ISLAMABAD: Adding to the discourse on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) privatization, the Uprise Group has entered the fray for the national flag carrier’s privatization bid, according to reliable sources within the Privatization Commission. At the helm of the consortium stands Ms. Tabassum Pardesi, a seasoned Pakistani business leader with over 15 years of international aviation experience. Pardesi’s track record includes …

DUBAI: Under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, the GOTECH 2024 Conference and Exhibition kicked off today in the emirate of Dubai. The event, themed “Advancing Sustainable Energy” through innovation and collaboration, brings together select thought leaders and influencers in the global energy industry. It …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) returns to the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 from 6th to 9th May 2024 to continue its efforts to draw more tourists from the Middle East region at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) by showcasing Sarawak’s diverse attractions, ranging from its rich cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and local communities, on …

DUBAI: Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI) proudly organized a thrilling 10-over cricket match for GCC travel trade partners at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, 5th May, 2024. This event served as a precursor and one of many activations as part of Barbados Tourism’s participation in the Arabian Travel Market from Monday 6th May, 2024. Cricket is not just …

News Desk DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, was recognised as “Airline with the Best Connectivity in the Middle East” at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards. Francois Oberholzer, Chief Financial Officer at flydubai, received the award on the carrier’s behalf at an awards ceremony held in Dubai. The event was attended by key stakeholders in the travel and aviation industry. Voted …

DUBAI: PS Events proudly presents the Incredible Pakistani Awards, an esteemed event dedicated to honoring the outstanding contributions of Pakistani individuals residing in the UAE. Set to illuminate the Pakistan Association Dubai on May 18, 2024, this event is a beacon of pride and unity for our community. Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Mr. Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, the …

News Desk DUBAI: As the doors swing open on the first day of one of world’s key travel industry conferences, Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM), Gewan Hotels & Resorts (GHR), a subsidiary of Gewan Holding, is making waves with the grand unveiling of its latest accomplishments: managing three luxurious 5-star hotels and two hotel apartment complexes. Marking a significant stride …

DUBAI: Union Coop, a leading retailer in Dubai, has unveiled an expansive discount campaign across all its branches and commercial centers throughout the city. With discounts of up to 60% on a curated selection of 3,000 items, this initiative aims to provide consumers with unparalleled value, meeting their diverse needs while ensuring access to high-quality products at competitive prices. As …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Ninety players participated in the 30th Dubai Duty Free Golf Cup held at Montgomerie Golf Club Dubai on Saturday, 4th May, 2024 The championship course was presented in great condition for the round, with the smooth and quick greens allowing for some nice scoring in ideal conditions, which saw Brandon Sung win the countback with an impressive …

Government of Dubai Media Office – 06 May 2024: His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance of the UAE and President of DIFC, today opened the second edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit, which is being held at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai under the theme ‘Pioneering FinTech’s …