Dube has established himself as one of the most destructive middle-order batters in the IPL, scoring 350 runs at a 170-plus strike rate
Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, said the long-awaited decision to allow 100 per cent foreign ownership to onshore companies would bolster the UAE's image on the global investment map.
According to a top official, the country would experience a "significant growth" in international students pursuing their higher education here once the five- and 10-year residency visa scheme announced for students comes into effect. Specialists working in medicine, science, research and technical fields and their families are also eligible for the scheme.
Dr Warren Fox, chief of Higher Education at Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), said: "This decision will not just benefit the UAE economy but also enable greater opportunities for institutions and students."
University students Khaleej Times spoke to expressed relief over not having to renew their visas every year.
Major-General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director-General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai, said the reforms would help investors overcome obstacles they face. "The resolution reflects the government's role in providing an environment that encourages global investment."
Most economists expect an annual surge of up to 15-20 per cent in FDI flow once the investor-friendly reforms come into effect.
Analysts are waiting for further clarity on 10-year residency visa scheme for professionals - whether it is independent of local employers as in the case of 'permanent residency' status in Australia or 'green card' in the US.
Dube has established himself as one of the most destructive middle-order batters in the IPL, scoring 350 runs at a 170-plus strike rate
Fraser-McGurk has blasted 309 runs in seven matches for the Delhi Capitals at a strike-rate of 235.87
The mayor of Seoul also extended a cordial invitation to the RTA to participate in the upcoming Seoul Smart Life Week
The units are equipped to transform residences into golfing sanctuaries while eradicating the limitations of weather, seasonality and tee times
When the Paris opening ceremony begins on July 26, it will be the first time the city has played host for a century after previous editions in 1924 and 1900
This decision to invite players outside of the top 100 has precedents which is an interesting initiative to watch
Saudi Arabia's Abdullah Al-Qahtani meets Morocco's Taha Bendaoud in the main event
The airport will have a passenger capacity of 260 million per annum and fully absorb Dubai airport operations