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IMF Regional Economic Outlook Projects 3.1 per cent GDP Growth in the MENA Region

News Desk 03/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, May 3, 2023: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today hosted a hybrid event to launch the May 2023 Regional Economic Outlook (REO) for the Middle East and Central Asia region at the Dubai International Financial Centre. The IMF finds that despite global shocks, growth in the

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ICAI Dubai Chapter Prepares Accounting Professionals for IESBA Code of Ethics

News Desk 03/05/2023

Date: Dubai, UAE; May 3, 2023 All accounting and auditing professionals in the UAE will have to maintain the highest level of compliance as per the new Code of Ethics announced by the International Ethics Standards Board of Accountants that is going to be implemented in the UAE by December 31, 2023, senior officials and […]

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Kia and The Waste Lab partnership achieves significant reduction

News Desk 03/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 3, 2023: Kia Corporation partnered with Dubai-based start-up, The Waste Lab, and successfully achieved a substantial reduction in food waste, carbon emissions during a three-stage GCC-based campaign launched during the month of Ramadan – from March 22 to April 19. The composting initiative by The Waste Lab created local resources […]

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Mariam Almheiri showcases the UAE’s ambitious vision and efforts to enhance global climate action during the “Petersberg Climate Dialogue” in Germany

News Desk 03/05/2023

Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment to the United Arab Emirates, is participating in the Petersberg Climate Dialogue event this week to highlight the UAE’s efforts and ambitious vision for enhancing global climate action. The event, which is hosted by the UAE and the Federal Republic of Germany, aims […]

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Hurtan Automoviles debuts in the UAE with “Hurtan Grand Albaycin”

News Desk 03/05/2023

Hurtan Automoviles, the Spanish luxury car manufacturer, has recently debuted in the UAE with the unveiling of its flagship model, the “Hurtan Grand Albaycin.” The launch marks a significant milestone for the brand’s global expansion ambition, as it seeks to establish a strong presence in the Middle East market. The Hurtan Grand Albaycin is a […]

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The Prime Minister Highlights UAE Government’s Remarkable Accomplishments Over The Past 17 Years

News Editor 02/05/2023

The Prime Minister Highlights UAE Government’s Remarkable Accomplishments Over The Past 17 Years: The Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai praised the accomplishments of the UAE’s Cabinet and the federal government over the past 17 years, highlighting their commitment to continuing the nation’s development path. Notably, since 2006, they have passed numerous

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The Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO) Has Unveiled Its New Diplomatic Connect Platform For Digital Diplomacy

News Editor 02/05/2023

The Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO) Has Unveiled Its New Diplomatic Connect Platform For Digital Diplomacy: The DCO has launched the “Diplomatic Connect” platform. It is a new platform to promote digital diplomacy for member states and international partner organizations. The DCO’s mission is to enable digital prosperity by accelerating the growth

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Space-Grown Tomatoes Collected By UAE Astronaut Set To Enhance Research Upon Return To Earth

News Editor 02/05/2023

Space-Grown Tomatoes Collected By UAE Astronaut Set To Enhance Research Upon Return To Earth: This weekend, tomatoes harvested in space by Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi will return to Earth to help support future missions. The little greenhouse on board the International Space Station is where the dwarf vegetables were grown in December. NASA’s Innovative […]

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KAFD DMC Joins Forces To Promote Stem Education For Girls And Women Through The Girls4tech

News Editor 02/05/2023

KAFD DMC Joins Forces To Promote Stem Education For Girls And Women Through The Girls4tech: On International Women’s Day this year, the KAFD Development and Management Company, Mastercard, Misk Schools, UNESCO, and the UN Global Compact launched the Girls4Tech STEM education program for young girls in the Kingdom. The goal of the Girls4Tech program is to […]

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Governor Of Madinah Establishes Al-Shifa Health Endowment Fund

News Editor 02/05/2023

Governor Of Madinah Establishes Al-Shifa Health Endowment Fund: The governor of Madinah and the chairman of the Alshifa Endowment Supervision Council, Prince Faisal bin Salman, introduced the Alshifa Health Endowment Fund on Friday in Madinah. The fund provides funding for health care for residents who don’t have access to free health care and or access to […]

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GE and UICCA sign MoU to accelerate energy transition and advance innovative climate solutions

News Desk 02/05/2023

Dubai, UAE; May 2, 2023: GE (NYSE:GE) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), a think tank and accelerator focused on driving the transition to a green economy, to collaborate across three broad actionable pillars and build the momentum around climate action in the UAE and […]

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GCC’s biggest online medical education platform Healthvarsity launched

News Desk 02/05/2023

Dubai, UAE: 2nd May, 2023: Healthvarsity LLC, the GCC region’s biggest online learning platform for health professionals, using AI and blockchain technology, was launched in Dubai today by one of the region’s pioneers in healthcare and medical education. Headquartered and registered in Dublin, Ireland, Healthvarsity is the brainchild of Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder

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Ras Al Khaimah archaeologists and U.S. university team partner to study biological effects of climate change in Bronze Age Arabia 

News Desk 02/05/2023

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, May 2, 2023: Archaeologists in Ras Al Khaimah have partnered with two United States universities to analyze 4,000-year-old human remains to see if a dramatic climate event at that time can help inform how humans’ biology would be affected by a similar event in the future.     A professor and student […]

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Nozomi Networks Partners with the World’s Top Cyber Incident Responders

News Desk 02/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, May 2, 2023 — Nozomi Networks Inc. announced Accenture Security, IBM Security and Mandiant (now part of Google Cloud) are participants in its new Elite Cyber Defenders Program. The program enables the leading global incident response organizations with Nozomi Networks’ award-winning OT and IoT cybersecurity solutions, advanced security training, shared threat

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DIFC Academy collaborates with PwC’s Academy Middle East

News Desk 02/05/2023

Dubai, UAE; 02 May 2023: DIFC Academy, the education platform of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has announced its collaboration with PwC’s Academy, the talent and skills development business of PwC Middle East, to offer a globally recognised diploma programme […]

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H.E. Bin Touq’s meetings with Moroccan ministers explore prospects for stronger economic & trade cooperation

News Desk 02/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, 2  May 2023 : H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held meetings with several ministers and senior officials in the Moroccan government on the sidelines of the first ever UAE-Morocco joint economic committee (JEC) that took place recently in Rabat. During these bilateral meetings, H.E. Bin Touq emphasized the UAE’s […]

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Dar Global PLC (“Dar Global” or “the Group”)

News Desk 02/05/2023

Trading Statement for Q1-2023 and financial information for the year ended 31 December 2022 As set out in the Prospectus published by the Group on 23 February 2023, Dar Global PLC, the luxury international real estate developer, is pleased to announce a trading update on the Group’s financial position and performance including certain key unaudited […]

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Philip Morris International Releases Integrated Report 2022

News Desk 02/05/2023

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) released its fourth annual Integrated Report today. Informed by a formal sustainability materiality assessment, the report aims to provide an objective description of the company’s business model, governance and management, strategy, and performance. “Despite its many tests, 2022 was a remarkable year that brought

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Crown Prince of Fujairah, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar emphasise on promoting tolerance, peaceful co-existence

News Desk 02/05/2023

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, met with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the Indian spiritual leader, and Founder of the Art of Living, an international, non-profit, educational and humanitarian organisation. Discussions were held throughout the meeting on a variety of subjects including the promotion of noble human […]

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BenQ Signs Newcom As An Official Distributor For Its Innovative

News Desk 01/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1st May 2023: Global leader in display technology and renowned maker in the projector segment, BenQ has appointed Newcom as a distributor for its innovative and wide range of gaming and entertainment monitors in the UAE, which includes BenQ’s gaming brands MOBIUZ and ZOWIE. With this collaboration, the visual display giant […]