NEWS & INSIGHTS

A mobile phone app designed to help Nepalis make informed choices about moving abroad for work has launched in the Google Play store. The Shuvayatra – or “safe journey” app – features information in Nepali about labor rights, work permits, working conditions and job application procedures. Conveying […]

Remittances from Egyptian and Jordanian expats are playing a major role in their countries’ economies, according to new data, with more than $2 billion (Dhs7 billion) sent home last year. Dubai-based Xpress Money highlighted World Bank figures showing just how […]

The Dubai Health Authority stated, as of June 30, 2016, employers in Dubai will be required to provide health insurance for all of their employees. Employees must be covered by an acceptable insurance plan provided by a pre-approved health insurance […]

New technology platforms have pushed more UAE residents to become entrepreneurs, revealed a study by social networking website LinkedIn. Digital platforms have helped residents to overcome traditional barriers that come with founding companies, making the process easier and more accessible, […]

Waste reduction is one of the biggest issues faced by Dubai today, according to the city’s municipal body for city services and the upkeep of facilities in the Emirate. The man heading the waste department in Dubai Municipality explains his […]

Plans for a project worth more than $272m (AED1bn) have been unveiled by the Dubai Properties Group. The Marasi Business Bay development, set to be built by the Dubai Water Canel, was announced on Tuesday by Dubai Holding’s real estate […]

The “first 3D-printed office in the world” opened in Dubai on Monday, according to the UAE state news agency WAM. The pod-like structures, on the grounds of the Emirates Towers office block and hotel, will house the temporary offices of […]

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Expats and residents of Kuwait are unhappy about plans to increase traffic fines by as much as 100 per cent. The Ministry of Interior’s decision to double the amount of fines charged for traffic violations is causing major discontent in […]

The global solar market is doing well. But it is changing, and the main reason for this is a shift in geographical focus. The Big 5 Hub talks to Hadi Tahboub, Vice President of the Middle East Solar Industry Association […]

The Mall of Qatar has signed an agreement with Doha-based Abu Issa Holding to open 15 high-end stores. The deal will see the introduction of global brands including Godiva Cafe, Yves Delorme, Hartmann, Samsonite, Voulez Vous and Bugatti. Rony Mourani, […]

Expatriates in Saudi Arabia will be able to use government hospitals for treatment as long as they pay a designated fee and follow the centres’ rules and regulations, according to the Ministry of Health. The decision was taken due to […]