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As for the current year the aloted petrol price for January 2025 will be same as December 2024 in the UAE. This stability has been arrived at against the backdrop of one of fuel costs volatility given that December offers the lowest prices of Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 in 2024. On the other hand, there was a slight rise in the price of diesel last month, he pointed out. January 2025 Fuel Prices From January 1, the cost per litre for various fuel types will be as follows: Diesel: AED 2.68 Super 98: AED 2.61 Special 95:…
While other cities are celebrating the New Year, a series of new laws will come into existence in Dubai from 12 am of January 1, 2025. These changes seek to bring about sustainable development, promote appropriate taxation, make life in cities better. Here’s what you need to know about these upcoming changes: 1. Alcohol Sales Tax Returns A 30 percent sales tax on all alcoholic products shall be effected; this will affect all sectors that include bar owners, restaurants, and hotel businesses. First put into effect in 2023 for a trial then in effect through 2024, this signals the beginning…
Emaar Properties founder and Noon co-founder Mohamed Alabbar to give a keynote speech at the much-anticipated summit event: One Billion Followers on January 13, 2025. The event to be held at Jumeirah Emirates Towers from January 11th to the 13th, will draw over 15k people with 5k content creators and over 250 speakers. This global event will have live platforms and workshops to conclude with choosing the best content creator and rewarding them the $1 million prize. Alabbar was excited about it by saying, “This is the era of the content creator.” Due to the fact that they are not…
To popularise Saudi Arabia globally as a tourist destination, it’s turning to the social media influence of this generation. The KSA based Saudi Tourism Authority has recently signed an MoU with a national marketing services company to support promotional campaigns targeting international travellers. This strategic move also catch up with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 objectives of diversifying the economy, and contributing to the tourism sector’s part of the GDP. The partnership aims to select the most effective promoters that will help Saudi Arabia to promote travel destinations around the world. To this end, the STA hopes to create a comprehensive…
Dubai Government Human Resources (DGHR) Department said that all Dubai government departments will be closed for business on New Year’s Day on January 1, 2025. Normal business will continue as from Thursday January, 2nd 2025. Ministers working in every ministry that applies shift working and the ministries of public services and facilities management also do not celebrate the holiday. These departments will model their staff rotas in this view to make sure that clients do not experience any delivery hitches over the holiday break. The DGHR Department was also wishing the leadership, countrymen and residents of the UAE a prosperous…
Customers, fasten your seat belts as you are all set for the best chance to buy fabulous products at ridiculously low prices! Dubai will have a spectacular 12-hour mega sale on the 26 ^{th} December , from 1000-2200hrs with up to a 90% off storewide in all Majid Al Futtaim malls. Participating Malls The sale will take place at: Mall of the Emirates City Centre Mirdif City Centre Deira City Centre Me’aisem City Centre Al Shindagha My City Centre Al Barsha Customers will be able to find the largest discounts on clothing accessories, electronics, fragrances, cosmetics, household goods and a…
The Dubai Metro and Tram have been rated as 96 % in the International Customer Experience Standard index to be reached in 2024. Contrasting 2022 that stood at 87.2%, 2023 at 92.2% and the current positive progression of providing par excellence Public Transport services. This academic work presents the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Keolis-MHI, operator of Dubai Metro and Tram, as a benchmark in customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The ICXS includes such essential factors as customer-focused design, service orientation, technology application, and interactive communication that prove Rта’s penchant for international quality. Leaders Speak The importance of this…
The first week of the ‘Economic Content Creators’ programme conducted under the umbrella of the Dubai Content Creators Initiative has been a successful one, teaching the content creators all the instruments and the tactics they might need in order to make the truly economic topics as popular as possible. The programme developed by the Dubai Press Club in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Economy aims at strengthening the capabilities of the relevant creators with the purpose of expanding the coverage of the economic topics both in terms of geography and influence. Acting Director of the Dubai Press Club Maryam…
Middle East aviation giant Air Arabia more than doubled in size today with the launch of direct Sharjah-Vienna flights as it increases its reach amid increased competition. The first flight was complimented by two ground breaking ceremonies; the first was conducted at the Sharjah International Airport while the second was held at the Vienna International Airport to re-enforce Saj airlines’ strategic cooperation between the UAE and Austria. The event was graced by such personalities as the Austrian Ambassador to the UAE, Dr. Etienne Berchtold, and other Air Arabia’s officials. Sharjah Airport Authority was represented by Ali Salim Al Midfa, the…
As 2024 draws to an end, everyone is anticipating the fancy Burj Khalifa New Year event. With the backdrop of the world’s tallest building, the 2010 theme – Beyond Dreams – offers a 1800 square meters performance in the sky that will last nine minutes include fire works, light show and laser show. Key Details for the Event The festivities kick off at 3:at 30 PM on Tuesday, December 31, featuring live performance and activities for children and families at Burj Park, Dubai Opera Garden, and Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. The main show starts at midnight featuring more than 15600…