DUBAI / WAM Emirates NBD is marking a year since the launch of its groundbreaking zero-transaction-fee initiative for trading local equities via its award-winning digital wealth platform, accessible through ENBD X. Launched on 26 August 2024, the offering has significantly increased access to local markets, empowering investors to trade UAE-listed equities commission-free. The impact of the zero-transaction-fee initiative has been significant: ...

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has made an important announcement to ensure that 700 Emirati citizens will be hired in the emirate’s government by the end of 2025. Additionally, H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed approved promotions for 1,523 employees within the government. These promotions, which ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has signed a cooperation agreement with the Advanced Technology Research Council, with the aim of fostering collaboration in the fields of artificial intelligence, developing integrated strategies and training specialised national talent, and advancing safety and civil protection in Abu Dhabi to ensure its long-term sustainability. The agreement was ...

MUMBAI / GULF TIME The biggest-ever India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), the 41st edition, is the biggest-ever edition of the famous gem & jewellery B2B trade show organised by India’s apex trade body, The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Showcasing “Brilliant Bharat” theme, IIJS 2025 is eyeing big business generation of billions of dollars in exports with several ...

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ant International, a leading global digital payment, digitisation and financial technology provider, to leverage Ant International’s technological expertise towards expanding Abu Dhabi’s financial technology sector, empowering local businesses with advanced digital tools, and promoting financial inclusion and connectivity between Abu ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin ...

CAIRO / GULF TIME Beltone Holding (BTFH.CA), today announced its H1 2025 results, with operating revenues more than doubling to reach a record EGP6.3 billion. Net profit after tax and minority interest for the same period reached EGP1.3 billion, a 60% YoY increase. The total Group outstanding portfolio reached EGP34.8 billion, a 109% YoY growth. Key Highlights: Beltone Holding – ...

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on the recent signing of the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia. During a phone call, His Highness expressed his sincere hope for the agreement to usher in a new phase of cooperation between ...

SHARJAH / WAM The 20th International Summer School on Youth and Heritage (ISSYH20) has concluded in Bosnia-Herzegovina, marking two decades of training young professionals in cultural conservation and preservation. Organised by the International Forum Bosnia in collaboration with the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) and its Regional Centre in Sharjah, the ...

DUBAI / WAM Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Press Club (DPC) announced that it will organise the fifth edition of Dubai PodFest on 30th September 2025. The event coincides with International Podcast Day, a global celebration of the ...