News Desk ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked first in the Arab world and 21st globally on the Global Labour Resilience Index 2020, which was issued in Davos, Switzerland during a special session held on the sidelines of the 50th summit meeting of the World Economic Forum in the presence of H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, …

KARACHI: The Standard Chartered SDG Investment Map reveals an almost USD10 trillion (USD9.668 trillion) opportunity for private-sector investors across all emerging markets to help achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with Pakistan representing USD96.2 billion of that totals. The study identifies opportunities for the private sector to contribute to three infrastructure-focused goals between now and 2030: SDG 6: Clean …

DUBAI: For the second time in three years, Arabian Adventures Meetings, Incentives & Events (MICE) has won the prestigious SITE Crystal Award for Excellence in Incentive Travel, Africa and the Middle East. The UAE-based destination management company (DMC) has been recognised for designing and delivering exceptional experiences for the top-performing advisors of a U.S. finance company during its multiple-day event in …

News Desk DUBAI: A total of 18,260 new member companies joined Dubai Chamber in 2019, marking a year-over-year increase of 28%, while its total membership rose 9% over the same period, the non-profit public organisation revealed during its annual media briefing held earlier today. Smart transformation Dubai Chamber achieved 96% smart transformation of its core services in 2019 as it …

AJMAN: Ajman Media City, this decade’s newest investment destination in the UAE has attained four prominent ISO certifications. These accolades are a reflection of Ajman’s growing business landscape and its great potential. Ajman Media City aims to create a unique ecosystem to enable a steadfast, harmonious and professional milieu for businesses and individuals alike.     Recent ISOs that the Ajman …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates announced today its plan to launch a new daily service from Dubai (DXB) to Penang International Airport (PEN), via Singapore (SIN), from 9 April 2020. Emirates’ flight to Penang will be a linked service with Singapore, allowing passengers to travel easily between the two cities while enjoying the airline’s award-winning service. Penang will become Emirates’ second …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, continues moving forward in keeping Bahrainization at the core of its recruitment strategy by welcoming a new batch of 22 Bahraini aircraft maintenance technicians who have recently joined the airline and began their training programme. With this recruitment Gulf Air has reached 90% Bahrainization in the position of aircraft maintenance …

DUBAI: Mall of the Emirates is bringing good luck and prosperity to the community until Saturday,1 February as it hosts an authentic Chinese New Year celebration complete with rewards, honoured Chinese traditions, and magnificent entertainment. In the spirit of good fortune, the mall is offering several generous opportunities to win prizes. Celebrating the lucky numbers this Chinese New Year, AED …

News Desk DUBAI: Following the vision of the Dubai Blockchain Strategy 2020, announced in October 2016 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, Smart Dubai has delivered on its promise of building a thriving Blockchain ecosystem in the city and establishing Dubai as the world …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Soul Food Fest Karachi hosted by Active Media and Foodies R US inaugurated at Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Park, Clifton Karachi by Provincial Minister Nasir Hussain Shah. Commissioner Karachi Iftikhar Shalwani, Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Saif-ur-Rehman, Soul Food Festival CEO Saad Khan and General Manager G. M. Owais Syed were also present on the occasion. Speaking on the …