Business & Money | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:05 am

wasl launches Warsan project in preparation for Expo 2020

wasl Asset Management Group, one of the largest real estate management and development companies in Dubai– has announced a new project in Warsan, which has been launched as part of the company’s strategic preparations for Expo 2020 and will deliver much needed accommodation for...

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Business & Money | Sunday 4 June, 2017 2:40 pm

Al Benaa Real Estate Investment Company signs Memorandum of Understanding with Optima Middle East Facility Management

Continuing its expansion in the UAE, the Abu Dhabi-based Al Benaa Real Estate Investment Company (PJSC) has entered into an agreement with Spanish company, Optima Middle East Facility Management, with the objective to create a specialized partnership in the management of high-efficiency...

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Business & Money | Sunday 4 June, 2017 2:25 pm

Emaar Hospitality Group launches panoramic,360 virtual tours of its hotels in Dubai

In another technology first, Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, has introduced panoramic, 360 virtual tours of its hotels in Dubai.   The 360 virtual tours, captured in high-definition photographs and videos, offer visitors the...

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Business & Money | Sunday 4 June, 2017 2:18 pm

Ericsson appoints Wojciech Bajda to head GCC and global customer unit zain

In line with the previously announced business strategy, Ericsson in Market Area Middle East and Africa announces the appointment of Wojciech Bajda as Head of Ericsson in Gulf Council Countries (GCC) and Global Customer Unit (GCU) Zain and a member of the Market Area’s Leadership Team...

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Business & Money | Sunday 4 June, 2017 1:23 pm

Fintech Company Rubique Establishing its Mark in International Markets

By facilitating loan disbursement worth $200 mn & setup of over 35,000+ credit cards, Rubique is heading towards becoming a definitive fintech player in Indian online lending which has generated ~$3.5 mn revenue more than its series A funding. Rubique, the one-stop online marketplace,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 4 June, 2017 1:20 pm

THIS YEAR, AN IFTAR AT PALMS GOLF CLUB WILL BRING ABUNDANT JOY OF RAMADAN FESTIVITIES.

As dusk falls, enjoy Iftar At InterContinental® Riyadh. With its luxurious “Tamrra” tent setup furthered by the subtle well-appointed Arabic touches, accompanied by greenery, gently lit lanterns and soothing atmosphere at Palms Golf Club will embark the true spirit of Ramadan....

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Government | Sunday 4 June, 2017 1:00 pm

Saudi Arabia, UAE hold talks to boost bilateral ties

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Abu Dhabi crown prince and deputy commander of the UAE Armed Forces, on Friday discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties between their respective nations. The Abu Dhabi crown prince also conveyed the regards of UAE...

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Government | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:59 pm

Over 1.6 million e-fingerprint operations activated in 1,088 courts

Over 1.6 million electronic fingerprint operations were activated in 1,088 courts and notaries Kingdom-wide in the past 18 months, the Ministry of Justice said. The fingerprint system aims to ensure the identity of beneficiaries of the e-powers of authority, e-real estate wealth and e-court...

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Government | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:52 pm

Prince Naif award aims to boost Arab security

As part of a plan to recognize efforts that help boost peace and security in the Arab world, the Council of Arab Ministers of Interior has launched the “Prince Naif Award for Arab Security” in memory of the late Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz, a pioneer of joint Arab security. The Prince...

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Environment & Energy | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:43 pm

Energy minister calls for R&D on petrochemicals, renewables

Khalid Al-Falih, minister of energy, industry and mineral resources, has urged attendees of an economic forum in St. Petersburg, Russia, to invest in research and development of petrochemicals and renewable energy, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. The minister, who was addressing the 21st St....

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