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CBHUK CEO Predicts A Massive Digital Transformation In The Hajj Sector, Which Will Improve The Overall Pilgrim Experience 

According to Rashid Mogradia, chief executive officer of the Council of British Hajjis, the massive digital transformation sweeping various aspects of the Hajj and Umrah sector in Saudi Arabia will streamline the delivery of services and improve pilgrims’ experiences. Mogradia, reporting from Jeddah’s Hajj Expo 2023, praised the industry’s dedication to
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Lavazza My Moccacino Challenge

25 January, 2023 On 26th January La Centrale Nuvola Lavazza in Turin (Italy) will host the international finals of My Mocaccino Challenge by Lavazza, the international competition designed for the community of baristas belonging to the CEMEA Region, further strengthening the brand’s commitment to promote the role of baristas worldwide. Three female finalists from the […]
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Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Submissions for 2024 Cycle

The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global award for recognising excellence in sustainability, has officially announced that the 2024 cycle is now open for submissions.  Submissions will be accepted until 2nd May 2023 through the Prize’s online portal. Small to medium enterprises, nonprofit organisations and high schools with sustainability solutions
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The Middle East is enjoying an important period of stability as oil prices, economic growth of 5.1% fuel the recovery out of COVID, said Crescent CEO.

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates — The Middle East is enjoying an important period of political and economic stability with the regional economy buoyed by high oil process and economic growth, Majid Jafar, CEO of Crescent Petroleum, told business leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday. Industrial production has improved, employment has […]
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Inaugural Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum highlights need for inclusive, unified climate action to build resilient communities

Abu Dhabi, United Arab of Emirates — The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global sustainability and humanitarian award, yesterday welcomed government dignitaries, business leaders, the youth, international media and environmental activists for the Inaugural Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023. Held under the theme ‘Raising
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Under The New Tech House Initiative, Saudi Startups Hope To Work More Closely With Pakistan

Following the announcement of plans to form a joint technology house, Saudi startups at Pakistan’s largest tech conference are looking toward future collaboration with the South Asian nation. About 50,000 people, including representatives from 500 companies and 200 exhibitors from more than thirty countries (including a delegation from Saudi Arabia), attended Future
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The Sharjah Prize in Public Finance Holds An Introductory Seminar in Cooperation with the Ministry of Economy and Finance

Sharjah, United Arab of Emirates — The Central Finance Department held an introductory symposium in the Kingdom of Morocco on the second edition of the Sharjah Prize in Public Finance, as part of its plan and agenda for organizing a series of seminars for the second phase, which will end this month. The symposium opened […]
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2023, A Landmark Year for Paytech in the UAE

DUBAI (19 Jan):  The fintech industry in the UAE is experiencing a momentous growth, driven by a favorable business environment, the increasing adoption of digital technologies, and the government’s efforts to promote innovation in the financial sector. According to Statista the digital payments market in the UAE is estimated to surpass 7.90
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GPRC Summit 2023 in UAE & KSA to examine loopholes in risk management in the digital era

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 16 January 2023: With the fast-paced digitalisation and mounting regulations, many new risks have emerged, demanding firms to adapt their governance, risk and compliance (GRC) processes and capabilities, stay compliant, and enable agile and proactive decision-making. A recent research by IBM has revealed that over 62% of organisations think the
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LuLu Exchange partners with Mercury to launch UAE’s first digital native payroll card for WPS customers

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: LuLu Exchange – UAE’s leading cross-border payments provider, has rolled out the country’s first digital native WPS payroll solution in partnership with Mercury – UAE’s domestic payment network. The ‘Lulu Money Salary Card’ offers an app-first payroll process and works like a digital WPS account. The card is embedded with NFC […]
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The UAE Ranks fourth in Tax Policy Category in World Competitiveness Yearbook among 63 economies

Dubai, UAE, 13 January 2023: The World Competitiveness Yearbook 2022 Peer Group rankings positioned the UAE 4th in Tax Policy category. Published by Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD), the World Competitiveness Yearbook assesses and ranks 63 economies around the world and bases its classification typically on four main indicators –
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Limb Lengthening Expert Dr. Dror Paley Opens First Clinic in Middle East at UAE’s Burjeel Medical City

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: As part of its ongoing efforts to focus on complex care and pediatric sub-specialties, Burjeel Holdings, one of the leading private healthcare services providers in the MENA region, in collaboration with renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Dror Paley, has launched a clinic in the UAE. The Paley Middle East Clinic, located […]