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Regulator of Dubai's financial centre stresses "renewed emphasis" on governance post-Abraaj collapse
DFSA CEO Bryan Stirewalt says regulator will look at "possibly changing" governance rules if Abraaj investigations reveal any weaknesses
PM May urged to set her own exit date to get Brexit deal
Still unclear how, when or if Brexit will ever take place.
Dubai private schools can no longer easily raise fees
New framework will be based on encouraging schools to improve performance and maintain desired quality levels.
Oman launches e-visa system to boost tourism
Oman fast becoming one of most favored tourist destinations in GCC region,
Over 34,000 plots distributed in 2018: Oman's Ministry of Housing
The largest number of plots was distributed in Dakhliyah governorate with a total of 8,441 for various purposes
Brexit up in the air as May faces possible plot, parliament tries to grab control
May faces plot to oust her - Sunday Times
Speed limits to change on select UAE roads
The police are considering changing speed limits to better manage traffic and prevent accidents.
No construction work to be allowed in Muscat between dusk and dawn
Contractors will also now only obtain a permit for works
New radars, smart cameras to come up on 5 Sharjah roads
The police have managed to halve the number of fatalities on these roads in 2018.
First-of-its-kind: Pakistan digital visa policy set to boost visitor opportunities
Pakistan is emerging as a high demand destination for foreign tourists.
Insights
Under pressure, Britain's May scrambles to win support for Brexit deal
Will seek Brexit delay at EU summit later this week
NOPEC bills provide useful leverage for the White House
The current NOPEC bills are likely to make little progress in Congress while oil prices remain around $70 per barrel
Illinois budget debate raises key questions on taxing retirement income
Illinois is one of the few states that have an income tax but do not tax any retirement income.
