DUBAI: Under the esteemed patronage of H.H. Engr. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) proudly celebrated the 27th Annual Emirates Recycling Awards on World Environment Day. This year’s event, held at Dubai Knowledge Park, brought together a diverse audience representing academic institutions, government bodies, private enterprises, the diplomatic corps, families, and the media. …

KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has submitted a series of important tax proposals to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for consideration in the federal budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. The measures recommended are revenue positive and will encourage resource allocation towards productive and documented sectors of the economy. This is important for …

DUBAI/MUMBAI: The 11th global edition of the World CX Summit and Awards, an event by Trescon, drew to a close at the Leela, Mumbai on 22nd May 2024. The event was attended by over 200+ CX experts participating in a day filled with insightful discussions focusing on solutions and innovations that are reshaping how businesses approach the customer experience space. …

AJMAN: The Ajman Department of Finance recently organised a workshop titled “Financial Planning for Supervisory Personnel in the Ajman Government.” The workshop aimed to equip supervisory personnel in government agencies across the Emirate of Ajman with the skills to plan financial resources efficiently and effectively, thereby playing a vital role in enhancing economic growth and financial stability in the emirate. …

DUBAI: Swank Development unveiled its exceptional “Lua Residences” project, located in the Mohammed bin Rashid City in Meydan. The project, with a total cost of over 320 million dirhams, was launched during a distinguished event attended by a group of VIPs and investors. This project marks a new chapter for Swank Development and is its first project that falls in …

DUBAI: The gaming industry takes a step forward in the United Arab Emirates. The Emirates Esports Federation, an organization created by the UAE government to promote esports in the UAE by organizing and coordinating sports activities and representing the country in various external forums, has reached a collaboration agreement with MENATech Entertainment to encourage initiatives linked to the world of …

The independent talent economy is experiencing significant growth both globally and in the MENA region. Organizations are increasingly tapping into this unique talent pool, drawn by its agility, cost benefits, and easy access to in-demand skills. However, many organizations fall short in implementing tailored onboarding strategies for these professionals. Traditional employee onboarding practices are not well-suited to the faster-moving, competitive …

DUBAI: Nexthink, a leading provider of digital employee experience (DEX) management solutions, announced the promotion of Ahmed Seleem to Area VP for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) regions. His new role comes as Nexthink continues to experience rapid customer and business growth in the region. In his elevated role, Seleem will spearhead strategic initiatives aimed at expanding Nexthink’s …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: To commemorate World Environment Day andas part ofan environmental strategy that includes a commitment to consuming responsibly, Emirates is readying to repurpose more than 50,000 kilograms of materials from 191 aircraft undergoing a cabin interior refresh. Emirates will give new life to the materials and is personally producing thousands of handmade children’s backpacks and schoolbags, to …

DUBAI: Select Property, a leading UK-based property developer and investment partner, cites that the UAE has witnessed a remarkable surge in branded residences over the past 10 years while KSA is poised to follow suit. From 2014 to 2024, the UAE’s real estate landscape has seen a tremendous 410% growth in branded developments. With 51 branded projects scattered across the Emirates and a …