UAE Banks Federation Board of Directors convened its first meeting for the year 2023 on March 16th under the leadership of His Excellency Abdulaziz Al-Ghurair, Chairman of the Board of Directors of UAE Banks Federation. The Board discussed the latest developments, trends, and challenges in the
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Dubai Municipality has won three local and international accolades in the first quarter of 2023. The Municipality received the British Safety Council award and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) award for its excellence in the category of occupational health and safety. In addition, it ranked first in the Research and Innovation […]
With Eid just around the corner, online shopping has significantly increased in the UAE. This surge in eCommerce has impacted not only retailers but also small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the logistics industry in the MENA region. According to research, there is a potential 33% surge in shopping volumes in the MEA region during […]
Bookmypet – a UAE-based digital platform that connects pet owners to local service providers – is one of seven winners of Nestlé Purina PetCare Unleashed 2023 Accelerator Lab and will participate in the fourth cohort of its acclaimed accelerator programme. Bookmypet and the other winners will receive a CHF 50,000 to upscale their businesses, in […]
Qatar Tourism, in partnership with Qatar Airways, announces an exciting calendar of lively and family-friendly events to mark the joyous occasion of Eid, as part of its ‘Feel Eid in Qatar’ campaign (April 21 – 23). Ranging from spectacular music concerts with the region’s most revered artists, to fun-filled children’s shows, visitors to Qatar are […]
Dubai, UAE – April 13, 2023 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that Atlantis The Royal, a new resort from Kerzner International on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, has been outfitted with its industry-leading displays, including The Wall, as well as Samsung Smart Signage displays both indoors and outdoors. Following the 2023 grand opening of […]
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (05 April 2023)— The National Aquarium is pleased to announce that Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back, an audio visual exhibition curated by the National Geographic, will open at the aquarium in Al Qana, the liveliest waterfront destination in Abu Dhabi, this Eid (21st April). The exhibition draws upon over a […]
Abu Dhabi, 13 April 2023: H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with H.E. Ian Burg, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Trade in Malta, during which, he highlighted the UAE’s strong relations with Malta. He explained that these relations are founded on the two countries’ shared aspirations to […]
13 April 2023 (Abu Dhabi, UAE) – Following the enormous success of his show in Dubai last year and coming off the highly acclaimed Universal Picture film, Easter Sunday and his recent Netflix special, the internationally renowned comedian, Jo Koy, returns to the UAE as part of his 2023 World Tour for another unforgettable performance featuring ALL NEW
(RIYADH): KPMG in Saudi Arabia has partnered with the General Authority for SMEs (Monsha’at) as it launches the third annual Global Tech Innovator (GTI) competition. This competition is set out to recognize leading tech innovators in the Kingdom, allow them to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of judges, enable them to get global […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — SNC-Lavalin, a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, has been awarded a project management services contract by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) for the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of its bus network as part of the King Abdulaziz Public Transport Project. The […]
Dubai, April 12, 2023 – The magnificent Dubai Museum of the Future will host the annual international ‘Machines Can See’ summit. With the support of Ministry for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the event scheduled for May 2, 2023, aims to bring together world-renowned experts […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 2023 – Spring has blossomed in season and so have Novotel Dubai Al Barsha’s monthly offers. Situated in the heart of Dubai, the hotel is the go-to destination for travellers and residents alike looking for a home away from escape. Novotel Dubai Al Barsha’s outlets; 365 and Deck Se7en are […]
The World Food Program Lauds Saudi Arabia For Their Generous Contributions: The UN World Food Program has commended Saudi Arabia’s critical contribution to the battle against hunger and poverty in the region and beyond. The MENA- Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe Regional Director, Corinne Fleischer, praised the Kingdom’s contributions, which go
Saudi Arabia Presents Its Water Strategy During a High-level United Nations Conference: Abdulaziz Al-Shaibani, the Deputy Minister for Water Affairs at the Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, stated that Saudi Arabia is setting the standard for unconventional water supply through desalination. He discussed Saudi Arabia’s water strategy at the
The comprehensive Digital Experience Lab, a program launched by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), aims to raise the standard of customer service delivered through digital channels. It also hopes to enhance employees’ interaction with digital systems by involving the appropriate personnel in the design stages of digital services. Mattar Al Tayer,
DUBAI, UAE, APRIL 11, 2023 – For plant-based diners in Dubai looking for a welcoming space to enjoy healthy food in the city, look no further than Planet Terra – The Greens’ new neighbourhood spot that serves up an entirely vegan menu using good-for-you whole ingredients and no GMOs, no refined sugars, and no artificial […]
Nestlé Saudi Arabia has partnered with the Saudi National Center for Corporate Social Responsibility to distribute 1 million Iftar meals across the Kingdom as part of its Iftar Sayem initiative. Reflecting the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan and fostering strong community values, the campaign engaged 950 trained volunteers to ensure the highest standards […]
The UAE has been ranked 11th globally in the export of goods in 2022 with the total value of its goods trade amounting to USD 599 billion. The country accounted for 2.4 per cent of global merchandise exports with a 41 per cent growth. When the European Union countries are treated as a single group, […]
Juma Al Majid Est. (JAME), the official distributor of Genesis in the UAE, proudly announces that it has won the award from Genesis Middle East for the highest sales growth in 2022. This momentous accomplishment serves as a testament to JAME’s steadfast commitment and pursuit of excellence in providing top-tier products and services, ensuring unparalleled […]





























