By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Popular retailer ‘Union Coop’ has announced that Emiratis now make up 35% of all localizable roles within the organization, reflecting its strong commitment to Emiratization and national talent development. CEO Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi emphasized that Emiratization is central to Union Coop’s strategy, aligning with the UAE’s vision to strengthen Emirati presence in the private sector. …

DUBAI: As the Middle East cements its place on the global esports map, MENATech Entertainment (a GGTech company), an international esports and gaming company, is playing a central role in accelerating the region’s digital entertainment ambitions. With Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading government-backed strategies to grow gaming into a multi-billion-dollar sector, MENATech is bridging global best practices with local …

News Desk DUBAI: In its commitment to supporting inbound tourism to the island nation of Mauritius, Emirates has announced it will introduce a third daily flight, starting on 1 December. The additional service, to be operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft as EK709/710, will complement existing schedules and support the travel plans of Emirates customers planning trips to the popular …

DUBAI: OMODA&JAECOO, one of the world’s fastest-growing mobility innovators, is set to transform the hybrid vehicle market in the UAE with the highly anticipated arrival of the JAECOO J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System), known as J7 SHS, by the end of August. Designed to meet the evolving needs of the modern driver, the J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System) delivers a …

Web Desk DUBAI: AI is revolutionising how governments serve their people, and in the Middle East, nowhere is this more evident than in the UAE. With AI expected to contribute nearly 14% of the UAE’s GDP by 2030, the government has adopted a proactive, strategic blueprint for integration, building dedicated platforms and mechanisms designed to capture AI’s full potential. As …

News Desk DUBAI: In a significant enhancement to its Irish operations, Emirates is set to operate a third daily service to Dublin this winter starting from 26 October 2025. The world’s largest international airline will offer customers more travel choices to Dubai and beyond, as well as increased cargo capacity to/from Dublin. Emirates flight EK165 will depart Dubai at 02:10hrs …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Al Tayer Motors, the official Ford Trucks importer-distributor in the United Arab Emirates has won the prestigious Champions Award 2024 for its overall performance in Sales, After-Sales Services, and Marketing. It is the only distributor in the Middle East to receive this accolade for the seventh time. The win comes even as Al Tayer Motors recorded …

KARACHI: As digital devices become indispensable to everyday life, Daraz Pakistan has partnered with Jubilee General Insurance to launch a seamless Device Insurance solution that safeguards customers’ investments from unexpected risks. This new offering is designed to provide customers with complete peace of mind when purchasing electronic devices online by protecting their investment from unforeseen and sudden risks. This initiative reflects Daraz’s …

ISLAMABAD: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and widespread devastation caused by recent flash floods and torrential rains in various parts of Pakistan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the many communities facing hardship as a result of these catastrophic events. These recurring …

DUBAI: What a “smurftastic” day at Reem Mall. A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted yesterday, 17 July 2025, marking the official opening of the first-ever Smurfs live stage show at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi. The event was honoured by the presence of Mr Joren Selleslaghs, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of Belgium to the United Arab Emirates, who joined …