Saudia has announced the largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation history, agreeing to purchase 105 Airbus planes during the first day of the Future Aviation Forum 2024 at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre in Riyadh. This landmark agreement marks a significant moment for both the Saudi aviation industry and the wider MENA region. The […]
Manama: The 33rd Arab Summit commenced today at Al Sakhir Palace in Manama, the capital of Bahrain. His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain is chairing the summit, taking over from Saudi Arabia. The opening session included the handover of the Summit’s Presidency from Saudi Arabia to Bahrain and featured speeches from […]
Riyadh: The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) of Saudi Arabia have approved rules for duty-free shops in arrival areas across all ports of entry. Travelers to the Kingdom must adhere to these guidelines, specifying purchase limits and allowed quantities. According to ZATCA, travelers can buy duty-free items worth up to SAR 3,000 per person […]
Dubai is set to host the Arab Tourism Media Awards for the year 2024, organised by the Arab Union for Tourist Media, on the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market from May 6th to 9th at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Dr. Sabah Allal, President of the Arab Union of Tourist Media, who […]
Rateel Alshehri, the 13 year old social media influencer hailing from Saudi Arabia, has claimed the coveted title of number one influencer and content creator born in the Kingdom. Jeddah: Rateel Alshehri, the 13 year old social media influencer hailing from Saudi Arabia, has claimed the coveted title of number one influencer and content creator […]
WEF Special Meeting, Riyadh provides global platform for leading public and private players to launch initiatives, make major announcements in healthcare, technology, space and sustainability sectors. Riyadh: Riyadh hosted more than 1,000 global leaders for the two-day World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting in Riyadh, where leading political, economics, energy and technology figures called for […]
Ideal AC is not only about power saving, it includes size, sustainability, positioning and warranty also Dubai: Summer is fast approaching, and for many homeowners, this means it’s time to start thinking about investing in a new air conditioner. With so many options available on the market, choosing the right one for your home can […]
Riyadh: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has inaugurated a regional office in Riyadh, becoming IMF’s first office in the Middle East and North Africa region. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the office was launched during the Joint Regional Conference on Industrial Policy for Diversification, jointly organised by the IMF and the Saudi Ministry […]
Abu Dhabi: Mohammed bin Zahran Al Mahruqi, Deputy CEO of Hafeet Rail company, emphasized the significance of the UAE-Oman railway project in revolutionizing transportation and fostering new sectors’ growth. While speaking to agencies, Al Mahruqi highlighted the project’s environmental benefits, anticipating an 80 percent reduction in carbon emissions compared to trucks. The partnership agreement signed […]
Kuwait: The Kuwait-based AlShaya Group, the regional operator of Starbucks in the Middle East and North Africa, has pledged $3 million to support World Central Kitchen’s relief efforts in Gaza. This donation, announced recently, aims to provide one million meals to those affected by the recent conflict. AlShaya Group, which oversees around 1,900 Starbucks stores […]
Following Iran’s launch of drones and missiles at Israel, major airlines in the UAE have announced their resumption of operations in the region. Emirates Airlines, after cancelling and rerouting some flights due to temporary airspace closures, is now set to resume scheduled operations to and from Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq. Flydubai acknowledged the impact on […]
