ROSEAU, Commonwealth of Dominica – On September 14, 2024, the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) signed its first development loan agreement with the Commonwealth of Dominica, marking an important expansion of the SFD’s development support in Latin America and the Caribbean Region. The Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project in the Capital Roseau, funded by the SFD, is worth $41 million, and will act as a …

World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (‘WSTHA’) has announced that its inaugural ceremony will take place at the historic Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve in Belize, the official host destination. Leaders in sustainable tourism will gather for the VIP reception on 27 September 2024 when the winners will be unveiled. Located in San Ignacio Town, Cahal Pech is a Maya collection of …

DUBAI: BluSmart, the UAE’s first all-electric, full stack, chauffeured premium limousine service, today announced a partnership with ATS Travel, a premier travel management company offering comprehensive travel solutions for both corporate and individual clients. This collaboration aims to enhance sustainable mobility options alongside exceptional travel experiences for customers. ATS Travel, a distinguished name in the travel industry, has long been …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken the wraps off its sensational Summer 2025 schedule, with a double-daily debut on a host of top European destinations. The newly enhanced schedule, now open for booking, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2pm departures to many European destinations, further boosting tourism to Abu Dhabi. More …

Web Desk ISLAMABAD: Zafar Masud, Chairman of Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), has said that privatization without first strengthening regulatory frameworks could lead to disastrous outcomes, potentially resulting in private sector monopolies that may be more harmful. Speaking virtually at the ‘Directors Summit 2024,’ organized by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) in Karachi, the OGDCL Chairman …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has successfully concluded the 15th Future Engineer summer camp. The camp hosted 30 participants, aged 11 to 14, all children of DEWA employees. DEWA Academy in Al Hudaiba hosted the Future Engineer activities, which aimed to expand students’ knowledge and skills in the Internet of Things (IoT), 3D printing, cybersecurity, and composite mechanical structures. The …

News Desk FORT WORTH, Texas: American Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), today ratified a new collective bargaining agreement. The contract will deliver significant and immediate improvements in compensation, benefits and quality-of-life provisions. “It’s an exciting day for American’s nearly 28,000 flight attendants and our entire airline,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom. “Reaching an …

ABU DHABI: Global technology group e& is set for a match day takeover when the Four-In-A-Row Premier League champions, Manchester City meet Brentford on Saturday, 14th September at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. Manchester City fans will be able to engage with a host of exciting match day activations centred around the joy of high-speed moments in football. The takeover …

HARARE: Preparations for the second season of Zim Afro T10 are well and truly on. The franchises have got their squads in place and the Harare Sports Club is all set for the tournament which begins on September 21 and will finish with the grand finale on 29 September. Season 2 of the Zim Afro T10 will see the teams …

Web Desk DUBAI: The Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility Network (ACSRN) has announced the agenda of the 12th cycle of the Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Forum, set to take place on October 9 & 10 at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Economy. Ms. Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Founder & CEO of ACSRN, …