The Economic Integration Committee held its third meeting for the year 2025, chaired by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy. It was attended by H.E. Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and H.E. Alia bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, announced its recent talent acquisition efforts, resulting in a significant surge in the quantity and quality of its workforce, effectively reinforcing its ambitious growth strategy and commitment to operational excellence. The developer has grown from a modest team of merely seven employees in 2007 to an […]
Joseph Mews, a property investment company with a stellar portfolio of luxury UK residential developments ideal for UAE investors, has bolstered its portfolio with the addition of No. 30 St. Pauls – a newly launched development located in the prestigious Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham, UK. Having supported hundreds of GCC-based investors in building and
The countdown has officially begun as the city transforms into the ultimate gaming playground for the return of the epic fourth edition of the Dubai Esports and Games Festival (DEF) 2025. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) from 25 April to 11 May, the region’s largest and most exciting esports and gaming celebration […]
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has completed preparations for its upcoming trade mission to Angola and Mozambique, which will take place from 21–25 April. The mission comes as part of the chamber’s ‘New Horizons’ initiative, a strategic programme designed to support the international growth […]
In a groundbreaking moment for sustainable tourism in Seychelles, Constance Ephelia Resort has been crowned with the inaugural Sustainable Seychelles Platinum Award, the highest recognition for excellence in sustainability. The award was presented during the prestigious Sustainable Seychelles Recognition & Certification Ceremony, held at Eden Bleu Hotel on April 3rd,
Yango Ads, the Ad Tech division of Yango Group, a global tech company that transforms advanced technologies into practical services for people in their daily lives, has published its latest report, the 2025 Tourism Industry Guide, revealing a major shift in travel behaviour from emerging markets. Travellers from these regions are increasingly setting their sights […]
Research by Oxford Leadership Development and Research (OxfordLDR) suggests that the development of world-beating leadership skills could increase UAE company profits by around 15% and, therefore, add around $7.8bn pa to UAE listed companies’ profits (See full paper for all details[1]). OxfordLDR’s research is consistent with global research (cited), which found that
ORA Developers, a globally recognized real estate leader, has established its UAE headquarters at One Central. This strategic move reinforces ORA Developers’ regional expansion while directly supporting the UAE’s vision for sustainable, future-ready urban environments that drive economic growth. Founded by Eng. Naguib Sawiris, ORA Developers boasts a global portfolio
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) Board of Directors convened its regular meeting at the Federation’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday to review the current season’s progress, discuss preparations for the 17th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, and evaluate the National Team’s upcoming continental and international participations. Chaired by
A revolutionary new platform, Pro-Body.ae, has officially launched, offering an innovative solution for discovering and booking top-tier massage and spa services in Dubai and across the UAE. Designed to connect users with trusted wellness professionals and premium salons, Pro-Body.ae provides a seamless experience for comparing prices, reading verified
In its third edition, the Machines Can See Summit—recognized as the largest computer vision event and a leading AI gathering in the Gulf region—has garnered support from several prominent organizations, including Digital Dubai, Yango Group (known for its Arabic voice assistant and delivery robots), Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI),
Rigaku Corporation, a Group company of Rigaku Holdings Corporation (headquarters: Akishima, Tokyo; CEO: Jun Kawakami; hereinafter “Rigaku”), and SPERA PHARMA, Inc. (headquarters: Osaka; President & Representative Director: Keitaro Iwaki; hereinafter “SPERA PHARMA”) have initiated a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating and transforming pharmaceutical development
The ISPOR UAE Chapter, the local chapter of the leading international scientific and educational organization for health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), and AbbVie, a global biopharmaceutical company, today announced their intent to explore collaborative opportunities aimed at enhancing healthcare outcomes in the UAE. The Letter of Intent (LOI) was signed during
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) paid tribute to the legendary Umm Kulthum with a powerful evening of music, art, and cultural reflection. The special concert featured renowned Belgian-Tunisian artist Ghalia Benali, who delivered stirring performances of Umm Kulthum’s iconic songs at the university’s Zayed Theatre on Wednesday, April 16th, accompanied by Moufadhel
Luis Monreal has been appointed new Director Sales Middle East Lufthansa Group Airlines, starting 01 April 2021. Based in Dubai, he will be steering the sales and commercial activities as well as coordinating and managing the representation for Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss and Eurowings in the large Middle East sales region, consisting
As part of its commitment to advance healthcare innovation, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has announced a dual Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with Gilead Sciences, a global biopharmaceutical company, on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025 (ADGHW). As part of […]
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC) during Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 (ADGHW), to advance healthcare resilience and sustainability in the Emirate. Witnessed by H.E. Dr. Rashed Alsuwaidi, […]
Dubai Gets a Taste of Kolkata’s Iconic Aminia Restaurant – Now Open in Al Karama If you know, you know – Aminia isn’t just any restaurant. It’s a culinary legend from New Market, Kolkata, with over 95 years of heritage dating back to the British Raj. A go-to spot for generations of food lovers (including celebs like MF Hussain, Alia […]
The CEOs Advisory Council of the UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, held its meeting on April 16, 2025, chaired by His Excellency Abdulaziz Al-Ghurair, Chairman of UBF, to review the banking and financial sector’s performance during the past year (2024), and discuss developments, initiatives and plans in […]





























