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Business

OIL AND SERVICES GROW UK-GCC TRADE TO $83BN

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 7 August, 2023: Total trade between the UK and GCC countries rose by more than 70 percent to £64.5 billion ($82.7 billion) in the year to the end of March, driven by rising oil prices and a demand for services as Gulf states move to diversify their economies. According to […]
Business NEWS DESK

Al Ansari Financial Services secures approval to acquire controlling stake in leading exchange company in Oman

UAE, 7 August 2023: Al Ansari Financial Services’ PJSC [DFM: ALANSARI], announced today that it has presented a formal proposal to acquire a majority stake in one of the Sultanate of Oman’s prominent exchange companies. The Group has received an initial approval subject to meeting the necessary regulatory conditions. This strategic move is in line […]
Food & Beverage

Strand Craft Kitchen Launches Vegan Menu

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Strand Craft Kitchen, the renowned culinary destination for exquisite Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated vegan menu. In response to the growing demand for plant-based options, the restaurant is introducing a thoughtfully curated selection of delectable breakfast dishes, tapas,
Hospitality

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A WORLD OF UNPARALLELED LUXURY

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — August 7, 2023: Fairmont Ramla Serviced Residences Riyadh, Fairmont’s first serviced residences in KSA, is now open to the public. Standing tall with its magnificent 35 floors, the property graces Riyadh’s skyline as a symbol of opulent living, offering an unparalleled experience and lifestyle. Jointly unveiled by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
Business

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Welcomes Louis Bidmead as Head of Transactional Liability Insurance for Asia and the Middle East

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) today announced that it has named Louis Bidmead as Head of Transactional Liability Insurance for Asia and the Middle East. In this role he will work with BHSI’s global transactional liability team to provide BHSI’s comprehensive line of coverages to manage the risks of mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Hospitality

ASCOTT WELCOMES GUESTS TO SOAR THROUGH THE FESTIVAL

Middle East, August 2023 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott) welcomes visitors to Abha to enjoy the Abha Summer Festival, taking place until 24 September 2023. Guests can explore a magical village hidden in the mists of Abha’s Summer Festival, when booking their stay at the picturesque Citadines Abha, the ideal destination to meet every cultural […]
Travel Lifestyle

E-visas to make traveling to Moscow more convenient

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 3rd August 2023: Starting from August 1, 2023, tourists from 55 countries, including several Middle Eastern nations, can now apply for an electronic visa to enter Russia. This new system offers several advantages over regular visas, eliminating the need to visit consulates or embassies. Travelers only need to provide a […]