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The Magic Number to Watch in Dubai: 2020
For Dubai the magic number is 2020. This is of course when the city-state hopes to host the World Expo. However, 2020 is also to herald the arrival of a new era. The emirate’s rulers seem decided to propel Dubai
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Empty Threats: Little to Fear from the Chattering Classes
Western intelligence services are sounding the alarm over a possible terrorist attack soon to strike Yemen or another country in the Middle East. Spying agencies noted a significant increase of “chatter” prompting the US government to close its embassy in
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Mohamed Al Jaber: The Arabs and Technology
Mohamed Al Jaber, born in Jeddah in 1959, is a UNESCO special envoy who likes constructive dialogue and so do we. He believes in building bridges between the Middle East and the wider world and we applaud him for this
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Bentley Motors Middle East: World’s Biggest Workshop in Dubai
Sales In March this year, Bentley Motors announced its financial results for the year ending 31 December 2012, reporting a significantly increased operating profit of Euros 100.5m compared to Euros 8m in 2011. Bentley boosted its total turnover by 29.9%
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UN Says Bangladesh Labour Laws Fall Short of International Standards
The United Nations labour agency today on Monday 22nd July that amendments to the Bangladesh Labour Act “will hopefully prove to be a first step” in addressing workers’ rights and boosting occupational safety and health, but urged the Government to
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Investor Confidence in Dubai Real Estate Sets Tone for Big Year at Mid East’s Largest Property Show
Cityscape Global prepares to host more than 200 exhibitors as Dubai real estate benefits from AED50 billion investment surge in 2012. Dubai, UAE, 17 July 2013: The renewed investor confidence in Dubai’s real estate market is reflected in the emirate’s
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IMF: KSA Is One of The Top G-20 Performers
On July 08, 2013, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia has been one of the best performing G-20 economies in recent years, and has supported the global
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Iraqi Government & Industry Gather to Drive Oilfield Optimisation in Iraq
Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, the fourth Iraq Mega Projects Conference and Exhibition, organised by the CWC Group and supported by the Iraqi Government, will take place from 30 September – 3
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Military Takeover in Egypt: UN Appeals for Restraint
With Egypt’s transition at “another delicate juncture,” United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reiterated on Wednesday 3rd July his appeals for non-violence and restraint, urging an inclusive approach to overcome the current “deep difficulties” and address the concerns of all Egyptians.
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UN: Management of Natural Resources for a Peaceful Afghanistan
Sustainable and equitable management of Afghanistan’s natural resources such as land, water, forests and minerals can contribute to peacebuilding in the country, according to a United Nations report released on June 24th. The report, Natural Resource Management and Peacebuilding in
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