UAE homegrown retail conglomerate, Sharaf Retail significantly expands its presence in the lifestyle market across Middle East and Far East, with 23 planned store launches in 2023 in addition to three new openings of its flagship brands – Forever 21, Cotton On and BODY, at UAE’s retail and leisure destination, Silicon Central mall. The new stores are spread across a …

Representatives from Dubai International Chamber, UAE and Israeli officials during the ribbon cutting ceremony inaugurating the chamber’s international representative office in Tel Aviv. The new office will enable Israeli companies to maximise Dubai’s business hub opportunities and access MENASA markets as well as empower Dubai investors to explore business possibilities across Israel. Dubai International Chamber’s new representative office reinforces strong …

The Amadora Inova, Portugal, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the ICCBS Technology Park and Incubation Centre, Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD), University of Karachi (UoK). According to the spokesman of the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi, the purpose of this MoU is to promote mutual understanding …

Pangaea X, a ‘first-of-its-kind’ Data Analytics platform, today launched an upgraded version of Virtual Teams, a feature that enables freelancers to collaborate, build their own team and bid on larger scale projects where multiple skills and expertise are required. The enhanced ‘teams’ version of the Pangaea X platform enables freelancers to build a team in three steps – by viewing …

Engro Corporation, Pakistan’s premier conglomerate, has adopted the SAP Ariba Strategic Sourcing suite to enhance efficiencies and transparency across all business units. Integration Xperts partnered with Bloom IT to deliver the Engro Strategic Sourcing integration with S/4HANA, aligned with the vision of Intelligent Spend Management Networks (ISBN) to improve business efficiencies and accelerate the pace of innovation. Launched in April …

Her Excellency Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, visited a GE facility in Dubai, and met with senior figures from its energy, healthcare and aviation sectors. Discussions were held at GE’s first of its kind in the region, state-of-the-art gas turbine facility in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), and featured demonstrations of …

Etisalat UAE branded as Etisalat by e& today announced that it has collaborated with Huawei to complete the trial of 1.2Tbps/channel in United Arab Emirates (UAE). This achievement is a major industry milestone in driving down the cost per bit of telecommunications networks. The trial showcased the ability of fiber networks reaching the overall capacity of single fiber transmission up to 96Tbps. …

Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi  organized “35th Annual Urdu Haiku Mushaira” titled “70th Anniversary of Friendship” in Karachi in connection with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Japan. Haiku Mushaira Moderated by Ruksana Saba and Shahdab-ud-din  Shahb. Mahmood Sham, Wazahat Naseem, Dr. Shadab Ehsani, Safdar Siddique Razi, Khush Bakht Shujaat, Tajdar Adil, Dr. Jamal …

H.E. Mariam Khalifa Al Kaabi, UAE Ambassador to Egypt, Omar Khan, Executive Director, International Offices at Dubai International Chamber, together with several high-profile Emirati officials cut the ribbon to inaugurate Dubai International Chamber’s representative office in Cairo. Dubai International Chamber’s new Cairo office will strengthen the commercial relationship between the two countries, boosting investment ties in key sectors, including trade, …

Swissotel Al Ghurair and Swissotel Living Al Ghurair is pleased to announce the new appointment of Amal El Ansari as the new General Manager, leading the team and driving the business for the 620-room property. Born and raised in Morocco, she brings a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry and commercials, and provides a strategic vision to the flagship hotel for Accor, …