Pakistani expatriates in the UAE will soon be allowed to import one hybrid car without paying any custom duty.
The proposal that has been put together by the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources Development (MOPHRD) has been forwarded to the concerned authorities and an approval is expected on the same.
Currently Pakistanis who wish to import cars have to pay anywhere between 60-100% as Custom Duty on it.
UAE court jails eight for life in arms trafficking, money laundering case
The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has convicted several individuals involved in an illicit weapons trafficking and money laundering network linked to the supply of arms, ammunition and military equipment to the Sudanese Army.
RTA and Dubai Holding advance Palm Jumeirah traffic improvements
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in partnership with Dubai Holding Community Management, is constructing two new pedestrian bridges on Palm Jumeirah as part of efforts to improve road safety and traffic flow.
UAE, Ecuador discuss strengthening joint cooperation and partnership
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a meeting in Abu Dhabi with Ecuador's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility Roberto Pesantes.
Dubai strengthens future-focused legislation, innovation framework
Dubai has launched an initiative aimed at developing future-ready legislation and strengthening the emirate's position as a global hub for innovation and economic competitiveness.
11-year-old Egyptian crowned Arab Reading Challenge Champion
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has crowned Egyptian Mayar Othman as the 10th Arab Reading Challenge Champion.
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