Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

We asked CNN journalist Richard Quest, who also told us about his new Dubai documentary and his own experience with coronavirus. Plus, we speak to the boss of the free zone DMCC that added more than 2,000 companies last year. In this candid interview, Ahmed bin Sulayem also spoke about UAE - Israel relations.

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We speak to the managing director of a charter jet company to see if that business is likely to continue. Plus, it's Australia Day - we look at the best and famous exports of Australia and get an update on their Expo 2020 Dubai pavilion. 

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Dr Farida Al Hosani of Abu Dhabi Public Health Center addressed recent rumours of vaccine shortages. We look at what you need to know about scheduling your second dose with the medical director of NYU Abu Dhabi and we speak to the restauranter giving discounts for those who've been vaccinated against Covid-19.

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We talk to Dubai Economy about the new physical distancing measures for businesses. Plus we hear from one brunch organiser about how the measures have affected their business. And we pay tribute to veteran broadcaster Larry King, who died over the weekend, aged 87. 

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It's a flippant question but a serious subject - how much can a company weigh in on its employees movements during a pandemic? We get the thoughts of Al Tamimi employment lawyer Gordon Barr. Plus, we look back on last night’s inauguration of Joe Biden. What have we learned about his approach to business and the economy in his first 12 hours? 

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We ask the bosses at Emirates and IATA Gulf as the airline along with Etihad Airways has become one of the first  to trial an IATA travel Pass - a digital wallet with covid test and vaccination information. Plus it's Inauguration day in the US - we find out what a Biden presidency means for the US economy, and the rest of us.

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We hear from the boss of a new 50-storey tower in Dubai’s financial centre Rob Devereux and Dana Salbak, head of research at real estate consultancy giant JLL. Plus, we look at new research into what employees want from the health insurance cover post covid. 

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Privilee has seen membership increase by more than 50 per cent in the past few months. We speak to the COO. Plus, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is set to kick off at the end of this month. But how do you throw a meeting of minds during a pandemic?

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Aviation lawyer Nick Humphrey explores the impact on Emirates; the Aussie economy; and major sports events such as India’s current cricket tour, and next month’s tennis. Plus, we look at Expo 2020 Dubai's latest plans and projections including a pavilion which is now open to the public. And Brandy shares her experience of getting the COVID-19 vaccine including a handy tip for when you go.

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In this vaccine special we hear from prominent doctors in the UAE, leading the fight against COVID-19, who have told us why vaccinations are essential at the moment. We also discuss aviation and Sir Tim Clarke’s bullish comments about Emirates. 

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