Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced an increase in its profit before tax by 29 per cent, amounting to AED 992.1 million for the first nine months of 2024, compared to AED 767.3 million for the same period of the previous year, whereas, net profit after tax amounted AED 902.5 million or the
In a statement marking the World Food Day, observed annually on October 16, Almheiri said that the pursuit of a food secure future centres around ensuring healthy food for all in strategic partnership with various countries and relevant international organisations primarily through philanthr
The UAE's two-week aid campaign for Lebanon, "UAE stands with Lebanon", has in the initial week collected over AED110 million worth of food and medical supplies, shelter equipment and other relief materials.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a 16.8 per cent growth in digital revenues for 2023, totaling AED 3.705 billion. The number of digital transactions reached 821 million, with a notable increase in smart app usage. RTA launched advanced features, including an AI-powered p
However, this initiative has sparked concern among privacy advocates and experts, who warn it could align Hong Kong's surveillance practices more closely with those of mainland China.
Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, met Zhang Xiaolun, a key member of China's National Political Committee, to discuss strategic initiatives and sign a significant MoU. The agreement, valued at AED 5 billion, focuses on enhancing investment in infrastructure and manufa
Customs officials at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi have seized over AED 100,000 from two passengers, Muntazir Mehdi and Mohammad Kashif, who were attempting to smuggle the cash out of Pakistan on a flight to Dubai, violating currency regulations
Additionally, the district has recorded a total of 314 cases between January to September 4. Of these 190 are male and 124 are female. Currently, there are 24 active cases in the district.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum remarked, "A few years ago, we set ambitious national economic goals, aiming for AED 4 trillion in foreign trade by 2031 - a goal that was seen as highly challenging at the time"
The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) spent AED84.3 million on aid programmes within the country during the first half of this year. This includes AED 6.7 million for monthly aid.
A joint team from the Criminal Investigation Department of Ras Al Khaimah Police and the Commercial Control and Protection Department of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in the emirate have seized 650,468 counterfeit items bearing international brand trademarks, with an estimated
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) completed financial settlements of 1,234 commercial, real estate, civil, and consumer disputes during the first half of 2024, amounting to AED44,039,415.