ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways and Cybernet, the nation’s leading fiber broadband operator, have signed an agreement to deploy a state-of-the-art fiber optic network along the ML1 railway line, stretching from Karachi to Peshawar. This partnership marks a significant leap in Pakistan’s digital infrastructure, positioning the country to meet future connectivity demands and drive economic progress. Pakistan Railways’ extensive 7,000-kilometer network provides …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is proud to announce that it has been voted the ‘World’s Best MICE Airline 2024’ at the World MICE Awards™ held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on 4 September, 2024. The airline was also voted ‘Middle East’s Best MICE Airline 2024’ by industry experts. The World MICE Awards™ honour industry leaders for furthering global Meetings, Incentives, …

DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, through its agency Tourism Malaysia, today welcomed 200 incentive participants from China under the Beijing Jingdong Century Trading Co., Ltd. (JD.COM) to Malaysia, who will be touring around the country from 31 August to 5 September 2024. JD.COM is one of China’s leading e-commerce platforms that links its customers to a …

ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has landed in Antananarivo, Madagascar for the first time. The arrival of EK707 was celebrated with a water canon salute at Ivato International Airport, followed by an exclusive event for VIPs, government officials, industry guests, and media. His Excellency, Andry Rajoelina, President of the Republic of Madagascar and the First Lady greeted …

MAJID Developments, a premier real estate development company marks its entrance in Dubai’s real estate market with the launch of Mayfair Gardens, a residential community building in the heart of Dubai. Majid Developments is not just another name in the real estate market, it’s a brand built on a legacy of delivering superior craftsmanship and innovative design around the globe. …

DUBAI: Union Coop has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Watani Al Emarat Foundation to exchange expertise and leverage resources for mutual benefit. The agreement aims to facilitate communication and cooperation between the two organizations to achieve shared interests that benefit the target groups. It also focuses on launching and supporting national initiatives that promote national identity, volunteerism among …

Over half-a-billion (Dh660 mln) “Ocean Pearl 1” and “Ocean Pearl 2” span on 475,827 square feet, and slated for handover in 2026 and 2027 By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Samana Developers, one of the leading and the fastest growing developer in Dubai, today made its debut in waterfront properties with the launch of two new projects worth Dh660 million. Samana Ocean …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: The best MICE brands from across the globe have been revealed at the 5th annual World MICE Awards Gala Ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The strength of Dubai’s MICE sector was acknowledged with the UAE emirate voted ‘World’s Best MICE Destination’. Dubai World Trade Centre took triple honours, winning ‘Middle East’s Best Convention Centre’, ‘World’s Best …

DUBAI: Union Coop has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Continental Investments LMD LLC to establish its first branch in the Rukan residential community, located in Wadi Al Safa within Dubai Land, behind Arabian Ranches. This agreement aligns with Union Coop’s expansion plans and strategies, aiming to introduce new projects that delight shareholders and shoppers while meeting the needs …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: At Resorts World Cruises’ first press conference in Dubai with the support of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the cruise line announced the debut of Resorts World One in the Gulf in the Middle East. Starting 1 November 2024, the Resorts World One will homeport in Dubai via DP World’s Mina Port Rashid to offer three weekly …