Priya Walia

Priya is a seasoned journalist who loves to watch documentaries and dote on her furry friends. Her work has been featured in notable publications, reflecting her profound interest in business, technology, and politics. Beyond her journalistic pursuits, she enjoys reading literature moments away from covering stories.

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Dubai Ruler Approves Dubai Taxi's Shift To Public Joint Stock Company, Greenlights IPO

Under Law No. (21) of 2023, Dubai Taxi gains financial and administrative independence, operating as a public joint-stock company for a renewable 99-year duration.

Nov 13, 2023

Dubai was the world's busiest airport for international passengers before the Covid-19 pandemic

Dubai Airshow 2023 Opens, Boasts Lineup Of More Than 1,400 Exhibitors And 300 International Speakers

The Dubai Airshow 2023 promises to be an extraordinary event, bringing together industry trailblazers and innovators to redefine the future of the aerospace industry.

Nov 13, 2023

UAE flag flies over a boat at Dubai Marina

Dubai Economic Agenda: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammеd Doubles Down on Industrial Growth, Agricultural Tech

Thе agеnda, a brainchild of Shеikh Mohammеd bin Rashid Al Maktoum, еnvisions positioning Dubai among thе world's top thrее citiеs by 2033.

Nov 10, 2023

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Opens Up About AI's Significance In UAE's Digital Growth

Satya Nadella was UAE's capital city of Abu Dhabi to attend Microsoft's "AI: A Nеw Era" еvеnt.

Nov 06, 2023

Dubai-Based Blue Carbon Signs Major Carbon Credit Collaboration with Kenya

The collaboration's main purpose includes the creation of essential climate funding, the advancement of initiatives for climate change mitigation and adaptation, the promotion of sustainable development and the provision of substantial support to local communities.

Nov 06, 2023

UAE Announces Dh50 Million Aid For Syrians Impacted By Earthquake

Rescue teams from the UAE have been sent to the earthquake-affected areas in Turkey and Syria.

Feb 07, 2023

In the UAE's financial hub Dubai, Emirati unemployment rose from 2.5 percent in 2012 to 4.2 percent in 2019, according to the Dubai Statistics Center

UAE Announces New Family Law For Non-Muslim Residents

All seven emirates--Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah--will now be covered by the personal status laws.

Feb 02, 2023

saudi arabia send relief material for borno

Saudi Arabia Sends Relief Material For Terrorism Victims In Nigeria

The Guardian reported that Saudi authorities provided food donations to insurgency victims in Borno state, Nigeria, through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid Relief Centre (KSrelief).

Jan 06, 2023

Solar panels sit on the roof of a building in the Hong Kong Electric Lamma island power plant

Dubai's AMEA Power Bags 120MW Solar Project In South Africa

UAE isn't the only one with its eye on renewable energy opportunities in Africa as neighboring Saudi Arabia is also looking to enhance its presence in the continent.

Dec 16, 2022