“We are pleased to announce that Pfizer and BioNTech have received an emergency use authorization from the TheDrug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) to supply its COVID-19 vaccine in Pakistan’s immunization program. We commend the Government of Pakistan for its careful assessment of our COVID-19 vaccine and timely action tohelp protect the people of the country. This marks a historic …

Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. Reza Baqir has been appointed as the Chairman of the General Assembly of Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) for the year 2022. His appointment was approved by the IFSB General Assembly in its 19th meeting held on 9th June 2021. On his appointment as Chairman for the 20th General Assembly, Governor SBP expressed his …

Bank Alfalah Islamic is one of the leading promoters of the government backed “Mera Pakistan Mera Ghar” low cost housing finance scheme since its inception. In continuation with Bank’s current vision, Bank Alfalah Islamic has signed a MoU with Akhuwat Islamic Microfinance (AIM) to offer exclusive housing finance solutions to its customers. The MoU signing ceremony was held on Tuesday, …

REDTAG, the region’s favourite homegrown value fashion and homeware brand, has launched its latest retail outlet on 2nd June 2021, at Doha’s iconic City Center Mall. Home to more than 370 retail outlets and entertainment options, the City Center Mall, one of Doha’s oldest and most loved and centrally located malls, will now also host one of the region’s most beloved retail brands. …

Her Excellency Mariam Almheiri, UAE Minister of State for Food and Water Security, has concluded a three-day visit to Tatarstan, where she discussed potential areas of collaboration in food security with government officials and showcased the UAE’s efforts to enhance its food security by expanding its network of partnerships with various countries and international organizations. Her Excellency Mariam Almheiri and …

Reflecting a fresh outlook, General Tyre and Rubber Company (GTR) one of the country’s premier suppliers of tyres, is rebranding itself to resonate more effectively with a younger demographic which forms bulk of the company’s customer base. The organization will now carry a revamped logo to assert itself as a name which has been synonymous with road safety and ride …

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, joined hands with the Ministry of Culture to celebrate the “Year of Arabic Calligraphy,” by adorning two of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft with a special livery marking the initiative. Presently, the two aircraft have flown to London, Madrid, Dubai, Riyadh, and Dammam with many …

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has announced the successful conclusion of Market Access 2021, which saw 3 leading corporates joining forces with 6 tech startups that were selected for new pilot projects. Following three virtual matchmaking sessions this year, corporate members – Dubai Chamber, DHL and Emirates NBD – invited 6 startups founders …

News Desk DUBAI: As part of its partnership with the UEFA EURO 2020, TikTok today is announcing a series of features and events including TikTok Live sessions, AR Filters and Hashtag Challenges, connecting the TikTok community to the game and establishing itself as the home for football fans during the tournament. Football content has had a meteoric rise on TikTok, with over …

DUBAI: Emirates has announced it will resume three weekly services to Malta via Larnaca, Cyprus, from 14 July 2021, further expanding its European network to 34 destinations, and offering customers worldwide more travel choices and enhanced connectivity via Dubai. With a successful vaccination programme and an overall decrease in daily COVID-19 cases in the country, Malta has officially welcomed UAE …