By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Jom! Malaysia Chalo! event held at Dolmen Mall, Clifton, from 13 to 15 September 2024. This dynamic three-day event showcased Malaysia’s higher education opportunities, tourism offerings, and cultural richness, drawing significant attention from the public. The program featured exhibitions from …

ROSEAU, Commonwealth of Dominica – On September 14, 2024, the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) signed its first development loan agreement with the Commonwealth of Dominica, marking an important expansion of the SFD’s development support in Latin America and the Caribbean Region. The Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project in the Capital Roseau, funded by the SFD, is worth $41 million, and will act as a …

World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (‘WSTHA’) has announced that its inaugural ceremony will take place at the historic Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve in Belize, the official host destination. Leaders in sustainable tourism will gather for the VIP reception on 27 September 2024 when the winners will be unveiled. Located in San Ignacio Town, Cahal Pech is a Maya collection of …

KARACHI: The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) hosted Baatein Kitab Ki, a book launch event for Teaching and Teacher Education in Pakistan: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives, authored by Professor Anjum Halai, Vice Provost, AKU and alumna of AKU-IED’s Master of Education programme. Dr Halai, a distinguished educator with extensive experience in Pakistan and internationally, has made significant …

DUBAI: BluSmart, the UAE’s first all-electric, full stack, chauffeured premium limousine service, today announced a partnership with ATS Travel, a premier travel management company offering comprehensive travel solutions for both corporate and individual clients. This collaboration aims to enhance sustainable mobility options alongside exceptional travel experiences for customers. ATS Travel, a distinguished name in the travel industry, has long been …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken the wraps off its sensational Summer 2025 schedule, with a double-daily debut on a host of top European destinations. The newly enhanced schedule, now open for booking, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2pm departures to many European destinations, further boosting tourism to Abu Dhabi. More …

Web Desk ISLAMABAD: Zafar Masud, Chairman of Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), has said that privatization without first strengthening regulatory frameworks could lead to disastrous outcomes, potentially resulting in private sector monopolies that may be more harmful. Speaking virtually at the ‘Directors Summit 2024,’ organized by the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) in Karachi, the OGDCL Chairman …

ISLAMABAD: Ambassador Frans van Daele, Special Envoy for the promotion of freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) outside the European Union, has concluded his week-long visit to Pakistan. FoRB is a key priority for the EU, including in the context of the strategic engagement with Pakistan. During the visit, he met Federal and Provincial Government officials, the Parliament, religious leaders, …

ABU DHABI: Maisour, a leading crowdfunding platform specialising in fractional ownership of Dubai real estate, Thursday announced a landmark collaboration with the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards as the investment partners for the highly anticipated IIFA Weekend & Awards 2024. This agreement, a first-of-its-kind in the 23-year history of the annual film awards ceremony, marks a significant milestone for …

Sport Desk LAUDERHILL: The much-awaited second season of the US Masters T10 is coming up soon. But before that, the franchises have had their say and picked their squads, with the eventual goal of first winning the trophy, and also entertaining the crowds in North America. Like the inaugural edition, the season promises plenty of riveting contests and of course, …