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The United Arab Emirates on Thursday recorded 1,255 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 181,405. — WAM photo
UAE reports 1,255 new cases as COVID-19 surge continues
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates on Thursday recorded 1,255 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 181,405, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health carried by WAM.The ministry also announced four more deaths from complications caused by COVID-19, taking the country's death toll to 602.The new patients, all of whom are in a stable condition, and are receiving the necessary care, were detected after the ministry conducted 149,798 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment, according to the ministry.In the statement, the ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of...
December 10, 2020

UAE reports 1,255 new cases as COVID-19 surge continues

The International Defense Exhibition, IDEX 2021, organized by the United Arab Emirates will see the participation of five new countries — Israel, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Portugal, and Azerbaijan — for the first time in the history of the exhibition. — Courtesy photo
5 new countries including Israel to particpiate in UAE's defense expo
ABU DHABI — The International Defense Exhibition, IDEX 2021, organized by the United Arab Emirates will see the participation of five new countries — Israel, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Portugal, and Azerbaijan — for the first time in the history of the exhibition.These additions have increased the number of countries taking part in IDEX to over 60 nations, with 1,300 defense companies due to take part.Such participation demonstrates Abu Dhabi’s international position and its ability to attract a wide range of nations to participate in one of the globally leading events in the defense sector in spite of the ongoing conditions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.The exhibition will be held from Feb. 21–25 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, with the International Defense...
December 09, 2020

5 new countries including Israel to particpiate in UAE's defense expo

Ruler of Sharjah Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, who is also a member of the UAE's Supreme Council, on Wednesday, inaugurated the
Sharjah ruler opens new cultural landmark
SHARJAH — Ruler of Sharjah Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, who is also a member of the UAE's Supreme Council, on Wednesday, inaugurated the "House of Wisdom", a new cultural edifice and an iconic architectural marvel situated near the University City of Sharjah, which celebrates the emirate’s year-long tenure as UNESCO World Book Capital 2019. Reimagined as a library of the 21st century, the newly opened House of Wisdom, HoW, is inspired by modern architecture comprising 15 lobbies and halls spread across two stories. Set on an elevated platform spanning 12,000 square meters, Sharjah’s House of Wisdom has been designed as an immersive space for learning, sharing, creating, and accessing knowledge. Key spaces bathed in natural light include an expansive lobby,...
December 09, 2020

Sharjah ruler opens new cultural landmark

Kuwait has stopped granting residency permits to expatriates for more than a year as the country’s economy reels from the coronavirus pandemic and low-oil prices. — KUNA photo
Kuwait to issue only 1-year residency permits for expats
Saudi Gazette reportKUWAIT CITY — Kuwait has stopped granting residency permits to expatriates for more than a year as the country’s economy reels from the coronavirus pandemic and low-oil prices.According to reports carried by local newspapers, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has decided to issue one-year residency permits for expatriates instead of two years or more.The decision also impacts expat wives of Kuwaitis, children of Kuwaiti women, expat mothers, wives, and children of expats.According to the reports citing official sources at the ministry, the reason expats will require yearly renewal for residency permits is due to the repercussions coronavirus has had on many businesses. Additionally, granting residency permits to expats for more than a year requires medical...
December 09, 2020

Kuwait to issue only 1-year residency permits for expats

The Judicial Department in Abu Dhabi has adopted English as a second language in a number of its commercial court procedures. — WAM photo
Commercial courts in Abu Dhabi adopt English as second language
ABU DHABI — The Judicial Department in Abu Dhabi has adopted English as a second language in a number of its commercial court procedures. Twenty-five new forms in both English and Arabic, including a template for settlement/reconciliation agreements between disputing parties and minutes of the session, will be made available, namely within the conciliation, case management, and expert divisions. Yousef Saeed Al Abri, the undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, said that ADJD has begun the process of adapting bilingual litigation in November 2018 in order to facilitate access to the justice system by removing the language barrier for non-Arabic speakers and simplify procedures for more transparent litigation. He added that the new forms are paperless and support the remote...
December 09, 2020

Commercial courts in Abu Dhabi adopt English as second language

The United Arab Emirates on Wednesday recorded 1,313 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 180,150. — WAM photo
Single-day COVID-19 cases in UAE top 1,300 once again
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates on Wednesday recorded 1,313 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 180,150, according to a statement from the Ministry of Health carried by WAM.The ministry also announced two more deaths from complications caused by COVID-19, taking the country's death toll to 598.The new patients, all of whom are in a stable condition, and are receiving the necessary care, were detected after the ministry conducted 149,798 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment, according to the ministry.In the statement, the ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of...
December 09, 2020

Single-day COVID-19 cases in UAE top 1,300 once again

 Israel will receive an initial shipment of Pfizer Inc coronavirus vaccines on Wednesday.
Israel to receive initial shipment of Pfizer coronavirus vaccine
JERUSALEM — Israel will receive an initial shipment of Pfizer Inc coronavirus vaccines on Wednesday Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said, a day earlier than first announced.Pfizer and its partner BioNTech last month agreed to provide Israel with 8 million doses of the vaccine, which Britain became the first country to administer on Tuesday.The prime minister's office said in a statement Netanyahu would be at Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion airport when a plane carrying the first shipment of the vaccine lands later on Wednesday.Israeli Intelligence Minister Eli Cohen said earlier this week a first batch of vaccines would arrive in Israel on Thursday to be administered on the elderly and other high-risk populations.Israeli media reported Wednesday's shipment would be small...
December 09, 2020

Israel to receive initial shipment of Pfizer coronavirus vaccine

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee for the COVID-19 Pandemic has announced that it has started working with all concerned and relevant authorities to fully resume economic, tourism, cultural and entertainment activities in the emirate within two weeks.
Abu Dhabi to resume all activities within two weeks
ABU DHABI — The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee for the COVID-19 Pandemic has announced that it has started working with all concerned and relevant authorities to fully resume economic, tourism, cultural and entertainment activities in the emirate within two weeks.This decision comes after the success of efforts made to maintain a low percentage of confirmed cases per total tests conducted in the emirate.The committee said it would work with the authorities to review and enhance the precautionary and preventive measures currently in place to protect all members of the community and its visitors and preserve the health gains achieved so far.The committee and its partners will continue all efforts to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, which includes active...
December 09, 2020

Abu Dhabi to resume all activities within two weeks

The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has announced the official registration of Beijing Institute of Biological Product’s inactivated COVID-19 vaccine in a major step towards combating the global pandemic. — courtesy Xinhua
Sinopharm’s vaccine displays 86 percent efficacy: UAE
ABU DHABI — The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has announced the official registration of Beijing Institute of Biological Product’s inactivated COVID-19 vaccine in a major step towards combating the global pandemic.The registration of this vaccine is a decision in response to the application from Sinopharm CNBG. The announcement is a significant vote of confidence by the UAE’s health authorities in the safety and efficacy of this vaccine.MOHAP, in collaboration with Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) has reviewed Sinopharm CNBG’s interim analysis of the phase III trials, which shows Beijing Institute of Biological Product’s inactivated vaccine to have 86 percent efficacy against COVID-19 infection.The analysis also shows the vaccine to have 99 percent...
December 09, 2020

Sinopharm’s vaccine displays 86 percent efficacy: UAE

A campaign has been launched to clamp down on commercial cover-ups in Bahrain. — Courtesy photo
Bahrain cracks down on commercial cover-ups
MANAMA — A campaign has been launched to clamp down on commercial cover-ups in Bahrain. The drive followed the directives of the executive committee chaired by Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, who is also the country's prime minister, to promote fair competition and launch projects to create rewarding opportunities for citizens. Bahrain's Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism is carrying out the joint campaign in coordination with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI). Bahrain's Industry, Commerce, and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al-Zayani stressed the necessity of combating commercial cover-up to curb its detrimental impact and protect the national economy. “Allowing non-Bahrainis to practice a commercial activity that is...
December 08, 2020

Bahrain cracks down on commercial cover-ups

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