| Kuwait-Egypt committee marks deep cooperation, enduring accord
Kuwait and Egypt are tied with deep-rooted historical relations at both official and unofficial levels, marking a model for pan-Arab relations. Based on deep cooperation and continued rapprochement in various domains over decades, both countries have always been sharing support and solidarity during all Arab events. |
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| Ministry of Information, National Cybersecurity Center ink agreement
The Ministry of Information and the National Cybersecurity Center signed on Tuesday a cooperation agreement in the field of cybersecurity, training, and media cooperation. |
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| Saudi telecom firm Mobily signs 6-year deal to boost operational efficiency
Saudi Arabia’s telecommunication company, Mobily, is set to enhance its operational efficiency with a new six-year contract, which represents over 5 percent of its total revenues for 2023. |
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| GCC, Indonesia begin free trade agreement negotiations
The Gulf Cooperation Council and Indonesia are set to begin the first round of negotiations for a free trade agreement in Jakarta, the Saudi Press Agency reported. |
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| Saudi Arabia signs MoU with Italian defense company Elettronica
The Ministry of Investment and the General Authority for Military Industries have signed a memorandum of understanding with Italian defense firm Elettronica, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Saudi Arabia arrests 22,021 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 22,021 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Is VPN banned in UAE? Rules, fines, what you need to know
Question: Can you explain the rules around using VPNs (virtual private networks) in the UAE? Are they legal? If yes, is there a list of VPNs that are to be used? |
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| UAE: Can employers ask employees to do different work without consent?
I work in a mainland company in Dubai and was hired to do a particular job. However, my company asked me to upskill and perform something entirely different. Is this legal? If not, can I file a case against the company? |
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| Kuwait, Hungary ink cybersecurity deal
The State of Kuwait and Hungary on Thursday signed a number of accords for cooperation in various fields namely cybersecurity. The agreements were inked during a meeting that grouped the Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya and his visiting Hungarian counterpart, who is also the Minister of Commercial Affairs, Peter Szijjarto, at the ministry headquarters. |
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| PAAET, Scientific Center ink deal to provide jobs for grads
The Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET) signed on Thursday a memorandum of understanding with the Scientific Center to enhance cooperation between the two sides in the scientific and knowledge fields. |
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| Annual leave in UAE: How many days you can take, carry forward; all you need to know
I work for a mainland company and I'm curious about the rules regarding annual leave. Is there a requirement that a certain number of leave days must be used each year? If I don't use all my leave, will the remaining days expire, or can they be converted into payment? Could you explain how annual leave works and what the regulations are? |
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| Lost passport, credit card default, illness: How these UAE residents turned overstayers
As the UAE began its two-month amnesty programme, many illegal residents rushed to rectify their visa status. The campaign came as a sigh of relief for them amidst difficult circumstances. But how did they find themselves in such a challenging situation? |
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| Adnoc to acquire 35% stake to Exxon’s Texas facility
Adnoc is set to acquire a 35 per cent equity stake in ExxonMobil’s proposed low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia production facility in Baytown, Texas. |
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| Tawuniya signs raft of deals at 24 Fintech as CEO unveils strategic vision for digital era
Saudi insurance company Tawuniya signed a host of new agreements at the 24 Fintech conference in Riyadh as its CEO revealed the firm is looking to make more investments. |
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| Kuwait, UAE boost bilateral ties
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan received Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya on Monday, where the Kuwaiti diplomat conveyed greetings from HH the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah to the Emirati president and the brotherly Emirati people for more progress and prosperity. |
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| Virgin Atlantic to launch daily Riyadh-London route in March 2025
UK carrier Virgin Atlantic is set to introduce a direct flight between Riyadh and London starting March 2025, following a new agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Program. |
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| Kuwait, UAE hold official talks, sign several MoUs
Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates held on Monday the fifth session of the joint supreme committee between the two countries in the Emirati capital, Abu Dhabi. |
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| Revamped Saudi investment law to boost non-oil revenues, attract foreign investors
Saudi Arabia’s recent move to update its investment law is set to have a major impact on non-oil revenues and attract foreign investment by aligning with international best practices. |
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| Qatar issues new law to localize private sector jobs
Qatar has issued a new law to nationalize private sector employment and ensure job security for its nationals, the Qatar News Agency reported. |
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| Saudi Arabia reconstitutes Shura Council, Council of Senior Scholars: Royal Decree
King Salman issued two royal decrees on Monday that reconstitute the Kingdom’s Council of Senior Religious Scholars and the Shura Council, the Saudi state news agency SPA announced. |
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| ACWA Power secures $2.6bn financing for 3 Saudi solar projects
Saudi utility developer ACWA Power has signed financing agreements valued at SR9.7 billion ($2.58 billion) with a consortium of banks to develop three large-scale solar projects in the Kingdom. |
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| Dubai: How buyer can recover funds over delayed property handover
I am about to invest in an off-plan property in Dubai, with the handover of my unit scheduled for 2028, according to the sale agreement. What will happen if the developer delays the handover? Am I entitled to compensation, and if so, when would I receive it? |
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| Riyadh Air teams up with noon payments to enhance digital transactions
Passengers on Riyadh Air will benefit from a more seamless digital transaction experience as the soon-to-be-operational Saudi carrier has partnered with noon payments. |
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| Reforms to Saudi legal sector set to attract foreign law firms to the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia is on the brink of a transformative policy shift that would permit licensed foreign law firms to establish companies fully owned by non-Saudis. |
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| FTA renews its calls for Resident Juridical Persons
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has renewed its calls for Resident Juridical Persons with Licences issued in June, irrespective of the year of issuance, to promptly submit their Corporate Tax registration application no later than 31 August 2024, in order to avoid Administrative Penalties. |
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| Saudi investment law change opens doors for US firms, says business council chief
US-based artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and renewable energy firms are among those set to benefit from changes to Saudi Arabia’s foreign investment rules, according to a business council chief. |
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| Saudi Cabinet approves key agreements with UK, Malaysia and Jordan
A number of key agreements signed with the UK, Malaysia, and Jordan received approval from the Saudi Cabinet, as Saudi Arabia strengthens its international partnerships under Vision 2030. |
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| Riyadh Air partners with FIFA’s Concacaf as official airline
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air has secured a multi-year agreement to become the official airline partner of Concacaf, the FIFA Confederation for North, Central America, and the Caribbean. |
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| UAE: Domestic workers, employers can now resolve disputes faster under new law
Disputes between domestic workers and their employers can be resolved faster under new regulations introduced by the Ministry Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre). |
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| Saudi Arabia to sign real estate deals with US during minister’s visit
Multiple US-Saudi real estate agreements are set to be signed during a five-day visit by a leading official from the Kingdom to the North American country. |
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| Red Sea signs deal with Italian firm to build staff camp for Tojena Dam project
The Trojena Dam project in NEOM is set to advance as Red Sea International Co.has secured a SR658 million ($175 million) contract with the Italian construction and civil engineering firm Webuild SpA. |
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| Saudi Arabia arrests 19,989 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 19,989 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Kuwait, Uzbekistan eye MoU to foster trade and investment cooperation
Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday received an economic delegation from the Republic of Uzbekistan, led by Uzbekistanís Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov. |
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| Dubai: Is it legal for landlords to ask tenants to pay service, Rera fees at every lease renewal?
I've been living in a Dubai apartment for the last three years. When I first moved in, the real estate company charged me a fee, but now they're charging me a Dh1,000 'service fee' and a Dh200 Rera fee each time I renew my tenancy contract. I just received the renewal notice last week, and those charges are listed again. Is this even allowed? Is this legal? |
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| Saudi Cabinet approves new investment law
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Cabinet announced on Sunday approval of updated investment law in alignment with the 2030 vision and the National Investment Strategy. |
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| New UAE law amends rules on domestic worker disputes
New regulations will apply on disputes that involve domestic workers, their employers, and recruitment companies, UAE authorities announced on Tuesday. |
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| Dubai: What should employees do if employers fail to pay commission regularly?
I work as a salesman at a mainland company in Dubai. My offer letter mentions a monthly salary, benefits, and commissions for exceeding my target. While my salary is paid on time, my commissions are not. I receive the commissions in certain months sometimes, but not always. Is there a legal way to handle this? |
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| ACWA Power signs deal for Indonesia’s first floating solar PV project
Saudi-listed ACWA Power has signed a power purchase agreement with Indonesia’s state-owned PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara for its inaugural floating solar photovoltaic project in the country. |
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| Up to Dh1-million fine: UAE labour law changes crack down on fake Emiratisation
A new amendment introduced to the UAE labour law specifies heftier penalties for fake Emiratisation, a legal expert has said. Announced earlier this week, the law specifies fines ranging from Dh100,000 to Dh1 million for "fraudulent labour acts". |
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| Saudi EXIM Bank secures $10m credit line with Mauritania to boost non-oil exports
A $10 million credit line agreement was signed between Saudi EXIM Bank and Mauritania Investment Bank aims to enhance the Kingdom’s non-oil exports to the African nation and strengthen bilateral trade relations. |
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| Up to Dh1 million fine: UAE issues new law to regulate employee relationships
The UAE Government announced fines ranging up to Dh1 million on Monday after a Federal Decree-Law was issued, amending specific provisions of the Federal Decree-Law on the Regulation of Employment Relationships. |
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| UAE: Can bank customers recover money lost in unauthorised card transactions?
My credit card was recently used for unauthorised purchases, and I had it blocked. I spoked with my bank, however, they suggested that I might have entered my card details on a fraudulent website. |
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| Kingdom arrests 20,471 illegals in one week
Saudi authorities arrested 20,471 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. |
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| Dubai: How can buyer ensure that seller moves out on agreed date?
Question: I am planning to purchase a property in Dubai directly from the owner, who has promised to vacate the unit by the end of the year. |
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| Kuwait and Bahrain ink executive program for tourism cooperation
In a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations and fostering the tourism sector, Kuwait and Bahrain signed the executive program of the tourism cooperation agreement for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026. |
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| Changes to Saudi labor law set to increase job stability, protect workers’ rights
Recent amendments to several labor law articles will create a more attractive work environment for employees and promote sustainable development, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development said. |
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| Kuwait, Saudi boost security cooperation
Kuwait’s Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, Lieutenant General Sheikh Salem Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, discussed with Saudi counterpart Dr Khaled Al-Battal on Tuesday, enhancing the existing security cooperation between the two ministries. In a statement, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior said that this came during a meeting between the two officials. |
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| Saudi approves MoU on SPA and KUNA news exchange
The Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia gave thumbs up Tuesday for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on news exchange between the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) and the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA). |
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| Up to Dh200,000 fine in UAE: How employees can file case against employer for unfair practices
I work for a mainland company in the UAE and I am planning to file a labour case against my employer for unfair practices. Can you walk me through the procedure and process on how it works? |
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| Ministry of Finance and KNET ink e-payment services deal
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Finance on Monday signed a three-year contract for electronic payment services with the Joint Automated Banking Services Company (KNET) to create a safe financial environment for collecting government service fees electronically. |