By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), confirming their intention to enter a strategic partnership that will include a comprehensive codeshare agreement and increased flights between Kenya and Qatar Airways’ award-winning Doha hub, Hamad International Airport.The MoU signing took place in Doha between Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr …

Web Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Group’s efforts to align with this year’s UN call to end plastic pollution were on display at its ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ event, its annual sustainability showcase. The exhibition echoed the international organisation’s mission to reduce single-use plastic products, spotlighting Emirates’ and dnata’s efforts and approach to ‘Consuming Responsibly’ through sourcing, reusing, repurposing, and reducing plastic and …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) hosted the ninth session of its ongoing “Knowledge Lab” series, an internal seminar initiative aimed at educating and raising awareness of critical human rights issues. The latest session focused on the promotion and protection of workers’ rights in the United Arab Emirates. It reflects NHRI’s continued commitment to strengthening understanding …

By Rafiq Vayani: Hashmi Pakistan, a trusted leader in health and beauty industry, in collaboration with the Economic Diplomacy Forum (EDF), hosted a prestigious farewell reception at the Karachi Gymkhana in honor of the honorable Consul General of Federal Republic of Germany, His Excellency Dr. Rüdiger Lotz, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic mission in Pakistan. The distinguished event led …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports announced a strategic joint venture with JINGDONG Property (JDP), the infrastructure arm of global e-commerce leader JD.com, to develop and operate advanced logistics facilities within Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ). The strategic partnership will see the construction of two state-of-the-art warehouses, bonded and non-bonded, spanning a total gross floor area of over 70,000 …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Etihad Guest has announced 12.5 million additional miles up for grabs in the second phase of The Extraordinary Challenge, bringing the grand total prize pot to over 20 million Etihad Guest Miles for over 200 potential winners. Last month, Etihad’s loyalty programme, Etihad Guest, launched the competition with five million Etihad Guest Miles to the first …

Web Desk KARACHI: The Consul of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli, hosted a networking event to connect with selected reporters, editors, journalists, and media representatives, acknowledging the media fraternity’s dedication and hard work. During the event, Consul Fabrizio Bielli expressed appreciation for their essential role in society, highlighting their continuous efforts to report events objectively and responsibly. Guests engaged in …

News Desk DUBAI: As the industry navigates evolving trade patterns, commitment to an exceptional customer experience has never been more important. Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, is doubling down on providing a world-class experience to its customers, by tracking metrics that demonstrate the airline’s role as a trusted and reliable partner for global trade. …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Chairman of Engro, Mr. Hussain Dawood, was invited to speak at a Special Dialogue with Li Qiang, Premier of the People’s Republic of China, during the World Economic Forum’s 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions. During the session Mr. Dawood reaffirmed the enduring all-weather friendship between China and Pakistan. He shared that, in 2013, he …

KARACHI: A new research study published in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia highlights the urgent need for a unified national cancer registry in Pakistan to improve cancer surveillance, policymaking, and resource allocation. Titled ‘Cancer Registries in Pakistan: A Scoping Review’ the study was co-authored by experts from Aga Khan University (AKU), University of Wisconsin, and Shaukat Khanum Memorial …