KARACHI: Interloop Limited, one of the world’s largest hosiery manufacturers, was listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) at a Gong Ceremony today. Asad Umar, Minister for Finance, Revenue & Economic Affairs, the Chief Guest, through video-link, after striking of the Gong said, “I congratulate Interloop Limited, Arif Habib Limited, PSX and the SECP on this momentous occasion.” He also …

KUALA LUMPUR: The 11th World Halal Conference 2019 (WHC 2019) the leading international-scale platform for convergence that underscores Malaysia’s commitment to further develop the Halal industry has successfully wrapped up its annual Halal conference yesterday. WHC 2019 drew a highly engaged audience of Government representatives, business leaders, halal industry players, entrepreneurs, scholars and stakeholders; and offered a compelling line up …

DUBAI: ASDA’A BCW, the leading PR agency in the Middle East and North Africa, will unveil the findings of its 11th annual Arab Youth Survey, the largest independent study of its kind on the region’s largest demographic – its youth – on April 30 in Dubai. This year’s survey marks the first time that the thought leadership initiative, with a …

ABU DHABI: McLaren has removed the shape-changing, additional body panels previously used to hide the form of its imminent, rule-breaking ‘Grand Tourer’.  The car’s sleek and boldly elegant design can now be discerned although the lightweight body remains covered by a shrink-wrapped livery that suggests the number of established rules the McLaren of Grand Tourers will break.  The company is …

ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Climate Change Zartaj Gul has said that present government is committed to provide best employment opportunities for youth. She made these remarks while addressing the Annual Career Fair, held at Air University. Being the chief guest, she also lauded the efforts of Air University for strengthening industry-academia relations. “Prime Minister Imran Khan has given a …

SELANGOR: A memorandum of understanding between Selangor Youth Community (SAY) and Malaysia Bahrain Economic Cooperation Chamber (MBECC) was held in conjunction with The 16th Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2019. This event was witnessed by His Highness The Crown Prince of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj who is also the Founder and Royal Patron of …

KUALA LUMPUR: After a very successful stint last year, the Philippines is back again in the 16th Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2019). This year, the Philippine Pavilion houses 26 companies, representing halal food, personal care/ cosmetics, tourism, and investment. Backed by Republic Act No. 10817 or The Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act of 2016 and supported by …

DUBAI: Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted the 7th edition of the Dubai Sustainable Supply Chain Forum at its premises which gathered members of the business community in Dubai and highlighted best practices in implementing impactful supply chain and sustainability programmes. Organised by the Sustainability in Supply Chain Task Force under the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network, the forum …

DUBAI: Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today announced the lucky winner of its monthly Kunooz Savings Account draw. Mr. Abdulla Al Shamsi, a UAE national, won the AED 1 million cash prize and was presented with a cheque at the bank’s headquarters in Dubai Healthcare City. Commenting on his win, Mr. Abdulla Al …

By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR: The world’s largest halal trade fair, Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2019, organised by Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), returns for its 16th edition gathering the biggest congregation of halal businesses to date. With over 1,000 booths displayed, MIHAS 2019 brings together buyers and sellers from over 44 countries to Kuala Lumpur. MIHAS 2019 …