Dubai is set to host the 11th World Green Economy Summit on October 1-2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event is organized by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO). The summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, and experts...
Etihad Airways has announced an exciting expansion of its flight services to Nairobi, Kenya. Starting December 15, 2025, the airline will double its service to 14 weekly flights connecting Abu Dhabi and Nairobi. This move comes less than a year after the airline resumed flights to the Kenyan capital. The increase in flights highlights the...
Saudi Arabia has announced a significant initiative to localize 41 professions within the tourism sector, aiming to enhance job opportunities for its citizens. This plan was disclosed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) in conjunction with the Ministry of Tourism. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to empower local...
G42, a technology group based in the UAE, has released a report in collaboration with Semafor titled “What AI Experts Want from Their Employers.” This report sheds light on the motivations of sought-after AI professionals and emphasizes what employers need to provide in order to attract and retain talent in a competitive global market. The...
Islamic banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are expected to see a rise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the coming years. This trend is largely driven by the need for competitive advantage and to access growth opportunities, according to Fitch Ratings. The firm’s Head of Middle East Bank Ratings and Islamic Banking, Redmond...
Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo, and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) have announced plans to establish a Global Cargo Joint Business. This collaboration, contingent on regulatory approval, aims to enhance service levels for customers and partners in the global air freight market. The partnership seeks to leverage the strengths and infrastructure of these three leading...
Dubai is gearing up for a significant property exhibition hosted by Metropolitan Premium Properties, set to take place from May 16 to May 18 at the Bluewaters Forum by Banyan Tree Dubai on Bluewaters Island. This three-day event will feature leading developers showcasing their latest real estate projects, making it an excellent opportunity for those...
Morocco is set to construct a new civilian airport in the North-western Atlantic port city of Casablanca as part of an extensive national logistics expansion program. This announcement was made by the Arab country’s Transport Minister, Abdul Samad Qayuh. The projected cost for the new airport is nearly 28 billion Moroccan dirhams, which is equivalent...
Amwaj International, a billion-dollar multinational conglomerate, has acquired an 18% stake in the Dubai-based development firm Cledor. This investment, which values Cledor at $100 million post-money, marks Amwaj’s entry into the thriving real estate market in the UAE. Cledor was founded by industry veteran Omar Gull and has achieved significant milestones within a year, including...
Dubai Media Academy, the specialized training and research arm of Dubai Media Incorporated, has launched the “Artificial Intelligence Initiative in Arab Media.” This initiative was unveiled during Dubai AI Week, which runs from April 21-25, and is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince...