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Source: Paperworld Middle East | Sep 13, 2021

Dubai becomes gateway for African multi-billion-dollar stationery imports

Paperworld Middle East to attract African buyers as continent’s stationery market forecast to reach US $5 billion by 2027

Dubai has emerged as a key export gateway for stationery goods which are in spiralling demand throughout Africa, according to a new report by market information advisory 6Wresearch. Its Africa Stationery Market report forecasts the continent’s stationery consumption will reach a value of US $5.04 billion by 2027, growing at…

Source: Africa Oil Week | Sep 07, 2021

Dubai Eases Travel Restrictions Ahead of Africa Oil Week in November 2021

AOW is gearing up to welcome some 45 ministers and government leaders representing 66% of African governments

Dubai is now among only a small proportion of locations in the world for which there are no current travel restrictions. Following a decision by the UAE Government and Dubai Tourism, travellers from all countries are now welcome to enter Dubai. All they need to hold is a negative COVID-19…

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- UAE Golden Jubilee: Sketch Portrait of UAE's Founding Father Sheikh Zayed Covers Pleasures Magazine Sept/Oct 2021 Issue
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Source: Pleasures Magazine | Sep 07, 2021

UAE Golden Jubilee: Sketch Portrait of UAE's Founding Father Sheikh Zayed Covers Pleasures Magazine Sept/Oct 2021 Issue

Pleasures Magazine is a bi-monthly luxury magazine with offices in Dubai, London and New York

This year marks the 50th founding anniversary of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). To celebrate this golden jubilee, the President of the country, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, declared 2021 as the ‘Year of the 50th’. Celebrating the year of the 50th The “Year of the 50th” as declared…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Sep 01, 2021

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) holds farewell ceremony for Ambassadors of Mali, Spain

The two diplomats highlighted the most important achievements accomplished between their respective countries and the UAE in all domains

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) held a farewell ceremony at the Emirates Palace Hotel for Boukary Sidibe, Ambassador of Mali to the UAE, and Antonio Álvarez Barthe, Ambassador of Spain to the UAE, to commemorate the end of their terms as ambassadors of their countries. At…

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- Wari partners with TBLDC to ease visa processes for the United Arab Emirates (1)
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Source: Wari Group | Aug 31, 2021

Wari partners with TBLDC to ease visa processes for the United Arab Emirates

The platform will enable clients in Africa to conveniently manage the visa application process and pay in their local currency

Wari (www.Wari.com/), a global platform offering digital financial services, has announced a partnership with TBLDC to provide a more effective visa process for African travellers intending to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE). TBLDC clients in Africa will benefit from Wari's highly secure network to access low-cost visa process payment…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Aug 26, 2021

'We are keen to learn from UAE’s economic model', says Minister of Foreign Affairs of Democratic Republic of Congo

He made this statement during his meeting with Humaid Mohammed bin Salem, Secretary-General of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry

Christophe Lutumdula Apala Pen’Apala, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), highlighted his country’s keenness to learn from the UAE’s economic model, by exchanging knowledge and technical expertise in all areas, most notably in the economy, commerce and administration. He made this…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Aug 23, 2021

UAE, Mozambique explore boosting maritime cooperation

The UAE Ambassador welcomed the participation of the Mozambique's Sea, Inland Waters, and Fisheries Ministry in Expo 2020 Dubai

Khalid Ibrahim Abdul Aziz Shuhail Al Qahtani, UAE Ambassador to Mozambique, recently met with Augusta de Fátima Charifo Maita, Minister of the Sea, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of Mozambique, where they discussed topics of common concern. During the meeting, which was held at the ministry's premises, Al Qahtani highlighted the…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Aug 16, 2021

UAE, Egypt conclude 'Zayed 3' military exercise

The exercise highlighted the professionalism of UAE and Egyptian air forces, as well as their high level of coordination

The joint military exercise between the UAE and Egypt, entitled 'Zayed 3', concluded on Saturday, 14th August. The multi-day exercise, which took place in the UAE with the participation of Emirati and Egyptian Air Forces, involved lectures and practical training aimed at enhancing their abilities and coordination in operating joint…

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- Dubai Based Emirates to Fly Both Regional and International Delegates to African Energy Week in Cape Town
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Source: African Energy Chamber | Aug 13, 2021

Dubai Based Emirates to Fly Both Regional and International Delegates to African Energy Week in Cape Town

With the airline increasing flights to South Africa and adding three linked flights to Cape Town, Emirates will be a top mode of transport for delegates travelling to African Energy Week in Cape Town.

The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) largest airline, Emirates, has announced that it will resume its flights to South Africa after several months of inactivity due to travel restrictions. The move comes in accordance with the UAE’s easing of travel regarding 12 countries and is expected to accelerate travel and tourism…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Aug 04, 2021

Coronavirus - Tunisia: UAE sends 47 metric tonnes of medical supplies to Tunisia

Last July, the UAE sent 500,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to Tunisia, and in November 2020, it sent approximately 11 metric tonnes of medical supplies and equipment

The UAE dispatched two cargo planes, which arrived in Tunisia on Wednesday, carrying 47 metric tonnes of medical supplies, including a number of respirators and oxygen cylinders, in support of Tunisia's drive to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Rashid Mohammed Al Mansouri, UAE Ambassador to Tunisia, said that the UAE is…