Space X to launch UAE’s Yahsat satellites in 2027 and 2028
The UAE’s largest satellite provider, the Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) has reached an agreement with the American Space X to launch its two geostationary satellites Al Yah 4 (“AY4”) and Al Yah 5 (“AY5”). The deal will see the state-of-the-art communications satellites launched onboard the Space X Falcon 9 rocket in the year […]
UAE ranks ninth among world’s most popular tourist destinations
The UAE has ranked ninth globally among the most popular tourist destinations over the past 12 months, according to the latest “Travel Trends 2024” report issued by the Mastercard Institute for Economics. The report highlights Dubai’s strong performance, ranking fourth globally among destinations experiencing significant growth in travel demand during the current summer season (June […]
With the opening of its Cape Town office, TRENDS outlines South Africa research tour
TRENDS Research and Advisory held a preparatory coordination meeting to discuss the final arrangements for the scientific research tour that it will undertake in South Africa from July 15 to 20. The tour will include the official launch of the Cape Town office, a global round table, research dialogues, academic partnerships, and celebrating the […]
Ahmed bin Saeed issues directive updating Dubai Demand Side Management Strategy 2050
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, has issued Directive No. 1 of 2024 to update the Dubai Demand Side Management Strategy 2050 (DSM Strategy 2050). The move is in line with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, […]
UAE President congratulates Indonesian President-elect on successful surgery
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call today with His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, Indonesian president-elect and Defence Minister, to congratulate him on the success of his recent surgery. His Highness wished him a swift recovery. His Excellency Prabowo Subianto expressed his appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed […]