A brand new airport has opened in the Maldives, with support from the UAE.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) contributed more than AED 190 million for the construction of the Maafaru International Airport.
The facility will serve the northern and eastern regions of the archipelago.
In recent years, the ADFD has financed nine development projects in the Maldives, valued at around AED 565 million.
UAE nationals to get AED25,000 in VAT savings on new homes
The expense eligibility on VAT refunds on the costs of constructing new homes for UAE nationals has been expanded under a new initiative by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), with AED 25,000 set for each claim.
DFM recognised by Switzerland's financial authority as foreign trading venue
Shares from Swiss-incorporated companies can now be traded on Dubai Financial Market (DFM) after it has been recognised by Switzerland's Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) as a foreign trading venue.
Apple bets on overdue Siri fix to close AI gap
Apple has rolled out a long-delayed overhaul of Siri on Monday, betting the upgraded assistant can help close the gap with Big Tech rivals and new-age startups in the crucial AI race.
Over 3,200 residents purchase first homes under Dubai scheme
Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme has helped more than 3,200 residents purchase their first homes in the emirate since its launch in July last year.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan hails DIFC’s impact on Dubai’s global competitiveness
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has commended the Dubai International Financial Centre's (DIFC) contributions to the emirate’s long-term economic growth and global competitiveness.
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