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The Eggs & Soldiers expand to Abu Dhabi

Dubai-born baby, child and natural parenting brand Eggs & Soldiers has unveiled its third, and largest, UAE store – at Abu Dhabi Mall…reports Asian Lite News

The launch comes just four months following the opening of an Eggs & Soldiers outlet in Ras Al Khaimah’s Manar Mall, which joined the original store at Times Square Centre, Dubai back in May. The latest 5,500sq/ft space, now open on Level 1 at Abu Dhabi Mall, completes the family-run business’s measured expansion to service the wider emirates and meet the strong demand for its full spectrum of essential yet eco-conscious and rigorously safety-tested products.

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The new sizable store has taken over three former retail spaces within the capital’s most popular shopping centre, Abu Dhabi Mall, and is sectioned into simple, themed zones: Sleep, Change, Travel, Feed, Play and Mum, guided by the expertly-trained Eggs & Soldiers team.

Despite its growth, the Eggs & Soldiers brand ethos instilled by its founder, lifelong UAE resident and mother of four Sofi Chabowski, when she launched the concept in 2014, is unwavering. “In my experience, modern day parents largely want to use the safest, most ethical and chemical-free items, on and for their children, but not everyone has the time to research and shop around for those things,” explains Sofi.

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“The Eggs & Soldiers ethos is simply to offer ‘A More Natural Way’. Organic is trendy, but often equates to a sub-standard product, higher price tags and little more than clever marketing. We’re here to dispel the myths, educate on the advantages, offer choices and provide a portfolio of cherry-picked products that meet the highest criteria I could possibly set: If I wouldn’t use it on my four (very different!) children, you won’t find it at Eggs & Soldiers.”

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Examples of established, well-researched and sustainability-driven brands on board for the new Eggs & Soldiers Abu Dhabi store are open-ended play favourites Grimms, Grapat, Papoose, Wobbel and Plan Toys, plus furniture, natural mattresses and accessories from Stokke, Snüz and The Little Green Sheep. These join Eggs & Soldiers’ long-term customer favourites such as cloth nappy brands Bambino Mio and Little Lamb, baby carriers from Ergobaby, Tula and Close Parent and feeding equipment from Medela, Spectra, Beaba, Blafre and Haakaa, among many more. Customers will also be able to browse, learn about and purchase strollers, car seats and essentials from the world’s safest brands, including Axkid, Bugaboo, Maxi Cosi and Babyzen, completing the Eggs & Soldiers philosophy of providing a ‘one stop shop’ for UAE parents.

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In keeping with all of its UAE outlets, the new Eggs & Soldiers store at Abu Dhabi Mall includes a Community Room, where its expanding network of clients, friends, customers and like-minded community partners can unite for events, workshops, demonstrations and classes – offering support, expert knowledge and honest advice on the endlessly evolving topics of parenting and eco-living.

“Education has always been at the core of Eggs & Soldiers,” explains Sofi. “We regularly dissuade customers from buying the products they come in to purchase from us: explaining why they might not be the right choice for them, and providing enough information for them to make a more informed decision. This is exactly what the Community Room nurtures and develops, and something I hope relays the genuine passion that forms the basis of the brand.”

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A Chance for Abu Dhabi residents to Fly Friends and Family Over to UAE Capital

The exciting competition is part of the ‘Time is Now’ campaign, initiated by DCT Abu Dhabi to showcase the capital’s spectacular landmarks and diverse tourist attractions and encourage people to visit and enjoy its ideal weather at this time of the year…reports Asian Lite News

A brand new competition has been launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) giving the emirate’s residents the opportunity to win flights and accommodation for their friends and family to come and visit them in the UAE capital.

The exciting competition is part of the ‘Time is Now’ campaign, initiated by DCT Abu Dhabi to showcase the capital’s spectacular landmarks and diverse tourist attractions and encourage people to visit and enjoy its ideal weather at this time of the year. The activation also aligns with Abu Dhabi’s recent decision to welcome fully vaccinated tourists from around the world without quarantine.

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The competition will run until 1 October and challenges the emirate’s residents to share their exceptional experiences in the UAE capital on their social pages, tagging two of their family and friends abroad in order for the chance to win the free trip to visit Abu Dhabi.

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The prize, for four lucky winners, includes airline tickets and a five-day stay in one of the emirate’s spectacular hotels, which offer authentic experiences that distinguish Abu Dhabi and attract many visitors from all over the world. One winner will be announced live on Stories on @VisitAbuDhabi’s social media accounts every four days starting Monday 20th September until 2 October.

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Abu Dhabi offers an incredible calendar of high-profile entertainment events such as Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, Abu Dhabi T10 League, and many, many more. Abu Dhabi is also at the forefront of world-class safety procedures for tourism, ensuring it is one of the safest places to visit.

To participate in the competition, entrants should share their favourite photos that capture key tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi on their Facebook or Instagram accounts, and tag @VisitAbuDhabi and use the #InAbuDhabi #TimeIsNow hashtags, along with the names or handles of two family members or friends who they want to bring to the Emirate. 

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Mohamed bin Zayed and UK Foreign Secretary review accelerating bilateral ties

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, review the prospects for improving bilateral ties…reports Asian Lite News

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, reviewed the prospects of growing cooperation ties between the two friendly nations across all fronts.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss,

Sheikh Mohamed, currently on an official visit to the UK, exchanged views with the UK top diplomat, over a number of issues of interest in addition to discussing the latest regional and international developments.

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Attending the meeting were Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports Company, Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, the Diplomatic Advisor to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Affairs Authority, along with a number of British officials.

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Mubadala World Tennis Championship returns to Abu Dhabi

Fans and visitors are encouraged to stay tuned to the official Championship website and social media channels for further updates, including the star-studded player line-up…reports Asian Lite News

Top-class tennis is making a smashing return to Abu Dhabi this year. Mubadala World Tennis Championship owners Flash Entertainment have announced the Arabian Gulf’s leading professional tennis experience is heading back to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi, from 16-18 December 2021 – and tickets, starting from AED 100 for adults and AED 50 for children, are on sale now from ticketmaster.ae and Virgin Megastores across the UAE.

Mubadala World Tennis Championship returns this December at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi

The tournament will give fans the opportunity to swing into the festive season in style, with six of the world’s top male tennis players, and two leading female players, lined up to compete across three days of exciting tennis action, in a safe and secure environment.

In line with Abu Dhabi’s commitment to health and safety, which has seen the emirate ranked as the safest city in the Middle East by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the 13th edition of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship will welcome spectators with a reduced capacity in line with Government regulations across the three-day festival. The Championship is now accessible to international visitors after Abu Dhabi’s announcement to lift quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated travellers from all countries.

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“Since its inception, the Mubadala World Tennis Championship has proven to be incredibly popular with people from Abu Dhabi and around the world, so to be able to announce its return, with fans in attendance, is a very special moment for us,” said John Lickrish, CEO, Flash Entertainment.

“We challenge ourselves with each edition to provide an unmissable experience for all our audiences, from tennis fans and live event loyalists to families and international visitors. The 13th edition is shaping up to be one of the best to date, with the opportunity for everybody to reconnect, in person, in a safe environment. We look forward to announcing another world-class line-up and welcome the world’s best tennis players back to Abu Dhabi. 

“The health and wellbeing of fans, players and officials is our priority, and we are working closely with Government entities, key championship partners and stakeholders to ensure a safe and successful event for all.”

The Arabian Gulf’s leading professional tennis experience is coming back to the UAE capital from 16 – 18 December

Homaid Abdulla Al Shimmari, Deputy Group CEO and Chief Corporate & Human Capital Officer, Mubadala added: “We are proud to continue our support for the Mubadala World Tennis Championship, one of the most highly anticipated sports events in Abu Dhabi. This world-class tournament is an unmissable sporting and social event for the people of the UAE that also helps to promote an active lifestyle in line with our commitment to positively impact the communities in which we operate. As Abu Dhabi resumes events with people in attendance in a safe environment, we are delighted to be welcoming some of the biggest names in tennis to the city and helping to bring world-class entertainment to the UAE.”

To ensure the health and safety of spectators, players and officials, stringent health and safety measures have been implemented for the three-day tennis and entertainment festival. Ticketholders 12 years or above must present their Green Pass on ALHOSN, the official COVID-19 testing and vaccination mobile application for health authorities in the UAE available to residents and visitors, showing their fully vaccinated status and a negative PCR test result valid for no more than 48 hours to gain entry to the venue. Ticketholders under 12 years of age must show a negative PCR test result valid for no more than 48 hours. All fans will be required to wear masks at all times and maintain social distancing during the event.

Spectators are assured of great views at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in a safe and secure environment

Fans and visitors are encouraged to stay tuned to the official Championship website and social media channels for further updates, including the star-studded player line-up.

Tickets, starting from AED 100 for adults and AED 50 for children, are available from ticketmaster.ae and Virgin Megastores across the UAE. In line with current health and safety protocols, social distancing measures will be in place within the stadium and throughout the Tennis Village.

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Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

The discussion took place during a meeting between President Macron and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and his delegation at the Palace of Fontainebleau in the French capital, Paris….reports Asian Lite News

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, discussed, with Emmanuel Macron, President of France, the friendship and strategic partnership between the UAE and France, as well as promising opportunities for developing them, in addition to several issues of mutual concern.

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

The discussion took place during a meeting between President Macron and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and his delegation at the Palace of Fontainebleau in the French capital, Paris.

Macron welcomed the visit and highlighted his happiness at receiving His Highness Sheikh Mohamed, under the framework of their mutual coordination and consultation regarding bilateral ties and regional issues of mutual interest.

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

Sheikh Mohamed conveyed the greetings and best wishes of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan to President Macron.

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Sheikh Mohamed highlighted his happiness at visiting France, stressing that his consultations and exchanges of views with Macron are ongoing, and that their direct meetings have reinforced their bilateral ties.

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed and President Macron discussed the cooperation between the UAE and France in the areas of investment, the economy and culture, as well as other vital sectors, to drive sustainable development in both countries.

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

The meeting addressed the COVID-19 pandemic and the international efforts to mitigate its humanitarian and economic fallout and return to normalcy, as well as several regional and global issues of mutual concern, most notably the current situation in Afghanistan.

Macron expressed France’s appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE’s support in evacuating foreign citizens from Afghanistan.

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

Both sides then affirmed the importance of achieving security, peace and stability in the region through diplomatic means and constructive dialogue.

The members of the Emirati delegation that accompanied Sheikh Mohamed included H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC); Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Deputy Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority of Abu Dhabi and Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Under-Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court, and Hind Manea Al Otaiba, UAE Ambassador to France.

Mohamed bin Zayed, French President discuss bilateral ties

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed, accompanied by President Macron, toured the palace and its various section and visited the “Imperial Theatre”, which was renamed the “Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Theatre” as its maintenance cost was covered by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa.

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Abu Dhabi Chamber Chief Lauds UAE’s progress

Abu Dhabi Chamber Chief appreciates UAE advancing towards a prosperous future in various sectors…reports Asian Lite News

Mohamed Helal Al Mheiri, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has said the UAE is steadily advancing towards a prosperous future in various sectors, most notably the economic sectors, in line with its leading international stature, through launching major projects for the next 50 years.

In an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Al Mheiri stressed the UAE’s hosting of the Expo 2020 Dubai on 1st October, 2021, will showcase many investment opportunities to the owners of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) and entrepreneurs in the country.

Mohamed Helal Al Mheiri, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The UAE’s adoption of necessary preventive measures is the leading and direct reason for its success in maintaining public health and driving the national economy, enabling it to overcome the repercussions of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and return to normalcy, he added.

Al Mheiri affirmed the Expo 2020 Dubai is an opportunity to connect minds and shape the future amidst widespread global participation, noting it will be an ideal platform for exchanging views, discussing cooperation opportunities and exploring recent innovations.

The event will also provide opportunities for SMEs and entrepreneurs from all sectors, as well as facilitate direct interactions between companies, the private sector and investors, he further added, noting the significant economic gains from the event will be reflected by the strength of the Emirati economy and will help boost its global stature and gain the trust of investors in the country’s investment environment.

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The UAE has proven to be an inspiring model of readiness and proactiveness for the world countries in terms of addressing the pandemic, which helped it attract foreign direct investment and support many vital sectors, including tourism, real estate and aviation, as well as encourage talents to move to the country and support its digital economy, in general.

The chamber plans to hold several direct meetings with investors and entrepreneurs from around the world to be their link to companies in Abu Dhabi, and it will have a permanent office at the expo that will provide information about the investment environment and available opportunities in the emirate, Al Mheiri said in conclusion.

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Abu Dhabi maintains top spot in pandemic response

The ranking focused on five main categories, including government efficiency, economic resilience, the efficiency of the quarantine system, healthcare management and vaccination rates….reports Asian Lite News

Abu Dhabi has once again topped the list of the world’s leading cities for their response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a London-based analytics consortium, Deep Knowledge Group (DKG).

The Deep Knowledge Group released the report, “Ranking of the Safest Cities during the COVID-19 Pandemic for the Second Quarter of 2021”, which was based on 114 parameters covering key aspects of the COVID-19 response.

The ranking focused on five main categories, including government efficiency, economic resilience, the efficiency of the quarantine system, healthcare management and vaccination rates. The categories were applied to 72 cities and municipalities around the world, where 50 cities with the highest ranks among them were selected and analysed to identify the best practices and the challenges they encounter.

The first version of the report was published in April 2021 and ranked Abu Dhabi as the safest city in the world during the pandemic.

Abu Dhabi topped the ranking due to measures that contributed to enhancing the speed and effectiveness of its response to the pandemic. As a result of these measures, the health and safety of the community were protected, while maintaining an open and competitive economy. Abu Dhabi also maintained its position as a pioneer in scientific research, digital initiatives and technology, and a leading destination for medical tourism.

DKG ranked cities identified as having the most effective response to the pandemic. The cities were assessed on: healthcare management (efficient infrastructure, human competencies and efficient medical personnel, advanced tools, effectiveness of diagnostic systems, number of beds in healthcare facilities and spending on the healthcare sector); efficient health quarantine systems (home quarantine scope and duration, economic support to quarantined people, travel guidelines and restrictions, legal action against home quarantine violators); vaccination rates (availability of the vaccine, vaccination rates per capita and home-vaccination services); government efficiency (monitoring systems, crisis management, trust in government and digital services); and resilience of the economy (incentive packages, exemptions, social support and credit rating).

Abu Dhabi was followed by Singapore, Seoul, Tel Aviv and Dubai.

Within weeks, field hospitals, mass testing centres and screening facilities, including drive-thrus, were established. New initiatives prioritised vulnerable groups, including providing free testing and health checks, distributing millions of free meals, providing health awareness programmes in multiple languages and mental health support.

The Emirate has led research and development, facilitated scientific discoveries to tackle the virus and collaborated in global efforts to find a vaccine, including participating in the world’s first Phase III trials of an inactivated viral vaccine.

Abu Dhabi has played a key role in the UAE’s vaccination campaign, leading to more than 88 percent of the UAE’s population has already received a free vaccine.

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ADX to launch a derivatives market

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) to Launch Derivatives Market, Leveraging Nasdaq Technology…reports Asian Lite News

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that it has taken a key step towards launching a derivatives market this year by signing an agreement with Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) to deliver marketplace technology solutions, including matching, real-time clearing and settlement technology.

ADX is rapidly expanding asset classes and developing new offerings for both regional and international investors. The ADX General Index (ADI) has recently reached 7700 points for the first time, supported by a series of listings and increased participation by international investors. In addition, the index has gained 52% year to date, making it one of the best performing equity indexes in the world.

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The exchange plans to launch single stock futures and index futures in the fourth quarter of this year before expanding to a wider range of derivative products. The initiative will further diversify investment avenues and provide investors with hedging tools for effective risk management. 

The derivatives market will be accompanied by introducing central counterparty clearing (CCP) to promote clearing efficiency, stability and confidence in the market.

H.E. MOHAMMED ALI AL SHORAFA AL HAMMADI, CHAIRMAN, ADX : “ADX is on a journey to significantly enhance liquidity and expand market capitalization through our ‘ADX One’ strategy, which provides a clear road map for further development of a vibrant exchange. By deepening our capital markets and increasing the range of innovative products and services, we are supporting the UAE’s strategy for economic diversification, providing growth companies with favorable access to global capital and allowing investors to participate in the UAE’s ambitions.”

Saeed Hamad Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of ADX, added: “Our commercial relationship with Nasdaq dates to ADX’s establishment in 2000, and over the last two decades, we have collaborated on a range of initiatives to ensure investors benefit from efficient market infrastructure technology. We are confident that the launch of a derivatives market will be another important milestone, empowering investors on the exchange who wish to implement sophisticated trading strategies. Our strategy is to ensure that investors and issuers derive significant benefits of a sophisticated marketplace by investing further in technology, broadening our offering, and attracting a wider range of institutional investors.”

Lars Ottersgård, Executive Vice President and Head of Nasdaq Market Technology, said: “ADX continues to be an industry leader in innovating and evolving the Middle East’s capital market ecosystem. By leveraging Nasdaq’s robust and flexible technology solutions, ADX can further evolve its endeavors to expand into a leading derivatives marketplace and one of the largest multi-asset marketplaces in the Middle East. We look forward to progressing our technology partnership and supporting ADX in their growth journey.”

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Nasdaq’s end-to-end market technology powers more than 2,300 companies in 50 countries, spanning the world’s financial industry, including capital markets infrastructure operators, market participants, banks, and regulators.

The ADX One strategy, launched at the start of 2021, aims to bring a broader offering of products and services to market and invest in state-of-the-art infrastructure in partnership with global market leaders. As of August 2021, ADX has 78 companies listed on its main and Second Market.

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Hub71 opens door to innovators worldwide

The initiative aims to source high-quality global tech startups by engaging and nurturing key players in the wider innovation ecosystem…reports Asian Lite News

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has launched its Community Centre of Excellence, aimed at delivering world-class programmes to startups and founders at any stage in the life cycle to accelerate market access, talent hire and fundraising.

The Centre of Excellence will also deliver annual events and touchpoints between Hub71 startups and its corporate and government partners to create mutually beneficial commercial opportunities.

Hub71 inaugurated the Community Centre of Excellence at its first community event focused on HealthTech, involving startup pitches and onboarding. The “Founders Focus” event launched its new season and brought together leaders from influential healthcare organisations, Dr. Jamal Mohammed Alkaabi, Undersecretary of Department of Health-Abu Dhabi (DoH); Dr. Asma Al Mannaei, Director, Healthcare Quality Division at DoH etc, to partner with Hub71 on its value creation programme.

Together with HealthTech startups at Hub71, the event enabled entrepreneurs to directly network with leading Abu Dhabi-based multinational healthcare institutions and present their digital healthcare solutions being built and scaled in Abu Dhabi.

The Community Centre of Excellence represents the first time Hub71 is opening its doors for non-incentivised startups, investors, corporates, and government to benefit from the value created by the global tech ecosystem.

The initiative aims to source high-quality global tech startups by engaging and nurturing key players in the wider innovation ecosystem through a series of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual events. Open to organisations seeking to connect with entrepreneurial talent, The Community Centre of Excellence will drive further collaboration between like-minded organisations with a shared mission to drive innovation and further establish Abu Dhabi as a leading global tech hub.

Mohammad Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi, Chairman of Hub71, commented, “We are proud of the impact that Hub71 is generating, especially as we witness the shift in Abu Dhabi’s technology scene. Our vibrant and diverse community of innovators are actively engaging in dealmaking discussions with our partners. Startups are essential for maintaining a highly productive economy, and by providing the supporting infrastructure, investment, and engaged partners, it further establishes Abu Dhabi as the ideal environment for startups and SMEs to attract customers and gain real opportunities to generate impact.”

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Arjith Singh to perform live in Abu Dhabi

Bollywood Superstar Singer Arijit Singh to Thrill Fans with Concert at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena…reports Asian Lite News

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s forefront leisure and entertainment destinations, in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), and Portfolio Managing Events (PME), will welcome Bollywood’s most popular singer, Arijit Singh, to perform at Etihad Arena on 19 November 2021. Fans of Bollywood mega-star are in for an unmissable experience later this year and can purchase packages to extend their stay on the Island from yasisland.ae.

Singer Arijit Singh

One of the most versatile singers of the modern era, Singh’s appearance on Yas Island will be his first concert in the UAE capital for five years. He will be performing at the state-of-the-art Etihad Arena, the largest indoor entertainment venue in the Middle East.

With a voice that is synonymous with Indian Cinema, the Bollywood singer and composer will perform several of his popular songs, including ’Tum Hi Ho‘, ’Kabira‘, ’Ae Dil Hai Mushkil‘, and more, with an array of global musicians joining him on stage.

HE ALI HASSAN AL SHAIBA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF TOURISM AND MARKETING, DCT ABU DHABI: “Our aim this year is to safely bring back more exciting events and concerts to the capital of the UAE for residents and visitors to enjoy, and we are thrilled to be organising this special event. Arijit Singh is a brilliant artist who always enthrals his audience with his performance, which makes him a great choice for a concert at Etihad Arena at Yas Island. Fans in attendance can also enjoy the series of activations and offers available on Yas Island, providing them with ultimate entertainment experiences during the celebration, while ensuring the safety of staff, residents and visitors is a priority.”

Bollywood fans can make the most of their weekend by booking a ‘staycation’ on Yas Island at one of its leading hotels, including W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island and the recently opened Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, situated next to the Etihad Arena. Visitors can also add-on visits to Yas Theme Parks and attractions, including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, as well as enjoying world-class shopping and dining options, available through Yas Island’s website www.yasisland.ae.

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Arijit’s concert will be co-produced and promoted by a UAE-based company PME, a global leader in live events that has organised hundreds of live events around the world. PME is known for managing, executing and producing major concerts across the UAE and internationally, ensuring that the upcoming concert will be one of the most memorable performances of 2021 in Abu Dhabi.

Arijit Singh – Live in concert announcement 19 Nov 21

Tickets for Arijit Singh start from AED 150*, and are on sale now, with more information on www.etihadarena.ae, ae.bookmyshow.com & www.platinumlist.net.

Stringent health and safety measures will be maintained throughout the venue, in accordance with all current government guidelines.  Additionally, pod seating has been created for family and friends to safely enjoy the concert while social distancing from other groups in attendance. The seating capacity at Etihad Arena will be reduced with the pod seating structure in place.  As an additional precaution, face coverings are mandatory for all guests except when eating or drinking in their seats, as per government guidelines. Guests from 12 – 16 years old will require a valid negative PCR test with a 48-hour validity.  Guests who are 16 years old and above must be fully vaccinated and present the “E” or “*” status on the Al Hosn app and a negative PCR test with a 48-hour validity.