RIYADH:  In a strategic move to strengthen business ties between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, INDEX Holding has officially opened the doors to its regional office, “Integrated Platform Company,” in Riyadh. The inauguration unfolded at the esteemed Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center last Friday by His Excellency Amb. Dr. Abdulsalam AlMadani, Chairman of INDEX …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The Financial Freedom for All – a campaign launched by Century Financial in collaboration with the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Middle East and the Anti-Poverty Working Group, has garnered the backing of leading corporates, pledging to enroll 10,000 blue-collar workers within the very first month of its launch. This significant milestone underscores the campaign’s broad appeal and …

DUBAI: World No. 2 Rory McIlroy was on hand to conduct the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise draw for a BMW XM (Mineral White Metallic) car, following his record fourth time win at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club yesterday. The Northern Irish player drew the winning ticket number 1356 in Finest Surprise Series 1862 and …

ABU DHABI: Get ready for a vibrant weekend experience at Deerfields Mall! Starting from January 12th to February 4th, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., the mall’s Garden Area will transform into a buzzing hub of fresh produce, adorable animals, and family-friendly entertainment. “We’re thrilled to bring back the Farmer’s Market, bigger and better than …

Dubai Duty Free’s Senior Vice President for Marketing, Sinéad El Sibai has received the Irish Presidential Distinguished Service Award from President Michael D. Higgins at a ceremony held at the presidential residence Ãras an Uachtaráin in Dublin on 16th January. Sinéad, who is one of the 13 people living outside of Ireland to receive the award this year was recognised …

News Desk DUBAI: Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm and a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), has bolstered its practice focused on Retail & Consumer Goods (RCG) in the India, Middle East, and Africa region, combining Oliver Wyman’s global expertise in transformation, development of retail solutions, and more with extensive local experience to provide strategic guidance to retail …

The LADIESFUND®️ and UNDP Co-Host the 8th LADIESFUND Sustainability Luncheon in partnership with the British Deputy High Commission at Acton House Gardens, British Deputy High Commission, Karachi, where 250 dynamic guests including women leaders, icons, corporate high-flyers, artisans, home chefs, techpreneurs, and gurus gathered, alongside some distinguished male champions of women, to discuss “Women & Climate Action” as well as …

News Desk KARACHI/DUBAI: In the bustling city of Karachi, the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) orchestrated its first-ever networking event in the country. This aimed to redefine Saudi Arabia as a tourist destination that goes beyond religious journeys and showcased the pristine beauty, cultural diversity, and rich heritage of Saudi Arabia which has opened its doors to the world. A host …

DUBAI: The first edition of a three-day-long Japan Kyoto Trade Exhibition, which is expected to forster a strong bi-lateral relationship between the UAE and Japan, kicked off on Monday with a colourful inauguration ceremony at Dubai World Trade Centre. HE Mohammad Ali Rashid Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chmaber of Commerce, attended the event at the invitation and cut …

A gong ceremony was held at Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) at its Lahore office to mark the merger/ amalgamation of AEL Textiles Limited (AEL) with and into Stylers International Limited (SIL). This was an important event for the capital market whereby AEL, a listed company which was formerly an energy company, and SIL will combine the businesses and assets of …