Dubai International has broken its own passenger record with 7.2 million travelers passing through its terminals in August. That’s almost a 10% increase on the same month last year. The facility, which is now into its 55th year of operation, is now the number one hub for international passengers. The Indian subcontinent topped the list of regions with highest growth in passenger numbers, followed by Western Europe and the GCC.
FTA applies AED 2.9bln VAT refund for 35,000 UAE Nationals
The FTA announced that the cumulative total of approved applications by UAE nationals who received VAT-refunds for the expenses they have incurred for the construction of their newly built residences reached 34,900 applications valued at AED 2.9 billion.
UAE President receives Ras Al Khaimah ruler
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.
UAE condemns targeting of Saudi Hospital in Sudan
The United Arab Emirates has condemned the targeting of the Saudi hospital in El Fasher in western Sudan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people, denouncing it as a blatant violation of international humanitarian law.
UAE leaders congratulate Indian President on Republic Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Droupadi Murmu of India on the occasion of her country's Republic Day.
