DUBAI: Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, affirmed that strengthening the presence of national products on the cooperative’s shelves is a key pillar of its strategy to support the UAE’s objectives of achieving food security and advancing economic sustainability. He noted that supporting local products is no longer merely a commercial choice, but a national responsibility that contributes …

DUBAI: Huawei Digital Power, a leading global provider of solar and renewable energy technology, successfully hosted the FusionSolar Technical Innovation Summit in Dubai on July 15 to address the critical grid-stability challenges facing the Middle East and Central Asia’s rapidly growing renewable energy sector. The event gathered industry leaders, policymakers, technology experts, utilities, EPCs, developers, consultants, and partners from across …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Sav, the region’s rapidly growing consumer fintech platform, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, have signed an exclusive five-year, multimillion-dollar strategic partnership that will see Visa become Sav’s exclusive card network across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will accelerate product innovation, customer acquisition, and the expansion of Sav’s card ecosystem across both …

KARACHI: Mashreq Pakistan, part of Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced the appointment of Muhammad Umar Ilyas as Chief Information Officer, reinforcing the bank’s continued investment in technology, innovation and digital banking capabilities in Pakistan. Muhammad Umar Ilyas brings more than 22 years of experience in technology leadership, digital transformation, and large-scale IT …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: TDF delegation, led by Sabrina Dawood, Vice Chair, The Dawood Foundation, and Ahsan Zafar Syed, CEO, Engro met with Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, to discuss future collaborations aimed at strengthening Karachi’s science, heritage, and public learning landscape. The meeting focused on fostering meaningful partnerships to expand informal learning through TDF MagnifiScience Centre (MSC) …

KARACHI: Her Excellency Ms. Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, Honorable First Lady of Pakistan, received the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Pakistan, His Excellency Mr. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo, who called on her at Bilawal House, Karachi, today. The Ambassador was accompanied by his spouse. Welcoming the Ambassador and his spouse to Karachi, the First Lady congratulated him on the successful …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The All Pakistan Memon Federation (APMF) successfully organized the Grand Finals of Youth Olympics 2026 at the A. R. Tabba Sports Complex, Karachi, bringing together talented young athletes in a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, unity, and excellence. The event witnessed thrilling competitions, outstanding performances, and enthusiastic participation from players, parents, coaches, volunteers, and community members, highlighting …

The global construction market is projected to reach USD 16.11 trillion by 2030, with residential development remaining a major growth driver. Yet rework continues to be a significant hidden cost, accounting for up to 20% of total project expenses. High-performance homes can help address this by prioritising energy efficiency, durability, indoor comfort and sustainability. In the UAE, where cooling demand …

DUBAI:Tetr College, a first-of-its-kind global B-school known for reimagining business education through immersive learning, has announced the launch of its Global Gap Year Program, a 40-week international experience designed to bring greater structure and purpose to the traditional gap year. Spanning China, Japan, Europe, Argentina, India, Kenya and Bali, the Gap Year Program combines practical entrepreneurial experiences, academic learning and …

Exclusively available in the UAE and KSA, Nissan’s Connected Car Services (CCS) 2.0 enriches digital ownership experience of the 2026 Kicks News Desk DUBAI: Nissan has introduced the new, sporty Kicks SR to the Middle East, expanding the 2026 Kicks line-up with a new flagship grade that reflects evolving customer expectations across the region. Building on the compact crossover’s strong reception …