Lt. Gen. HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy prime minister and minister of the interior, recently inaugurated the Ministry of the Interior’s smart library, which is considered the first of its kind in terms of harnessing technology in the sciences and spreading knowledge. Read More »

Qatar Airways' private charter business adds additional 10 new luxury jets to its fleet Read More »

Mongolian delegation pitches country to Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce Read More »

Kingdom launches online business licensing system Read More »

Oman Air said last week that Gold members in the airline's Sindbad frequent-flyer program are getting two new privileges. At Muscat International Airport, Gold members will be able to utilize the business-class check-in, and passengers in this class also will have access to the business-class lounge. Read More »

Oman and Switzerland have reached an agreement that dividends can be taxed at a maximum rate of 15 percent at the source. Also, dividend payments from significant holdings can be subject to a maximum of 5 percent tax in the source state, and dividend payments to pension funds and the contracting states will be taxable in the recipient’s state of domicile. Interest will be taxed at no more than 5 percent in the source state. Read More »

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) hosted its May Network Majlis on Thursday, featuring Leila Rezaiguia from Kompass Consultancy speaking on "Mindfulness: Discovering the Magic of the Present Moment." “Mindfulness practice means that we commit fully in each moment to be present, inviting ourselves to interface with this moment in full awareness, with the intention to embody as best we can an orientation of calmness, mindfulness, and equanimity right here and right now," Rezaiguia said. Read More »

Trowers & Hamlins recently advised client Oman Brunei Aviation Leasing Company (OBALC) on the acquisition of two new Boeing B737-900ER aircraft and their long-term lease to Oman Air. The first delivery occurred last week, and the second delivery is scheduled for Wednesday. Read More »

Mashreq, one of the United Arab Emirates' leading financial and banking institutions, was recognized for its stellar commitment to providing excellent customer service by winning five awards on Thursday at the annual Insight Middle East Call Center Awards 2015 in Dubai. Read More »

Texas A&M University at Qatar (TAMUQ) recently was recognized with 23 awards from the Qatar National Research Fund's (QNRF) National Priorities Research Program (NPRP) at the seventh annual QNRF Research Forum in Doha. “Our research is contributing new knowledge, which is critical for the foundation of a knowledge-based economy,” Mark Weichold, dean and CEO of TAMUQ, said. Read More »

The Somerset Al Fateh Bahrain location of The Ascott Limited, which is the wholly owned and serviced residence business unit of CapitaLand, was recently awarded the “Best Serviced Apartment Provider Bahrain 2015,” a prestigious award in the 2015 Business Destinations Travel Awards. Read More »

SanDisk executive Vineet Wadhwa recently received the “UAE Vendor Executive of the Year” award at the eighth annual MERA Awards Gala Dinner, which was organized in partnership with DISTREE Middle East 2015. Read More »

Dubai, Arabian Ranches, Al Reem, Al Reem 3 Located in Dubai's sought-after Al Reem neighborhood, near the Arabian Ranches Town Center, this beautiful, two-story villa overlooks Al Reem Lake and offers breathtaking views. Read More »

Expro, a leading international oil services company, recently received the President’s Award at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Occupational Health and Safety Awards 2015. Expro received this award following 11 consecutive Gold Awards. Read More »

GSE Systems Inc., a global energy services solutions provider, has announced Executive Vice President Paul Abbot and Chief Engineer Oliver Tsaoi made a presentation Tuesday called “Total Training Solution – Entry2Expert” when they attended the third annual China Nuclear Training & Simulation Forum. Read More »

According to a recent announcement, Integrated Management System (IMS) certification has been awarded to the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, further encouraging the Chamber to improve its quality of services The certification recognizes the achievement and compliance of the chamber to improve the speed, flexibility, and efficiency of its operations. Read More »

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. has recently signed a definitive agreement to sell 100 percent of the company’s StandardAero to a Veritas Capital affiliate. Read More »

Franco-American Alliance for Islamic Finance (FAAIF) Chief Executive Officer Camille Paldi recently participated in the Islamic Funds event in Manama, Bahrain. Read More »

The Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, a research-driven, independent, graduate-level university that specializes in advanced energy and sustainable technologies, recently unveiled a novel prototype for testing aerospace structures. Read More »

Despite its being one of the most potentially lucrative locations to set up a business, a recent report shows overseas investors and entrepreneurs are still leery about launching in the United Arab Emirates. Read More »