The World Logistics Passport (WLP), a major policy initiative established to increase trading opportunities between emerging markets, announces India, Indonesia and South Africa as members. They join Colombia, Senegal, Kazakhstan, Brazil, Uruguay and the UAE in a club of trading nations sharing expertise to smooth trade flows around the world. The WLP creates opportunities for
The Middle East is still learning from established markets how new digital technology can transform the banking industry, where clear data regulations is a must, according to the newly-appointed Managing Director at GELLIFY Middle East Enrique Ortega. GELLIFY Middle East is seeking improved data regulations and is pressing for education to tackle the current challenges
Aafaq Islamic Finance, the leading financial institution, offering Shariah-compliant financial products and products across the UAE and the Region, has announced the launch of a new Platinum Credit Card titled ‘Journey of Hope’ in recognition with the UAE’s landmark space mission The Hope Probe. As a leading UAE-based Shari’a compliant financial institution, Aafaq is the
Regional specialists say ‘subtle is smart’ Set to share 16tactics dubbed X factor, in series starting February 10. The demand for alternative strategies in the digital marketing arena is wide-spread, according to Susan Furness, CEO of UAE-based Strategic Solutions. “The time for businesses to think differently about the digital experience of their customer is now,
STARZPLAY, the region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, received its first independent debt financing in the region of US$25 million (approx. AED 92 million) from Abu Dhabi based Ruya Partners. The funds, secured on the basis of STARZPLAY’s financial strength and performance, will be used towards further strengthening STARZPLAY’s geographic and customer reach,
Toyota has proved once again the capabilities of its vehicles on all terrains, and harsh climatic conditions, with a spectacular performance at the world’s most extreme motorsports event, the Dakar Rally. Toyota’s iconic Land Cruiser continued to dominate the Production Car category, with the Toyota Auto Body team claiming a spectacular one-two victory. Akira Miura
In what has been a rollercoaster year for financial markets, Invesco looks ahead to 2021 with a more optimistic outlook against a backdrop of positive COVID-19 vaccine news and continued support of central bank policy easing. “Fixed income plays an important role in Middle East sovereigns’ portfolios as part of a diversified investment strategy,” said
