Omnix, an end-to-end digital solutions and services pioneer, announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE), a scientific vocational council that promotes the development of the engineering profession, to train and empower a new
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Saudi German Hospital (SGH) in Riyadh, a multi-speciality tertiary care hospital part of the Saudi German Health Group, hosted its first ever Open House Doctor’s Day for all physicians in the city of Riyadh. The event, which took place in the hospital’s auditorium, included a workshop on health insurance, networking sessions, a tour of the […]
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 22nd March 2023 – Jarir Bookstore, KSA’s longest established bookstore and leading consumer tech retailer, has announced an exclusive partnership with London-based technology brand Nothing, bringing Phone (1) to the Saudi Arabia market. Phone (1) will be available across all stores and Jarir.com starting from the 1st of March 2023.
UAE-based financial sector reaffirms its commitment to spearhead sustainability goals ahead of COP28
Dubai, UAE – As global efforts to tackle climate change continue to gather momentum, pressure is mounting on the Middle East finance sector to play its rightful role by innovating and deploying initiatives and partnerships aimed at achieving environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives. Ahead of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the […]
The Saudi Ministry of Justice, from March 5 to 6, 2023, will host the first International Conference on Justice in Riyadh. The goal of this conference is to bring together experts, judges, and important decision-makers from the legal fields of more than 30 countries to discuss how digital technology is changing the field of justice. Digital […]
Dubai, UAE, 21 March 2023 Dubai Municipality has completed its preparations for ensuring optimum health and safety, and food safety standards during the holy month of Ramadan by maximising its inspection visits to markets, food retailers, and food preparation facilities in the Emirate of Dubai. The Municipality has further emphasized that abattoirs are ready and […]
Sharjah Airport Authority hosted its annual ceremony at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention to commemorate its achievements in 2022 and to honour the employees that contributed to this success. The event was held under the presence of His Excellency Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, His Excellency Sheikh Faisal Bin Saoud Al […]
Dubai, 21 March 2023: In line with the announcement of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, as 2023 being the ‘Year of Sustainability’ in the UAE, Dubai Government Workshop maintains its commitment to the principles of sustainability and has held water preservation as key priority through the launch of the […]
One of the oldest accelerator programs in the Middle East, TAQADAM, recently granted ten startups a cash pool totaling $1 million. The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology established the initiative in cooperation with the Saudi British Bank. This year’s annual accelerator program showcase marked the sixth year of the launch of the prize ceremony. Over
Dubai/Kuwait, March 20, 2023: Advancing the prospect of sustainable marine transportation in the region, a pioneering electric marine vessel maker, Crown Electric Ships and Boats Dubai, today announced clinching a deal with the Badr Sultan Group of Kuwait, to develop and supply a fleet of zero-emission electric yachts for the region. The company said the deal […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 2023: Novotel Dubai Al Barsha, the hospitality destination in the heart of Dubai, is excited to announce its special Eid al-Fitr staycation offer for families and couples. For just AED 599, this incredible full-board package promises to provide a relaxing and unforgettable experience for two to celebrate the blessed holiday. […]
Jeddah, KSA – 20 March 2023 – Airbus rolled out its mission-critical solutions in the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as the motorsport spectacle’s official secure communication technology provider. Deployed in the vital points of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit were Airbus TMR880i, THR880i, TH1N, and TH9 Tetra radios and RCS9500 Radio Dispatch Console.
Abu Dhabi, UAE. March 20 2022: A Moorfields Eye Hospital ophthalmologist has performed a life-changing surgery on a 23-year-old patient after diagnosing him with a progressive eye disease that is prevalent in Middle Eastern communities. Mogemad Osama, an Ajman University student from Palestine who plans to become a dentist, struggled for years with devastating vision […]
The Industrialist Program is a new UAE initiative that aims to increase Emiratisation in the industrial sector and improve the region’s capabilities. The initiative was made possible by an MoU signed by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technologies (MoIAT), the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE), and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness
20 March 2023; Dubai, UAE…..“The 21st-century world of work is going to be different. It is important to be educated and prepared for the multiple career changes which are going to be part of the new world”. Dr. Sweta Adatia, a Neurologist at RAK Hospital in UAE through her new book ‘Future Ready Now’ provides […]
As nations throughout the world step up their efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emission objectives and mitigate the effects of climate change, oil, and gas-producing nations, in particular, are under great pressure to quickly shift to green energy sources. According to Bloomberg, $6.4 billion will be invested globally in carbon capture and storage projects this […]
The HRMFDAP and the UNESCO Regional Centre for Quality and Excellence in Education have agreed to work together more closely in the areas of education and research by signing an MoU. The agreement was signed at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library on the margins of the World Conference for Innovation in Education, which was hosted by HRH Sheikh Mohammed […]
The UAE Ministry of Education is advancing artificial intelligence in education. A policy that will guide academics and teachers on how to employ language models for generative AI is currently being put together. In this approach, tutoring powered by AI will be used in all of the schools in the Emirates. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al […]
Abu Dhabi, 17 March 2023: H.E Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, held a meeting with H.E. Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso, Minister of International Cooperation and Public-Private Partnership Development of the Republic of the Congo, to explore the means to strengthen economic, trade, and investment cooperation between the two […]
Abu Dhabi, 17 March 2023: H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, visited the UAE’s Palwal Logistics Park project in New Delhi, which was developed by Hind Terminals Private Limited, Sharaf Group’s subsidiary in India. The Minister of Economy was welcomed by General (eng.) Sharaf Aldeen Sharaf Al Hashmi, Vice Chairman of Sharaf […]