Saudi Arabia submits official bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034 after successful Qatar event in 2022
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‘Digital transformation levels the playing field for GCC small businesses’
Digitalization is revolutionizing GCC entrepreneurship, offering vast opportunities and challenges, and driving innovation and growth, Jigar Sagar, an influential figure...Business Thought Leaders
SIB, Noqodi sign agreement
The Noqodi platform will enable digital payments.This pact aims to improve digital and electronic payment offerings available to SIB's corporate and individual business customers.
SIB's business clients will gain access to a broader range of digital payment solutions for seamless fee payments across various products.
Aldrees Petroleum to hike capital by 33%
The company's capital now stands at US$266 milion.The company's board took the decision a few days back, expected to enhance its financial robustness and propelling it towards future expansions
The hike in capitalization has been secured from the retained earnings, reflecting the company's strong financial standing and prudent management
Egypt’s wheat and oil reserves sufficient for several months, says minister
Cairo, Egypt-- Egypt has enough reserves of wheat to last it for many months, according to Dr. Ali Al-Moselhi, the...The minister said that 100 tonnes of sugar have been produced from the cane crop so far, and that preparations are underway to receive the beet crop in mid-March
The country purchases around five million tonnes of wheat annually from abroad, and subsidised bread is available to more than 70 million of its 104 million population
Qatar and Nepal discuss boosting economic cooperation
Doha, Qatar--Qatar and Nepal have held talks to enhance commercial and economic relations between the two countries, explored the investment...The talks are likely to pave way for more cooperation and partnership between the Qatari and Nepalese private sectors
The Qatar official emphasized the importance of holding trade and business visits between both sides to explore cooperation
WEF24: DCO leads in bridging global digital divide
Digital Cooperation Organization's initiatives are key to empower emerging economies through digitalization's full potential, its Secretary General Deemah AlYahya tells...Digital Cooperation Organization's initiatives are key to empower emerging economies through digitalization's full potential, its Secretary General Deemah AlYahya tells TRENDS.
Actively working towards a more cooperative and digitally inclusive future, the DCO is a pivotal player in the digital arena, she adds on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum.
Oman’s MSX-listed banks see 18.6 percent net profit growth in 2023
MUSCAT, OMAN - Omani banks listed on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) recorded net profits of US$1.17 billion (RO453.5 million)...The banking sector benefited from economic growth, foreign trade, investment, government revenues.
The preliminary financial results showed that all seven banks listed on MSX posted higher profits.
Oil sees fluctuating prices, shifting output trends
The crude oil market experienced significant volatility in the year 2023, with prices swinging dramatically, influenced by various global factors.The crude oil market experienced significant volatility in the year 2023, with prices swinging dramatically, influenced by various global factors.
OPEC+ continues to dynamically adjust production, with US output reaching a record high and global demand growth led by non-OECD regions.
GCC’s F&B packaging industry transforms post-COVID
The F&B packaging industry in the region adapts to post-COVID consumer behaviors, emphasizing health, wellness, and sustainability, Abdelghany Eladib of...The F&B packaging industry in the region adapts to post-COVID consumer behaviors, emphasizing health, wellness, and sustainability, Abdelghany Eladib of SIG tells TRENDS.
The sector is also focusing on resilient supply chains and innovative packaging solutions to meet evolving consumer demands and environmental responsibilities, he adds.
WEF24: Managing risks crucial amid AI advancements
AI can revolutionize work and productivity, but balanced regulation is crucial to prevent misuse, Stephen Pagliuca of Bain Capital tells...AI can revolutionize work and productivity, but balanced regulation is crucial to prevent misuse, Stephen Pagliuca of Bain Capital tells TRENDS at Davos 2024.
Pagliuca highlights the US, South America, and Africa as markets with unique potential and delves into the growing sports industry as an investment prospect.
Airbus and Tata to build helicopter assembly line in India
Paris, France - Airbus will build a helicopter assembly line in India with Indian conglomerate Tata, the European aircraft manufacturer said Friday....Airbus said the facility -- which will take two years to set up -- would be the first such operation to be run by a private group in India.
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury said making the helicopter in India would "unlock the true potential of the helicopter market in the country".