DUBAI: The Islamic Republic of Pakistan acting through the Ministry of Finance and Revenue has successfully signed US$ 370 Million Syndicated Term Loan and Murabaha Financing Facilities (the “Facility”).  Amidst a challenging market backdrop due to Covid-19, the Facility represents Pakistan’s largest hybrid (Islamic and Conventional) commercial financing year this year and reiterates the strong international investor confidence in the …

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.Feel enchanted by dazzling festivities perfect for you, your family and loved ones as you discover indulgence this season. Whether you’re tempting your palate with sumptuous culinary flavours at our month-long feasts or enjoying some well-deserved pampering with our special spa packages and a staycation set amidst the heart of Dubai, we have …

Faysal Islami which is one of the leading Islamic Banks in the country has always demonstrated its unrelenting enthusiasm for the promotion of healthy sporting activities in Pakistan combined with a vision to support the cause of the less fortunate. Towards this endeavor, the Bank sponsored the 5th Faysal Islami National Road Cycling Championship 2020 held at Seaview, Karachi. In …

Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to plan an all-inclusive getaway to the Maldives during the UAE National Day holidays. Book now and unwind at some of the best hotels in the world. Enjoy stunning white sand beaches under blue skies, water sports, underwater exploration and world-class spas. The offers include all-inclusive holiday packages at hand-picked properties.  Travellers to Maldives will enjoy a five-star holiday experience …

News Desk DUBAI: Developments in local and global food ecosystems was the topic on the table during the fourth meeting of the Emirates Food Security Council, with participants discussing the readiness of the UAE to keep pace with various market changes and the extent to which food supply chains can work with high efficiency to maximise the potential of local …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates airline and FlySafair today announced an interline agreement, opening up connections for customers to selected routes on FlySafair’s network in South Africa. Through the arrangement, Emirates and FlySafair plan to offer the ease of single-ticket travel and through tagging of baggage for travellers transferring from Emirates’ three gateways – Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban to FlySafair …

News Desk DUBAI: Domus Group, the organizer of the Dubai HeliShow, the biennial international helicopter technology and operations exhibition dedicated to the helicopter industry, has announced that the event’s 8th edition will be held in the state-of-the-art Emirates Flight Training Academy, located in Dubai South. The Emirates Flight Training Academy is one of the advanced flight training academies in the world …

Adolescence in girls has been recognized as a special period marked with the onset of menarche. Even though menstruation is a natural process and represents a key sign of reproductive well-being, it is associated with misconceptions, malpractices and challenges among girls in developing countries. Approximately 51% of the total population of Pakistan are females, among them 22.7% are girls in …

KUALA LUMPUR/ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s top cellular and digital services provider, Zong 4G, has introduced another unmatched international roaming offer for its postpaid customers traveling to Malaysia. Zong 4G’s postpaid customers will now be able to stay connected to their loves ones back at home at incredibly affordable rates as they travel to Malaysia. The Malaysia postpaid international roaming bundle gives the …

BANGKOK: Mr. Chansin Treenuchagron, Acting President, Thai Airways International Public Company (THAI), said that the COVID-19 pandemic continued to affect the world’s aviation industry. In the third quarter of 2020, there were slight signs of recovery from domestic travel; however, the figures presented a much lower number than normal levels.   The Thai tourism sector is still affected due to international …