The share of Information and Communication Technology in non-oil GDP at current prices surged to 40.7 billion during 2017, a growth of 3.9 percent over the previous year, according to figures released recently by the Statistics Centre- Abu Dhabi (SCAD), which indicated as well that the total contribution of the sector to the non-oil GDP amounted to 4.1 percent by the end of 2017 from 4.00 percent by the end of 2016.

Abu Dhabi has been named the ‘2018 Luxury Travel Destination’ at the prestigious China Travel and Meeting Industry Awards, which were held in Beijing, China. The Emirate was nominated alongside more than 20 other destinations including Switzerland and South Africa, with the UAE capital triumphing to claim the top accolade. The award was presented to DCT Abu Dhabi representatives at a gala dinner in the presence of more than 200 members of China’s travel and tourism industry.

During the United Nations General Assembly Third Committee meeting on social development, youth delegates from the United Arab Emirates shared how the country’s leadership encourages and enables youth to participate in leadership and decision-making roles.

Etihad Airways is reinforcing its partnership with leading wildlife charity, Born Free, by refreshing its popular ‘Etihad Explorers’ children’s packs, which now include an activity booklet developed with Born Free. The aim is to provide the airline’s younger guests with a greater understanding of animal welfare and how they can play a part in reducing man’s impact on fragile natural habitats, wildlife conservation and wild animal welfare. First launched in September 2016, Etihad Explorers is the airline’s children’s brand, featured on activity packs and meal items. It aims to instill a sense of excitement and anticipation during their journey.

Abu Dhabi's 2017 GDP estimates at current prices was AED 832,470 million compared with AED 760,396 million in 2016, according to the Statistical Yearbook of Abu Dhabi 2018 released by the Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) on Monday. ''The GDP per capita at current prices amounted to AED 287,700, while total fixed capital formation was AED 182,341 million, while the compensation of employees was AED 233,573 million,'' showed the annual publication, which closely monitors the whole spectrum of indicators that gauge the comprehensive development taking place across the Emirate.