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MENA Investment Congress 2025 Concludes in Abu Dhabi with Record Attendance and Global Thought Leadership Abu Dhabi, UAE – The MENA Investment Congress (MENA ICON 2025), hosted by CFA Society Emirates, concluded this month in Abu Dhabi after two days of engaging discussions, thought leadership, and networking among more than 400 investment professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the region and the world. This year’s Congress marked the largest and most impactful edition to date, bringing together an exceptional lineup of global and regional voices to explore the forces shaping the future of finance – from artificial intelligence and innovation…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 23 October, 2025: Zoho, a global technology company, and the UAE Food Cluster have announced a strategic partnership to support the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the food manufacturing and trading ecosystem in the country. The collaboration is a major step toward advancing the industry competitiveness through integration of digital tools for finance, operations, compliance, and performance management.   Leveraging Zoho’s enterprise-grade cloud technologies, the initiative brings scalable, secure, and AI-powered tools that were previously accessible mainly to large corporations within the reach of SMEs, helping them modernize their business functions with…

22 exhibitors highlight Hong Kong’s I&T strengths The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) jointly set up the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at GITEX Global 2025, from 13 to 17 October in Dubai, helping Hong Kong exhibitors break into the Middle East market. Multiple pitching sessions were held along with a networking dinner to help Hong Kong’s I&T enterprises establish local business connections. Hong Kong exhibitors achieved fruitful results, with one exhibitor set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the authorities from Oman after the event. 24 October 2025 – GITEX Global 2025 concluded successfully last…

Medcare brings a new dimension to Breast Cancer Awareness through partnership expansion with Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat), Krispy Kreme, Activate, AGMC Geely & The Platform Studios In 2024 Medcare conducted screenings for more than 2,000 women, with 62 per cent being first time participants, highlighting the increasing public awareness and confidence in early detection. Medcare, known for their impactful breast cancer campaigns, has gone bigger and better this year with bringing cross industry partners on board for better reach and impact in their fight against breast cancer. Dubai, UAE – October 24, 2025: Medcare Hospitals & Medical Centres has…

Jacob & Co Residences by Mantra Properties Records AED 300 Million in Sales Within 12 Hours of Launch Marking A Historic Milestone for Al Marjan Island Oversubscribed response to the 223 limited edition branded residences launched Over 80% of investors interest comes from expatriate residents and overseas buyers, underscoring the UAE’s continued dominance as a hub for branded luxury living Dubai, UAE – October 2025– Mantra Properties’ latest ultra-luxury development, Jacob & Co Residences, in collaboration with the iconic watch and jewelry brand Jacob & Co, has achieved a record-breaking milestone, registering over AED 300 million in sales within just…

In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the 2nd Edition Focused on Empowering New Ventures from Universities and early-stage startups based in Sharjah Sharjah, UAE – [24 October 2025]: The second edition of Seal the Deal — the flagship pitch initiative fostering entrepreneurship and bridging innovative founders with leading investors and business leaders — was successfully held on October 23rd, 2025, during the Sharjah Investment Forum and the WAIPA World Investment Conference 2025. Organized by the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (now rebranded as SPARK), in collaboration with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), Sharjah FDI Office…

UAE procurement leaders signal shift to responsible sourcing as strategic priority CPO Roundtable hosted by CIPS MENA in partnership with EcoVadis highlights regulation, CFO buy-in and supplier engagement as key drivers Dubai, 24 October 2025: Procurement leaders across the UAE are signalling a decisive shift from traditional green procurement to comprehensive responsible sourcing, driven by new regulations, CFO buy-in, and supplier engagement. This was the central theme at an exclusive Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Roundtable hosted by Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), in partnership with EcoVadis, in Dubai. Senior procurement executives from leading organisations explored how the UAE is…

Ajman Bank Reports AED 414 Million Profit Before Tax for the First Nine Months of 2025, Reflecting 32% Growth Ajman, United Arab Emirates – 23 October 2025: His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Board of Ajman Bank, chaired the Bank’s Board of Directors meeting to review the financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2025 and discuss strategic priorities aimed at sustaining growth and achieving long-term value creation. Ajman Bank reported a profit before tax of AED 414 million, an increase of 32% compared to the same period…

Poetry in Arabic, Greek, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam, Russian and Tagalog will be hosted at the Poetry Cafe Sharjah, October 24, 2025,Poetry evenings will give voice to verse in eight languages at the upcoming 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025). This year’s cultural programme from November 5 to 16, features acclaimed poets delivering readings in Arabic, Greek, English, Urdu, Punjabi, Malayalam, Russian and Tagalog, allowing audiences to experience poetry as both personal and collective expression, connecting across cultures. Arabic poetry: From screen to stageThe poetry evenings will feature leading Arab voices, including Saeed Al Mana, prominent Saudi poet known…

Dubai, UAE – October , 2025 — The UAE has seen countless car showrooms, but none quite like this. In collaboration with its trusted local partner, Galadari Brothers, Lynk & Co, the European-designed premium mobility brand that is reimagining what driving means, officially opened its first UAE showroom in Sharjah on October 12, 2025. Ibrahim Abdullatif Ibrahim Galadari, Group Chief Investment Officer and Director at Galadari Brothers; Axel Dreyer, CEO of Galadari Brothers’ Motors Division; Gavin Li, Regional Sales Director – Lynk & Co; and other officials at the inauguration ceremony.. Photo: Courtesy: Galadari Brothers The event was more than a launch;…