Author: Desk Reporter

Abu Dhabi: Residents of the UAE will soon have the taste of the world’s best basketball players battling it out in the country as the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) successfully closed a groundbreaking multiyear partnership with the North American professional basketball league, National Basketball Association (NBA) to host NBA games in the country. As per the agreement, Abu Dhabi will become the Official Tourism Destination Partner of the NBA in China, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The capital city will also host preseason NBA games beginning with two games in October…

Abu Dhabi: A full-fledged Islamic financial service provider, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) will have a new Group Chief Executive Officer in Mr. Nasser Abdulla Al Awadhi from January 9th 2022, subject to UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) approvals. An industry veteran with more than 33 years of experience in banking, Mr. Nasser has held numerous senior strategic, commercial and leadership roles over the years, including several critical board membership positions at leading national institutions. Considered as a leading practitioner in Islamic finance, Mr. Nasser will be joining ADIB from Dubai Islamic Bank where he served as the Group Chief of…

Sharjah: The Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah, and President of Al Qasimia University (AQU) H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has approved the financial budget of the institution for 2021/2022 academic year. The approved budget is touted as the largest ever budget in the history of AQU and will be used for multiple expansion opportunities in the university. The budget calls for continuing to work in accordance with the directives of the Ruler of Sharjah in developing its scientific and research programs, as well as continuing the performance system in accordance with the university’s strategy to support…

Ajman: ‘Winter Clothes for Students’, an initiative by the Ajman Center for Social Responsibility (Ajman CSR)  has been executed in collaboration with the Manar Al-Iman Charitable Foundation and the Ajman-based Socks Factory. Ajman CSR, an affiliate of the Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched this campaign as part of its efforts to promote social responsibility and raise awareness about its importance and key principles. The initiative strives to highlight the role that private companies can play and the kind of programs and initiatives they can implement to support public benefit institutions and the community as a whole, as…

Dubai: The Emirati-Indian bilateral relations were once again in the spotlight as Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Indian External Affairs Minister Mr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. During the interaction, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed welcomed Mr. Jaishankar to the UAE and wished him a successful visit. The Indian External Affairs Minister took the opportunity to convey the greetings of Mr. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and wished the UAE for more progress and prosperity while…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s leading centre of excellence for diplomatic capacity building, research, and thought leadership, the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) has concluded the 47th International Forum on Diplomatic Training (IFDT). The event which was opened by UAE Minister of State, Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan welcomed 35+ diplomatic academies from around the world, specialized in training and preparing future diplomats and leaders. Today, is nothing short of a pivotal milestone, and what will be a memorable achievement for AGDA and for the UAE. AGDA is not only a valuable academic institute, but a vibrant think…

Abu Dhabi: Just days after the UAE Ju-Jitsu teams supreme success at the Ju-Jitsu World Championship (JJWC), the fans of sport are once again going to be treated with a spectacle as Abu Dhabi’s Jiu-Jitsu Arena rolls out its mats for the 13th edition of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship (ADWPJJC) on the 14th of November. One of the largest and most prestigious events on the jiu-jitsu calendar across the globe, ADWPJJC is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE…

Dubai: The world-renowned UAE healthcare sector received another feather to its cap of illustrious triumphs as Emirati Dr. Muna Tahlak, CEO of DHA’s Latifa Hospital for Women and Children was chosen as the President of the International Hospital Federation. (IHF). Switzerland-based IHF is an independent, not-for-profit, non-governmental, global organization for healthcare management that assists healthcare organizations and facilities in improving their performance by implementing initiatives that enhance their responsiveness, efficiency, accessibility, and quality in meeting the healthcare requirements of people all over the world. The IHF Governing Council voted to elect Dr. Tahlak as the new IHF President Designate making…

Dubai: The 14th edition of the Global Educational Supplies and Solutions (GESS) Dubai will now witness another high-profile attendee as the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) expressed its interest to participate at the event. One of the most prominent events in the field of education in the Middle East region, GESS will be organized at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 14th to 16th November, 2021 under the theme ‘Innovate Today, Celebrate Tomorrow’. Conducted in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, the event will see the participation of elite keynote speakers and educators from all over the world who will…

Sharjah: The first and the largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Air Arabia is all set to unveil its latest A321neo-LR alongside the latest innovation, technologies and cabin configuration at Dubai Airshow 2021, scheduled to run from the 14th of November to the 18th. Air Arabia has also introduced a special livery on its Airbus A320 and A321 neo-LR aircraft to honor UAE’s  golden jubilee. The latest A321 neo-LR from Air Arabia can accommodate 215 passengers and is equipped with its state-of-the-art cabin interior, wireless entertainment system “SkyTime” and the seats provide…