Iran trims petrol ration, first step in subsidy cut
Gasoline subsidy is politically sensitive; Cuts delayed for last three months; Comes amid sanctions on gasoline imports, pollution fear.
December 18, 2010 3:14UAE, UK and Germany ‘refuse fuel to Iran jets’
Airports cut off supply in line with new sanctions.
July 5, 2010 3:01
Arabtec workers: strike will continue
Employees say no promises for higher wages have yet been made.
May 21, 2013 11:57
Kuwait: expats sent packing
The state plans to get tough and reduce the number of foreign residents.
May 20, 2013 5:05
Dubai Labourers on 'rare' labour protest
Two Arabtec employees who asked not to be identified said several thousand workers engaged on various projects did not report for duty on Sunday.
May 20, 2013 9:33
A maid's wage
An FNC member to argue that minimum wages are 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43