COVID-19 Across The UAE - Daily Update (May 5, 2020)

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The Dubai South Free Zone has announced an economic stimulus package for new and existing businesses.

United Arab Emirates Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Category	Recent Developments
Economic Measures	The Dubai South Free Zone has announced an economic stimulus package for new and existing businesses. The package includes a 20% reduction in renewal fees and various penalty waivers. (Link) The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority has released a document that outlines all of the UAE's coronavirus response measures to date, including summaries of the various economic stimulus packages. (Link)
Health & Safety	On May 04, the UAE saw 567 new cases (+0.5% from the previous day) of the coronavirus, bringing the total to 14,730 total confirmed cases.(Link) Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) has introduced a new screening facility in Mussaffah to further support Abu Dhabi's efforts to conduct wide-spread testing in the area.(Link) Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) has announced the launch of the 'I am Committed' initiative in collaboration with 81 Designs, UAE based social enterprise. The program aims to increase awareness of government efforts to minimize the spread of the coronavirus.(Link) Abu Dhabi University has developed and launched a new interactive chat platform, 'SAIF', using artificial intelligence technology. The chatbot is designed to enhance Abu Dhabi University's website offerings and is also capable of answering user's questions about the coronavirus.(Link) Mubadala Healthcare initiates 3D printing solution for critical medical supplies needed to battle the coronavirus.(Link) Dubai Future Foundation has launched its latest report titled 'Life After COVID-19' that highlights the impact of social distancing on society.(Link) Expo 2020 has officially been postponed until October 2021.(Link)
Travel	Emirates SkyCargo reconnects six continents with scheduled cargo flights with 67 global destinations on a weekly basis. (Link) Emirates and Etihad Airways have canceled their flights to the Philippines after the country closes to passenger planes. (Link)
Daily Life	Dubai police have announced that more than 3 people from the same family may travel together in the same car.(Link) Malls in Abu Dhabi are starting to re-open, with Yas Mall, Al Jimi Mall and Galleria Mall now re-opened with certain health and safety measures in place. (Link) (Link)

Originally published 5 May, 2020

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COVID-19 Across The UAE - Daily Update (May 5, 2020)

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