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The work of the Ministry of Finance is being obstructed at every corner by bureaucracy and an IT system that presents more problems than solutions. (Photo: Marwan Tahtah)
May 23, 2013 - 13:18 GMT
The Union Coordination Committee Wednesday accused the Finance Ministry of intentionally submitting salary scale bills with errors in them in a bid to delay the ratification of a wage hike in Parliament.

June 14, 2011

During the workshop
10:48 GMT

The Strategic Planning & Performance Management Office organized a workshop about the work and functions of the property & GIS Division in the Land & Property Management Sector.

Khalid Al Zayani, Chairman of the BBBF
06:46 GMT
(press release)

On Sunday, Robeco sponsored a BBBF “Question Time” panel discussion on the topic of “Perception is reality – how can we influence both to improve the message?”

June 13, 2011

Sami Al Qamzi, Director General of DED
12:08 GMT
(press release)

The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) has commenced the first in a series of quarterly business surveys.

Saed Al Awadi, Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Exports
10:28 GMT
(press release)

The Machinery & Spare Parts Sector is one of the leading industries in Dubai with a total investment of AED319 million since 2008.

Handshakes during the agreement signing
09:35 GMT
(press release)

Dubai SME, has signed a partnership agreement with HSBC to offer priority banking services and knowledge support on financial management to the top 100 SMEs in Dubai.

June 12, 2011

Hamad Al Hashemi, Managing Director of Economic Zones
13:02 GMT
(press release)

Eng. Hamad Al Hashemi, Managing Director of Economic Zones World’s, was recently appointed Vice President of the International Network for Small and Medium Enterprises.

Al Khayyat Investments
12:37 GMT
(press release)

Al Khayyat Investments has identified healthcare, retail and education as key sectors for growth in 2011.

Sami Al Qamzi, Director General, DED
08:29 GMT
(press release)

The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) hosted a high-profile delegation from the United States of America.

Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director General of the Dubai Airport Freezone and Belgian Ambassador, Anick Van Claster
08:14 GMT
(press release)

Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director General of the Dubai Airport Freezone, discussed ways of enhancing trade and economic cooperation with Belgium during a reception hosted at the Dubai Airport Freezone.

June 9, 2011

Muscat City, Oman
06:58 GMT
(press release)

A successful roll-out of Islamic banking system could easily see the industry in Oman gaining up to US$6 billion in Islamic assets over next few years.

June 8, 2011

Doha Trade Fair
13:05 GMT
(press release)

Every day thousands of visitors and those who love to shop flock to the Doha Trade Fair 2011 (DTF) to check out the latest products on display.

Saed Al Awadi, CEO of Dubai Exports
12:24 GMT
(press release)

Dubai Exports is progressing in further increasing its exports and trade relations with various organisations and institutions in South America particularly in the countries of Argentina,Brazil and Chile.

Hussein Choucri, Chairman and Managing Director of HC Securities and Investment
11:33 GMT
(press release)

In a new step towards strengthening Egyptian stock exchange and helping boost economy, the subscription of Misr Al Mostakbal Fund commenced Sunday, May 11, 2011.

Khalid Al Kassim, Deputy Director General for Executive Affairs, DED; Mohammed Shael Al Saadi, CEO, Business Registration and Licensing Division of DED; Essam Al Tamimi, Founder and Senior Partner of Al Tamimi & Company; and Mohammed Hilal Al Muroushdi, CEO of Shared Services Sector, DED
08:37 GMT
(press release)

The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) signed an agreement with the largest law firm in the Middle East, Al Tamimi & Company.

Tobacco
07:54 GMT
(press release)

The International Chamber of Commerce Business Action to Stop Counterfeiting and Piracy initiative called on the Australian government to reject proposed regulations requiring tobacco.