Fashion & Trends

Ipekci Otantik Celebrates Grand Opening at Mercato Mall with Attendance of Turkish Consul General

Dubai, UAE – April 25, 2025 – Mercato Mall welcomed the launch of Ipekci Otantik, a leading Turkish fashion brand renowned for its dedication to sustainable and natural fabrics. The grand opening took place on April 25 at 4 p.m. and drew the presence of VIP guests, media, and fashion enthusiasts.

The event was held under the patronage of His Excellency Onur Saylan, Consul General of Turkey in Dubai, who also moderated the ceremony. His presence highlighted the strengthening cultural and commercial ties between Turkey and the UAE, as well as the rising demand for eco-conscious fashion in the region.

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Business & Investments

Panasonic Takes Customer Service Excellence To New Heights at 2025 Strategy Conference

Panasonic Takes Customer Service Excellence To New Heights at 2025 Strategy Conference, Launches Digital Studio and Holds Technical Olympics

• The Digital Studio ushers in a new era of technical training by revolutionizing knowledge transfer and expanding accessibility.

• Introduction to AI solutions stands out as one of the event’s highlights, designed to keep participants abreast of future technological advancements

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa FZE (PMMAF) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its highly anticipated Customer Service Strategy Conference 2025 held recently in Dubai, UAE.  This pivotal event, building on the success of previous years, reinforces Panasonic’s dedication to enhancing customer experience. Key highlights of the event included the unveiling of the Digital Studio for Technical Training, a workshop focused on utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the staging of the the 14th Regional Technical Olympics.

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Business & Investments

UBF CEOs Consultative Council Reaffirms Commitment to Further Develop Banking Industry

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates-April 30, 2025:

The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, held its first regular meeting for 2025 under the chairmanship of H.E. Mohammed Omran Al Shamsi, Vice Chairman of UAE Banks Federation and Chairman of the Board of Directors of RAKBANK, to discuss developments, challenges and their effects on the banking and financial sector, as well as ways to achieve the UBF’s strategic objectives for the current year (2025).

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Shopping & Promotions

Union Coop Announces New Branch in Nad Al Sheba

Strategic Expansion Enhances Retail Presence and Consumer Experience in Dubai

Dubai, UAE:

Retail Pioneer, ‘Union Coop’ opened its new branch in the Nad Al Sheba Mall, in the Nad Al Sheba area of Dubai. This comes as part of Union Coop’s expansion strategy aimed at serving the community and offering shoppers a unique retail experience. With this launch, the total number of Union Coop branches has reached 28.

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Real Estate

Five Abu Dhabi districts driving premium real estate investment in 2025

Abu Dhabi’s real estate market is quickly establishing itself as a global contender.  In 2024 alone, the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) recorded 24.2% growth in real estate transactions from 2023, reaching AED 96.2 billion in value. Supported by strong foreign investment, a wave of high-profile developments and significant price appreciation, the emirate attracts growing interest from buyers seeking capital appreciation and long-term value.

Mr. Artemiy Marinin, Project Director at MERED

Artemiy Marinin, Project director from MERED, highlights five areas that stand out for premium property investors, offering distinct advantages, from strategic locations to future-ready infrastructure:

1. Al Reem Island

Al Reem Island has transformed into one of the most attractive investment areas in Abu Dhabi. Its recent inclusion in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) free zone has added significant appeal, placing the island within one of the world’s largest international financial hubs. This development offers investors a rare combination: prime waterfront real estate, strong rental returns, and opportunities for capital growth.

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