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New traffic rules, new fines in UAE soon
The UAE Ministry of Interior will implement costlier traffic fines in July. The deadline is approaching, and it is approaching fast. On July 1, UAE motorists should stay on the alert as the cost of traffic fines will dig deeper into their pockets. Once the new traffic fines are implemented, overtaking on the hard shoulder
Public, Private Schools Diverge over Holidays, ADEC
Abu Dhabi students – in the public sector – get ready for a month long Winter break in 2018 according to new dates released by the Abu Dhabi Education Authority. There was confusion across Abu Dhabi today, after the Abu Dhabi Education Authority (ADEC) released the public school calendar for the 2017/18 academic year. Various
UAE is all set for VAT implementation starting next year
Here are some basics of new tax regime all stakeholders must know. The UAE government is going full steam ahead with the implementation of a value added tax (VAT) in the country from January 1, 2018. The Federal National Council (FNC) approved the draft law last month and the final law is waiting for the
New drivers to get two-year licence, starting from July 1
Driving licence for expats to be renewed for five years instead of 10 years. Starting from July 1, new drivers of all ages will get a two-year driving licence, according to new traffic rules issued by Lt. General Shaikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. Driving licences will subsequently
Drivers in Dubai to face new driving laws
Expats driving in the UAE listen up. From July 1 expats will need to renew their driving license every five years. And, if you’re a new driver, you’ll start with a two-year licence. According to new traffic rules issued by Lt. General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior,
April 18, 2017
Read more about Drivers in Dubai to face new driving lawsNew Investment Law to Support Bahrain Financial Sector
Bahrain has become the first country in the GCC region to introduce an Investment Limited Partnership Law and integrate it in the country’s legal system. The new move allows investors to establish limited partnerships nationwide, as oppose to only in identified free zones. Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB)
UAE, Armenia agree on reciprocal visa waiver
Sheikh Mohammed and Sargsyan discussed ways of enhancing investment partnership between the UAE and Armenia with a focus on tourism, water and agriculture. The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Armenia have agreed on reciprocal exemption from entry visa requirements for their citizens. The agreement, which goes into effect from Wednesday, was announced during
April 18, 2017
Read more about UAE, Armenia agree on reciprocal visa waiverUAE visa on arrival for Indian US visa holders welcomed
Indian expats say move will promote visits by loved ones as well as trade and tourism. Indian expats in the UAE have welcomed a move by the UAE to grant visa on arrival to Indians holding a valid US green card or US visa, saying the decision will facilitate tourism and trade, as well as
Mohammad calls on youth to preserve Arabic language
Inaugural issue of Popular Science Arabia publishes Vice-President’s letter. Dubai: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has called on Arab youth to preserve their native language. “Our Arabic language has always been one of learning and science,” Shaikh Mohammad wrote in an
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