Daily Archives: March 11, 2025

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Supporting policy decisionmakers and building future-shaping governance systems

Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government co-edits and authors book on ‘Anticipatory Governance’ as a guide to shape policies for a responsible future

  • HE Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri: “Proactivity is a key pillar for the visionary leadership of the UAE, and the book presents a knowledge-rich reference that inspires decisionmakers to build a more sustainable and proactive future.”
  • The book was edited by a distinguished group of academics and global experts in governance, including Prof. Melodena Stephens, Professor at MBRSG.
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Technologies

Yango Oman Partners with Zumr to Provide Drivers with A Financial Relief Program

March 11, 2025: Yango Oman, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with Zumr, a leading fintech platform, to offer its partner drivers access to interest-free, short-term financial assistance across Oman. This new initiative is designed to provide a vital safety net for drivers facing unexpected financial challenges, helping them stay on the road and maintain their livelihoods without disruption.

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Business & Investments

TAQA Water Solutions and New Tashkent City Directorate sign agreement to explore the development of a second mega water infrastructure project in Uzbekistan

Abu Dhabi, 11 March 2025: TAQA Water Solutions has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the New Tashkent City Directorate to explore the development of a 65km raw water transmission pipeline and a cutting-edge water treatment plant in New Tashkent City, Uzbekistan. This agreement marks TAQA Water Solutions’ second mega water infrastructure project in Uzbekistan and a significant step towards the vision of a modern and sustainable New Tashkent City, through the provision of reliable clean water to serve a population equating to approximately 2 million people.

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Real Estate

Meraas awards more than AED 2 billion construction contract for Design Quarter at d3

Meraas awards more than AED 2 billion construction contract for Design Quarter at d3

Dubai, UAE, 11 March 2025: Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract worth over AED 2 billion to Arabian Construction Company LLC for the construction of Design Quarter at d3, which includes the first residential community within Dubai Design District (d3), a global creative and design ecosystem.

Scheduled for completion by mid-2027, Design Quarter at d3 will create a vibrant and creative living environment at the heart of the d3’s masterplan. Residents will enjoy incredible views of the Dubai Canal and the picturesque Downtown skyline, providing an unparalleled backdrop.

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Business & Investments

Visa Unveils Annual Index Results, Highlighting Advances in Digitalization Among Women Entrepreneurs

Visa Unveils Annual Index Results, Highlighting Advances in Digitalization Among Women Entrepreneurs

·       Visa and Meta partner for Marketplace for Good initiative to also mark International Women’s Day on Tuesday 11th of March 11:00AM – 4:00PM at Visa’s office in Dubai;

·       According to Visa’s Women SMB Digitalization Index, more than half of the survey respondents in the UAE claim to be savvier at accepting digital payments in-store and online (55%) than last year;

·       Over 7 in 10 women (71%) understand the impact of AI in business and use it in HR, while 68% apply it in sales and marketing, and 67% in data analysis and decision making;

·       Women-owned businesses in the UAE actively use business social media accounts (67%) or their business website (43%) to sell products and services online;

·       Women entrepreneurs in the UAE prioritize employee awareness and training (59%) and advanced security (51%) in securing their digital transactions.

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