Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 4:56 am

AIR SEYCHELLES RECORDS PROFITABILITY IN 2015

Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, today reported its fourth year of profitability in a row, with net profits of USD2.1 million in 2015, on revenues of USD 105.4 million. Audited by KPMG, these financial statements also reflect growth in passenger traffic and...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 4:30 am

King Salman attends 41st Graduation Ceremony of Riyadh Schools

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman attends the graduation ceremony of Riyadh Schools in Riyadh on Tuesday. The King also honored the students who made outstanding performance. ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 4:29 am

Marriott International invites the world to discover the region with #MarriottTravels

With summer fast approaching, Marriott International is inviting travelers the world over to discover the Middle East and Africa with the launch of #MarriottTravels.     Launching 15 April, and available at any one of over 50 regional properties for stays between 15 May to 17...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 3:50 am

KSA retail market offers plenty of opportunities

As the largest economy in the Middle East, the retail market in Saudi Arabia is witnessing strong growth. Driven by a growing, young population with a high disposable income, analysis released today from global real estate advisors Colliers International, paints a positive picture of an expected...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 2:52 am

MUMBAI REIMAGINES LUXURY WITH ETIHAD AIRWAYS’ FIRST AIRBUS a380 service to INDIA

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has introduced Mumbai to its Airbus A380 network with the launch of daily scheduled flights featuring its award-winning The Residence – the world’s first three-room suite on a commercial airliner.   Flight...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 4 May, 2016 2:39 am

ADS Securities Launches First Ever Arabic Trading App

 ADS Securities, the Abu Dhabi based international financial services firm, has launched the first ever multi-asset smartphone trading application with full Arabic language functionality. The OREX Mobile application, available for download from the Apple Store or Google Play for Android...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 3 May, 2016 7:03 pm

Asian Economies And The Rhetoric of Protectionism

The rhetoric of protectionism panders to an unhappy voter as evidenced by the political season on both sides of the Atlantic. US presidential candidates are targeting trade agreements and arguing that they are hurting the country’s interests while the United Kingdom prepares to vote on...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 3 May, 2016 6:37 pm

Learning Providers and ACCA Agree There Is a Vibrant Future for the Accountancy Profession in the Middle East

The first ever ACCA Middle East Educators’ Conference took place in Dubai recently, bringing together key global and regional players in the accountancy profession.    The theme of the conference was ACCA: Heading into the Future, linking into ACCA’s commitment to...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 3 May, 2016 6:33 pm

MICHELIN PILOT SPORT 4 NOW AVAILABLE IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA

Michelin, the world's tyre technology leader, today announced the launch of MICHELIN Pilot Sport4 tyres for theMiddle East and African markets. The new MICHELIN Pilot Sport4, developed in partnership with some of the world's most demanding car manufacturers, is the latest in the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 3 May, 2016 5:49 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS APPOINTS NEW GENERAL MANAGER FOR CHINA

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Mr. Peter Li as its new General Manager for China.   Peter will lead the development of Etihad Airway’s commercial strategy and represent the Abu Dhabi based airline in China. He will be...

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