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UAE Banks Federation organises lecture by global expert on risk management methods

News Desk 2 07/04/2023

The UAE Banks Federation organised a lecture by Professor Edward Altman, Professor of Financial Sciences at New York University and a global expert in the field of risk management and developer of the ZScore/ZValue theory, at the Mashreq Bank Theatre on 17 March 2023, which was attended by a

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HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan joins Cleveland Clinic

News Desk 2 06/04/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. April 06, 2023: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, a Mubadala Health partner, recently hosted a celebratory dinner in honor of its physicians and healthcare professionals. The dinner was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Vice Chairman, […]

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Saudi Space Mission Aims to Advance Science

News Editor 05/04/2023 0

The Saudi Space Commission has made public the tasks and scientific research that Saudi astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Al-Qarni will carry out during their trip to the International Space Station. In the second quarter of 2023, this mission will take place as part of Saudi Arabia’s program for astronauts. Science, Human Research, And The […]

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Saudi Arabia Announces Officially a $233 Million Film Industry Funding Initiative Targeting Local and International Businesses

News Editor 05/04/2023 0

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund has officially launched its Film Sector Financing Program, which provides funds to local and foreign film companies that want to join the growing film industry in Saudi Arabia. The $233 million (879 million Saudi Riyal) project, which is part of the country’s $1.1 billion IGNITE Digital Content Program, was first […]

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Riyadh’s First European Food Festival Takes Guests on a Gourmet Tour of Europe

News Editor 05/04/2023 0

Visitors to Riyadh’s first European Food Festival enjoyed authentic tastes and sensations from across Europe, which took place on March 16 and 17. The EU representative organized the event in Riyadh in partnership with the various embassies of EU member states, the Diplomatic Quarter in Riyadh, and the Saudi Commission for Culinary Arts. Jaap Ora, […]

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Saudi Arabian Amazon Policy Favors Young Parents

News Editor 05/04/2023 0

According to Abdo Chlala, country manager for Amazon Saudi Arabia, the company always strives to pay attention to its employees and evolve its employee experience. As a result, the company aims to ensure that its rules and benefits provide new parents with the assistance they need to succeed at work and at home. Amazon’s parental […]

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UAE emphasizes importance of international cooperation

News Desk 2 04/04/2023

Abu Dhabi, 4 April 2023: The UAE attended the G20 Trade and Investment Working Group (TIWG) meeting, which was held recently in Mumbai under India’s G20 Presidency. H.E. Juma Al Kait, Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Economy, led the UAE delegation to the first TIWG meeting for the year 2023. […]

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UAE discusses impact of modern technology

News Desk 2 04/04/2023

H.E. Abdulla Al Saleh, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Economy, represented the UAE at the seventh edition of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Conversation, which discussed the impact of metaverse on intellectual property (IP) management. The event took place recently at the WIPO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. During the session, the UAE

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AM Best Named Rating Agency of the Year at 2023 Insuretek International Conference in Dubai

Middle East News 247 04/04/2023

LONDON — AM Best is pleased to announce that it has received the award for Rating Agency of the Year at the 2023 Insuretek International Conference and Golden Shield Excellence Awards, held recently in Dubai. Accepting the award was Vasilis Katsipis, general manager, market development, representing AM Best’s Dubai office. “AM Best has a long-standing presence […]

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Brand Finance: Boubyan Fastest Growing Brand in Kuwait at Growth Rate of 33%

Middle East News 247 04/04/2023

Kuwait city, Kuwait — Boubyan Bank made a new achievement that adds to its successes over the past years, as the bank was ranked on the list of the top 10 most valuable and strongest Kuwaiti brands in terms of valuation for 2023, in addition to being ranked the fastest growing at a growth rate […]

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New Brands For Less store opens at Abu Dhabi’s Forsan Central Mall

News Desk 2 04/04/2023

April 4, 2023: BFL Group, one of the leading off-price and multi-brand retailers of the region, has launched its latest Brands For Less store in Abu Dhabi at the Forsan Central Mall. The newest store, which is located on the ground floor of the mall, represents the group’s ongoing expansion strategy and its commitment to […]

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Sharjah Airport discusses its sustainability efforts and initiatives

News Desk 2 03/04/2023

Sharjah Airport welcomed a delegation from the Arab Civil Aviation Organisation that examined various impactful initiatives, practices, and strategies undertaken at the Airport to achieve sustainability. The parties also exchanged expertise and knowledge in the field of sustainability, highlighting the airport’s commitment to social responsibility, which has been reflected

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The Future of Logistics is here: iCARRY Launches in the UAE

Middle East News 247 03/04/2023

Dubai, United Arab of Emirates — iCARRY announces the UAE launch of its leading technology-driven logistics platform that uses AI| ML modules to streamline the delivery chain between individual or business users and carriers providing a seamless and exceptional first and last mile delivery experience. With iCARRY’s Web and Mobile App, businesses and individuals can […]

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Netcracker Receives Vodafone Oman’s Chairman Award for Champion Partner of the Year

Middle East News 247 31/03/2023

WALTHAM, Mass. — Netcracker Technology announced today that it has received the Chairman Award for Champion Partner of the Year from Vodafone Oman in recognition of its invaluable contributions during the mobile operator’s first year of operations. A partner from day one, Netcracker played a key role in supporting Vodafone to develop new products and […]

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UAE Banks Federation CEOs Consultative Council holds its first meeting in 2023

News Desk 2 31/03/2023

The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation, the representative and unified voice of banks in the UAE, held its first meeting of the current year on 21 March 2023 under the chairmanship of H.E. Mohammed Omran Al Shamsi, Vice Chairman of UAE Banks Federation and Chairman of the CEOs Consultative Council, which was attended […]

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Bank of Sharjah Marks 50th Anniversary

News Desk 2 31/03/2023

Bank of Sharjah PJSC (Abu Dhabi SE: BOS) (the “Bank” or the “Group”), one of the leading commercial banks in the UAE, today announced its audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2022. Despite economic challenges, the Group demonstrated strong financial performance, and continued to adhere to a disciplined and focused approach in […]

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LG LAUNCHES THE WORLD’S FIRST 240HZ OLED GAMING MONITOR IN THE UAE

Middle East News 247 31/03/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its latest innovation in gaming technology with the launch of the world’s first 240Hz OLED gaming monitor in the UAE. The 45” UltraGear OLED curved monitor (45GR95QE model) pushes the boundaries of high-intensity gaming by offering a stunning picture quality of LG OLED technology coupled with […]

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UAE Council for Environmental and Municipal Work discusses national environmental goals

News Desk 2 30/03/2023

Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, chaired the first meeting of the UAE Council for Environmental and Municipal Work for 2023, where members discussed a range of critical and environmental issues, as well as partnership with the private sector. The meeting sought to support and advance the Council’s efforts […]

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Abu Dhabi University signs MoU with Atkins to enhance collaboration in nuclear and energy sectors

Middle East News 247 29/03/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Abu Dhabi University (ADU), one of the leading academic institutions in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Atkins, the leading global design, engineering and project management consultancy, that aims to enhance academic cooperation and exchange of scientific expertise between

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News Desk 2 29/03/2023

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