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KSQF and ECPAT International announce first-ever Arabic translation and localisation of global child protection terminology guidelines

KSQF and ECPAT International announce first-ever Arabic translation and localisation of global child protection terminology guidelinesSharjah-led initiative aims to strengthen legal clarity, professional practice, and regional coordination in combating child sexual exploitation and abuse

  • Landmark partnership signed between the Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi Humanitarian Foundation and ECPAT International to align child protection efforts across the Arab region
  • The initiative addresses a gap in harmonised Arabic terminology on child sexual exploitation and abuse, supporting stronger prevention and response to both online and offline crimes
  • Fully funded by KSQF and jointly implemented with ECPAT, the project includes regional validation with experts and survivor-led organisations, ahead of the launch of the official Arabic edition in Q4 2026.
  • The guidelines aim to improve access to justice through clearer legal definitions, stronger cross-sector coordination, and survivor-centred professional practice
  • The initiative was launched at the House of Wisdom in Sharjah, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to discuss digital-era exploitation and accountability
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Hotpack and Dubai Charity Association sign strategic partnership to strengthen humanitarian outreach in the UAE

Dubai, UAE – February 16, 2026: Hotpack, the UAE-based leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Dubai Charity Association (DCA) to strengthen cooperation on humanitarian and community welfare initiatives across the Emirate of Dubai, reinforcing the role of private-sector collaboration in advancing social responsibility.

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NKEY Architects Establishes Global Headquarters in Dubai Following Rapid Growth in the MENA Region

Dubai, UAE – 16 February, 2026: NKEY Architects, an international full-cycle architecture and design company, behind more than 500 residential and commercial projects across over 45 countries, has announced the relocation of its global headquarters to Dubai, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s next phase of growth. The move reflects the company’s expanding footprint across international markets and reinforces the UAE’s role as a strategic hub for global design, development, and innovation, at a time when the global architecture services market is projected to exceed $605 billion by 2033.

Founded in 2018, NKEY Architects provides architecture, interior design, and turnkey solutions across residential and commercial sectors. The company operates from offices in Dubai, the United States, Canada, and Ukraine, with projects spanning more than 45 countries.

L to R : Sergii Zholob, Co-owner of NKEY Architects, Natalia Melnyk, Founder of NKEY Architects and Olexander Melnyk, Co-owner & CEO at NKEY Architects

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Nemetschek and Saudi Facility Management Association Sign Strategic MoU to Advance Smart and Sustainable Facilities Management in Saudi Arabia

Partnership supports Saudi Vision 2030 by driving digital innovation, talent development and industry excellence across the FM sector

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 16 February 2026 – Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Facility Management Association (SFMA) to support the advancement of the facilities management sector in the Kingdom through innovation, knowledge exchange and workforce development.

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ASIA BANKERS CLUB ANNOUNCES ENHANCED UAE OFFERING WITH EXPANDED GLOBAL MARKET ENTRY SERVICES, REINFORCING UAE AS A STRATEGIC GROWTH HUB

● Asia Bankers Club strengthens the UAE chapter as demand grows for network-driven global expansion and growth of wealth; Founder relocating himself from Hong Kong to Dubai

● The Group signs multiple partnerships with prominent freezones in the UAE to ensure smoother market entry

Dubai, UAE – 16th Feb, 2026 – Asia Bankers Club, a global private membership network supporting international market entry and cross-border expansion, is further enhancing its offering in the UAE through the launch of expanded international market entry and cross-border advisory services. This strategic move reinforces the UAE’s growing role as a second headquarters for the world’s most ambitious entrepreneurs and investors.

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