VAT increase applicable of all goods and services
Abu Dhabi: Saudi Arabia’s decision to raise the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 15 per cent was enforced on Wednesday on all goods and services subject to it in markets across the...
Authorities have replied to residents’ queries on new rules of entry into Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Following the opening of Abu Dhabi’s borders earlier this week, authorities have now responded to the large influx of queries posed by concerned residents.
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The e-litigation service was one among many digital services launched by the ministry
Abu Dhabi: Saudi Arabia’s e-litigation has grown exponentially with Saudi courts holding over 4,000 hearing sessions in a single day, according to latest figures issued by the...
A number of stringent measures are in place to stop the proliferation of coronavirus
Mask-wearing pupils catching up with friends at one Bangkok high school were quickly told to spread out as they headed back to lessons on Wednesday after...
Most businesses in Manila have been allowed to reopen but in a limited capacity
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte during a meeting with the Inter-Agency Task Force on the Emerging Infectious Diseases at the Malacanang presidential palace compound in Manila.Image Credit:...
IMF projects Asia’s economic output in 2022 to be about 5% lower
Flight crew members wearing face masks walk through the international arrivals area at Beijing Capital International Airport in Beijing. Asia’s loss of economic output due to the deadly...
Major infrastructure works are done and there will be less strain on public services
Workers voluntarily leaving the Gulf states due to the coronavirus pandemic is good for these economies.Image Credit: GN Archive
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Whatever be a business’s cost priorities, this investment must not suffer
Institutions that do not constitute a committee, a working group, a department or even an employee dedicated to R&D lack key advantages.Image Credit: Pixabay
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Saudi Arabia facilitates money transfer abroad
A Saudi woman shows Saudi riyal banknotes at a money exchange shop, in Riyadh. Photo for illustrative purposes.Image Credit: Reuters
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Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce has addressed the problems facing companies and institutions in...
Premiums set to rise for businesses, and covering against pandemic is not the only risk
Insurers will be shelling out $107 billion on claims related to the COVID-19 – but it’s unlikely that the payouts will end with that.Image Credit:
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Filipino pop star Carmelle triumphed at the debut Eurovision Asia held in Bangkok, securing the top spot with her song “Sobra‑Sobra”. The event featured 11 nations and drew enthusiastic crowds despite a modest live audience.
The Saudi Interior Ministry announced that two citizens, Fadel bin Hassan bin Abdullah Al Safwani and Jawad bin Abdullah bin Ali Khurairis, were executed after their terrorism convictions were upheld. The ministry warned that severe measures will persist against anyone endangering public security.
Business leaders and experts say the Gulf Railway will streamline logistics across the GCC, handling millions of passengers and 200 million tonnes of cargo annually. The network connects Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Oman.
Transport and postal deputy minister Fatima Abdullah Al-Dhaen explains the strategic benefits of the Gulf Railway. The rail line is set to enhance connectivity, logistics efficiency and private sector involvement.
India’s U‑19 side chased down 338 runs against Pakistan, winning by a single wicket on the final ball in Oman. Legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag lauded the performance, highlighting standout contributions from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani.
