Archeology Authority welcomed a delegation from the Austrian Archaeological Institute, who shed light on institute’s role in the enhanced scientific studies and research based on archaeological excavation sites. Ambassador of Austria to the UAE, Dr Andreas Liebmann, also graced the event with his presence. "This meeting was part of the series of meetings and cultural activities held, from time to time, by the Sharjah Archeology Authority, to keep in touch with the archaeologists and discuss the latest archaeological...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:03:14 pm
Dubai Press Club hosts workshop for journalists on data visualisation
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 10:03:14 pm
DUBAI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The Dubai Press Club, DPC, today hosted a workshop for journalists on the tools and techniques of data visualisation, in collaboration with Murdoch University in Dubai. The session was designed to train media professionals in the UAE on how to build visuals from data sets and communicate data with clarity and creativity. Led by Murdoch University journalism co-chair and lecturer, Narelle Hopkin, the workshop explained how journalists can mine data to tell a story using interactive graphics, such as...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:59:49 pm
Chairman of Sudan Sovereign Council meets UAE Chief of Staff
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:59:49 pm
Khartoum, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- Lt. Gen. Abdul-Fattah Al-Burhan, Chairman of the Sudan Sovereign Council, today met, in Khartoum, Lt. General Hamad Mohammed Thani Al Rumaithi, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces, who is currently visiting Sudan. Al Rumaithi also met Lt. Gen. Mohamed Osmana al-Hassan, Chief of General Staff of Sudan Armed Forces. During the two meetings, the cooperation and work between the UAE and Sudan were discussed, especially in the areas of defence and the military. The two sides also...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:51:16 pm
Abu Dhabi hotel revenue up by 46.0% in October: SCAD
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:51:16 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The hotel establishments room revenue index increased by 13.3 percent in October 2019 as compared with same month last year, while the same index increased by 46.0 percent against September 2019, according to data released by Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi, SCAD, today. ''The hotel establishments price index increased by 22.8 percent in October 2019 compared with September 2019. The price index decreased by 0.4 percent in October 2019 compared with October 2018,'' SCAD noted. The hotel room...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:40:12 pm
UAE Embassy in South Korea holds countdown event for Expo 2020 Dubai
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:40:12 pm
SEOUL, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The UAE Embassy in Seoul, South Korea held an event to promote the countdown to the Expo 2020 Dubai in the presence of Abdullah Saif Ali Al Nuaimi, UAE Ambassador to South Korea, and Lee Min Hu, Deputy Chief Executive of Trade and Infrastructure Support. During the event, Al Nuaimi said that the Expo is one of the largest international events in terms of economic and cultural influence and will constitute a platform to gather creators and innovators from...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:39:14 pm
Hamdan bin Rashid receives EFQM delegation
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:39:14 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, today received, in his palace in Zabeel, a delegation from the European Foundation for Quality Management, EFQM, headed by Russell Longmuir, CEO of the Foundation, Samuli Pruikkonen, Senior Manager, Assessment & Recognition, and Isra'a Mobideen, Regional Director of the Foundation's Middle East Office in Dubai. The meeting was attended by Dr. Jamal Al Muhairi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Secretary-General...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:28:27 pm
MSC Cruises signs long-term agreement with DP World for preferential berthing rights at Mina Rashid
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:28:27 pm
DUBAI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- MSC Cruises announced that it has signed a long-term agreement with DP World for preferential berthing rights at Mina Rashid in Dubai, and thanks to the additional volumes, the Geneva, the Switzerland-based cruise line will further consolidate its position as the largest passenger cruise operator in the Gulf region. The contract was formally signed today by the line’s CEO, Gianni Onorato, and Mohammed Abdul Aziz Al Mannaei, CEO - P&O Marinas & Executive Director, Mina Rashid, onboard MSC Bellissima,...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:26:29 pm
Kyrgyzstan President visits Wahat Al Karama
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 09:26:29 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The President of Kyrgyzstan Sooronbay Sharipovich Jeenbekov visited this Wednesday Abu Dhabi’s national and cultural landmark, Wahat Al Karama, that commemorates the sacrifices and heroic deeds of the UAE martyrs to defend their homeland and protect it. Upon his arrival, the President was welcomed by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Executive Director of the Martyrs' Families' Affairs Office, at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court. He attended the Guard of Honour ceremony, then laid a wreath at...
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 08:41:58 pm
ERC honours 29,864 volunteers on International Volunteer Day
2019 Dec 11 Wed, 08:41:58 pm
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2019 (WAM) -- The Emirates Red Crescent, ERC, yesterday honoured its volunteers at a ceremony to mark the International Volunteer Day. The event organised at ERC headquarters in Abu Dhabi, was attended by Dr. Mohammed Ateeq Al Falahi, Secretary-General of the ERC, where ERC’s volunteers' role and their ongoing efforts to help societies face emergencies, natural disasters and other challenges were highlighted. It also explained the importance of volunteering to promote the concepts of mutualism and humanitarian cooperation. "The work of...
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