Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), a leading Islamic financial institution of Pakistan, has partnered with State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for ‘Pakistan Financial Literacy Week 2024’. Committed to fostering financial education and inclusivity, FBL furthers its pledge to complement the SBP efforts for this resourceful initiative of empowerment. Expressing his views on the occasion, Yousaf Hussain, President & CEO, Faysal Bank …

News Desk DUBAI: Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Saeed Al Maktoum, Honorary patron of NAFL, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) RAME (Region Africa Middle East) field meeting and the conference opened today at Atlantis Hotel Dubai, in the presence H.E Humaid Bin Salem-Chairman of International Chamber of Commerce UAE, discussing the strategies for seamless …

Karandaaz Pakistan, a leading impact investment platform that drives sustainable economic growth and strengthens financial and social protection systems for inclusion, has received the prestigious Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Benchmarks (GDEIB) Award 2024. Expressing gratitude for this achievement, Karandaaz CEO Waqas ul Hasan expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We are honoured to receive the GDIEB Award. It is a testament …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) orchestrated a groundbreaking Business Opportunities Conference in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), showcasing Pakistan’s investment potential. Ahsen Zafar Bakhrtawari, President of ICCI, led a distinguished delegation of 160 delegates, comprising key figures from various sectors of Pakistan’s business community. The event, held in the vibrant business hub of …

News Deak DUBAI: Al Nabooda Automobiles LLC, the official distributor for Porsche in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, proudly announces the delivery of the Porsche Taycan to the Dubai Police. This vehicle was presented to Dubai Police, contributing to the high-performance and sustainable capabilities of their fleet. The Porsche Taycan, Porsche’s first fully electric sports car, packs in cutting-edge technology …

News Desk RIYADH/DUBAI: Adobe today announced plans to establish a new regional headquarters in Riyadh as part of its expansion in the region, following RHQ license approval from the Saudi Ministry of Investment. The regional headquarters is expected to open by early 2025 and will enable Adobe to better serve the ever-growing demand for digital customer experiences and creative solutions …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: In an inspiring keynote address at the IBA Leaders Connect event, Mr. Hussain Dawood – Chairman, Engro Corporation and Dawood Hercules Corporation, emphasized the importance of human development based on the values of Character and Good Manners (CGM). “We’re Pakistanis, and we’re going to fight for our country. And the way to do it, in spite …

KARACHI: To celebrate the International Women’s Day, the Karachi Council on Foreign Relations (KCFR) organized a conference on Health Care Awareness for women in Pakistan. With the theme of “Empowering Women, Ensuring Health,” KCFR addressed the urgent need to deal with the pressing health issues faced by our women. From maternal health to reproductive rights, access to healthcare remains a …

ISLAMABAD/DUBAI: In its 25th year of operations in Islamabad, Emirates Airline has stepped up to support children in the local community by teaming up with SOS Children’s Village Islamabad. The airline collaborated with the charity organisation to provide much-needed blankets to the orphaned students and their caretakers. Emirates’ charitable initiative, led by Salem Al Mana, Emirates’ Regional Manager – Pakistan and …

DUBAI/RIYADH: Yango, a global tech company, is set to revolutionise the regional landscape of delivery services by bringing autonomous last mile delivery to the region. Powered by state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and advanced robotics, Yangos last mile delivery solutions will be showcased at the LEAP 2024 international tech fair in Saudi Arabia. The GCC market presents a promising opportunity for the …