Dubai Chambers has announced the appointment of Maha Al Gargawi as its Executive Director of Business Advocacy, a strategic move that expands the organisation’s advocacy role with the aim of improving ease of doing business in Dubai and enhancing the economic contribution of business groups and councils operating in the emirate. Al Gargawi will oversee the implementation of new plans …

The top players in the Middle East and Africa’s hospitality sector were honoured at the Future Hospitality Summit Awards today in the presence of Founding Patron of the Arabian Hospitality Investment Conference (AHIC), His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman & Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: WebOps Global – a subsidiary of WebOps LLC, USA – the world’s leading healthcare supply chain solutions provider, has launched its first international headquarters in the UAE. As the healthcare sector in the country witnesses a rising demand amidst rapid digital transformation, infrastructural development, a strong regulatory framework to protect patients, and advancements in patient care …

Experience-driven hospitality group, Limestone Lab, founded by visionary entrepreneurs and innovators intending to disrupt the hospitality industry, has officially opened the doors to Peaches & Cream for its soft launch. The multi-immersive, 80’s Miami beach restaurant, located along the west side of the Palm Jumeirah, is a family-friendly hotspot, adding to the group’s portfolio of successful F&B concepts.  The ultra-instagrammable …

Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) received a high-level trade delegation from Norway. The two parties discussed bilateral cooperation and investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi in vital sectors, including energy, oil, and gas. His Excellency Mohamed Helal Al Mheiri, Director General of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, welcomed His Excellency Sten Arne Rosnes, Ambassador of Norway …

Italian Friends of The Citizens Foundation, Community of Sant’Egidio, Yunus Brothers Group (YBG), South City Hospital, and Paramount Books come together to raise funds under the aegis of the Consulate of Italy in Karachi to help the flood-affected communities in Pakistan. Severe flooding brought on by unusually heavy rains has caused great havoc in Pakistan. The United Nations estimates 30 …

Singapore-based travel-tech company utu (utu Pte Ltd) has announced that Etihad Guest, the frequent flyer programme of the UAE’s national airline Etihad Airways, will now allow Etihad Guest members to shop tax-free globally with the utu Tax-Free Card. Etihad’s Vice President Loyalty & Partnerships, Kim Hardaker said, “With nearly 8 million members globally, we’re constantly innovating and expanding our network …

On 16th September 2022, Tennis and Country Club Fujairah hosted Culture Fair 2022. The show was organised and directed by Maheen Zeeshan and hosted by Anoushay Akram. Back-to-back performances by talented children kept the audience thrilled Doors opened to the crowd at 4.30pm and the show started with the soulful performance of children on the national anthem of UAE.  There were songs …

The World CIO 200 Summit awarded Mr. Aiman Othman, IT Dept. Director, Union Coop was bestowed with the title of ‘Legend’ at the World CIO 200 Awards. The title was awarded for his achievements as a leader in DIGITAL transformation, in developing institutional excellence and his contribution to the development of Union Coop’s e-commerce platform.   Commenting on the achievement, …

ABU DHABI: e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group), one of the world’s leading technology and investment conglomerates, and MoneyGram International, a global leader in the evolution of digital peer-to-peer (P2P) payments, today announced an expansion of their strategic partnership enabling e &’s large and fast-growing customer base of 160 million to send and receive money through mobile wallets across its footprint in near …