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Business & Investments

Inaugural Gulfood Green, expanded ISM Middle East, and Private Label Middle East open tomorrow

Shortlisted start-ups to battle it out in Green Shoots Pitch Competition

ISM Middle East to include new Expert Stage and Festive Showcase

Private Label Middle East to introduce innovative new products to the region

DUBAI – September 23, 2024: Dubai World Trade Centre is all set to host tens of thousands of visitors from across the global food and beverage industry this week, for a unique and unprecedented showcase of sustainable practices, cutting-edge technologies, transformative trends, and a diverse array of products and services.

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SBWC and AUS Roundtable addresses funding challenges for business women

Prominent leaders and founders discuss strategies to enhance access to financial support for women-led businesses in Sharjah

Sharjah, September 23, 2024

Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) and the American University of Sharjah (AUS) successfully hosted the second roundtable in their series aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs in the UAE. Held at the American University of Sharjah, the event focused on the theme “Female Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in the UAE: Access to Funding Challenges.” This session built upon insights gathered from the previous roundtable, delving deeper into the specific challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in securing funding and exploring actionable solutions.

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RAKEZ enters into collaboration with UICC to strengthen UAE-India economic partnership

Ras Al Khaimah, 20 September 2024: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC), marking a significant step in bolstering the UAE-India bilateral economic partnership.

The MoU was signed by RAKEZ Chief Government and Corporate Relations Officer Yaser Abdulla Al Ahmed and UICC Director  Ahmed Aljneibi. The signing ceremony took place during the UAE-India Business Forum held in Mumbai, India.

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Relaunches Largest Jewellery Showroom in Al Ain

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the 6th largest jewellery retailer globally with over 355 showrooms across 13 countries, has just launched their renovated and restyled showroom in Al Ain at Meena Bazar.

The showroom was inaugurated by Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, Managing Director of International Operations at Malabar Gold & Diamonds in the presence of Mr. Mayankutty C, Senior Director of Malabar Group, Mr. Faisal A.K, Head of Manufacturing at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Mr. Nijaz E.M, Zonal Head of Abu Dhabi & Al Ain region, other senior management team members, customers & well-wishers.

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Hexitime Enters UAE with iAccel GBI to Revolutionize Workforce Collaboration Using Time Banking Currency

Dubai, 23rd September, 2024 – Hexitime, the world’s first timebank for professionals, today announced its expansion into the UAE, bringing its award-winning platform to businesses in the Middle East through a collaboration with iAccel GBI, a leading go-to accelerator, under the patronage of Dubai SME.

This expansion along with iACCEL GBI’s vast network and market expertise, aims to revolutionize how industry professionals across the region access and share knowledge, offering a pioneering digital marketplace where employees can exchange skills and expertise using a tokenized time currency.

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