News Desk DUBAI/KUALA LUMPUR: The activities of the “MIHAS@Dubai” Halal Food Expo will be at Dubai World Trade Centre, while the Malaysia External Trade Development Authority “MATRADE”, the organizer of the event, aims to achieve export sales worth USD250 million during the incoming expo. During MIHAS@Dubai, MATRADE will organise an International Sourcing Programme (INSP) involving 120 buyers from all over …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has announced the successful implementation of 3D-printed PEEK implants, meticulously designed and manufactured by AKUH’s experts. This transformative leap in medical innovation aims to improve healthcare access, affordability, and outcomes for patients needing complex bone replacement surgeries in Pakistan. 3D-printed PEEK implants are high-performance, customized devices that can replace bones …

DUBAI: VinFast, inspired by Vingroup’s ethos of “Forever the start-up spirit,” has officially entered the Middle Eastern market. This expansion offers the EV maker a unique opportunity to secure a first-mover advantage and champion sustainable mobility on a global scale. For Vingroup, the “start-up spirit” is an all-encompassing philosophy. Despite it being Vietnam’s largest private conglomerates, Vingroup’s founder, Pham Nhat …

DUBAI: Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, introduces GSE Job Profiles, a first-of-its-kind tool that enables HR professionals to make smarter, data-driven hiring and training decisions. GSE Job Profiles provides accurate English language proficiency benchmarks for nearly 1,400 job roles, integrating insights from Pearson’s Global Scale of English (GSE) framework and Faethm by Pearson. As English becomes more …

News Desk RIYADH: Reportage Properties, the leading UAE-based real estate developer, will be present to share in the activities “Cityscape Global 2024” exhibition, which is held in Saudi Arabia for the second year in a row, under the slogan “The Future of Life”, at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, north of Riyadh, from November 11 to 14. …

Sport Desk DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group and NBA legend James Worthy met today at Emirates Group Headquarters to tip off the Emirates NBA Cup 2024, which starts today. Worthy brought the NBA Cup to mark the occasion, as Emirates celebrates the arrival of the much-anticipated tournament.  During …

News Desk DUBAI: Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), the UAE’s premier property development company specializing in build-to-sell assets and majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), maintained strong momentum during the third quarter of 2024 as well. Property sales rose by 66 percent to AED 48 billion (US$ 13.1 billion) during the first nine months of 2024, compared to AED …

News Desk KARACHI: Jubilee Life Insurance, Pakistan’s leading private-sector life insurance company, has expanded its partnership with Sehat Kahani, the nation’s leading telemedicine platform, to introduce outpatient department (OPD) claims’ management services. This enhancement significantly broadens the range of benefits available to Jubilee Life Insurance policyholders, who can now enjoy streamlined access to OPD Management services alongside their existing hospitalization …

News Desk DUBAI: BFL Group, one of the leading off-price retailers in the Middle East is pleased to announce its new partnership with Tabby, the MENA’s leading shopping and financial services app. With this collaboration, customers can now enjoy Tabby’s flexible payment solutions across all Brands For Less stores in the UAE, offering greater convenience and flexibility to their shopping experience. Through Tabby, shoppers …

By Rafiq Vayani JAKARTA/KARACHI: Four prominent female influencers from Pakistan—Areeka Haq, Hira Attique, Laiba Shah, and Hemayal Attique—recently embarked on a tour of Indonesia to promote the country’s vibrant tourism among the Pakistani public, with a special focus on encouraging female travelers. The journey began with an official visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where the influencers were warmly …