| UAE: 50 fines issued against real estate agents, 7 licences suspended for violating rules
Several real estate agents were fined, and brokerage licenses were suspended for non-compliance with real estate rules and regulations in Abu Dhabi. |
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| Saudi Arabia’s Asir region partners with Almosafer to boost tourism potential
Saudi Arabia’s Asir region is edging closer to becoming a premier global tourism destination, thanks to a new partnership with fellow Kingdom-based travel company Almosafer. |
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| Saudi EXIM Bank and SNB sign 2 agreements to boost non-oil exports
Saudi exporters are set to gain better access to credit facilities and risk coverage with the signing of two agreements between leading banks designed to boost non-oil exports. |
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| Saudi NHC teams up with Chinese firm to construct 20k residential units
Residential supply is set to improve as the Saudi National Housing Co. and China Machinery Engineering Corp. signed a deal to build 20,000 units in the Kingdom. |
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| UAE: Soon, your employability could depend on how well you use AI, say experts
The future of a person’s employability could soon depend on how well they can use AI. That is according to experts in the UAE. “Artificial Intelligence is here for the long term,” said Muhammad Khalid, Founder and CEO of AIREV. |
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| Saudi authorities arrest 19,710 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 19,710 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| UAE: How to apply for international driving licence; fees, process explained
Are you dreaming of a cross-border road trip with your family? Or perhaps considering renting a car for your upcoming work trip? Whether it's business or pleasure, most countries require visitors to have an International Driving License (IDL) to drive. |
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| UAE: How soon must employer give full, final payment to employee after resigning?
I am planning to resign and leave the UAE next month. Legally speaking, how soon must companies give the full and final settlement? How soon after resigning do I need to exit the country? |
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| Court refuses to free ex-candidate, sets May 15 hearing
The criminal court on Wednesday rejected a request from defense lawyers to release ex-election candidate Musaed Al-Qraifa, on trial for allegedly insulting the political leadership, and set May 15 for the next hearing. |
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| Amir dissolves National Assembly, suspends constitution for 4 years
HH the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Friday dissolved the newly-elected National Assembly and suspended articles in the constitution that call for fresh polls for up to four years, saying he took the “difficult decision” to save the country and stop continued crises that derailed development. |
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| Dubai to unify remote court hearings, investigations in one digital platform
Dubai is building a new centralised, digital platform that will streamline remote investigations and court hearings — promising faster processing time and a more efficient justice system. |
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| Saudi Arabia achieves highest evaluation level in UN’s Competition Law Systems Report
Saudi Arabia has received global recognition from a UN commission for its robust legal framework and “very strong” competition law. |
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| Adnoc signs third long-term agreement for Ruwais LNG project
Adnoc announced on Wednesday the signing of a 15-year heads of agreement (LNG agreement) with EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG (EnBW), one of the largest energy companies in Germany, for the delivery of 0.6 million metric tonnes per annum (mmtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG). |
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| Energy deals with Brazil, Japan, and Jordan signed off by Saudi Cabinet
Saudi Arabia has approved economic and energy deals with several countries including Jordan, Brazil, and Japan, during its latest Cabinet meeting. |
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| Red Sea Global seals deals with Almosafer and Saudia to elevate tourism sector
Saudi Arabia’s tourism landscape is set for a boost after multi-project developer Red Sea Global signed an agreement with travel company Almosafer. |
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| UAE: How can non-Muslim expats draw up a will in Dubai?
Question: I am a non-Muslim expat living in Dubai. I have some assets in the country and wish to draw up a will. How do I go about this? What do I do after to make sure it holds in my home country too? |
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| Saudi ministries sign deal to achieve goals in fields of culture, human resources
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, and the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi signed a cooperation agreement on Monday aimed at achieving their respective goals. |
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| Riyadh Air, STA ink deal to launch new routes and destinations
Saudi Arabia’s second flag carrier Riyadh Air will soon announce more routes and destinations thanks to a new agreement with the Kingdom’s official tourism body. |
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| Saudi Arabia’s NHC signs deal with Chinese company to boost building materials supply
Saudi Arabia’s building materials supply is set to get a boost with the signing of a deal between the National Housing Co. and a leading Chinese construction firm. |
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| Saudi Arabia’s Ades secures $136.2m deals in Qatar, Egypt
Saudi Arabia’s Ades Holding Co. continues to expand its regional footprint as it seals two contracts worth SR511 million ($136.2 million), highlighting its growing influence in the oil and gas sector. |
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| Saudi authorities arrest 19,662 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 19,662 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| King Salman issues royal decree to appoint investigative lieutenants at Public Prosecution
King Salman issued a royal decree on Saturday to appoint 261 investigative lieutenants at the Ministry of Justice’s Public Prosecution, Saudi Press Agency reported. |
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| ACWA Power signs $4.85bn power purchase agreement for a wind energy project in Uzbekistan
Saudi utility firm ACWA Power has signed a power purchase agreement with the National Electric Grid of Uzbekistan for the Aral 5-gigawatt wind power project worth SR18.2 billion ($4.85 billion). |
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| NEOM, Saudi Red Sea Authority sign MoU to develop marine tourism regulations
The Saudi Red Sea Authority and NEOM signed a memorandum of understanding on Friday to cooperate on developing legislation, regulations, and technology in marine tourism, reported the Saudi Press Agency. |
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| IsDB Group annual meetings conclude with 85 agreements worth over $8bn
As many as 85 agreements worth over $8 billion were signed across diverse sectors during the recently concluded annual meetings of the Islamic Development Bank Group. |
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| Malaysia to witness $10bn investment from ACWA Power in renewable energy sector: prime minister
Saudi utility firm ACWA Power has expressed interest in investing $10 billion in Malaysia over the next 10 years to develop renewable energy projects. |
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| Hospitality brands sign deals to expand in Saudi market
Top hospitality brands signed deals at the Future Hospitality Summit in Riyadh to capitalize on the opportunities available in the Kingdom. |
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| Saudi Arabia and Mauritania forge energy pact, emphasizing expertise exchange
Saudi Arabia and Mauritania have signed a framework agreement aimed at exploring opportunities and fostering expertise exchange in the fields of electricity, renewable energy, and clean hydrogen. |
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| Ma’aden strengthens phosphate business through share purchase agreement with Mosaic
Saudi Arabian Mining Co. has entered into a share purchase and subscription agreement with the Mosaic Co. with the aim of expanding its phosphate business. |
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| BlackRock, PIF launch multi-asset investment management platform in Riyadh
BlackRock Saudi Arabia and the Public Investment Fund signed a memorandum of understanding on Tuesday which entitles the former to establish a Riyadh-based multi-asset investment platform. |
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| SFD, AfDB sign deal to finance development initiatives in Africa
Emerging African economies are poised to receive a funding boost for growth initiatives following a deal involving the Saudi Fund for Development, aiming to foster sustainable progress. |
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| IsDB annual meeting sees signing of several deals
The 2024 annual meeting of the Islamic Development Bank Group saw the signing of several agreements, boosting the telecommunications sector in its member countries. |
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| Saudi authorities arrest 19,050 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 19,050 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| UAE jobs: Universities to revamp legal programmes to boost prospects for law graduates
Legal programmes in UAE universities are being revamped to help increase job opportunities for the country’s law graduates. |
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| Dubai: Will landlord pay for repairs of apartment damaged in rain?
The recent rains have resulted in plumbing problems in my Dubai apartment. Moreover, water that seeped into the apartment has damaged a wall. Who is responsible for repairing these? |
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| UAE: Can employers deduct employee's salary for absence due to heavy rains?
Can my company deduct my salary for being unable to report to work during the heavy rains and subsequent floods that happened last week? If our boss does, can we complain? Please advise. We work in a mainland Dubai company and stay in Sharjah. We were unable to report to the office last week because of the rains. |
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| Saudi NHC, Spain’s Urbas to construct almost 600 housing units in Al-Fursan suburb
Saudi Arabia’s Al-Fursan suburb will soon be home to 589 new residential units worth around SR1 billion ($266 million) thanks to a deal sealed by the National Housing Co. |
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| Omani officials forge economic alliances with Saudi Arabia, Japan, and US
Oman’s industrial infrastructure is set to receive a boost following a new agreement with Saudi Arabia, fostering private sector participation in the country’s economic growth. |
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| 40 lawmakers attend ceremonial opening of Assembly session
Forty lawmakers attended on Sunday a ceremonial opening session of the new National Assembly “in a bid to ward off any constitutional suspicions”, according to MP Saleh Ashour, who chaired the session as one of the oldest MPs. |
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| UNHCR, Kuwait Society of Lawyers sign deal
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Kuwait and the Kuwait Society of Lawyers (KSL) inked a partnership deal on Tuesday to boost cooperation and share expertise on humanitarian and legal issues related to asylum and displacement. |
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| Saudi Aramco in talks to acquire 10% stake in China’s Hengli Petrochemical
Energy giant Saudi Aramco held talks with Chinese Hengli Group Co. to acquire a 10 percent stake in its subsidiary, subject to due diligence and required regulatory clearances. |
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| ACWA Power inks deal to drive renewable energy development in Azerbaijan
Saudi energy giant ACWA Power is signing a new agreement to accelerate the development of renewable projects in Azerbaijan. |
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| Alistithmar Capital, Ezdihar Real Estate partner to launch $293m property development fund
Saudi Arabia’s Alistithmar Capital is teaming up with Ezdihar Real Estate Development Co. to create an SR1.1 billion ($293 million) property fund in a move that will benefit Riyadh’s commercial and office landscape. |
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| UAE and Oman establish $35bn investment partnerships across multiple sectors
Trade and economic ties between the UAE and Oman are set to further strengthen thanks to the signing of investment deals worth 129 billion dirhams ($35.12 billion). |
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| Hamdan bin Mohammed issues Resolution on the Board of Directors of Dubai Foundation for Women and Children
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, issued Executive Council Resolution No. (19) of 2024 forming the Board of Directors of Dubai Foundation for Women and Children, chaired by Ahmed Darwish Al Muhairi. |
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| Kuwait Economic Fund, ILO ink MoU
The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED) has signed a memorandum of understanding for development cooperation with the International Labor Organization. |
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| UAE: Can parents stop marriage of their adult daughter?
I am an adult woman living in the UAE on a work visa. My parents reside here in the UAE as well. I am in love with a colleague and we plan to get married soon. If my parents don't agree to our union, will they be able to prevent our marriage? |
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| Saudi EXIM Bank inks deal with Swiss counterpart to elevate trade exchange
Saudi EXIM Bank and its Swiss counterpart have signed an agreement to boost the Kingdom’s non-oil exports, enhancing their global market competitiveness. |
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| Saudi development fund agrees $50m loan deal with St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The Saudi Fund for Development signed a $50 million loan agreement with St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Friday to assist communities affected by natural disasters, Saudi Press Agency reported. |
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| Saudi tourism fund signs MoU for development of resorts in Kingdom
Saudi Arabia is set to witness the development of new luxury resorts as the Tourism Development Fund signed a memorandum of understanding with Karisma Hotels and Resorts International, the Saudi Press Agency reported. |