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Omicron:GCC Prepares

  The B.1.1.529 variant was first reported to WHO from South Africa on 24 November 2021. The epidemiological situation in South Africa has been characterized by three distinct peaks in reported cases, the latest of which was predominantly the Delta variant. In recent weeks, infections have increased steeply, coinciding with the detection of B.1.1.529 variant. The first known confirmed B.1.1.529 infection was from a specimen collected on 9 November 2021. Preliminary information shows that the virus is affecting younger individuals but resulting in milder disease. The symptoms are very similar to those produced by other variants. A much clearer picture will emerge in the next few months.  We still need to be extremely cautious since all COVID-19 variants can result in serious disease and fatality in susceptible persons, especially those with co-morbidities. GCC Concerns: Middle Eastern countries reacted in one way or the other to the new omicron coronavirus vari...

MENA Future:Trends & Challanges

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA), for a variety of reasons, are unrivaled in their need for bold, creative thinking about their future. By any measure, the region faces great challenges as we stand in 2021 and look ahead to the next five years and beyond. investments are also pivotal in building critical infrastructure, a key element in strong economies, such as power, telecommunication, schools, hospitals and clinics, housing and transport. Reconstruction and recovery projects are especially important for countries to rebuild their communities after conflicts. By establishing adequate infrastructure, countries can capitalize on their resources to boost bilateral trade.  MENA are not immune from any of these developing phenomena and, in some instances, they are at greater risk than other regions to their effects. The impact of drought and water scarcity, punishing temperatures, and rising sea levels will all stress regional governments and societies while conflic...

Young Entreprenuer Ideas-Future

Builds Self-Reliance.you may still unsure about what career or path to choose to make money but here you can find some of the most useful Startup Business Ideas.  Being able to fend for themselves is a skill your teen will need more and more with each year moving forward. It Teaches Startup Mentality. Maybe you want to set up your own business but there are millions of entrepreneurs in the market.Thinking like a business owner can prepare young adults for success as an entrepreneur or employee.Money can’t buy happiness But money is a must needful for everything in life.                          Another, arguably better, choice is to encourage your teen to start their own business. They get all the benefits of having a part-time job, plus experience in success skills you don’t learn working for somebody else.  “What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better t...

UAE-Aviation Industry

In the Aviation Industry Safety and Security is an integral component of quality.The Aviation industry is a pillar of the UAE's economy and a driver of business activity.    GDP percentage of the UAE travel and tourism industry has nearly tripled from 4% to over 11%. Emirates and Ethiad  Airlines have based their business models on the geo-centricity of the Gulf region. Dubai  has retained its title of the world’s busiest airport by international passengers for eight years. In UAE, Airport introduced facial recognition and introduced biometric technology designed to speed up the passport control experience for outbound passengers . GCAA has maintained its focus on its regulatory responsibilities in such a way that supports the growth of the organization. UAE airline industry will not be shielded from the technological changes currently being experienced in the industry. Growth of  tourism in the region as well as the spectacularly unique manmade ...

UAE Changes The Weekend In Line With Global Market

UAE will change to a working week of four and half days with a Saturday-Sunday weekend from the start of next year to r align its economy with International Market. The authorities added that with this move, the UAE has become the first nation in the world to introduce a national working week shorter than the global five-day week. The working week will start on Monday and end by Friday afternoon. The working hours for federal employees are set to be from 7.30am to 3.30pm, with 8.5 working hours per day. On Friday, employees will work for 4.5 hours. On Fridays, employees will also be allowed to choose flexible work or work-from-home options. The longer weekend is aimed at boosting productivity and improving work-life balance. "Each company, depending on the sector they operate in and what suits and serves their business best, can choose the weekend they decide for their employees", Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation Abdulrahman al-Awar told Reuters Over ...

UAE Climate Changes

UAE is Placed on the Arabian Peninsula between latitudes 22.0° and 26.5° N and longitudes between 51.0° and 56.5° E.UAE has a total land area of 83,600 km2 and 1,318 km of coastline. UAE focusing on Environmental Impact of Consumerism and the Blue Economy.  UAE is  the impacts of climate change from rising sea levels, which could affect the UAE is infrastructures. The Impact of climate change does not exclusively represent a threat to the country, but offers an opportunity for the UAE to enhance its diversification projects.Emirates and the Gulf are highly susceptible to climate change, with summer temperatures already some of the highest on the planet. UAE is the country in the GCC region to sign the Paris Agreement that seeks to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5° c. Climate Change and Environment, in collaboration with its partners in the public and private sectors, is working to efforts to deal with climate change . United Arab Emirates has decided to...