News Desk NEW YORK: On the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have announced a landmark joint initiative to support the Syrian Arab Republic. Together QFFD and SFD are providing US$89 million in funding through UNDP …

Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, has entered into a strategic partnership with Tapsys Private Limited (Tapsys), a leading technology solutions provider, to deliver cutting-edge digital services for SMEs. The strategic alliance will focus on providing a comprehensive suite of digital and Shariah-compliant acceptance solutions, at par with global standards, to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: In a landmark step towards sustainability and environmental protection, the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hoora Pharma to plant 100,000 trees across Pakistan. The MoU was signed by Junaid Naqi Allahwala, President of KATI, and Abdul Rasheed Chohan, President & CEO of Hoora Pharma, marking a significant collaboration to combat climate change, promote green …

Jazz has partnered with Mercantile, the official Apple Authorized Distributor, to bring the highly anticipated iPhone 17 to Pakistan. This collaboration ensures customers receive the newest iPhone with full regulatory compliance, official warranty, and premium value-added services. The launch offers an exclusive bundle featuring 1 TB of high-speed data for a year, a complimentary launch freebie*, two years of warranty …

News Desk KARACHI: Mr. Ali Arsh Khan, Founder and Chairman of the International Business Forum (IBF), paid a courtesy visit to Additional Inspector General of Sindh, Mr. Javed Alam Odho, at his office in Karachi. During the meeting, Mr. Khan extended an invitation to Mr. Odho to attend an upcoming IBF event honoring the bravery and sacrifices of law enforcement …

The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has welcomed the launch of the latest UK government’s report, by the British High Commission, on Pakistan’s Intellectual Property (IP) regime, noting that its findings strongly validate the Chamber’s longstanding call for urgent IP enforcement reforms. The report, developed by the UK Intellectual Property Office and the Department for Business & …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning global icon Ricky Martin is the latest musician confirmed for the 2025–2026 edition of Saadiyat Nights, Abu Dhabi’s flagship open-air concert series on Saadiyat Island. The Puerto Rican superstar will make his debut in the UAE capital on 31 January 2026, bringing his trademark Latin pop sound and unmatched …

News Desk DUBAI: Emaar, the name behind some of the world’s most iconic destinations, is preparing to unveil its most exclusive residential address to date: Dubai Mansions, a new ultra-luxury community designed for an elite global clientele. Adjacent to Dubai Hills Estate, this limited collection of ultra-luxury mansions, each available in 10,000, 15,000, or 20,000 sq. ft., is designed to embody …

Alibaba.com, a leading B2B e-commerce platform, hosted its flagship event CoCreate 2025 in the United States of America, unveiling its most ambitious AI-driven transformation for global trade and creating opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) worldwide. Pace Sports, a Sialkot-based manufacturer of custom sportswear and sublimated team uniforms, represented Pakistan at CoCreate 2025. Founder Mr. Tehseen Abbas, a verified …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The H Dubai recently joined hands with the UAE Red Crescent to host a meaningful community activation on September 12th at the Red Crescent’s Dubai headquarters in Al Garhoud. Aligning with the UAE’s announcement of 2025 as the Year of Community under the theme “hand in hand”, the initiative brought together families, children, and volunteers for an …