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COVID-19

UN: Swift rebound for world trade still possible through joint action to thwart coronavirus

Given the unprecedented nature of the new coronavirus crisis, it is hard to determine precisely what its economic impact – and prospects for recovery – will be, the Geneva-based trade body said.  But WTO econom...

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COVID-19 threatening global peace and security, UN chief warns

António Guterres said heightened solidarity is needed if the world is to defeat the crisis, which he called the “gravest test since the founding of this Organization”, with Governments already strug...

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COVID-19

ACE Insurance Brokers warns COVID-19 is amplifying online scams and attacks

As cybercriminals prey on global fear, business and economic uncertainty caused by the coronavirus outbreak is amplifying scams and attacks, companies and individuals must be extra vigilant to the increasing th...

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Automation Anywhere offers solutions for remote working and business continuity

Automation Anywhere has announced intelligent automation solutions to empower governments, healthcare organisations and enterprises to implement remote working and business continuity programmes as they navigat...

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flydubai Cargo continues to enable the movement of vital goods in the region

flydubai has allocated six Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft to operate as all-cargo flights to enable the movement of essential goods across its network and beyond. This follows the temporarily suspensio...

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Emirates Post reduces operating hours in Dubai based centres

Named a vital service, Emirates Post remains open for business however will further reduce working hours on a temporary basis at all its Dubai-based Customer Happiness Centres. This decision is in line with the...

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COVID-19

Visa Foundation commits $210 million to support small and micro businesses

The Visa Foundation today announced a commitment of two programs totalling $210 million to support small and micro businesses, aligning with the Foundation’s long-term focus on women’s economic advancement and ...

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COVID-19

UN: Middle East envoys urge greater action on COVID-19 ceasefire appeal

While many parties have responded positively to the UN chief’s appeal, they stressed that more needs to be done to translate it into action. “Too many in the Middle East have endured conflict and de...

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COVID-19

WHO: Children’s book released to help the young cope with COVID-19

A new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World ...

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UN chief calls on religious leaders to unite in the fight against COVID-19

António Gutteres made the call in a special appeal issued on Saturday, and at a time when Christians are celebrating Easter, Jews are marking Passover, and Muslims will soon begin the holy month of Ramadan. &#8...