Abu Dhabi / WAM Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (Adib) reported a growth in net profit of 54% for the first quarter of 2023 to AED1.1 billion from AED715 million in Q1 2022, underpinned by healthy business growth and higher margins. Revenue for Q1 2023 improved by 45% to AED2.0 billion compared to AED 1.4 billion in the corresponding period of …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Airline pilots connect people with places and help create treasured memories —whether it’s an unforgettable holiday, a rock concert, a friend’s wedding or a mother’s warm hug. So on World Pilots’ Day, Emirates salutes its highly skilled aviators for their contributions to global travel and the airline’s business, while continuing to recruit First Officers and seasoned …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Coexistence, inaugurated the 35th edition of the Global Education and Training Exhibition (Getex), the Middle East’s leading education exhibition, on Wednesday. Held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, the opening ceremony was attended by dignitaries and heads of various universities and schools. Getex Spring …