Mega-events like Dubai’s World Expo 2020 are set to push construction spending in the GCC to over AED 460 billion next year. That’s an increase of 11%, and a record-breaking number. Experts from investment bank Alpen Capital say the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, along with big projects like new skyscrapers, stadia, airports and museums are pushing the need for complex construction software. Their report comes as The Big Five building trade show opens in Dubai this week.
UAE President holds talks with US, Saudi Arabia leaders
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with US President Donald Trump and of Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in separate phone calls on Tuesday.
Dubai's Parkin begins roll out of AI curb-side parking cameras
Dubai parking operator Parkin has introduced on-street smart parking camera systems at three key locations in the city.
From Sweden to India, 10 nurses shortlisted for $250,000 global award
India's Hindumbi Kourom Kakkada and Sweden's Dr. Aidah Alkaissi are among 10 finalists from across the world who have been shortlisted for the $250,000 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award.
UAE, Kuwaiti Foreign Ministers discuss foiled infiltration operation by Iran's IRGC
Foreign ministers of the UAE and Kuwait have discussed the need to strengthen regional cooperation after an infiltration operation in Bubiyan Island by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was foiled.
