The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has called on private sector companies in areas most impacted by the exceptional weather conditions forecasted for the UAE to take precautions in outdoor work environments where it is difficult to suspend operations, urging employers to ensure workers’ health and safety during their commute to and from […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is offering 350 unique number plates of 3, 4 and 5 digits for private and vintage vehicles as well as motorbikes bearing (A-H-I-J-K-L-M-N-O-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X) codes. Registration of bidders for this 75th online auction opens Today Monday, April 15th, and bidding starts at 08:00 am on Monday, April 22nd, 2024 and continues […]

Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE,  Ruler of Dubai, to complement the development of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project to match the ongoing rapid population growth and urbanisation of the area, and under the oversight of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces that public transport means, taxis and shared mobility vehicles have transported about 5.9 million passengers during the holiday of Eid Al Fitr 1445H (10 to 12 April 2024). The breakdown indicates that Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines served 2.32 million riders, Dubai Tram lifted 115 thousand riders, […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the business hours of all services during the holiday of Eid Al Fitr 1445H (2024) covering Customer Happiness Centres, Paid Parking Zones, Public Buses, Dubai Metro & Tram, Marine Transport means, and Service Provider Centres (Vehicle Testing). Service Providers Centres (Vehicle Testing) Service Providers Centers are closed […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with Keolis MHI (the operator of Dubai Metro and Tram), unveiled an improvement to the timetable of Dubai Metro Red Line Y junction (Meeting point of three railways) to eliminate the need for passengers to interchange at Jabal Ali metro station starting 15th April, 2024. This strategic […]

Dubai Municipality announced its plans to manage hygiene and community services related to sustainable waste management during Eid Al-Fitr holiday in the Emirate. The initiative encompasses technical programs and action plans, as well as supervisory and field efforts to ensure the hygiene of all roads and highways, residential areas, and public facilities. As part of […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially launched the ‘Green Fleet Rating System,’ a key initiative designed to reinforce sustainable practices within Dubai’s commercial transport activities. Abdulla Yousef Al Ali, CEO of RTA’s Licensing Agency, said: “The system is dedicated to promoting eco-friendly commercial transport means in Dubai. It introduces a comprehensive rating system […]

National Bonds, a leading Sharia-compliant savings and investment company in the UAE, today announced another remarkable year marked by significant growth, consistent profit sharing for customers, and a relentless focus on profound customer engagement, as evidenced by the introduction of novel saving solutions and ongoing digitization efforts. The investment portfolio of National Bonds crossed AED […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters announced changes to the timings for truck movement on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. The adjustment of timing applies to a section of the road extending from Ras Al Khor Road to Sharjah in both directions during peak traffic hours as of 28th April […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Monday, 29 Ramadan (8 April 2024) to 3 Shawwal (or what is equivalent to it in Gregorian date) will be a paid holiday for all employees in the private sector across the UAE on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.

Dubai Municipality has been awarded the Golden category for Environment Management Industry at the Global Environment Award, which is organized by the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF). The esteemed award honors exceptional individuals, teams, projects, and organizations for their significant contributions to environmental sustainability and the preservation of natural resources. It serves as a […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) have unveiled new procedures to streamline the process of transferring permits of companies established on Al Reem Island to ADGM. The announcement follows a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two parties, signed in Abu Dhabi by His Excellency Khalil Al […]

Dubai Municipality received the International Safety Award from the British Safety Council. The award is granted to institutions that adhere to the highest standards of occupational health and safety, ensuring a sustainable, healthy, and safe workplace that safeguards the well-being of employees, contractors, and visitors, including People of determination, while also preserving property. The recognition […]

Sav, a leading financial technology company that has revolutionised personal finance management, has entered into a partnership with Desert Adventures, a leading destination management company in the UAE, enabling Sav patrons, access to a diverse array of leisure and adventure services. With over 75% of residents prioritising spending on unique experiences, Sav and Desert Adventures […]

Dubai Municipality (DM) has published additional guidance for businesses on the single use plastics ban that was issued in January following a resolution by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai’s Executive Council. The resolution was introduced to protect the environment by minimising plastic […]

Sav, a leading financial technology company that revolutionizes personal finance management, today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Desert Adventures, a leading destination management company in the UAE. This alliance is set to redefine destination experiences, offering Sav users unparalleled access to a diverse array of  leisure and adventure services. With over 75% of residents prioritizing […]

National Bonds, a leading savings and investment company in the United Arab Emirates, has launched the “EIBOR Plus” investment solution, marking a leap forward in capital-protected offerings. This innovative product tracks the Emirates Interbank Offered Rate (EIBOR), providing investors with an expected return of 0.5% above the benchmark’s performance on an annual basis. “EIBOR Plus” […]

Dubai Municipality has achieved the highest rank for certified innovative organization by the Global Innovation Institute (GInI), a leading entity in professional certifications, accreditations, and memberships in the field of innovation. This recognition underscores the Municipality’s commitment and achievements in fostering innovation. Dubai Central Laboratory and Dubai Municipality Academy played a key role in this […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced that 37 private healthcare companies have signed employment contracts with 95 Emirati students as part of the Studying Citizen Employment Contract. The Studying Citizen Employment Contract was recently introduced by the Ministry in cooperation with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis). The contract is signed between […]

Dubai Municipality announced the ‘Dubai’s Best Homegrown Produce Competition’, one of the programs under Dubai Farms, which seeks to support citizen farmers who are productive agricultural entrepreneurs and to promote local agriculture for increased local production, and enhanced food security in the Emirate of Dubai. The move comes in line with the objectives of Dubai […]

Under the directives and supervision of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Chairperson of the UAE Food Bank, an initiative under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said in light of the exceptional weather conditions in the UAE and after coordinating with relevant authorities, “we call on private sector companies to take caution and all necessary occupational safety measures to maintain the safety of its workers during periods of weather fluctuations.” It added in […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE’s Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) launched the second edition of the Emirates Labour Market Award. The award is the first-of-its-kind in the UAE to honour distinguished private sector […]

Dubai Municipality has intensified its monitoring campaigns and inspection visits for food safety and public health during the holy month of Ramadan. The campaigns include various sectors such as Dubai markets, commercial centers, food establishments, food preparation facilities, restaurants, hotels, hypermarkets, and supermarkets. Additionally, the campaigns further extend to salons, beauty centers, smoking areas in […]

The UAE government has launched the “Work Bundle” to facilitate employee residency procedures and work permits in private sector companies. The first phase of the initiative will be implemented in Dubai and will be gradually expanded to include other emirates. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of […]

Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) are currently hosting the Global Supply Chain Conference from March 4th to March 7th, 2024, at Dubai’s International Humanitarian City. In collaboration with IHC, the conference convenes key stakeholders from 38 National Societies, IFRC, ICRC, and external partners, […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced a reduction of two working hours per day for private sector employees during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Ministry said: “In accordance with the requirements and nature of their work, companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of the daily working […]

Knowledge Fund Establishment and National Bonds, the specialist UAE savings and investment company, has announced the launch of ‘The Young Investor’, the Middle East’s first-ever financial education program to foster financial knowledge at an early age. This visionary initiative harmoniously aligns with Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and Dubai Social Agenda 33, both of which were […]

Dubai Municipality has initiated a new project within its agricultural beautification endeavors across the city. This specific project is centered around the key hub where Al Meydan and Al Khail Streets intersect at the heart of the city. Covering a vast expanse of 302,266 square meters, this project reflects the Municipality’s commitment to increasing green […]

As part of its agenda for the “UAE Innovation Month 2024”, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) discussed its service development plan in line with the ambitious government directives to achieve Zero Government Bureaucracy (ZGB) and contribute to the success of the next phase by achieving the targets set by His Highness Sheikh […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched the new edition of Labour Accommodation System, the first national platform for registering workers’ accommodation facilities and presenting them to companies across the country to raise awareness about regulated accommodation units that comply with the standards and regulations set by the Ministry and its government […]

Dubai Municipality has implemented a project to rebuild and rehabilitate the supporting walls along the Deira side of Dubai Creek, with a total expense of AED 112 million. The project aims to enhance the effectiveness of the creek’s retaining walls by upgrading the dock, reconstructing sections that have been damaged and dilapidated over the past […]

Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), visited Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC), engaging with the IHC and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) teams, and emphasizing the crucial role of humanitarian work worldwide. HE Abdulla AlShaibani, IHC Board Member, […]

Dubai Municipality registered over 1.5 million food products in 2023, with 217,642 applications for the registration and assessment of food products across the Emirate. Additionally, the Municipality issued 99,567 health certificates for exported food, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the flexibility of Dubai’s food sector. These figures underscore the Municipality’s dedication to ensuring residents’ access […]

The inspection team at the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) reported outstanding performance in 2023, carrying out more than 430,000 inspection visits and organising awareness programmes about labour market legislation for workers and employers. This resulted in detecting over 75,000 violations and raising awareness among more than 2 million workers and over 9,000 […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued directives to facilitate the dispatch of urgent relief supplies mobilised by the International Humanitarian City (IHC) in Dubai as part of a vital relief airbridge to Gaza through El Arish Airport in Egypt. Giuseppe […]

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, honoured the winners of the sixth edition of “the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation Excellence Award”. The award recognized 50 outstanding employees and administrative units across different categories. The award aims to raise awareness about the importance of excellence and how it […]

Dubai Municipality has entered into a strategic partnership with Majid Al Futtaim – Retail, which holds the exclusive franchise to operate Carrefour in the UAE, to strengthen coordination and collaboration in ensuring the sustainable provision of strategic food commodities in Dubai’s local markets. The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two entities […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) organised an awareness workshop for representatives from legal departments in several private-sector companies and media outlets on the procedures to settle labour disputes, in line with Federal Decree law No. 20 of 2023 Amending Certain Provisions of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation […]

Dubai Municipality has successfully completed the Old Municipal Street project in Deira, marking a significant transformation from a traditional thoroughfare to a bustling commercial pedestrian tourist pass.  Stretching from the Ras area to the renowned Gold Market, this revitalized street promises an immersive journey into the heart of Dubai’s rich heritage. Under the project, the […]

Dubai Municipality is set to participate in Gulfood 2024, one of the largest food and beverage exhibitions to be held from February 19 to 23 at Dubai World Trade Centre, to review its integrated digital programs and services aimed at enhancing Dubai’s food sector. The event, which is set to host over 5,500 exhibitors, will […]

The ‘Ramadan Souq’ organized by Dubai Municipality, will kick off tomorrow (Saturday, February 17) and will run until March 9, 2024. This souq is a famous and ancient tradition in Dubai that celebrates the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan. The event will take place at the historic Old Municipality Street in Bur Deira, […]

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, UAE Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, met with His Excellency Shafiqur Rahaman Chowdhury, Minister of State for Expatriate Welfare and Overseas Employment of Bangladesh, and His Excellency Muktesh Pardeshi, Secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, overseeing India’s relations with the Gulf, West Asia, and North […]

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, UAE Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, held a series of bilateral meetings with ministers of labour and employment, as well as senior officials, to discuss labour market topics of mutual interest, as part of the agenda for the World Government Summit 2024, held in Dubai from 12 to […]

The Seventh Abu Dhabi Dialogue (ADD) Ministerial Consultation ended on Sunday, 11 February, with a Closing Statement that outlines a set of principles and priorities for the next edition of the Dialogue. The announcement followed two days of meetings that the UAE hosted as part of the World Government Summit 2024, bringing together ministers of […]

Organised by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) today (Monday, 12 February) on the side lines of the World Government Summit 2024, the Future of Work Forum explored prospects for developing a vision to ensure continuity in labour markets in light of rapid global developments, and discussed tactics to adapt to transformations and […]

Ministers of labour, human resources, and employment from 16 Asian countries of origin and destination for labour addressed ways to leverage advanced technology to launch innovative initiatives that allow for settling labour disputes and quickly issuing the required verdicts, while supporting wage protection systems and enhancing skill mobility across participating countries, among other areas related […]

Preparations for the Seventh Abu Dhabi Dialogue (ADD) Ministerial Consultation started in Dubai on Saturday, 10 February 2024, as senior officials from the ministries of labour, human resources, and employment of 16 ADD member countries held eight working sessions attended by representatives of international organisations, the private sector and civil society, as well as experts […]

The Seventh Abu Dhabi Dialogue (ADD) Ministerial Consultation will start in Dubai on Saturday, 10 February 2024, on the sidelines of the World Government Summit, bringing together ministers of labour and human resources, along with senior officials, from member states. Abu Dhabi Dialogue is a voluntary consultative mechanism that aims to provide a platform for […]

Dubai Municipality has launched a new VIP ticket package for guests visiting Frame Dubai, one of the Emirate’s most popular architectural attractions. Holders of the new AED 300 ticket are entitled to several benefits, which include the opportunity to experience a unique tour of Frame Dubai. Ahmed Al Zarouni, Director of the Department of Public […]

Dubai Municipality received the International Accreditation Certificate from the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIM Institute). The accreditation comes in line with the Municipality’s exceptional efforts and its outcomes in promoting innovation management concepts within its organizational structure, improving the knowledge competency of its workforce, and the procedures of presenting ideas by them through its innovative […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has detected 55 entities engaging in recruitment and mediation activities without obtaining the required permits from the Ministry in 2023, including five social media accounts that were identified in collaboration with the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA). The Ministry imposed administrative penalties on the violators, […]

National Bonds, the specialist UAE savings and investment company, has unveiled an upgraded annual rewards program for its savers, providing an unprecedented opportunity for customers to partake in a rewards program worth AED 35.5 million. Under the new program, participants can win exclusive prizes, including a variety of 16 luxury cars with 4 dedicated to […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) and its partners in the ‘Professional and Practical Training Programme’ for Emirati students have surpassed the target set for the programme’s pilot phase in 2023 by providing more than 3,400 training opportunities for Emirati students. Over 500 entities provided training opportunities, a result that led to exceeding […]

Dubai Central Laboratory, affiliated with Dubai Municipality, has developed an innovative examination and screening system aimed at detecting byproducts of pork in processed meat products by using high concentrations of DNA extracted from food products. The launch of the new screening system comes in alignment with the constant efforts of Dubai Central Laboratory to create […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has successfully completed over 20 million smart transactions in line with the highest standards of efficiency in 2023, serving 3.3 million customers, who expressed an advanced level of trust in the Ministry’s services. MoHRE continues the development of its smart services system, offering over 100 services that […]

Dubai, UAE, 31 January, 2024: National Bonds, the specialist UAE leading savings and investment company, has released findings from its recent survey, shedding light on the financial behavior, saving aspirations, and trends prevalent among both UAE nationals and expatriates, across different generations (Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and above). According to the survey’s key findings, 57% of the […]

Dubai, UAE, 31 January, 2024: National Bonds, the specialist UAE leading savings and investment company, has released findings from its recent survey, shedding light on the financial behavior, saving aspirations, and trends prevalent among both UAE nationals and expatriates, across different generations (Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and above). According to the survey’s key findings, 57% of the […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) reported over 51 million communication processes with its customers through its communication system ‘Tawasul’ in 2023, marking an increase of approximately 65% compared to 2022, where around 31 million processes were reported. The Ministry’s communication system ‘Tawasul’ offers 14 smart digital channels for customers, including the call […]

The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), participated in the 14th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, held under the theme ‘The Impact of Climate Change on Human Mobility,’ alongside France – the current chair of the Forum – and Colombia – the upcoming chair. […]

Dubai Municipality and Deliveroo have jointly completed the renovation of a local cricket pitch and basketball court at the Hor Al Anz Community Playground, as part of the municipality’s focus on enhancing public facilities and developing recreational spaces for residents and visitors to improve the quality of life in the Emirate. The initiative also bolsters Deliveroo’s […]

Dubai Municipality announced the outstanding success of its second edition of Souq Al Freej, a unique initiative aimed at supporting small and domestic entrepreneurs in promoting their products. The event witnessed a notable turnout of over 157,000 visitors, marking a remarkable 50 per cent increase from the first season’s 95,000 visitors. The festivities of Souq […]

Dubai Municipality successfully planted more than 185,000 trees in the Emirate in 2023 as part of its afforestation initiative, with an average of 500 trees daily, increasing the total green area by 234 hectares, up from 170 hectares in 2022. This achievement highlights the Municipality’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and preserving the environment for […]

Dubai Municipality received the IHO Code, an intergovernmental organization specializing in the survey and production of marine maps of the world’s seas, oceans, and navigable waters. In accordance with this, the organization has officially added the Municipality to its main Register of Member States that manufactures and prepares officially licenced products such as nautical maps, […]

Dubai Municipality has launched its ‘Promoting Healthy Nutrition in Educational Institutions’ initiative, with the purpose to help educational institutions across Dubai to change their approach to school meals, offering students with proper food options in canteens and cafeterias. The initiative aims to reach over 300,000 students in schools across the emirate. The initiative is designed […]

Dubai Municipality received 11 prestigious awards in the final quarter of 2023, as a testament to its efforts, initiatives, and projects across various key sectors. These include urban planning and enhancing quality of life, regulation, and issuance of building permits in the building and construction sector, health, and safety, and promoting digital transformation in contracts, […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched the UAE Labour Market Observatory, designed to provide periodic data and information in both Arabic and English on various competitiveness indicators of the UAE labour market, outputs of the policies set to regulate it, and information about innovative services, programmes, and initiatives, along with other […]

Dubai Municipality has hired nearly 140 Emiratis from a range of disciplines, including engineering, technical, and administrative, as part of its ‘Our Human Resources, Our Pride’ initiative in 2023. The initiative aims to increase the percentage of Emiratization in the technical and field areas associated with municipal fields of work. The latest move is in […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has started implementing the Cabinet Decision to expand the scope of companies subject to Emiratisation targets, where more than 12,000 companies with 20-49 employees, operating across 14 specific economic sectors, are now required to hire at least one UAE citizen in 2024 and another one in 2025. […]

National Bonds, the UAE’s savings and investment company, has unveiled the ‘My One Million’ plan. The new savings plan, designed for both individuals and corporations alike, enables to propel its participants toward achieving AED 1 million in combined savings & cumulative profits at the end of the tenor. The newly introduced affordable plan offers customers […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11th September 2023 National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, has received today a Philippines government delegation, as part of their visit to the UAE. During the visit, the delegation had the opportunity to learn about National Bonds’ impact on the UAE’s savings culture through its best successful programs, which […]

National Bonds, the savings and investment company, said that 82% of employees in the UAE are open to employers investing their end-of-service benefits. This insight strongly aligns with National Bonds’ strategic objective of introducing new saving solutions that cater to different segments of the population. In line with the growing demand for such solutions, and […]

Dubai – UAE, 15th August 2023 National Bonds, a Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, announced a new partnership with the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), that aims to provide their employees with innovative savings and investment solutions. This partnership came into being considering the recent study conducted by National Bonds, which states that 76% […]

Dubai, UAE, 18 July,2023: National Bonds, a Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, launched today the 12th edition of the National Bonds Savings Index, an annual survey on the saving behaviour in the UAE. The 2023 annual survey has been conducted by Kantar, a leading data, insights and consulting company. This year’s report indicated that 76% of […]

Dubai, UAE -20th June 2023 – Astra Tech (Astra), a leading consumer technology holding group based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Bonds, a Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company in the UAE, aiming to provide Shari’a-complaint saving and investment opportunities to millions of Botim users. This partnership will give […]

Dubai – UAE, 7 June 2023 National Bonds has announced a new partnership with Emirates General Petroleum corporation (Emarat), aiming to enhance financial security for Emarat employees and their families in the United Arabic Emirates. In details, National Bonds, a Sharia-compliant savings and investment company, has recently signed a strategic agreement with Emirates General Petroleum […]

Arabian Adventures, a leading UAE-based destination management company, tour and safari operator and part of the Emirates Group, has launched ‘The Adventure Pass’, offering attraction bundle savings to Dubai travellers. Created to add value and ease in booking Dubai’s world-class adventures and attractions, the new product offers bundles of either three or five experiences, with […]

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, 5th June 2023 National Bonds Company, a Sharia-compliant saving and investment company, has announced its acquisition of an additional 5% stake in the “Taaleem” Holding Group. This move solidifies National Bonds’ position as the largest shareholder in “Taaleem” with a 22% stake. The acquisition represents the largest of its kind since […]

Dubai, UAE, 23rd May, 2023: National Properties, the real estate subsidiary of National Bonds Corporation, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, has forged a strategic partnership with Etihad Energy Services Company to initiate a momentous sustainable green transformation across seven prestigious landmark buildings. This groundbreaking collaboration sets a new benchmark for green building […]

Dubai, UAE, 04 April, 2023 National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, saw another strong year soaring to an investment portfolio of AED 13.7bn ($3.7 billion) in 2022, higher by 15% compared to the previous year. Customers’ financial well-being continued to evolve through National Bonds due to its wide range of savings and […]

Dubai, UAE, 27 March 2023: National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, today announced the launch of Second Salary – a customised savings solution created for the UAE’s National and Expat population. Second Salary is designed to help individuals generate supplementary income. The plan is the first part of a long-term program aiming […]

Dubai, UAE, 22 February 2023: National Bonds, the leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company in the UAE, has announced a strategic partnership with Biz Group, a leading provider of corporate coaching solutions in Dubai and the Middle East, to offer its innovative Golden Pension Plan to Biz Group’s employees. The partnership follows a growing interest in […]

Dubai, UAE, 09 January 2023: National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company, announced one of the first organizations to join the first-of-its-kind Golden Pension Plan, Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) at the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). With this partnership, which aligns with DTC’s drivers’ retention strategy, more than 9,000 drivers now can […]

Dubai, UAE, 2 January, 2023: National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has partnered with Lulu Exchange – a global cross-border payments company, to provide customers and employees the opportunity to embark on and accelerate their savings journey. The partnership will make it easier and convenient […]

SINGAPORE, December 12, 2022 – Azentio Software (“Azentio”), a Singapore-headquartered technology firm owned by funds managed by Apax Partners, announced today that National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shariah-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has selected Azentio’s market leading Islamic Banking solution, iMAL, to support its quest to improve process efficiency, enhance internal controls and […]

Dubai, UAE, 20 November 2022: A whopping 51 per cent of parents in the UAE are saving for their children’s future education, with the majority of savers being expatriates from the South Asian subcontinent, aside from UAE Nationals. This is according to a survey conducted by National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company […]

Dubai, UAE, 25th October 2022: National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, today announced the launch of an intensive career development program aimed at levelling up the financial literacy quotient among the UAE’s youth—in line with the leadership’s vision to build a saving culture in the country. Through this […]

Dubai, UAE, 11 October 2022: National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has launched the first-of-its-kind Golden Pension Scheme in the UAE in a move to ramp up its suite of financial planning solutions for nationals and residents. Developed in line with increasing demand from employers […]

Dubai, UAE, 22 August 2022: In line with Emirati Women’s Day, National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has launched Tejouri Al Emarateyat – a pioneering investment program tailored exclusively for Emirati women, to enhance financial literacy and build a culture of saving and investment amongst the […]

Dubai, UAE, 4th July 2022: National Bonds, the UAE’s leading Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has launched the first-of-its-kind Sukuk Al Eidiyah – a unique digital gift certificate that can be given as Eidiyah to the young to encourage them to start saving at an early age and increase their […]

Dubai, UAE, 14 June 2022: Initiating a movement in financial literacy amongst the UAE’s youth, National Bonds, the UAE’s leading savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has entered a groundbreaking partnership with Taaleem, one of the country’s leading education providers, to empower children of all ages with essential financial planning skills. […]

National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, saw its investments increased by 36% to AED 11.89 billion in 2021, indicating a positive accelerated growth in the culture of savings in the UAE. The company reported an increase of 64% in sales, attributing the growth to its […]

Dubai, UAE, 15 February 2022: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between National Bonds Corporation of UAE (National Bonds) and Freya Capital Sdn Bhd, Malaysia (Freya), the alliance will take this state of the art Sharia-compliant solutions to the new frontiers.   The MoU will foster the growth of the Islamic Digital economy in […]

Dubai, UAE, 10th January 2022: National Bonds’ Sukuk Trading Platform (STP), Al Manassah, reaches unprecedented heights in line with the growth of the Islamic Financing Industry. Al Manassah’s Fintech platform has become a game changer in supporting the Banks for their liquidity management requirements, which operates all year round, with no limitation on trading hours. Al Manassah […]

The report issued by Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) states that the annual general index of consumer prices dropped by 2.80% in May 2021 compared to the same period in 2020, due to a decrease in the prices of: Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels division dropped by 8.42%, which reduced the index by 3.40 […]

The report issued by Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) stated that the Producer Price Index of Manufacturing Sector increased by 2.47% during the fourth quarter of 2020 compared to the third quarter of 2020, as it is increased by 2.59% compared to fourth quarter of 2019. The Manufacturing Sector is a leading in Dubai’s economic diversification […]

​The report issued by the Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) revealed that the Consumers Price Index of Food and Beverages hit a rise by 0.32% in the first week of Ramadan 1442 A.H. compared with the last week of Sha’ban 1442 A.H., as a result of the increase of Vegetables by 4.63%, Fish and Seafood by […]

The report issued by the Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) revealed that the Consumers Price Index of Food and Beverages hit a rise by 0.55% in the second week of Ramadan 1442 A.H. compared with the first week of the Holy Month as a result of the increase of Vegetables by 4.19%, Fruits by 2.22%, Products […]

According to the report issued by Dubai Statistics Center (DSC), the overall annual consumer price index (CPI) declined by 3.87% in March 2021, compared to the same period in 2020, as the prices of the following sectors were decreased: the housing, water, electricity, gas, and fuel division decreased by 8.68%, declining the inflation by 3.51 […]

The number of marriage contracts registered in Dubai for the month of February of 2021 increased significantly by (13.9%) compared to the same month of last year, and by (30.9%) compared to February of 2019 according to recent data issued by “Dubai Statistics Center”, according to “Dubai Courts” data. The total number of marriage contracts […]

Dubai Statistics Center has achieved a new achievement by receiving “100% paperless stamp” as one of four government agencies that have been granted the stamp by the Smart Dubai Department, as a result of their implementation of all the requirements of Dubai Strategy for Paperless Transactions at a rate of 100% in a record time […]

The General Construction Cost Index increased in the fourth quarter of 2020 by 0.05%, compared to the previous quarter, as the prices of materials used in construction of buildings was increased by 0.08% due to the rise of the prices of Manufacturing by 0.10%. The prices of construction costs increased by 0.05% for residential buildings […]

​The Construction Cost Index dropped by 1.72% during 2020, as the Construction Cost Index was 105.75 during 2020, compared to 107.60 in the previous year. The Construction Cost Index of non-residential buildings prices dropped by 1.50% and residential buildings prices dropped by by 1.79%, compared to the previous year. The main reason for the decline […]

The Demographic report issued from Dubai Statistics Center stated that the population of Dubai reached 3,411,200 at the end of 2020 with an increase of 55,300 comparing to the previous year, and a growth rate of 1,63%. Despite the achieved population growth rate, the decrease in the growth rate was due to the procedures and […]

Dubai population has increased (permanent residents) over the past year 2020 by 1.5% representing around 56,000 million people to reach a total number of 3.411 million people compared with 2019 where their number amounted to 3.355 million people according to data issued by Dubia Statistics Center. Dubai population has increased (permanent residents) over the past […]

Smart Dubai announcedtheaccomplishments that 41 governmental authorities have achieved in implementing “Dubai Paperless Strategy” through which it seeks to decrease the use of paper in these authorities to the half by the lapse of the first six months of joining the strategy and continued in accomplishing its targets to transform to 100% digital authorities by […]

Data revealed by the Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) showed that the number of marriage contracts registered in the Emirate of Dubai last January reached 578, compared to 381 contracts during the same period in 2020, with a growth rate of about 51.7%. A report issued by the DSC showed that marriage contracts of citizens increased […]

The report issued by Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) states that the annual general index of consumer prices dropped by 4.42% in January 2021 compared to the same period in 2020, as the prices of the following sectors were dropped: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Fuel dropped by 8.83%, which reduced the index by 3.60 points, […]

The report issued by Dubai Statistics Center (DSC) states that the annual general index of consumer prices dropped by 4.32% in December 2020 compared to the same period in 2019, as the prices of the following sectors were dropped: Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Fuel dropped by 8.33%, which reduced index by 3.40 points, Transportation […]

Orient Tours UAE, the leading Destination Management Company and multi-awarded Tour Operator in the UAE is honing its agenda to ensure it continues to contribute substantially to UAE tourism. Today, the winner of World Travel Awards’ Leading Desert Safari Company in the UAE confirmed their participation at ATM 2019 as they recapitulated their growth, accolades, […]