Dubai may use sovereign fund to repay debt
Dubai could use the $3.8 billion raised by its sovereign wealth fund to pay for its debts, as Dubai entities still have about $10 billion due next year.
December 6, 2011 3:46Fundamentals in place for UAE MSCI upgrade
The UAE has the fundamentals in place to achieve an upgrade from index provider MSCI to emerging market status, the chief executive officer of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority said on Wednesday.
November 24, 2011 1:55Dubai support less likely for JAFZA’s $2 billion Islamic bond
Potential government support for Dubai World unit Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) to meet its $2.04 billion Islamic bond maturity next year is less likely due to a more complex legal structure, a Standard & Poor's' analyst said on Thursday.
November 17, 2011 3:32
UAE lawyers shouldn’t be shaking in their boots
Common law courts have increased jurisdiction, which may take away some business to Emirati lawyers. But Precious de Leon thinks they should look to Wal*Mart victims for inspiration.
November 9, 2011 3:56
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
BurgerFuel rockets its way across Dubai
Gourmet burger chain expanding in the world's second most significant retail environment.
May 23, 2013 1:17
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24