Saudia Hajj and Umrah, a subsidiary of Saudia Group, dedicated to enhancing the experience for pilgrims, has obtained a license from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to serve 10,000 pilgrims. The announcement follows the recent launch of Saudia Hajj and Umrah, signifying a groundbreaking moment...
Forbes Middle East has recognized Abdullah Al-Bader, the CEO of Almarai, as one of the top 100 CEOs in the Middle East in its annual list, 'Most Powerful CEOs in the Middle East 2023. Almarai, under Al-Bader's leadership, solidified its position over the last three years,...
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has signed a membership agreement with Etihad Credit Bureau, the federal entity mandated with regularly collecting credit information from financial and non-financial institutions in the UAE, to strengthen bilateral cooperation and benefit from the Bureau’s...
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in the economic landscape of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). With the UAE government actively promoting entrepreneurship and diversification, SMEs have emerged as key drivers of growth and innovation. This article explores the potential...
Dubai Investments has marked a significant entry into the African markets with the announcement of its first flagship mixed-use development in Africa – the Dubai Investments Park (DIP) Angola. DIP Angola, the innovative 2,000-hectare unique integrated mixed-use residential, commercial and...
The World Bank expected the UAE's real GDP to grow by 3.4 percent in 2023, rising to 3.7 percent in 2024 and to 3.8 percent in 2025. According to the Global Economic Prospects report released today, the World Bank forecast the growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to rise to...
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has announced the introduction of ADIB Business Souq, an innovative digital marketplace designed to provide comprehensive support to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). This all-in-one digital platform aims to significantly reduce the cost of doing business ...
The Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation achieved record numbers through its virtual employee "Naham," enhancing the experience for customers by addressing all inquiries related to the services provided by the Corporation and its affiliated business units. This was achieved through various...
Affirming Dubai Customs' prominent position both locally and globally in corporate social responsibility, and its commitment to excellence in implementing diverse methodologies for sustainable development, the German registration body "TÜV" has reissued the ISO 26000 certification to Dubai...
Bandar Alkhorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, stated that Saudi Arabia, thanks to its investments, managed to achieve an economic and social impact via the mining sector. Addressing the third Ministerial Roundtable at the Future Minerals Forum today, Jan. 9, he...