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<title><![CDATA[Etisalat participates in Broadband Global Summit 2010]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Broadband Global Summit is positioned to reflect the dynamic developments within the region&#039;s broadband ecosystem and effectively highlighted the exciting growth areas in the telecommunications industry.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Financial Services Authority launches electronic Islamic finance handbooks ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The DFSA has launched a series of electronic Islamic finance tailored handbooks, designed to help firms undertaking Islamic finance activities in the Dubai International Financial Centre.

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<title><![CDATA[GCC region well positioned to be one of world&#039;s main aluminium producers 
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. As the price of aluminium continues its quick recovery from the impact of the global crisis, with experts agreeing that the worst of the price slumps are over and producers beginning to dust off expansion plans.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Fontera Brands Middle East appoints  Marketing Director
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Fonterra Brands Middle East has announced the appointment of Ahmad Yahya as Marketing Director for Middle East, Africa and CIS.  ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Governments lead the way in GCC projects]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Heavy investment in infrastructure helping to reduce contraction in construction industry, say organisers of CityBuild Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mourjan Marinas IGY signs Memorandum of Understanding with GREDCO]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[BAHRAIN. Mourjan Marinas IGY has announced its partnership with Global Real Estate Development Company for the development of two marinas as part of the upcoming Marsa Al Seef project Bahrain.
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<title><![CDATA[MENA equity markets rebound by 4.9% in February]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.The top performer was the Kuwaiti Stock Exchange which gained a respectable 5.0% MTD. 
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<title><![CDATA[Emaar Industries &amp; Investments celebrates opening of new state-of-the-art plant by Dynergy Technologies ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emaar Industries &amp; Investments celebrated the opening of a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant for low voltage and medium voltage switchboards of its subsidiary Dynergy Technologies in TechnoPark, Dubai. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Roya and Deloitte sign Memorandum of Understanding ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Roya International and Deloitte announced today the signing of a MoU that sees the two firms bringing together their expertise to provide Hotel Management Oversight services in the Middle East. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GCC steel suppliers reinforce presence in the market]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Current steel prices pose major breaks for regional industry, says Danube.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Barclays Wealth supports the spread of literacy in Arab World with EAIFL]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Barclays Wealth revealed today another step to support levels of literacy and knowledge in the Arab Word, its participation in the second annual Emirates Airlines International Festival for Literacy. 

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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s biggest privately owned boat arrives at The Dubai International Boat Show ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The &#039;Dubai&#039;, which is 531 feet and reportedly reaches speeds of up to 26 knots moored up within the Dubai International Boat Show for the first time, providing a spectacular backdrop to the event.
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<title><![CDATA[Aldar brings Abu Dhabi&#039;s Yas Island to ITB Berlin]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44999</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Aldar to support the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority in showcasing the best of what Abu Dhabi has to offer. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East and North Africa utilities industry in a state of growth]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44995</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.  The MENA region is already one step ahead in harnessing the power of its abundant sun. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi housing market reached standstill,  says Landmark Advisory ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44990</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Landmark Advisory forecasts that property prices and transactions in Abu dhabi are not likely to increase on the back of mortgage rate cuts and delivery of new units expected to take place at the end of the second quarter.

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<title><![CDATA[Rupert Murdoch believes in Arab creativity, appeals against censorship]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. News Corp Chief Executive Rupert Murdoch said he was betting on Arab creativity, unlike many media companies, and urged regional governments to reject censorship, as he opened a high-profile media conference in Abu Dhabi.

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<title><![CDATA[UAE has the highest average online shopping spend, says MasterCard]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The UAE had an online shopping spend of US$1,048, compared with a slightly higher figure of US$ 1,193 a year ago. 
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<title><![CDATA[GrowthGate acquires part of IrisGuard ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. GrowthGate has announced that it has reached a final agreement to acquire 30% of IrisGuard. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Emirates NBD holds community event at The Residences branch ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The event enabled local residents and retailers to meet the manager of the branch, as well as other representatives from Emirates NBD.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Long-term rating on UAE&#039;s National Central Cooling downgraded to &#039;CC&#039; ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Standard &amp; Poor&#039;s Rating Services said today that it lowered its long-term corporate credit rating on National Central Cooling Co. to &#039;CC&#039; from &#039;CCC+&#039;. The outlook is negative.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi foreign trade rises 9% in 2009]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Director General of Abu Dhabi Customs pointed out that Abu Dhabi&#039;s volume of foreign trade grew despite global economic challenges.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Initial indicators show that UAE continues to be the top tea re-exporter in the world ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[The indicators affirm that the UAE continues to play a key role in the international tea trade due to its unique geographic location and provision of competitive logistic and storage services.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[AC Schnitzer chooses Dubai for global debut of BMW X6M]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. AC Schnitzer held the global premiere of its aerodynamically modified kit of the BMW X6M at Dubai&#039;s AutomodEx exhibition yesterday. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Singapore Airlines to feature new cabin offerings from Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Singapore Airlines&#039; will introduce daily Airbus A330-300 aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Singapore starting from 29 March 2010, featuring the Airline&#039;s latest product and service offerings. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Website on 9th Arab Media Forum launched]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Dubai Press Club today announced the launch of a comprehensive and updated website on the 9th edition of the AMF.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[DOMOTEX Middle East foresees shift in market trend]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Government measures such as Abu Dhabi&#039;s Estidama, Dubai&#039;s green building regulations set new benchmarks in interior flooring market.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rapid expansion of terminal capacity, new seaports to spur Middle East maritime security market ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Lengthy delays in cargo screening have resulted in the stagnation of goods in ports for several months and disrupted trade.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Starwood announces plans to add 50 new hotels in Middle East, Europe and Africa by 2012]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. With more than 240 hotels in 55 countries in EAME, we currently have a large enough footprint to enjoy the benefits of being an established and leading hotel operator in the most highly sought-after markets, says President of Global Development. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank provides US$81.7 million finance facility to Al Dhafra Cooperative Society]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Mohammed Khalifa Al Hamli stressed that Al Dhafra Society is committed to support the development of the Western Region, in addition to providing programs and plans that benefit the residents of the region.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[LG&#039;s latest Blu-ray player offers limitless content via Wi-Fi]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The new model&#039;s built-in Wi-Fi allows it to connect to the internet or a home network to bring a wider variety of entertainment options to the living room.
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East water industry requires major investment]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The continuing population boom in the Middle East is causing a sharp increase in water demand. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Global Logistics Forum offers practical workshops ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Various subjects aimed at enhancing the skills of logistics professionals and specialists in coping up with the region&#039;s growing logistics demand will be highlighted in practical workshops.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Hedge Funds World Middle East Awards select winners from across the region]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Four months of intense competition, careful selection by an independent panel of judges culminated on 1 March in the announcement of winners of the 2010 Hedge Funds World Middle East Awards.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Europe&#039;s largest architect arrives in Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44965</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Europe&#039;s largest building design practice has announced that it will open an office on 1 April in Abu Dhabi after agreeing to merge with local based multidisciplinary design practice SYNA.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Go-Green.ae launches campaign to promote earth hour]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Go-Green.ae has launched an online campaign to promote the Earth Hour on Saturday.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[South Korea mulls further UAE nuclear deals]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. South Korea hopes to build an additional four nuclear reactors in the UAE.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai World creditors divided over reported deal]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Hopes of progress this week on Dubai World&#039;s US$26 billion debt restructuring lifted stocks and eased fears of default, but potential divisions emerged among creditors to the state-owned conglomerate.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GCC companies can save US$2.3 billion with strategic sourcing, says AT Kearney]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44943</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The research shows ways for major GCC companies to save on spend by creating transparency and reviewing what is bought, to maximise their purchasing power. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Universal Flight Information System powers top 5 performing Airports]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Dubai International Airport, another UFIS customer, is ranked second in the Middle East Region.
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<title><![CDATA[SanDisk G3 solid state drive ships to Middle East retailers in March]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. SanDisk Corporation today announced that it has begun shipping its SanDisk G3 Solid State Drives to retailers in North America, Europe. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai stocks climb 1.7% on Dubai World rollover plan]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai shares rose to the highest in more than three weeks after bankers said Dubai World will ask lenders to roll over loans when it presents a proposal to creditors this month.

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<title><![CDATA[Boris Becker and IWC Schaffhausen presents 4th Laureus Sport for good foundation watch in Dubai]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. German tennis legend Boris Becker visited IWC Schaffhausen&#039; Boutique at Dubai Mall yesterday to launch the 4th Limited Edition Watch that will benefit the Laureus Sports for Good Foundation charity.

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<title><![CDATA[Empower urges GCC authorities to prioritise environment conservation ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. District cooling service in limelight at WETEX 2010 following Dubai&#039;s success in implementing it in most real estate projects. 
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<title><![CDATA[Motorola hosts TETRA Conference in Egypt ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44944</link>
<description><![CDATA[EGYPT. Motorola showcased its latest Terrestrial Trunked Radios products and solutions to more than 200 airport and airline customers in a conference hosted by leading Motorola experts in mission-critical communications.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[RAK Free Trade Zone grows 11% in 2009 ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44949</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Ras Al Khaimah FTZ forged on and emerged ahead of its game, joining the ranks of top-performing free zones in rebuilding confidence in the world economy.
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<title><![CDATA[Fox International Channels and Abu Dhabi&#039;s twofour54 announce strategic collaboration on three major projects]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44947</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The move highlights FIC&#039;s commitment to Abu Dhabi as well as reinforcing twofour54&#039;s commitment to position Abu Dhabi as a regional centre of excellence in content creation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Delegation of American Chamber of Commerce Executives visit the Dubai International Financial Centre]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44942</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai Chamber of Commerce &amp; Industry to promote Dubai as an international business hub.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s Media leaders gather at inaugural Abu Dhabi Media Summit]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44941</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Summit to focus on emerging media in fast-growing economies of Middle East, Africa &amp; Asia.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Green crops could revolutionise Middle East agriculture]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44939</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Rising energy prices, global warming add new dimension, say organisers of agribusiness event.

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<title><![CDATA[Bank of Sharjah approves distribution of 12% cash dividends &amp; 5% bonus issue]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Ordinary General Assembly of the Shareholders of Bank of Sharjah approves during its 36th annual meeting, the proposal of the Board of Directors to distribute 12% cash dividend equivalent to US$65.40 million and 5% bonus issue equivalent to US$27.25 million.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[French companies to participate at the Dubai International Boat Show]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44934</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. For the fourth year running, French companies will be attending the DIBS 2010, from next 9-13 March four shipbuilders.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s consumers expect economy to return to pre-crisis levels within three years]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44936</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Consumers of major Middle Eastern and Western states expect the global economy to revert to pre-crisis levels within the next three years and generally believe that conditions are not as bad as reported by media, Real Opinions, Orient Planet study reveals.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE real estate market to witness demand-supply balance in 2010]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44931</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Amidst expectations that the UAE&#039;s economy will rise by 3.2% in 2010, Shaikhani Group has predicted that the country&#039;s real estate market is poised for demand-supply balance this year.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Dubai Gynaecology and Fertility Centre signs an agreement with City Hospital]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44929</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Agreement is the first-of-its-kind agreement between the private sector and the government sector in terms of sharing medical resources.

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<title><![CDATA[Bank of Sharjah, BNP Parisbas plan private banking joint venture]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44926</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Bank of Sharjah plans to join forces with BNP Paribas to tap the fast-growing Middle-Eastern market for high net worth individuals.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[du broadcast services director mark in Middle East&#039;s Digital Broadcast power list ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44905</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. du&#039;s senior director of broadcast services, Mohamed Saeed Al Shahi, has been ranked number 18 in Digital Production Middle East&#039;s Digital Broadcast power list.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jones Lang LaSalle Middle East and North Africa appoints new head of retail division]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44906</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Jones Lang LaSalle has announced the appointment of David Macadam as head of retail division, a newly created business unit in the MENA region.  
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Financial Services Authority  signs Memorandum of Understanding with French Markets Authority ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44923</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The signing took place between Paul Koster, Chief Executive of the DFSA, and M Jean-Pierre Jouyet, Chairman of the AMF.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sharp targets 20% growth business solutions products in the Middle East in 2010]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44924</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Regional Sharp Solutions Summit 2010 brings together 150 partners from over 80+ countries in Middle East, Africa and CIS. 

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai records US$29 billion gold trade value in 2009]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44915</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. For the 12 months ending 31 December 2009, a total of 576 tonnes of gold was imported into Dubai, compared to 674 tonnes in the previous year, a decline of 15%.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Open debate on future of real estate investment]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44913</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Sweeping agenda at transparent 36-session Cityscape Abu Dhabi conference with 120 regional and international speakers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Qatar&#039;s tourism sector set to maintain 6% annual revenue growth rate in 2010

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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44871</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. Qatar&#039;s tourism will particularly continue sector to focus on inbound travel being generated by the rapidly expanding local meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions segment. 
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<title><![CDATA[Living in a democratic country is top priority for Arab youth]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44921</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Good infrastructure, access to the best universities, being paid a fair wage, and living in a safe neighbourhood were identified as equally important priorities by ASDA&#039;A Burson-Marsteller largest-ever Arab Youth survey.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Qatar eclipses UAE for biggest salaries in region]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44919</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Matching the regional average, just 5% of residents in the UAE are highly satisfied with their remuneration, according to recent research conducted by Bayt.com and YouGov Siraj. 

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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Airways launches &#039;Business Connect&#039; in UAE]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Etihad Airways has announced a new program called BusinessConnect to help small to medium sized enterprises get the most value from their travel budget when flying with the airline.  ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Pearl Dubai partners with Singapore Sotheby&#039;s International Realty ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai Pearl will commence a road-show across key Asian hubs in collaboration with Singapore Sotheby&#039;s International Realty.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East investors expect to increase allocations to hedge funds in 2010 ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44909</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Capintro releases results of the second regional Hedge Fund Investor Survey 2010. The survey covers 66 investors from the six GCC countries, Lebanon and Jordan, showed several interesting findings.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank opens new branch at &#039;The Dubai Mall&#039;]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44908</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. This new branch furthers that bank&#039;s expansion plan and is in line with its strategy to strengthen its physical presence and services outreach within the UAE.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Canon Middle East appoints new Managing Director ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44902</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Canon Middle East has recently announced the appointment of Anurag Agrawal as the new Managing Director. 
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<title><![CDATA[Nakheel wins the Teka UAE Football Cup 2010]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Nakheel won the Teka UAE Football Cup 2010 in a commanding 6-0 victory against Unique Kitchen at the Emirates Aviation Football College Field on Friday. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[DIB wins Best Investment Bank &amp; Best CSR Program at Middle East Banking Awards]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44898</link>
<description><![CDATA[Dubai Islamic Bank was named &#039;Best Investment Bank&#039; in the UAE by emeafinance, a leading international publication focused on financial markets in the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions. 
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<title><![CDATA[Mass Touchdown for Chinese companies at Airport Show 2010]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44899</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. China is sending a massive contingency of airport ground support equipment, building material supplies providers and other key industry experts to the Airport Show 2010. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Riverbed to showcase IT infrastructure performance solutions ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44897</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Riverbed to highlight how companies can increase the performance and value of their Existing IT infrastructure.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GE Healthcare launches Vscan]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44896</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. GE Healthcare today announced the availability of Vscan, a new, pocket-sized visualization tool developed to provide physicians with imaging capabilities at the point-of-care, in the Middle East. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Emirates NBD offers discounts at 50 top Abu Dhabi restaurants 

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<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44789</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emirates NBD has announced the launch of a special year-long offer for its cardholders, providing them with significant discounts at 50 leading restaurants in the UAE capital.

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<title><![CDATA[Customers maintain loyalty to banks despite low trust in sector]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44890</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The Synovate survey covered 29 international and 211 local banks in 13 countries. The findings also revealed that in most markets, people&#039;s first preference is to seek financial advice from family members rather than turning to banks or financial institutions.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi, Conoco award US$300 million Shah gas construction contract to Al Jaber Group]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44886</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Shah gas project, with an estimated cost of around US$10 billion, is part of plans to boost domestic gas supply.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi Government reaffirms sovereign support for its state-owned enterprises]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44883</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &#039;We obviously disagree with the reasoning involved in a number of Moody&#039;s decisions, especially those  concerning TDIC, Mubadala, and IPIC ,&quot; the Department of Finance said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Understanding the wisdom of people is key to better relations, says Gallup Centre for Muslim Studies]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44878</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &#039;There is a lot of information, but it&#039;s sometimes more noise than knowledge,&#039; says Dalia Mogahed, referring to the lack of accurate information on the real views of Muslims, and the ensuing misunderstanding between the Western and Muslim worlds.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE hotels in race for &#039;Green Globe&#039; accreditation]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44852</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Palace The Old Town in Dubai and Miramar Resort have become the first hotels in the country to sign-up for the internationally recognised sustainable Green Globe Certification]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Moody&#039;s downgrades Abu Dhabi government-related issuers]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44875</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Moody&#039;s Investors Service has today taken a number of rating actions on its seven government-related issuers owned by the Abu Dhabi and UAE governments.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[DP World gets &#039;buy&#039; recommendation from EFG-Hermes, lifts Dubai stocks]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44877</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DP World was rated &#039;buy&#039; in new coverage at EFG- Hermes on the ports operator&#039;s prospects after parent company Dubai World reaches an agreement with creditors.
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<title><![CDATA[Career mapping key to addressing pilot shortage]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44748</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The looming pilot shortage across the aerospace industry can be tackled by career mapping and better planning by airlines, according to industry experts]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Financial Market adopts a modified Tick Size ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44873</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DFM announced today that it will adopt a modified Tick Size system that allows buy/sell orders up to three decimal fractions for securities. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Al Habtoor Group launches its online social network ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44868</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Al Habtoor Group is gearing up to celebrate its 40th anniversary in a rather special way. 
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<title><![CDATA[ENOC sponsors the Dubai Tennis Championship ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44872</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emirates National Oil Company has extended its support to Dubai Tennis Championship 2010 as a sponsor for the third consecutive year.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[TAQA announces ratings change by Moody&#039;s]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44870</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company has announced that Moody&#039;s Investors Service has downgraded its corporate credit rating of TAQA from Aa2 to A3. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etisalat Managed ICT solution &amp; services edge highlighted at Microsoft Tech.Ed Middle East 2010]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44869</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Etisalat talked about the significance of MPLS IPVPNs to help attendees understand how Etisalat&#039;s IP network can facilitate collaborative business models.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Airways and ANA codeshare comes into service]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44867</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Etihad Airways&#039; focus on the Japanese market continues this week, as a codeshare with ANA comes into service. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Istithmar hands over prime New York Times Square property to Danske Bank]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44865</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Istithmar bought the building, formerly known as the Knickerbocker Hotel, for US$300 million in June 2006.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE IT sector to grow from US$3.2 billion in 2009 to US$4.7 billion in 2013]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44862</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dulsco strengthens portfolio of customised HR and knowledge solutions catering to IT sector.

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<title><![CDATA[87% of Abu Dhabi international tourists would consider returning]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44861</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Some 60% of international visitor arrivals in Abu Dhabi are guests making their first trip to the emirate, according to an Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority survey.
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<title><![CDATA[Occupancy now over 90% at Discovery Gardens]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44860</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai&#039;s Asteco property management (PM) dominates mixed-use development - portfolio of 14 buildings running at over 90% occupancy.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Gold &amp; Commodities Exchange volume up 146% in February ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44859</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Volume on the DGCX gathered strong momentum in February, increasing 146% year-on-year to reach 179,278 contracts, valued at US$10.7 billion.  

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<title><![CDATA[Wakestock Abu Dhabi to storm the Corniche with three days of music and wakeboarding action ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44826</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Free three day wakeboard and music  festival set to energise the Abu Dhabi Corniche with the World&#039;s Wakeboard Champions and Superstars Maximo Park, De La Soul, Carole Samaha, Fady Andrawos.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Epson appoints Middle East channel sales manager  ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44855</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Epson has announced the appointment of Ahmad Qasem as its new Channel Sales Manager for the Middle East region. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[E-Vision introduces new IPTV set-top boxes during Cabsat MENA 2010]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44853</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. E-Visionhas announced the introduction of new IPTV High Definition STBs over its network with  enriched interactive menu &amp;  enhanced functionalities to provide a superior customer experience.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Mercantile Exchange hits new records ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44851</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The DME announced today that a new record total open interest of 19,867 was achieved in its flagship DME Oman crude oil futures contract in February 2010. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Castrol reassures commitment to football as sponsor of 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cup]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44850</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Castrol has reassured its commitment to football announcing its partnership with FIFA to sponsor the 2010 and 2014 World Cup tournaments, which will be hosted by South Africa and Brazil respectively. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Emaar Healthcare Group marks &#039;healthy living&#039; ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=3&amp;t=1&amp;id=44849</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emaar Healthcare Group is marking &#039;Nutrition Month&#039; during the month of March by offering free nutrition consultation at Meadows Clinic, the newly opened healthcare centre in The Meadows community. 

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