Expats in the UAE sent home more than AED 80 billion during the first half of this year.
According to the Central Bank, around 40 per cent of this amount (AED 33 billion) was transferred through money exchange companies and the rest from banks.
India was the top receiving country, accounting for 37.2 per cent of the total remittances.
The other major beneficiaries were Pakistan (10.5 per cent), the Philippines (7.2 per cent) and Egypt (6.3 per cent).
UAE to get 100 Primary Care facilities by 2030
Aster Clinics UAE has announced plans to expand its network from 85 to over 100 facilities across the UAE by 2030, with a commitment to invest AED 100 million and increase staff strength to 4,100 across the country.
DEWA discusses expanding international operations in UK
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA) international branch visited London this week to meet with senior leadership from ING and Actis.
UAE looks to deepen trade ties with Canada during Toronto visit
The UAE is looking to strengthen trade and investment ties with Canada following a visit to Toronto by Minister of Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi.
DEWA International explores partnerships with French energy firms
DEWA International has held talks with several leading French energy companies as it looks to expand its global presence following its launch last month.
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