The completion date for the GCC railway is set to be reviewed. That's according to experts at the MEED Mena Rail and Metro Summit, who will be meeting on October 15 to discuss whether or not the project can be completed by 2018 or if it needs to be postponed. The railway when complete, will connect all six GCC countries with the aim of providing alternative means of travel around the region.
UAE President arrives in Cyprus on official visit
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Cyprus on an official visit.
Rain hits parts of UAE: Dubai Police issues public safety SMS alerts
Several parts of the UAE have been hit with rainfall of varying intensities on Sunday morning, with the Dubai Police issuing public safety messages via SMS to urge residents to exercise caution.
Sheikh Mohammed honours Palestinian architect with 'Great Arab Minds' award
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has awarded Palestinian architect Dr Suad Amiry with the Great Arab Minds title for her work in preserving architectural heritage.
Dubai's new road link to reduce travel time from 20 minutes to five
The contract has been awarded for a project that will see the development of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Intersection with Al Awir Road and Al Manama Street to reduce travel time from 20 minutes to five.
