The UAE has disbursed the final $12 million of its $120 million commitment towards polio eradication. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, had pledged to donate the amount in 2013
The announcement was made by the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) on Monday.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai met on Sunday, on the sidelines of the 29th Arab Summit, currently held in Dhahran, with President Beji Caid Essebsi, President of Tunisia.
They discussed items on the summit's agenda and expressed confidence that it will result in positive r
Preparations are afoot to roll out legislations that will allow transit passengers to tour the country. On Monday, the UAE Cabinet gave the green light to prepare a general policy to grant entry visas to transit passengers who wish to visit the country's landmarks and tourist attractions.
Passengers transiting via any of the airports in the country will be
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered the distribution of an additional bonus amounting to Dh33.3million to owners of taxi plates in Dubai.
The total number of plates benefiting from the distribution is 6,659. Dubai Taxi Corporation and other taxi franchise companies
Dubai schools are embracing iPad learning in classrooms as tech companies introduce more education-focused gadgets into the market.
Tech Giant Apple has recently introduced its new sixth generation 9.7-inch iPad, which has features that target students and educators - making it a user-friendly device in replacement of textbooks.
Last week, a distre
Women workforce in the UAE have certain rights which they should equip themselves with to avoid exploitation at workplace. The UAE Labour Law lays down special provisions relating to the working hours and conditions of women employees.
Let's take a look at the important aspects of the law related to working women in the country.
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Over 50 per cent of the UAE's federal transactions would be powered by blockchain technology by 2021, it was announced on Wednesday. The Emirates Blockchain Strategy would help the country save Dh11 billion spent annually on document transactions and documents.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE
A law that will ensure equal wages for women and men has been approved by the UAE Cabinet.
The 'law on equal wages and salaries for men and women' will ensure that women have equal opportunities as partners in the UAE's development. It will also empower women to lead future national strategies and ambitious projects, it was announced on Tuesday.
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Dubai: The financial strain of stocking up on groceries and purchasing big-ticket items is expected to lighten during Ramadan.
The Ministry of Economy has announced its annual reduction in prices that will affect over 10,000 products and goods, with discounts of up to 50 per cent in 600 outlets across the UAE for the whole month.
Dr Hashim Al Nuaim
The auspicious day of Isra Wal Miraj will be observed on Saturday, April 14 in the UAE.
The day, which is observed on the 27th day of the Islamic month of Rajab, has been confirmed on the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department calendar.
UAE traditionally announces a one-day holiday to observe the holy day.
Last year, the holid
