The Arabian Business UAE Forum is back for 2022, this time as a two-day event featuring thought-leaders and experts to address technology and mental health
talent attraction
Bahrain Economists Society
Further visa reform on the horizon after UAE ‘ups its game’ with unemployment scheme: experts
Initiative will create a ‘safety-net’ encouraging workers to remain in the country while looking for their next job
CRTKL
Video: Four key disruptors that are reshaping the future of the workplace
With more than 40 percent of the global workforce likely to leave their employer this year, the attraction and retention of top talent has become more important than ever before
Arabian Travel Market
Investing in long-term employee success is critical to bridging talent retention gaps in the hotel sector
Organisations must survey and talk to their current employees, especially newly on-boarded and front-line employees, an expert said
Anjali Samuel
Key factors that are driving increased attrition and steps business leaders can take to address it
To retain top talent, businesses need to rethink their organisational structures, offer employee feedback, onboard effectively, and provide development opportunities. Here are other measures that can be taken to avoid attrition.
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How will the UAE’s new venture capital fund help overcome obstacles in the nation’s startup sector?
While the $100 million fund announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed is a prime example of the drive to be at the forefront of a digital future, it is also crucial for startups in the fintech space where areas of success may be uncertain, experts said
100% foreign ownership
UAE, China to improve investment flow with a focus on AI, clean energy, and future economy sectors
UAE is the second-largest trading partner of China in the Arab world acquiring 20 percent of its total trade, while the volume of Emirati investments in China amount to approximately $544.5 million
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Golden Visa rules have changed the UAE’s talent supply and demand equation
Ayman Kattan, the chief people officer at Bayzat, shares how the new long-term visa and UAE entry permit rules create opportunities for the agile, but pose a threat for firms that don’t invest in talent development
DIFC Employee Workplace Savings Plan
Renewed focus on employee benefits is critical to economic growth
Employees all over the world are generally underwhelmed with benefits, and firms in the UAE now have an opportunity to gain an edge in the war for talent by focusing on financial well-being and protection
10-year visa in UAE
Golden Visas will attract top talent, but recruiters must ensure a good experience
Recruiters provide many with their first flavour of the region, and for many that experience is below expectations
10-year visa in UAE
New UAE visa rules will spur influx of skilled AI talent and boost in-country competition, experts tell AB
Beyond providing stability for individuals and families, the visa changes may also help foster intra company competition that would make the tech sphere more competitive
Business entry visa
UAE opens borders with new job exploration visa, five-year tourist visa, and non-sponsor business permits
For the first time, the UAE Cabinet has approved a number of new entry permits and visas that do not need a host or sponsor
Entrepreneur
Five-year Green Residence visa to include skilled employees, investors, freelancers, with added family benefits
Under the UAE Cabinet’s new measures, Green Residence visa holders will be permitted to stay in the country for a grace period of 6 months after the permit is cancelled or expired
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Top business leaders claim that attracting and retaining talent remains the biggest challenge for growth in 2022
Talent, company culture, and employee engagement remain key challenges faced by organisations, according to the inaugural Cooper Fitch GCC CEO report
brand identity
How to attract and retain talent in the F&B industry
When people know that your establishment has a superb leadership team and the ideal working environment, they will be waiting in line to work for you
Dubai
Saving scheme for foreign employees in gov’t roles to increase UAE’s talent attraction and retention: experts
The initiative will also boost the economy by allowing for capital to be invested through locally managed firms; private sector expected to follow suite
