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London-based technology brand “Nothing” enters Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Market with Jarir Bookstore

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.
Business GCC UAE

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 […]
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Riyadh To Host International Conference To Examine Leveraging Digital Transformation In Justice Sector

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 […]
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Dubai Municipality intensifies preparations to ensure adherence to public health and food safety during Ramadan

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 […]
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Sharjah Airport Authority hosts annual ceremony

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 […]
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10 Startups Awarded $1 Million Cash Prizes at Accelerator Program Finals in Saudi Arabia

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
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UAE Neurologist launches evidence-based book

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 […]
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Saudi’s Potential To Take The Lead In Carbon Capture On The Road To Net-zero Emissions

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 […]
Business GCC UAE

H.E. Bin Touq visits UAE’s Palwal Logistics Park

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 […]