Investing in Dubai: Investing in the future
Modern Dubai is considered to be one of the most desirable cities for starting a business and investing in the world. Today’s Dubai is the product of 20 years of intensive development. Prior to that, Dubai was only a small trading centre, whereas now it is the home of some of the largest man-made constructions [...]
Emaar appoints Yousif Al Ali as General Manager of The Dubai Mall
Emaar Properties has appointed Mr Yousif Al Ali, a UAE national, as General Manager of The Dubai Mall, the company’s flagship mall development within Downtown Burj Dubai. The first and only UAE national to achieve and hold Certified Shopping Centre Manager and Certified Marketing Director designations from the International Council of Shopping Centres (ICSC), Mr [...]
Dubai building to tower over rivals
The world appears to have a new tallest building — the Burj Dubai, a giant mixed-use tower in the United Arab Emirates — and there are signs that the skyscraper, its height still a closely guarded secret, will soar nearly half a mile or higher into the desert sky. The tower’s architects, Skidmore Owings & [...]
Mohammed opens Floating Bridge, Waterbus service
DUBAI — His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the Floating Bridge and the Waterbus service on Sunday evening. The two projects will help ease the traffic between Deira and Bur Dubai to a large extent. According to the officials of the [...]
Spain or France destinations of choice for UK citizens moving abroad
Spain or France are the destinations of choice for overseas property buyers moving abroad with many UK citizens wanting to take up residence in either of those two countries, according to new research from Bank of Scotland International. Spain was the clear choice for preferred living for under 25 year olds, with 7% saying this [...]