Continuing to promote its goals of strengthening the global profile and outreach of its member publishers by offering them better visibility in new markets, the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA)’s will display 569 titles by 27 local publishers on its ‘Manassah’ platforms at key book fairs in Jordan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). At…
The Middle East showcase at Expo 2020 Dubai
Plant the seeds for the future as you embark on a journey of a lifetime. Be our guest as Dubai welcomes the world to a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Under the theme ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’, game-changing innovations and ideas by the world’s brightest minds will change our future as we know it. Be there as…
Almost half of professional’s claim ‘hybrid working’ is not fit for purpose
Whilst two thirds of companies (63%) have adopted or are in the process of implementing a hybrid-work model, 40% of professionals have stated that their employer’s hybrid working arrangements need to be improved. In fact, 55% of workers feel that their current hybrid arrangement does not go far enough to help bring a well-needed balance…
Dubai creates new Authority to oversee operations of Dubai Airport Free Zone, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Dubai CommerCity
Dubai has announced the establishment of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority, a new body created to oversee the operations of the Dubai Airport Free Zone, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Dubai CommerCity. According to the new Law issued by Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed…
Young people across Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa region trust in themselves to lead the change towards a sustainable future
Young people are not only willing to drastically change their lifestyle in order to save the planet. They also see themselves as sustainable advocates and leaders towards a more sustainable future, according to a new global study from Electrolux revealing the thoughts of almost 14,000 young people around the world including Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APAC & MEA)…
IGCF 2021 discussion on public communication methodologies to spotlight the thin line between awareness and chaos
The sudden and global outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has underscored the immense value and importance of developing collective awareness via effective government communication. Taking cognizance of this key component of effective governance, the 10thedition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) will host a timely and topical discussion titled, Government Communication Methodologies & their Impact…
ADIB boosts pool of Emirati talent
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, announced the appointment of veteran UAE banker Ahmed Bazarah as the head of ADIB’s Emirati segment, responsible for driving the bank’s strategy to increase its market share of UAE national customers as well as designing dedicated products and services for the segment. The ambitions of the…
Ooredoo embraces young Kuwaiti talents
The pandemic has swept across the world in 2020 and continued for a year and a half, leaving havoc in its wake. More than any event in memory, the pandemic has been a global event. On every continent, households have felt its devastation — joblessness and lockdowns, infirmity and death. In addition, an abiding, relentless…
Haitham Zadjali joins Datamount Oman as Deputy CEO
Datamount Oman – a leading data centre service provider headquartered in Muscat – has announced the appointment of Mr. Haitham Yousuf Juma Al Zadjali as its Deputy CEO. Haitham Al Zadjali took over his new role on September 19, 2021, with twenty years of experience in the government and private sector in the areas of…
Luc Donckerwolke to lead Genesis brand communications in new role
Genesis has announced that Luc Donckerwolke is broadening his role to strengthen the brand’s global brand presence. Effective from 1 September 2021, Luc Donckerwolke is Chief Brand Officer (CBO) and Chief Creative Officer (CCO) for Genesis, reporting directly to the global head of brand, Jay Chang. As a CCO for the Hyundai Motor Group, Luc…