The business sector in Sharjah is growing. That’s after the number of trade licenses in the emirate increased by 4% during the first half of 2015, as compared to the same period last year. According to national news agency WAM, the highest number has been recorded in March, with a 15 per cent rise from the same month in 2014. Commercial licenses are the most active ones in Sharjah, making up more than 50 per cent of the total number in the emirate.
UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 109 drones
The UAE air defences said it has intercepted 9 ballistic missiles detected in the region on Friday. Of the 112 drones detected, 109 were intercepted with 3 falling within the country's territory.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed introduces new public safety law
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued a new law on Friday, aimed at strengthening public safety across Dubai, setting out stricter standards for venues, events and public spaces.
Malaysia’s PM condemns Iranian attack in call with UAE President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim discussed, on Friday, the latest developments in the region and the escalating military action that threatens regional and international security and stability.
UAE, US mediate second day of Ukraine, Russia prisoner swap
The United Arab Emirates says a joint mediation effort with the United States has led to a second consecutive day of prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine.
Emirates expects '100 per cent' network return in coming days
Dubai's Emirates Airline said it expects to return to 100 per cent of its network in the coming days subject to "airspace availability" and "operational requirements".
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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