News Desk KARACHI: After more than two years, Pakistan proudly celebrated the arrival of U.S. Soybeans in a ceremony held at Fauji Akbar Portia Marine Terminals Ltd. (FAP) in Karachi. Key stakeholders at the event included leadership from the All-Pakistan Solvent Extractors Association (APSEA), the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), Ms. Farzana Altaf Shah, Director General of the Environmental Protection …

Web Desk DUBAI: Qashio, the UAE’s leading spend management platform, has joined forces with Myne, an innovative wealth management app, to redefine financial wellness for businesses and employees. This groundbreaking partnership bridges the gap between business financial tools and personal wealth management, empowering employees with enhanced financial visibility and planning tools. With Digital Dubai’s “Dubai Cashless Strategy” aiming for 90% …

News Desk DUBAI: MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer, is set to participate in the Private Sector Forum in Riyadh on 12-13 February 2025 at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center. Organized by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), the event serves as a platform for fostering collaboration between the private sector and the Saudi government as the Kingdom accelerates …

News Desk SYDNEY, Australia: Sydney’s new 24-hour airport is partnering with Australia’s leading inflight caterer to serve up innovative catering services that harness local produce for domestic and international airlines and their passengers. dnata Catering & Retail (dnata) is investing $17 million to build an advanced inflight catering centre within the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) Cargo Precinct, …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH, KSA: Marriott International proudly announces the launch of Four Points by Sheraton Riyadh King Abdulaziz Road, a new destination offering comfort and convenience in the vibrant heart of Riyadh. Located on King Abdulaziz Road, the hotel is ideally positioned near the Riyadh Metro station and King Salman Park, providing stunning views of the Riyadh skyline. With …

Web Desk RIYADH, KSA: Salesforce today announced plans to invest $500 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, building on its commitment to innovation and economic growth in the region. The investment also aims to spur workforce development through AI skilling and expand Salesforce’s local partner ecosystem to support local businesses. The announcement, made today at LEAP 2025, follows the company’s Davos …

News Desk DUBAI: On Monday, 10th February, 2025, DXB Unheard launches as a new podcast and YouTube series that celebrates and uncovers the untold stories of Dubai. Hosted by renowned international broadcaster Kate Garraway, the series explores the hidden gems, personal triumphs and extraordinary experiences in Dubai. The first episode, titled ‘The Melting Pot,’ premieres today and is available on YouTube, Spotify, …

KARACHI: Visa (NYSE: V), a world leader in digital payments, released a whitepaper highlighting the advantages of digitizing SME payments — with over $121 billion worth of SME B2B activities primed for digital transformation. Umar S. Khan, Country Manager for Pakistan & Afghanistan, Visa, commented: “As a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy, SMEs contribute 40% to the national GDP and are …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: His Excellency Dr. Thani Bin Ahmad Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, officially inaugurated the 2nd Edition of the Japan-Kyoto Trade Exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The prestigious event features over 120 Japanese companies and brands, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a strategic hub for Japanese trade and investment in …

DUBAI: Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), the leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai, is a Support Partner at the 12th World Governments Summit 2025, set to take place in Dubai from February 11 to 13, 2025 under the theme “Shaping Future Governments.” This mega event which brings together over 6000 participants annually includes global leaders, international experts, and decision-makers. DTC is participating as a …