Pakistan Freelancers’ Association (PAFLA) and Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited (MMBL) signed a strategic partnership to bolster financial literacy, inclusivity, and entrepreneurship across the country. Under the collaboration, PAFLA and Mobilink Microfinance Bank will organize events and workshops, provide support to freelancers, offer academic assistance and establish incubation centers across Pakistan. Besides, the two partners will also collaboratively conduct roadshows and …

LONDON/ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the award-winning national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is today celebrating the return to service of its Airbus A380 on a special inaugural commercial flight from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow. The first of Etihad’s four Airbus A380s returns to the sky from today on the popular Abu Dhabi-London Heathrow route. Today’s inaugural flight departed Abu Dhabi at 0205 …

MONTREAL/DUBAI: Air Canada and Emirates today announced a customer service milestone in the two airlines’ strategic partnership with the move of Air Canada’s operations to Dubai International’s (DXB) flagship Terminal 3 as of July 26th. The co-location of operations in one of the world’s premier terminals will significantly improve the connecting experience for customers and underscores the benefits of the …

Matific, a leading provider of interactive mathematics resources for students and a multiple award-winning global math platform, has released key insights from a comprehensive analysis of data collected through the Matific platform. The findings shed light on various aspects of mathematics education, highlighting both achievements and areas for improvement, while showcasing the significant impact of Matific’s online tools on student …

Pakistan has huge potential to enhance exports of halal products and stressed that the government should cooperate with the private sector in capitalizing on this untapped potential to boost exports and strengthen the economy. He said that the size of the global halal market is around USD$ trillion, but Pakistan’s share in it is negligible. He emphasized that the government …

News Desk JEDDAH/KARACHI: In a gesture of cooperation and goodwill, Sheikh Muhammad Zunnurain, the Chairman of the Pakistan Business Group Punjab Chapter and Al Fursan Group of Companies, paid a visit to Rawaf Al Mina. During his visit, he was warmly welcomed by Deputy Chief Executive Officer Waheed Fadel, and the two leaders engaged in discussions concerning bilateral trade between …

In commemoration of ASEAN Day, to be celebrated annually on 8th August, The Consulate General of Malaysia in Karachi successfully hosted the ASEAN Friendship Bowling Tournament bringing together participants from ASEAN consulates and Trade Office in Karachi to foster camaraderie and celebrate the spirit of regional unity. The event took place on 22 July 2023 at the Royal Rodale in …

By Maryam Hina/Kamran Hashim In a glittering event that exuded elegance and grandeur, Biz Today International hosted its prestigious Business Women Awards powered by HMR Waterfront to recognize and celebrate the exemplary contributions of women business leaders from various sectors across the country. The Awards ceremony took place at the Marriott Hotel Karachi on Monday, 17 July 2023, and witnessed …

News Desk LONDON: In a groundbreaking move that solidifies the UAE’s status as a global leader in sustainability and energy transition, the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has announced the establishment of the “UAE Maritime Decarbonization Center.” As the first-of-its-kind Center in the MENA region and the fourth globally. This pioneering initiative, developed in collaboration with DNV marks …

Maldives Police Service inaugurates “Centre of Excellence for Public Safety” on 20th July 2023. The Centre of Excellence for Public Safety is a showcase of technological advancements in the field of law enforcement and public safety in the Maldives. As the need for adapting to rapid advancements in technology and digitization in providing an effective and efficient service to the …