Business & Money | Thursday 30 November, 2017 8:04 am

(JETRO) and the (METI) Host Two Intellectual Property (IP) Events to Promote Cooperation between UAE and Japan

The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI) held two events to discuss the development of appropriate collaborative measures for tackling IP infringement and counterfeiting in the region.       IP Judicial...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 30 November, 2017 7:45 am

Winners of Saudi king’s awards for inventors and the gifted announced

The winners of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Prize for Inventors and the Gifted were announced on Wednesday by the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST).   The winners were picked at a meeting chaired by KACST President Prince Dr. Turki bin Saud bin Mohammed...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 November, 2017 7:18 am

Makkah governor opens Jeddah’s new waterfront

Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal on Wednesday inaugurated the Jeddah Waterfront Project.   The inauguration took place in the presence of Jeddah Gov. Prince Mishaal bin Majid and Deputy Gov. Prince Abdullah bin Bandar.   Prince Khaled said: “We congratulate the nation ...

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Business & Money | Thursday 30 November, 2017 6:45 am

Call for flexible hours for working Saudi women

The private sector should offer working women flexible working hours and a conducive working environment, the 8th Riyadh Economic Forum was told on Wednesday.   Flexible hours should be arranged to empower women and give them a place for employment in private and public sectors, the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 November, 2017 5:15 am

Al Qasba to Host Array of Activities in Celebration of UAE National Day

In celebration of the UAE’s 46th National Day. Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier tourist, family and leisure destination, is hosting an array of entertainment activities designed to foster patriotism and a love for the country. Taking place on Friday and Saturday (December 1 & 2), the...

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Business & Money | Thursday 30 November, 2017 4:48 am

Automechanika Riyadh turns focus on exciting growth potential of Saudi automotive aftermarket

The Middle East's premier international trade and networking event, Automechanika, is now headed to Riyadh, capital and largest city of the region's largest automotive market, Saudi Arabia.   With the launch of Automechanika Riyadh, which will open doors for the first time in the ...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 30 November, 2017 3:22 am

Siemens partners with Iraq Ministry of Electricity to modernize four power plants

In a move to help enhance Iraq’s energy supply, Siemens announced today the signing of multi-million euro service contracts with the country’s Ministry of Electricity. The project will see the maintenance and upgrade services of seven power generating units inside four power plants...

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Business & Money | Thursday 30 November, 2017 3:18 am

Pure Gold Jewellers Philanthropic Founder, Mr. Firoz Merchant, Truly Embraces the Year of Giving

Philanthropist Firoz Merchant continues his considerable charitable efforts, embracing 2017 as ‘The Year of Giving.’ He has now donated over AED 17.5 million towards the release of prisoners in debt, and since 2008 has changed the lives of more than 12,600 people through his...

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Business & Money | Thursday 30 November, 2017 3:15 am

Avaya Announces Court Approval of Restructuring Plan

Avaya announced that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the “Court”) has confirmed its second amended chapter 11 plan of reorganization (the “Plan”).  As a result, Avaya expects to emerge from its restructuring process before the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 30 November, 2017 2:08 am

Rixos The Palm Dubai Receives Prestigious Accolades at Middle East Hozpitality Excellence Awards 2017

Located on Palm Jumeirah, the Turkish-inspired, multi-concept luxury beach resort Rixos The Palm Dubai was endowed with ‘Hotel of the year (5 star)’ Gold Award at the 3rd Middle East Hozpitality Excellence Awards 2017 for the second year in a row.   In...

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