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Expo 2020 Dubai saw over 20m visitors indicating its success: ABCC chief

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April 1, 2022

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Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai have exceeded 20 million, indicating that the global event was a success, said Osmar Chohfi, president of the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC).

“The past few years have proven to be an exceptionally challenging period for the world. We must laud the UAE’s successful efforts in organising the Expo 2020 Dubai amid these obstacles, hosting the largest event of its kind in the world, that has helped serve as a beacon of hope for the future,” he said in a statement to Wam.

“The platform has been exceptionally utilised to facilitate many global summits and conferences presided over by distinguished government officials and global leaders,” he added. This only highlights the event and the UAE’s significant contribution to the revival and recovery of the global economy and its various vital sectors, such as business, tourism, and travel.

According to him, the global exposition has yielded several positive results, from the signing of hundreds of cooperation agreements and MoUs to the announcement of plans by many institutions and companies to launch offices in Dubai. “All these initiatives have contributed to marking the UAE’s position on the global investment and tourism map and solidify its position as a global station that can attract international public-private partnerships.”

The efficient organisation of the event has allowed visitors to enjoy the activities and sites while still adhering to strict safety protocols. “This effort was praised by various media outlets, who presented the UAE as a model of development, innovation, and tolerance for the world,” Chohfi added.

“By hosting this global exposition, the UAE offered the world access to in-depth knowledge of the UAE’s history, civilisation, heritage, and culture.”

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Dubai-India travel: Security procedures triggered for Emirates flight following bomb threat email, flight lands safely

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December 5, 2025

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Authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport activated full emergency protocols on Friday after receiving a bomb threat email linked to Emirates flight EK526 travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Hyderabad (HYD).

According to GMR officials, the threat email landed in the airport’s customer support inbox around 7.30am on December 5. Despite the alert, the flight continued under strict monitoring and landed safely at 8.30am.

Once on the ground, the aircraft was immediately moved to an isolated bay. Passengers were safely deboarded, and security te

ams carried out standard bomb threat checks. Investigations are currently underway.

Emirates confirmed the incident in a statement to local media, saying authorities had alerted them to a “potential security threat” to EK526.
“All standard security procedures were implemented by the relevant local authorities with full co-operation from Emirates’ ground teams,” the airline said, adding that “the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain the highest priority.”

Authorities say all threats are being investigated, and extra security measures remain in place at the airport.

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Driving through Abu Dhabi this week? Here are the road closures you need to know about

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December 5, 2025

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Abu Dhabi motorists can expect some delays over the next few days, with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announcing a series of partial road closures across key routes in the capital. Drivers are being urged to plan, allow extra travel time, and follow diversions to avoid congestion.

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street

A major set of phased lane closures will take place near Sheikh Zayed Bridge from Tuesday, December 9 to Monday, December 22, 2025.

Three left lanes will be closed from 12am on December 9 until 10pm on December 15.
Two right lanes will then shut from 10pm on December 15 until 6am on December 22.

Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street

Another temporary closure is scheduled on Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street from 5pm on December 5 until 5am on December 8.

Authorities explained that these restrictions are part of ongoing road enhancement projects designed to improve traffic flow and safety across the city. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes wherever possible during the maintenance period.

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Sharjah Police give deadline to remove National Day stickers, or face fines

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December 5, 2025

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If your car is still sporting National Day decals, it’s time to take them off. Sharjah Police have announced that all vehicle owners must remove their UAE National Day celebration stickers by Saturday, December 6, and those who miss the deadline will face violations.

The reminder follows a crackdown during the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, where authorities impounded 106 vehicles and nine motorbikes for dangerous and irresponsible behaviour on the roads.

According to Sharjah Police, the violations included:

Creating loud noise and disturbing residents
Driving recklessly and endangering others
Operating vehicles without a valid licence

Police officials urged motorists to celebrate responsibly and avoid turning festivities into safety risks.

However, there has been a shift in decorating trends this year. Many residents opted for cleaner, simpler, more elegant designs to showcase their UAE pride ahead of the long weekend, and demand for custom decals surged.

Authorities are now urging residents to ensure all celebratory stickers and decorations are removed by the set deadline to keep roads safe and avoid penalties.