DUBAI: The Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA) and Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), that will see the two entities collaborate, share knowledge and involve the private sector in reviewing legislation with the aim of ensuring ease of doing business. Under the terms of the agreement, business groups and business councils …

DUBAI: BICSI, the global association advancing the information and communications technology (ICT)/extra low-voltage (ELV) community, will be hosting the BICSI Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Conference & Exhibition from April 13-15 2020 under the theme, ‘e-Connections that Matter!’ at Sheikh Maktoum Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre. Tamdeed Projects has confirmed its status as the exclusive diamond-level sponsor for the event. …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwaiti flag carrier, Kuwait Airways, have signed a codeshare partnership on selected services on bookings effective 22 December 2019, for travel from 5 January 2020. Subject to regulatory approvals, Etihad will place its ‘EY’ code on Kuwait Airways operated flights from Abu Dhabi to Kuwait, Najaf and …

DUBAI: Africa’s growing youth population, rapid urbanisation and the increased purchasing power of these consumers, are key factors that are driving this massive US$500 billion retail ecosystem. This high growth industry needs to be equipped with the latest innovation and communication tools to further sustain the growth and attract the right target audience, especially the millennials. Retail is all about …

KARACHI: Hutchison Ports Pakistan created maritime history in Pakistan by welcoming maiden call of CV COSCOBELGIUM. It is the largest container vessel to ever call at any port of Pakistan with length over all of 366 meters and a capacity of 13,386 TEUs. CV COSCO BELGIUM is deployed in the EPC 2 service and berthed at 2000 hours recently. The …

KARACHI: Latest edition of official print publication of The Okhai memon Jamat (OMJ) quarterly “paighaam” was published yesterday i.e. Friday 20th December 2019. Event started with recitation of verses from holy Quran by Muhammad Soomar Salih Muhammad Gabba. Immediately after recitation of verses from holy Quran, Muhammad Ali Usam Vayani Kirya Chairman Publication Committee invited Abdul Waheed Panjwani, President of …

KARACHI: Dolmen Mall, Pakistan’s first international standard mall, has launched the Dolmen Shopping Festival 2019-20 on Friday, 20th December at all three Dolmen Malls, marking the 27th anniversary of the biggest and the country’s most loved shopping festival.  The 17-day festival bring the community together to give tribute to the city of lights and celebrate the seasonal festivities across all …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), in collaboration with Unilever Pakistan, organized National Finance Olympiad 2019, the Grand Finale of which was held on December 19, 2019 at a local hotel in Karachi. Mr. Abdullah Hussain Haroon, Former Foreign Minister of Pakistan graced the event as the Guest of Honour. Mr. Khalilullah Shaikh, President, ICAP …

DUBAI: The year 2020 promises to be an eventful year with the United Arab Emirates gearing up for Expo 2020. In the new year, become a part of something big as you embark on your journey to success with Middlesex University Dubai. Joining a programme in January, part-time will help you fast track your education while balancing your career alongside.A …

By Afshan Lalani/Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Rahgeer, connecting top talent to careers with meaningful impact, launched its initiative with the aim to inspire the future global leaders to pursue careers with business events, professional gatherings and corporate visits. Businessman, Rotarians, media and civil society people attended the event.  Ahmad Jalal, the Ragheer founder said that Rahgeer understands that program participants may …