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Ministry of Economy and Tourism participates in Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026, highlights commitment to enhancing growth opportunities for entrepreneurs

H.E. Badreya Al Maidoor, Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector at the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, participated in a session titled “The Next Decade: The Future Global Standing of Abu Dhabi,” held as part of the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026, which drew strong participation from entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and
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Amnah Ajmal Launches SheKnows to Redefine Women’s Leadership Through 1:1 Access to Global C-Suite Leaders

SheKnows, a global digital platform, made in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has officially launched with a focus on supporting senior women leaders globally to bring gender equity and drive influence at the highest levels of business and decision-making. The launch comes as organizations across the world, especially in the Middle East & Africa region (MEA), face
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Standard Chartered wins ‘Islamic Bank of the Year’ and ‘Most Innovative Sukuk’ Awards by The Banker, marking a milestone for its Islamic banking franchise

Standard Chartered has been named ‘Islamic Bank of the Year’ and awarded ‘Most Innovative Sukuk’ by The Banker, with the latter recognising the Bank’s role in ADNOC’s debut international sukuk issuance. The awards reflect the strength of the Bank’s Islamic banking platform across affluent, corporate and institutional clients, and its ability to deliver Shariah-compliant
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Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) partners with Al Ghurair in multi-year agreement to enhance citywide festivals and experiences

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has entered into a three-year strategic partnership with Al Ghurair, one of the region’s leading diversified family business groups, further strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors to elevate Dubai’s year-round programme of festivals and
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FIX Dessert Chocolatier Invites Residents to Write their ‘Messages from the UAE’ at Kite Beach this Weekend

FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the home-grown brand behind ‘The Original Dubai Chocolate,’ is bringing the sweetness of the UAE to life through an immersive art installation at Kite Beach on 9th and 10th May. In partnership with Careem, the digital activation invites residents to write their messages of kindness, unity, and positivity – which will be […]
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The Emirates Publishers Association Discusses Priorities for the Next Phase at its 2026 Ordinary General Assembly

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) held its Ordinary General Assembly for 2026, in the presence of the EPA Board Members, along with officials from the Ministry of Community Empowerment, reaffirming its commitment to advancing corporate governance and fostering transparency and stakeholder engagement within the UAE’s publishing sector. The session commenced with
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LG ELECTRONICS RELEASES FIRST-QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS

LG Electronics Inc. (LG) announced consolidated revenue of USD 16.24 billion and operating profit of USD 1.14 billion for the first quarter of 2026. Revenue hit its highest first-quarter level in company history, marking a 4.3 percent increase year-over-year. LG also delivered its third-highest operating profit for a first quarter, up 32.9 percent year-over-year. The […]
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A complete Eid family experience in central Dubai

This Eid Al Adha, Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai invites families to reconnect and celebrate together with a thoughtfully curated Eid Family Staycation, starting from just AED 550. Designed to bring loved ones closer through shared experiences, the offer combines warm hospitality, festive dining, and family-friendly moments — all within one seamless stay in
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NFPA Board Names Ross Ashley as Next CEO and President

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) Board of Directors unanimously voted to appoint Ross Ashley, a visionary executive with more than 30 years’ experience in corporate leadership, public safety, intelligence and emergency management as the next president and CEO.   “For 130 years NFPA standards, research, public education and training have been the
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Dubai Chambers hosts workshop on institutional excellence and adaptability for 226 business representatives

Dubai Chambers recently organised a virtual seminar attended by 226 private sector representatives, aimed at showcasing models of institutional excellence and resilience in enhancing companies’ ability to adapt to global changes. The session examined ways to sustain business performance amid fast-evolving international developments.   Participants benefitted from practical