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Alshaya Group Launches Global Talent Centre in Egypt

Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt, (23 April, 2026): Alshaya Group proudly announced the grand opening of its first offshoring Global Talent Centre in Egypt under the patronage of Eng. Ahmed El Zaher, Chief Executive Officer of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and in the presence of John Hadden, Chief Executive Officer of Alshaya Group as part of the celebration marking Alshaya Egypt’s 20th anniversary

This Global Talent Centre is located within Alshaya Group’s new head office in Egypt located at the well-known development Citystars. The centre reaffirms Alshaya Group’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s digital transformation journey and to expanding its investments in the country’s information technology and offshoring shared services sectors. It also reflects the Group’s confidence in Egypt’s dynamic and highly capable young talent, who continue to play a key role in driving innovation and operational excellence across the business.

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UAE Cultural Heritage Initiative: Reviving National Publications

This cooperation supports national efforts to preserve the UAE’s cultural and intellectual heritage.

Ministry of Culture, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, and National Library & Archives Collaborate to Revive National Publications

Dubai, UAE, April 23, 2026: In conjunction with World Book and Copyright Day, His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr, Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation, announced a landmark cooperation agreement between the Ministry of Culture, the National Library and Archives, and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library to reproduce historic national publications.

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Salik & Valtrans to Launch Digital Valet Parking Payment Service on 1 June 2026

  • Al Haddad: A qualitative leap in expanding Salik’s smart mobility ecosystem through innovative and seamless digital payment solutions
  • Alameddine: Provides a more convenient payment method for valet parking services across the company’s extensive network of locations

Dubai, UAE, 23 April 2026 – Salik Company PJSC (Salik), Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Valtrans Transportation Systems and Services (Valtrans), a leading transportation management and services company, aimed at facilitating digital payment for valet parking services across Valtrans’ network of locations throughout the UAE.

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Art Meets Architecture at Dubai’s ICONIC Residences

Dubai, UAE – MERED brought together leading brokers and Emirati visual artist Faris Al-Hammadi for a live art activation at ICONIC Residences Design by Pininfarina, turning the construction site into a setting where architecture and art could be experienced side by side. The invitation-only session took place within the tower itself, giving participants a direct view of key UAE landmarks, Palm Jumeirah, Bluewaters with Ain Dubai, Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab and Marsa Al Arab, which became the focus of the artistic activity.

Faris Al-Hammadi, an ambassador of the Yas Association for Culture, Art and Theatre, led the session through his practice in oil portraiture and live drawing. His work brings together heritage and contemporary art, using techniques that were refined in Florence, Italy. He has been commissioned for several national institutions, including the Crown Prince’s Court, the Central Bank of the UAE, and the Ministries of Finance, Justice, and Health. He is also the founder of Faris Al Hammadi Fine Arts Studio, where he works as an art consultant and certified trainer, supporting emerging talent in the UAE.

New Luxury Living by Casagrand at Dubai Islands

CONSTRUCTION COMMENCES ON CASAGRAND HERMINA AT DUBAI ISLANDS, MARKING NEW PHASE OF DELIVERY MOMENTUM

  • Strong investor demand continues as Casagrand advances its first UAE project with disciplined execution

Dubai, UAE – April 2026: Casagrand has officially commenced construction work on Casagrand HERMINA at Dubai Islands, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of its debut residential development in the UAE and a clear transition from vision to visible progress on the ground.

Luthfullah K, Director, Dubai, Casagrand, said: “The commencement of construction at Casagrand HERMINA is a defining milestone for us in Dubai. It marks the moment where intent becomes reality, with visible progress now taking shape on the ground.

“What makes this phase especially exciting is the strength of investor confidence behind it. We are seeing clear conviction in both the asset and the market, with decisions being driven by quality, location, and developer credibility. The rise in bulk acquisitions and repeat participation reflects that confidence in a very tangible way..”