iPhone | iPad
Android
Huawei
With major changes in tax slabs and tax regimes, it is expected to be a budget that will positively impact the middle- and lower-income segments
KT APPDOWNLOAD
New platform to list out investment opportunities in UAE
The electronic platform will offer opportunities for investors in the targeted sectors by identifying the most prominent features of each
The UAE Cabinet meets at the Al Zorah nature reserve in Ajman on Sunday, December 4.
The UAE Cabinet has adopted an integrated platform that will serve as a guide for investing in various sectors in the country. The platform, which will be supervised by the Ministry of Economy, will highlight investment opportunities in financial technology, tourism, manufacturing and renewable energy, among others.
This came as His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, chaired a Cabinet meeting in Ajman’s Al Zorah Nature Reserve.
The platform will highlight the country’s capabilities in the targeted sectors by identifying the most prominent features of each. The electronic platform will offer opportunities for investors of all categories in agricultural technology, healthcare, education, communications and information technology, media and entertainment, e-commerce, space, logistics, medical tourism, creative industries, smart cities, and other strategic sectors.
New sustainability standards
The Cabinet also approved a federal building regulations policy. It defines sustainability standards for roads, buildings and houses, among others, Sheikh Mohammed tweeted. “The aim is to reduce the use of natural resources and our carbon footprint, and to enhance environmental sustainability standards for buildings in the UAE."
The regulations aim to reduce usage of natural resources by 15 per cent; carbon footprint by 5 per cent; energy needs on roads by 45 per cent; energy use in buildings and housing by 25 per cent; and water consumption by 16 per cent.
Healthy lifestyles
The Cabinet also approved a national policy to promote healthier lifestyles in the country. The aim is to create healthy environments that promote and protect the rights of all persons of all ages, and prevent diseases associated with unhealthy lifestyles. Authorities will boost the awareness of the community about the importance of adopting healthier lifestyles.
Additionally, a comprehensive smart health initiative announced during the Cabinet meeting will help authorities offer health services remotely. Controls and conditions will be established for smart medical advice and diagnosis; prescribing and dispensing medical products; conducting remote medical interventions; and remote medical follow-up and monitoring.
ALSO READ:
Landmarks to be cleaned up
The Cabinet also approved the launch of a campaign to clean up tourist landmarks and destinations in the UAE. The campaign will be implemented by the Ministries of Community Development, and Climate Change and Environment. It will run from December 5 to 15 and see participation from officials, ministers and work teams of federal and local authorities, in cooperation with the Emirates Environmental Group.
More news from UAE
The decree lists out the conditions, requirements a non-Muslim couple needs to meet before they can get married in the emirate
This celestial object is now at its nearest point to earth — those who have seen it describe it as a speck that shined at magnitude 6.5 with a dust tail
'Sultan of Space' will be on the International Space Station during the Holy Month and Eid this year
'Honoured to carry Sheikh Zayed's Ambition': UAE astronaut to bear founding father's legacy in space
Sultan Al Neyadi is now in his final weeks of training ahead of the historic 180-day mission
The ground team at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre is preparing some surprises to make the astronaut feel at home on the International Space Station
Two government officials spoke about how the future of Dubai would look with the vision of the emirate's beloved Ruler
Al Mansouri expressed his unwavering support for his colleague, revealing the challenges he might face during his time at the International Space Station and how to tackle them