DUBAI: The USTA and Emirates announced a transformative partnership renewal that will extend Emirates’ long-standing support of the US Open Tennis Championships. Now in its 13th consecutive year, Emirates is back as the Official Airline Partner of the US Open and is set to make an impact on local communities within the United States. The extended multi-year partnership will see Emirates …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Indonesian Consulate General in Karachi, along with the Indonesian Women’s Association (DWP), played a key role in the “Independence Day Family Gala” at Mohatta Palace Museum, celebrating Pakistan’s 77th Anniversary. The event provided an opportunity to introduce Indonesian cuisine and culture to a wide audience. Visitors enjoyed a variety of traditional Indonesian dishes, such as …

On completion of 77 years, the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) celebrated Pakistan’s Independence Day with full enthusiasm and national fervour. The event featured inspiring speeches highlighting the significance of the day; followed by the national songs performed by NIMA researchers. The festivities culminate at the cake cutting ceremony. Prior to conclusion, the President of NIMA expressed his gratitude …

News Desk ISLAMABAD: In an announcement on Pakistan’s Independence Day, President Asif Ali Zardari awarded the Sitara-i-Imtiaz to Dr Sulaiman Shahabuddin, Aga Khan University’s (AKU) President and Vice-Chancellor for his contributions to the advancement of education and quality of life in Pakistan. The Sitara-i-Imtiaz is the third-highest civilian honour in Pakistan and is conferred by the President of Pakistan to …

Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has launched the second cycle of the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp, to recognise hotels in the city with the highest levels of adherence to DET’s ‘19 Sustainability Requirements’, a set of mandatory standards to support the ongoing drive to position Dubai as a leading sustainable tourism destination. Serving as a validation of a …

News Desk KARACHI: On 11th August, Doit Pakistan proudly hosted the “Azadi with Orphans” event at Bilal Orphanage, embodying their heartfelt slogan, “Be Their Happiness.” The event was a celebration of Pakistan’s independence, but more importantly, it was a celebration of the resilience and potential of the children who call Bilal Orphanage home. Spearheaded by Shehzan Baloch, the President of …

Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bank of China – Dubai Branch to develop collaboration and enhance cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and China. The signing of the agreement coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the UAE and China. Trade and investment ties between the two markets have …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates Airline and S.L. Benfica have announced the renewal of their partnership for an additional five seasons, extending their collaboration until 2029. This renewal marks a significant milestone in the relationship between the club and the airline who have been collaborating for over a decade with a shared passion for excellence. Emirates became Benfica’s Official Airline Partner …

DOHA: As the only airline in the world to have won the Skytrax World’s Best Business class 11 times, Qatar Airways announces further enhancement to its business class service with the introduction of caviar service on its menu offering. Starting with 13 routes from 15 August, caviar lovers can experience the luxurious service onboard Qatar Airways business class between Doha …

DUBAI: In 2024, the UAE is set to attract a new 6,700 millionaires, according to the Private Wealth Migration Report released yesterday by Henley & Partners, a global migration advisory firm.  This influx is nearly double that of the United States, its nearest competitor, marking the UAE as the world’s top destination for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) for the third consecutive …