Web Desk DUBAI: The Space & Rocketry Academy (SARA UAE), operated by Compass International in Dubai, has announced the launch of its next phase, which includes an expanded range of training programmes and weekly workshops in space, rocketry, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability. “This new phase is part of the academy’s mission to empower the next generation of innovators, engineers, …

Visa & HBL highlights findings from the Women SMB Digitization Index surveying Pakistan business owners KARACHI: Visa, a global leader in digital payments, and HBL, Pakistan’s premier private sector bank, announce the return of She’s Next, a global advocacy program that spotlights women entrepreneurs who are actively financing, managing, and expanding their businesses. Recognizing their pivotal role as catalysts for …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has upgraded its on-road fleet of trucks with the latest-generation Euro 6 models from MAN Trucks, in collaboration with Allied Transport Company. Emirates SkyCargo is the first adopter of the long-haul, heavy commercial Euro 6 vehicles in the region, introducing the most advanced truck technology …

Web Desk DUBAI: Changan Automobile has announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Yango Group, a UAE-based technology company, marking a new milestone in Changan’s ongoing expansion across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The signing ceremony took place at Changan’s Middle East and Africa headquarters, bringing together senior executives from both organisations. The event was attended by Li Mingcai, Executive Vice …

By Rafiq Vayani ISLAMABAD: On 7 November 2025, the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad hosted a “Hi-Tea” reception to engage with stakeholders and friends of Malaysia in Pakistan. The event brought together a diverse group of distinguished guests, including businessmen, representatives from chambers of commerce, government stakeholders, members of the media, and long-standing friends of Malaysia. The gathering served …

News Desk KARACHI: Emaar Pakistan has once again recognized excellence and performance, conferring a prestigious honour upon RIB for its record-breaking achievements under the dynamic leadership of Danish Qureshi (D.Q), The Seafront King. Mr. Aziz Jindani, CEO of Emaar Pakistan, presented this esteemed award, acknowledging RIB’s outstanding contribution and its remarkable portfolio crossing ₨ 3,000 crores. Expressing heartfelt gratitude, Danish Qureshi said, “this recognition is not …

KARACHI: Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) successfully concluded its Pakistan Roadshow, held from October 27 to 31, 2025, across three major cities: Lahore (October 27), Karachi (October 29), and Islamabad (October 31). The roadshow gathered over 200 Pakistani travel trade and 21 media representatives, connecting them with Azerbaijani tourism stakeholders, including five prominent local partners from Azerbaijan’s tourism industry, including Azerbaijan …

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world relaunched its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah which were stopped on April 2023. Already possessing a strong network in the country with flights to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Najaf, flag carrier once again connects Iraq to the world with a total of six gateways. …

RIYADH: SBI, a global Data, AI, and EPM consultancy, has expanded to Saudi Arabia with support from AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform. This announcement follows SBI’s participation as a sponsor at the Data 2030 Summit in Riyadh, showcasing its early commitment to the Saudi market and the growing importance of data-driven innovation across the Kingdom. Founded over 15 …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: Post Dinner of Industrial Expo & Sustainability Conference 2025, organized by Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI). The hosts included Mr. Junaid Naqi (Immediate Past President KATI), Mr. Danish Aman (Member of the Managing Committee KATI), and Mr. Zahid Hameed (Senior Vice President KATI). The event featured Mr. S.M. Tanveer (Patron-in-Chief KATI) as the Chief …