UAE suspends entry of all Gulf nationals ahead of Covid-19 pre-check
Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces suspension which took effect at midnight on Friday Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
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Saudi Arabia unveils new virus prevention steps to deliver $32bn savings
Finance Ministry will exempt the private sector from some government fees and delay other payments under new measures Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Wizz Air launch to boost Abu Dhabi visitor numbers, says tourist chief
Saood Al Hosani says launch of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi in Q3 will attract more international tourists to UAE capital Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
So what impact will Covid-19 have on UAE property markets?
Savills says any disruption to the UAE’s property sector caused by the new coronavirus is likely to be short-term Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Oman plans to cut spending by 5% as virus, oil price slump bites
Oman TV reports that the government is also preparing a public debt law and will conduct regular budget re Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Blackrock, Snam said to bid for stake in $15bn ADNOC unit
Sources say Abu Dhabi state energy giant is deciding when to set a timeline for the next round of offers Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Saudi king warns of 'difficult' fight against impact of coronavirus
King Salman makes televised speech as the kingdom faces double blow of virus-led shutdowns and low oil prices Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Abu Dhabi orders tour operators to halt services in new tourism blow
Special teams of inspectors will ensure the ban on activities for all sea cruises, desert camps, safaris is being enforced Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Kuwaiti woman forced into quarantine after self-isolating violations
Virus suspect had posted a video showing her going to the blood bank to make a donation despite being in self-isolation Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Coronavirus death toll in Iran jumps again to nearly 1,300
Health Ministry announces a further 149 deaths related to Covid-19 as total infections soar to over 18,400 Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)