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Just One Cornetto

The big news of the week was HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s endorsement of the US$ 400 million plan to build a 2.8 km waterway that will connect Business Bay with the sea at Jumeirah 2. Within two … Continue reading

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We’ve Only Just Begun

The impact of the eurozone debacle, slow worldwide growth and the fact that global banks are cutting back on lending are all reasons why this area is now facing a meltdown in bank lending. Staggering figures out this week have … Continue reading

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Diamonds are Forever

The UAE has ticked all the right boxes to claim regional bragging rights, by bettering all of its neighbours, in the recent World Economic Forum’s Global Enabling Trade Report 2012. On a worldwide comparison, it was ranked in terms of … Continue reading

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Here Comes the Sun

With temperatures edging towards the 40 degree mark, there is no doubt that summer is on its way and DEWA can look forward to increased revenues! As the mercury climbs and the days get longer, the authorities may even consider … Continue reading

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Happy Days are Still Here

The local economy has again been boosted by this week’s Gulfood Exhibition. With more than 80 countries represented and 3,800 exhibitors, the event is the biggest to date. Further good news for Dubai including its hotel sector. According to a … Continue reading

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