The UAE should tax sugar and fizzy drinks and reduce salt in pre-prepared food. That’s the message from the Economist Intelligence Unit, who say something needs to be done to combat the Emirates’ diabetes epidemic. Clear food labelling is another suggestion. Government health-care spending on diabetes is expected to rise fourfold between 2010 and 2030. The report reveals many EU countries have already implemented this kind of taxation policy with some success.
UAE President praises Armed Forces on 48th Unification Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a statement to the UAE Armed Forces expressing his thanks and appreciation as the nation celebrates the 48th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces.
UAE leaders offer condolences to Brazilian president over flood victims
UAE leaders have wished a speedy recovery to those the injured in Brazil by the recent flooding caused by heavy rains in the southern part of the country, with a message of condolences to Brazil president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Abu Dhabi Police show motorists dangers of running red lights
Abu Dhabi Police has released a powerful video showing motorists the dangers of skipping red lights and has urged drivers to stay alert while at the wheel.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed forms Dubai Council
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai has formed Dubai Council, to formulate and develop the emirate’s future development agenda.
UAE announces delivery of 400 tonnes of food aid to Gaza
The UAE, in partnership with American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera), has delivered 400 tonnes of food aid for the people of Gaza.
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John Lyons of Espace Real Estate says there is a slight slowdown in the property market during summer. So we asked him, does this mean prices are negotiable during the summer months?
Lawyer Rebecca Kelly of Clyde & Co. explained why UAE judicial authorities are setting up new offices to deal with financial crime, including money laundering.
Airalo - an eSim company disrupting telco's roaming revenues, has raised $60 million in funding including investment from our own e&.
It sounds like an episode of The Jetsons, but the sight of flying taxis whizzing around our cities could be much closer than you think.
The UAE has said that tougher penalties will come into force from 1st August for not keeping proper corporate tax records.
