Qatar plans Harrods hotels in Malaysia, Paris
Qatar to set up Hotel Company to make Harrods brand global; Will build hotels in Kuala Lumpur, New York, Paris, China; About $634 mln to be spent on Kuala Lumpur development
July 3, 2012 5:26
Halal slaughter becomes political issue in France
A TV documentary on slaughterhouses around Paris switching entirely to halal methods has stirred a political storm in France.
February 21, 2012 4:56
Al Habtoor visit France to discuss politics, investments in UAE
Khalaf Al Habtoor discusses French investments in the UAE and the political situation in the region while in Paris
February 12, 2012 2:51Rights Groups call out Sorbonne on UAE trial
Human Rights Watch urges Sorbonne University to break its silence about the trial of a lecturer at its Abu Dhabi branch, facing trial for insulting UAE leaders through his calls for democratic reform.
October 15, 2011 4:25France hails Syria Council, develops contacts
France welcomes formation of Syrian National Council; Paris says developing contacts with Syrian opposition; Secular Syrian opposition to meet in Paris at weekend
September 17, 2011 3:31
Metro laws are fine with us
Officials have been issuing more fines on the Dubai Metro lately, though passengers can’t make sense of them. But Kipp doesn’t mind.
June 3, 2010 4:01World Bank supports Lebanon’s economic reforms with $500 million
Financial support targets the effects of the economic crisis on the MENA region, says World Bank VP.
May 20, 2010 10:13
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26