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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: KFC across the region.The success of he huge success of a regional the regional KFC-Ronaldo initiative campaign created by KFC resulted in KFC MENA scooping an MENA - part of the renowned Effie at the Effie Mena Awards 2013,

Americana Group featuring the the region’s premium marketing world’s number one soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo, has resulted in the initiative going g loba l . The KFC M E N A t e a m a t Americana Group is taking the campaign to KFC’s international markets, where it is expected to reach one bil l ion consumers worldwide. The KFC-Ronaldo campaign was the brainchild of t h e K F C A r a b i a regional marketing team at Americana Group, which has extensive experience i n d e a l i n g w i t h awards programme. In addition, KFC celebri t ies to produce mega MENA marketing team was asked to advertising initiatives that appeal to present the campaign at KFC’s most the Arabian consumer,” said Hesham recent global marketing planning Tahssin, Regional Marketing meeting. The decision was then taken Director, KFC MENA, Americana to extend the campaign to KFC’s Group. “What is particularly global markets by passing it on from significant in this case is that such the Middle East to the world.The marketing campaigns are usually initial KFC-Ronaldo campaign implemented in the Middle East after promoted KFC’s ‘so good taste’ in 74 their global success. This is the first cities across 12 markets in the Middle time that creative Arab minds have East region, which is home to over resulted in a local initiative that is to 600 stores. The global initiative this be launched globally,he added.The year will involve 4,000 KFC regional KFC-Ronaldo campaign restaurants worldwide, operating in featured the world’s best football 23 markets across three continents. It player endorsing the KFC ‘so good is expected to generate a great deal of taste’ in Arabic. The strategy proved interest and excitement in KFC’s core to be the perfect recipe for success, as market demographic of 18-34 year it resulted in an increase in sales for old football fans.

TBy Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Mr. Rudi Jagersbacher President –

hile Celebrating ALL of Middle East & Africa, Hilton t h e U A E To u r i s m Worldwide while the guest of honor Authorities Success:The was Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al Nuaimi

much-awaited ceremony is back ,Dr Sam Saker pointed that the celebrating its 10th Anniversary in support of this year award aiming to

UAE;conveyed a special tribute to create a competitive edge for all of the race of the top 2013 performances the different award categories while of the UAE Tourism Authorities:The providing the highest level of service, prestigious MENA Travel Award w h i c h e x c e e d s t h e g u e s t s Gala Night took place on Wednesday, expectations.He added that the May 7th, 2014 during the last evening timing of this great event comes of the 2014 Arabian Travel Market, at parallel with the ATM 2014 the most The Conrad Dubai Hotel, United prestigious industry event in the Arab Emirates.The Award program is MENA Region. He also expressed his organized by CHA Internationalthe gratitude and appreciation to all Hospitality Consultancy Group; partners and his teams for their under the guidance of Dr. Sam Saker, genuine effort to produce and drive President and Chief Executive such annual event for the MENA Officer. This extravagant ceremony region’s hospitality industry.Mr. has become an annual tradition since Andreas Jersabeck, GM Conrad its inception back in 2004; honoring Dubai, stated that his hotel’s the top performers of the Middle East participation this year took place via and North Africa travel industry at the their team’s vision of implementing cosmopolitan metropolis of Dubai the highest possible level of service that has grown steadily to become a and standards which the will continue global city, a business and cultural enhancing on a daily basis, while hub of the Middle East and the making their guests’ comments and Persian Gulf region.This year the feedbacks their highest priority.Dr. event has been a superior one and Sam added that the number of successful, it is the best in the 10 participants this year has exceeded years history of the ceremony. The 1200 enrollments of for best hotels in Event has been gaining more the region, best golf clubs, best fine momentum year after year and for dining restaurants, best health clubs, that same reason in 2013 a year best SPA’s, best car rentals company; before its 10th anniversary the UAE not to mention the two newest National Council of Tourism & additions and equally important Antiquities has honored us by categories of the best Tourism Project becoming the 2013 MENA Award as well as the best Governmental official sponsor; such is to Authority support to tourism Sector. acknowledge and appreciate the The top “Life Achievement” Award awards and its recipients of the was announce to add admiration to R e g i o n ’s t r a v e l i n d u s t r y. ” the special Ceremony night received Commented Dr. Sam Saker, by HE Mr. Mohamed Al Noman, President and Chief Executive Chairman of Sharjah Tourism Off i ce r CHA In t e rna t i ona l - Authority. Dr. Sam, also, pointed that Hospitality Consultancy Group. Prior the number of votes received this year to UAE NCTA official sponsorship. from the hotel guests / end users The Ministry of Culture, Youth and exceeded 170,000 voters of the Community Development officially industry’s end users, guests and sponsored the event in 2008 and by clients (adding up to over 510,000 H.H. Sheikh Abdul Rahman Alowais. votes including the 1st , 2nd and 3rd This year HH Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al choice selections for all of the Nuaimi opened the official ceremony nineteen Categories). He also cut the ribbon.To add to its thrust this highlighted that this voting system y e a r, M E N A Tr a v e l Aw a r d was reviewed and audited during and organizing committee conveyed a after the voting dead line to insure its special tribute to the top Three integrity. Furthermore, few hotels Tourism Authorities in the UAE. The have been excluded for their lack to Platinum, Gold and Silver Awards meet the rigid criteria that was were awarded to the most successful described on the award’s website authorities (3 out of 7) based on www.menatravelawards.com.What criteria’s like: the highest ratio makes these awards so important is increase of visitors in 2013 over 2012 that they cover all key travel and p l u s 2 0 1 3 , a c h i e v e m e n t / hospitality industry sectors explained accomplishments for the Emirate Dr. Saker.It also acknowledges the during 2013, and the number of tremendous breadth the whole electronic votes received. Ras Al industry offers today and its Khaima received Silver, Sharjah continued aims towards excellence of Received the Gold Award and both both Service and product quality in Dubai & Abu Dhabi received the the Region.Platinum Award.Guest Speaker was

WBy Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: this. The existing name has regularly

vergreen Apple Nigeria will be been shortened to EAN by the presenting a new look and feel aviation community so to some extent for the company at this year’s the process has already begun,says

European Bus iness Avia t ion Segun Demuren CEO.However C o n v e n t i o n a n d E x h i b i t i o n neither the names Evergreen or EAN (EBACE). It will be announcing a indicate that aviation is our principal n e w n a m e , E A N A v i a t i o n ” a n d p r o m o t i n g a revamped brand to exhibition attendees on the AfBAA booth 5542. Initially known as Evergreen Apple Nigeria, the brand refresh has been i m p l e m e n t e d f o l l o w i n g a n expansion in the type of aviation services activity, so for the sake of clarity we offered by the company, and the need have chosen to rebrand with a new to have the name reflect the core name that incorporates the term b u s in e s s a c t i v i t y. Wi th t h e aviation. EAN Aviation clearly states clarification of identity, EAN the sector we are involved in and Aviation will be well positioned to builds on a name already familiar continue to develop an internationally within the industry.The new logo recognised aviation business. EAN which was designed by Etu-Odi a Aviation launched as a full service Lagos based advertising agency is FBO quickly developing local, FAA simplified and aims to depict the and EASA maintenance capabilities. personality of the new EAN Aviation Executive aviation dining provider brand warm, luxurious, passionate Wings Inflight catering followed soon and customer focused at all times. The after. At last year’s EBACE the deep blue colour is a subtle reference company announced it had signed a to EAN’s personality which aims to representation agreement with be reliable, professional and Gulfstream Aerospace (a General responsive to customer needs.We Dynamics Company) which sees always aim to exceed customer’s EAN Aviation promoting the sale of expectations and hope the new logo new Gulfstream aircraft within inspires trust and confidence in our Nigeria. Segun Demuren, EAN offering,adds Demuren.Etu-Odi has Aviation’s CEO, initiated the popular worked with EAN from inception so annual Nigerian Business Aviation understands the business and how it Conference, NBAC, which had its has changed.The team has created a second outing in March this year. The vibrant, professional new style for us company also arranges aircraft and we look forward to presenting it charter services, executive aviation to the delegates concludes Demuren. ground handling at Lagos Murtala A new EAN Aviation website Mohammed Airport and provides www.ean .aero mi r ror ing the office leasing services in its airport refreshed design has been launched facility.Since launching Evergreen and delegates attending EBACE will Apple Nigeria has continued to be given stationary also reflecting the expand its range of aviation services new look and feel.so we needed a name that reflected

E By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: record-breaking QR 10, 100,000. atar telecommunications The previous world auction record company Ooredoo held a VIP was QR 10 million for the number charity auction for 50 special 66666666.This is Ooredoo’s ninth

telephone numbers on Tuesday year of organising special number night, as part of its on-going auctions, and since 2005, the corporate social responsibility company has donated millions of work.VIP guests and customers Qatari Riyals to charity. The were invited to bid for their proceeds of the events go into a favourite number from a range of 50 general charity fund, which is then special numbers auctioned at the distributed to humanitarian causes Four Seasons Hotel in Doha.The in Qatar, or as emergency aid for auction, which is an annual event, those in need around the world. The experienced its strongest ever most desirable special numbers demand as customers joined in the were those that started with the same spirit of giving back to the number, had many of the same community, and bid for the VIP numbers, or had parallel digits such numbers.The overall figure raised as ‘234’. Previous Ooredoo auctions on the night was a massive QR found that simpler numbers sold for 30,167,000, with the highest more due to memorability and status auctioned number selling at a world factors.

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OOREDOO’S VIP NUMBER AUCTION RAISES OVER QR 30 MILLION

Highest Earning Number Sells for a Record-Breaking QR10,100,000

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: their importance in upholding the he Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor values and principles of Islam. He Foundation (KAHF), which also commended the pioneering role was lauched in 2013, re- of KAH Foundation in the Arab

opened the recently extended Al region and the world.Abdul Salam

Shura Mosque in the Hashemite Al Marzooqi said, "The Khalaf Kingdom of Jordan on April 21, Ahmad Al Habtoor Foundation has 2014. The mosque is now capable of taken it upon itself to do charitable accommodating up to 1500 works inside and outside the UAE, worshippers in a space amounting to thus achieving a quantum leap in 2 1 0 0 s q u a r e m e t e r s . T h e charity work in several areas officialopening ceremony was including the building of mosques, attended by HE Dr. Hale Abd El in line with the Hadith: 'Whoever Hafeez Daoud, Minis ter of builds a mosque, desiring thereby Religious Endowments and Islamic Allah's pleasure, Allah builds for Affairs in Jordan; HE Ahmad Salem him the like of it in paradise.He El-Tayeb, Deputy Chief of Mission added, "The Al Shura Mosque was at the UAE embassy in Jordan; opened in 2000 with a capacity to Mohammad Abdallah Al Haj accommodate 800 worshippers in a Zarouni, member of the KAH space amounting to 1360 square Foundation Board of Trustees; meters. This year it was expanded a Abdul Sa lam Mahmoud Al further 850 square meters. The Marzooqi, Secretary General and architectural and engineering design Director of KAH Foundation; HE of the mosque is in harmony with the MP Yahya Mohammad Said, surrounding environment and m e m b e r o f t h e J o r d a n i a n respects the Jordanian Arab Parliament, and the mayor of Oum culture.During the event, trophies Nwar neighborhood – as well as were exchanged between the KAH number of citizens of Jordan and Foundation, the Jordanian Ministry worshippers.Dr. Hale Abd El Hafeez of Religious Endowments and said, "We ask God to reward the Islamic Affairs and the UAE builder of this mosque and all the Embassy in Jordan. Each attendee benefactors, and accept their was given a copy of the Sheikh dignified work." He stressed the Maktoum Bin Rashid Quran.importance of building mosques and

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THE KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR FOUNDATION RE-OPENS THE NEWLY

EXTENDED AL SHURA MOSQUE IN JORDAN

Built with money donated by the philanthropist Hamda Bint Rachid Al-Soweidi, the mosque now can accommodate1500

worshippers

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: would be hosted in a manner that h e U A E h a s b e e n suited the international status and c o m m e n d e d f o r i t s reputation of the UAE as a premier preparations to host the global MICE destination.His

upcoming 15th GCC Join t Excellency Abdullah Al Fan Al Exhibition in the last week of May Shamsi, Assistant Undersecretary 2014. The tribute came during the for Industry, said the UAE is keen to 49th GCC Trade Cooperation promote the progress of the Gulf Committee meeting that was Cooperation Council and support attended by ministers of trade and its institutions towards ensuring the industry from the member states in prosperity of the people in the Kuwait City.The meeting was country and the wider region. He presided over by His Excellency confirmed the UAE’s continued Abdulaziz Al-Khaldi, Kuwait’s presence and participation in all the Undersecretary of Trade and GCC meetings at various levels and Industry. The UAE delegation was r e i t e r a t e d t h e c o u n t r y ’ s led by His Excellency Humaid Bin commitment for joint projects and Butti Al Muhairi, Assistant increased integration of business Undersecretary for Commercial activities that will improve the Affairs at the Ministry of competitiveness of the GCC Economy.His Excellency Humaid countries.Al Shamsi also recalled Bin Butti Al Muhairi stressed the that joint initiatives of the GCC importance of the 49th trade members in the past had led to cooperation committee meeting innovation as well as sustainable which served as a run-up to the Joint and balanced development of the Exhibition and mulled issues that region as a whole.The meeting also would set the agenda for the GCC discussed a set of trademark laws countries at the exhibition.Set to run and the recommendations by the from May 26-30 at the Expo Centre World Trade Organization (WTO) Sharjah, the 15th Joint Exhibition to the GCC countries in diverse will be organized by the UAE fields. In addition, it reviewed the M i n i s t r y o f E c o n o m y i n work done by committees , conjunction with the General subcommittees and working groups Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation mandated with identifying key Council, under the supervision of areas of focus within the business the GCC Exhibition Officials landscape for closer collaborations Committee. Held under the among the GCC countries.The patronage of His Highness Sheikh meeting examined the Secretariat's Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al note on the obstacles to free trade Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council between the GCC countries, and Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the evaluated the recommendations of theme of the 15th GCC Joint the commission agents and the chief Exhibition will be 'Made in the of consumer protection in the GCC. GCC'.During the current meeting, The minutes of the fourth meeting Al Muhairi outlined that the of the Committee of Heads of M i n i s t r y o f E c o n o m y ’ s Consumer Protection held in March preparations to host the Joint 2014 in Kuwait were also Exhibition are in line with its outl ined.The delegates also absolute commitment and solidarity explored the activation of the free for the unity of the GCC. He said all trade agreement between the GCC efforts were being made to ensure countries and the Republic of the success of the exhibition that Singapore.

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GCC COUNTRIES COMMEND THE UAE’S PREPARATIONS TO HOST 15THJOINT

EXHIBITION IN MAY 2014Ministers of Trade and Industry Converge in Kuwaiti Capital for

49th GCC Trade Cooperation Committee Meeting

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: for owners and operators of light jets e x t a n t A e r o s p a c e and turboprops to find financing, (“Nextant”), maker of the l e a v i n g a s i g n i f i c a n t a n d N e x t a n t 4 0 0 X Ti t h e unnecessary void in the market.Our

world’s only remanufactured straightforward yet creative business jet and the forthcoming financing vehicles are ideal for G 9 0 X T t u r b o p r o p , t o d a y those who have struggled to find announced the launch of Nextant financing in the US and throughout Finance which will focus on the the world.Nextant Finance terms underserved $2 million to $10 range from 2 to 20 years. Lease million segment of the market.Over types include capital leases, the past five years, aircraft financing operating leases and tax leases. has been complicated and uncertain. Loan types include fixed or floating Banks have jumped in and out of the rates with fully amortizing or market based on their specific balloon payments. In the US, appetites for asset classes. There has Nextant Finance can also facilitate been a general lack of available 1031 exchanges to defer capital financing for deals under $10 gains or losses.We are excited to million and those outside of the US provide our customers with a and Europe.Nextant Finance was dedicated and experienced team to created to meet the needs of this sou rce t he r i gh t f i nanc i a l underserved market. Their lending solution,said Nextant President solutions provide customers with a Sean McGeough.This will allow focused, independent platform to more customers around the world to match their objectives with practical realize the vast benefits of Nextant solutions.We will offer financing for remanufactured aircraft to their both the Nextant 400XTi and businesses.Nextant Finance is ideal G90XT in the US and throughout for commercial fleet operators who the world,” said Barry Woods, have strong cash flows but lack the Chairman & CEO of Nextant kind of balance sheet many banks Finance.Since the start of the require.recession, it has been very difficult

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NEXTANT AEROSPACE INTRODUCES NEXTANT FINANCE

• Nextant Finance will focus on underserved $2-10 million market segment,

in the US and internationally• Flexibility will be a key success factor with a range of lease and

loan options• Specific products for commercial fleet operators with strong

demonstrated cash flow

EVERGREEN APPLE NIGERIA TO LAUNCH NEW NAME AND BRANDING AT EBACE 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

halaf Ahmad Al Habtoor t o d a y w e l c o m e d H i s E x c e l l e n c y R o m a n

G o l o v c h e n k o , A m b a s s a d o r Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the United Arab Emirates.The meeting took place at the Al Habtoor Group head office on Al Wasl Road on Thursday May 15, 2014. Also present was Maan Halabi, Executive Director of the Group and Mohammed Al Mazrooei, Managing Director.The meeting was centered on the investment arena in the Republic of Belarus. His

the UAE and further afield.Al Excellency asked Al Habtoor for his Habtoor, who visited Belarus in 2012 advice to attract more investors to the on invitation from the Prime Minister country. The Ambassador said he of Belarus Mikhail Myasnikovich, wants to deepen relations with the said,Belarus has many opportunities, Belarusian and Emirati business it is a beautiful country with very community and build on the positive friendly people.Roman Golovchenko, steps that had already been taken.The who took up his post last May, has Al Habtoor Group Chairman occupied various positions between recommended a more transparent 1996 and 2008 in the state secretariat system that encourages foreign of the security council of Belarus investors to the country. He advised focusing on international security and creat ing a business f r iendly foreign policy.environment to draw in investors from

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KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR HOLDS DISCUSSIONS WITH BELARUS AMBASSADOR

TO THE UAE

By Qadeer Ahmad Sidddiqui Dubai UAE:

ith over two decades in the t r a v e l a n d t o u r i s m business, Samir Tabbah,

CEO of Desert Gate, spearheads the company’s transformation into a f u l l y - f l e d g e d D e s t i n a t i o n Management Company delivering premium experiences Par Excellence to guests visiting UAE and Oman.For almost two decades, I was blessed to be involved in developing and expanding the inbound sector in UAE and Oman . A long w i th my Management Teamwho have a combined experience of over 75 years in the business I believe that we have a unique business and service model that will benefit everyone,commented Tabbah.Originally from Jordan,

own l egacy founded on an Tabbah’s values stem from a strong

understanding that human touch is h o s p i t a l i t y b ack g r o u n d , h i s

essential to the tourism industry. This traditional family were traders as well

core value is prevalent throughout the as hotel owners which allowed him to

whole business starting from the be immersed in the hospitality

CEO, all the way to the experts, industry from a young age. In the

chauffeurs and welcome concierges at early 90’s he began to develop a career

the airports. The guests come first and with the opportunity to work as a

all of the team takes on the role of Sales Representative in a hotel based

ambassadors of the destinations.Our in Dubai. As Tabbah’s career

commitment goes way beyond simply developed he joined a DMC company

selling your hotel rooms and services. to further his knowledge of the

Desert Gate and EventLab philosophy market. His passion for tourism and

is supremely guest-centric and client strong vision for the avenir of the

centric.We are committed to UAE led him to found Desert

delivering unforgettable guest Adventures Middle East in 1997, a

experience beyond expectations, successful DMC with local expertise

added Tabbah.Endowed with a solid within a global network that currently

network of relationships within the operates in the UAE, Oman and

region, Desert Gate already has the Jordan. In 2008 Desert Adventures

support of a large number of was acquired by the internationally

committed dedicated local and renowned travel agency Kuoni for

international partners and promise to which Tabbah spearheaded its

be a success.The partners that we have operations in the Middle East as CEO

spoken to are all on board with us and bringing expertise and knowledge for

I feel honored at the number of well more than 6 years.Tabbah now resides

wishes that we have received, in Dubai with his own family

demonstrating that they understand continuing tradition and drawing on

the potential of our partnerships, his extensive experience to start his

concluded Tabbah.

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CEO SAMIR TABBAH AT THE HELM OF DESERT GATE’S TRANSFORMATION

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“MENA AWARD IN MAY 2014” (Middle East & North Africa Travel Award)

The 10th Anniversary Most prestigious ceremony and Glamor evening

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PCO Worldwide, the global communication, stakeholder engagement and business

strategy firm, was named Middle East Consultancy of the Year 2014 by The Holmes Report, one of the PR industry’s leading global publications, in recognition of its ground-breaking work for a wide range of government and private sector clients in the region.The award is given to agencies who demonstrate the highest levels of creativity, integrity and effectiveness, as well as business culture, professional training and growth. Considered one of the world's biggest awards competitions for the public relations industry, the event attracted more than 2,000 entries from across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in 2014.Paul Holmes, publisher and chief executive officer

award demonstrates that we have at The Holmes Group said: “In the last delivered for our clients at the highest few years, APCO in the UAE has levels and that we help define best tripled in size, building a network of practice in the region. It is one of the over 90 people in owned offices in most significant accolades in our Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. Growth industry and is a testament to the last year was an impressive 48%. excellence of the work our people APCO is distinguished in the Middle deliver consistently across the East by its leadership and its leading region.The 2014 awards ceremony public affairs and market entry will take place at a gala dinner to be capabilities.The award citation noted he ld a t London 's ce lebra ted APCO’s significant client list in the Roundhouse on May 20.region, which includes leading

players in the telecommunications, government, financial, consumer, renewable energy and sustainability, petrochemical, technology, real estate, auto and Islamic economy s e c t o r s . A P C O Wo r l d w i d e ’s Managing Director for the Arab Region, Mamoon Sbeih, said: This

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APCO WORLDWIDE NAMEDMIDDLE EAST CONSULTANCY OF THE YEAR

2014PR Industry’s Definitive Publication ‘The Holmes Report’

Recognizes Agency’s Ground-breaking Work with Government and Private Sector Clients in Region

KFC ARABIA CAMPAIGN EXPECTED TO REACH ONE BILLION CONSUMERS

WORLDWIDE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

eld on the last Friday of every month, Simply Retro is Dubai’s newest dance

party at Ba Lounge, Fairmont The Palm paying tribute to decades gone by, all night long. Take a time machine; tighten your side pony-tail, dust off the neon legwarmers and party like it’s 1999 as each party takes you back to a different decade.Each month #?SimplyRetro will rotate between three thrilling decades: 70s, 80s, and the 90s. The first #SimplyRetro event on 30th May celebrates the best of the 80’s, with retro décor and nostalgic cocktails.Show off your break-touches including disco balls,

projections of the era’s best films and dancing skills or rub shoulder pads giant Rubik’s Cubes, transforming with Madonna, Boy George and The Ba Lounge to the I Want My MTV" Hoff all rumoured to be on the decade. Let’s hear it for the girls (and guestlist and have a no-no-boys) who just want to have fun on a notoriously good time at Ba glittering dance floor as Ba Lounge’s Restaurant & Lounge. Guests born in specialist DJ spins groove-your- the 80’s receive two complimentary heart-out 80’s favourites whilst the drinks. So wake me up before you bar staff will entertain with Tom go-go!Cruise-style tricks over classic

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SWEET DREAMS ARE MADE OF THESESimply Retro kick offs with the best of the 80’s at Ba Restaurant &

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ABRAR UL HAQ WILL PERFORM IN RAS UL KHAIMAH ON FRIDAY 13TH OF JUNE 2014

AT 7.PM.EVENT ORGANIZED BY DREAM ADVERTISING AND

MINISTRY OF EVENTS.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: which has been underpinned in part ince opening as a cargo hub in by the tourism and hospitality sectors June 2010, Al Maktoum i s e x p e c t e d t o c o n t r i b u t e International Airport at Dubai significantly to the rise in the number

World Central has quickly expanded, of purpose built facilities.Dubai with passenger services commencing Industrial City (DIC) for instance, is seven months ago. The emerging reporting strong occupancy levels, aerotropolis sits at the centre of with a vacancy rate of just 5%. 158 Dubai's future, with the near by Expo new companies joined DIC last year 2020 site, residential and commercial and a sharp upturn in revenue from cities and Jebel Ali Freezone all set to warehouse and land leases was also play a crucial role in the long term reported, both of which rose by 52% evolution of the emirate's economy, and 44%, respectively.Similarly, Etihad Rail's announcement last rents in Dubai Investments Park month that freight line stations in (DIP) for industrial units have both Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum continued to move upwards. Activity International are under consideration at DIP remains dominated by will no doubt further enhance the distribution, light manufacturing, appeal of the area to industrial and food and beverage (F&B) and cold logistics firms.Cluttons International storage companies, fuelled by the Research and Business Development buoyancy in the hospitality sector. M a n a g e r , F a i s a l D u r r a n i The latter added an estimated comments:Following the Expo 2020 500,000 jobs to the UAE economy announcement in November, we last year, according to the World have certainly recorded stronger Travel and Tourism Council.Cluttons demand from occupiers for areas in also anticipates Techno Park, which a n d a r o u n d A l M a k t o u m sits just opposite Dubai Logistics International Airport and Jebel Ali. City, to record an uptake in occupier The unveiling of Etihad Rail's freight interest as the surrounding freezones line through the area will further reach full capacity. Techno Park is enhance the appeal of a base at likely to emerge as a particular DWC.Furthermore, reports this favourite due to its strategic week have confirmed that both Dubai positioning between Sheikh Zayed International Airport and Al Road (E11) and Mohammed Bin Maktoum Airport will continue to Zayed Road (E311) and also due to operate side by side, with the latter its proximity to Al Maktoum likely to emerge as a new hub for International Airport .Durrani Emirates some time in the mid concludes:Elsewhere in the UAE, 2 0 2 0 ' s . We e x p e c t t h a t t h e industrial occupier focus also announcement will help lift occupier remains centred on emerging multi-demand levels further as the nodal hubs. In Abu Dhabi for speculation on the future of our city's instance, the importance of Abu two airports will now gradually fade Dhabi In te rna t iona l Ai rpor t as plans are finalised for both DXB continues to gather pace, aided by the and DWC.Durrani adds: As occupier brisk expansion of Etihad Airways, demand levels rise in submarkets w h i c h i s u n d e r p i n n i n g t h e around DWC, we anticipate the importance of the airport as an air expansion of freezones where cargo hub. This is evidenced by both possible and an increased amount of the swift letting of warehouses at speculative warehouse development, Logistics Park and the number of particularly as these areas approach enquiries being reported. This is a saturation. The economic vibrancy, pattern we expect to persist.

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GROWTH OF AVIATION SECTOR UNDERPINNING OCCUPIER DEMAND ACROSS INDUSTRIAL

PROPERTY LANDSCAPE IN DUBAI AND ABU DHABI

THE BRIT FESTIVAL COLLECTION

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ATM would also enable the hotel to IN MAJID HOTELS & highlight its services and offers. “We RESORTS is participating as would also present our initiatives and a major exhibitor

in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) taking place in Dubai from May 5 to 8. The hotel group will use the region’s major travel show as a platform to expand its hospitality business. The group will utilize the event as an opportunity to establish a bigger source market and to expose its presence throughout the region. In a b i d t o e n h a n c e i t s competitive position, the award winning group has summer offers as it assumes a big started extensive enhancement of increase in the number of people facilities as well as guest services last visiting Dubai,” he said. Bin Majid

year. The group had recently Hotels and Resorts is largely announced the addition of Bin Majid contributing to promoting tourism in Tower in Abu Dhabi to its portfolio. Ras Al Khaima.Bin Majid Hotels and The new hotel is part of a Dh400 Resorts’ new Santorini on Marjan million expansion plans to support Island, will be a seven-story building the growing tourism industry. This comprises 410 stylish guest rooms as newest property is well set to cater well as an array of facilities and Abu Dhabi's fast growing business amenities to enhance the luxury travel and leisure tourist market. The design hotel experience. This will be Bin Majid Tower features 230 deluxe the fifth property Bin Majid owns in hotel apartments, tastefully furnished RAK, joining others such Beach and equipped to international Resort, Beach Hotel, Acacia Hotel standards, with designated rooms for and Mangrove Hotel.The Arabian handicapped guests including Travel Market is the leading connecting rooms for families international travel and tourism event t r a v e l l i n g t o g e t h e r. D r. A l i in the Middle East for inbound and Kasapbashi, chief operating officer of outbound tourism professionals from Bin Majid Hotels and Resorts, across the globe and attracts high commented, “The participation in level decision-makers and buyers Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is representing every aspect of the strategically important for the group's leisure travel industry. This exclusive development in the region where Bin tourism event brings together Majid has now established a solid industry experts to discuss topics and presence including 4 hotels in the new challenges faced by the travel Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and two industry today. The ATM will give in Abu Dhabi. We are also scheduled every company participating in it a to open our latest project Santorini on rare opportunity to access four days Marjan Island, the first man-made of face to face interaction with buyers island project in Ras Al Khaimah, by and travel professionals from its the end of 2014.He added that the target audience.

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

nder the patronage of HH S h e i k h N a h y a n B i n Mubarak Al Nahyan, Al

Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs in partnership with Pacific Ventures is hosting a gala dinner on 5th June 2014 at the Conrad Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road to raise funds to cover the cost of running the Centre.This year, Al Noor is aiming to raise AED1 million from the gala dinner to support the needs of 300 children and young people from different Training Centre for Children with nationalities who have various Special Needs.A promising night physical and cognitive challenges awaits guests at the gala dinner that attending the Centre where they are will commence with a cocktail given thorough professional reception, followed by an elegant training and care to reach their multi-coursed dinner. There will be highest potential.The gala dinner is live performances by various artists open to companies and individuals and musicians to entertain the who want to extend their help to the guests. The highlight of the evening organization. The event will also is the live and silent auction where serve as a platform for networking guests will have the opportunity to while supporting the cause of place their bids on select, elite and people with special needs.Last unique items.Leading real estate year’s gala dinner was a huge company Pacific Ventures is hosting success and we were able to raise the event as a title sponsor. Pacific approximately AED600,000 for the Ventures Chairperson, Mr. Parvez Centre. We were extremely pleased Khan has said, “Al Noor has with the support of the companies become a part of our family at

and individuals who attended Pacific Ventures. It is our privilege last year’s event. The money raised and joy to help and make a helps the Centre in providing difference in the lives of young adequate facilities, and materials children. What initially began as a needed to support our training sincere CSR effort has now become programs. This year we are again a committed advocacy for us to see inviting the community to support that Al Noor is able to give the best our gala dinner so we can continue care to the children in their our mission of assisting our students cen t r e .Var ious sponso r sh ip reach their individual level of skill opportunities are still open to those and independence,” said Isphana Al who are interested to be part of this Khatib, Director of Al Noor memorable event.

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

e a d i n g D u b a i - b a s e d automotive aftermarket parts distributor, A-MAP, will

introduce its new range of lubricant at this year’s Automechanika Dubai 2014, one of the largest annual trade events for the global automotive aftermarket industry.Commenting on A - M A P ’s p a r t i c i p a t i o n a t Automechanika, Asad Badami -Managing Director of A-MAP said:We are very excited to take part at Automechanika and introduce our new brand of automotive lubricants to our cus tomers and indus t ry dealers.The new premium range of lubricant will come with the highest performance specifications and provide longevity, reliability and systems and advantages that would maximum protection. Also this year at allow them to save time, money and Automechanika, we will feature live effort. Today, with a strong presence demonstrations, giving industry i n o v e r 4 0

countries in the M i d d l e E a s t , Africa, South East Asia, the Indian Subcontinent and CIS countries, A-M A P h a s developed its own quality range of b r a n d e d automotive spare parts, batteries, t i r e s a n d lubricants.Automechanika will take

professionals the opportunity to learn place 3-5 June, 2014 at the Dubai more about A-MAP’s quality control World Trade Centre. The three-day practices and warranty management show brings together more than 1,500 systems and sample its latest exhibitors from more than 80 customer service offerings.A-MAP is countries.Headquartered in the firmly committed to help customers 'bustling trading hub' of Dubai, UAE, grow their businesses with new A-MAP operates a network of branch products, distinctive quality control offices in Asia, Africa, and North practices, warranty management America.

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he Ministry of Economy’s Ali Bin Butti Al Muhairi, Assistant C o m m e r c i a l C o n t r o l Undersecretary for Commercial Department, in coordination Affairs, said: “The Ministry of

with the General Directorate of Economy reiterates its commitment Traffic and Patrols at Abu Dhabi to protect the market from Police and Al Masaood Tyres & fraudulent practices through close Accessories Division organized a monitoring of all markets and workshop on the inspection available products and services. mechanism for counterfeit tyres at This workshop aims to strengthen the Khalidiya Rotana Hotel in Abu p ro fe s s iona l know-how on Dhabi on 12 May 2014. The inspection mechanisms to verify the M i n i s t r y o f I n t e r i o r a l s o quality of the tires and detect collaborated with the Ministry of counterfeits easily. This will ensure Economy as strategic partner in the safety of vehicles, passengers hosting the initiative.The interactive and road users.Al Muhairy added: session was part of a series of “If the tires are not in conformity workshops organized by the with highest quality specifications, Ministry throughout the year in vehicular safety is severely

compromised, which in the worst case scenarios can even lead to death.He noted that the Ministry’s ongoing workshops and campaigns organized in collaboration with strategic partners to tackle the issue of counterfeit tires are aimed at raising the awareness of the UAE’s residents and citizens on protecting themselves from counterfeit products and poor-quality services that lead to losses of life and property.The

collaboration with strategic partners workshops articulate the Ministry’s and government departments across priority to promote best-in-class the UAE to ensure safety of business practices, in addition to motorists and road users.Juma ensuring consumer protection and Fairouz, Director of Commercial compliance with international Control, on behalf of His Excellency standards on respecting intellectual Humaid Ali Bin Butti Al Muhairi, property.The Undersecretary for Assistant Undersecretary for C o m m e r c i a l A f f a i r s a l s o Commercial Affairs, welcomed emphasized that the specific goal of participants to the workshop that the workshop was to step-up public aimed to raise awareness on the u n d e r s t a n d i n g a b o u t t h e impor tan t i s sue of vehic le significance of numbers and maintenance and safety and symbols on the tires and the ensuring the quality of tyres fitted specifications of tires as well as the out in vehic les across the conditions of storage, transport and UAE.Jamal Salem Al Ameri, Head trading.Al Muhairi said the of Publ ic Relat ions in the workshops served to strengthen Directorate of Traffic and Patrols at cooperation between government Abu Dhabi Police, and Ahmed agencies and offer opportunities for Abdel Moneim, Deputy Director for greater synergies between the public Technical Services at Al Masaood and private sector.The workshop Tyres & Accessories Division concluded with an exchange of headlined the inaugural session. A commemorative shields between number of representatives from the His Excellency Humaid Ali Bin Ministry of Economy and the Butti Al Muhairi , Assistant Ministry of Interior, officers from Undersecretary for Commercial the Abu Dhabi Police, the Federal Affairs, Jamal Al Ameri, Head of Customs, Emirates Authority for Public Relations in the Directorate Standardization and Metrology, Abu of Traffic and Patrols at Abu Dhabi Dhabi Customs, Dubai Customs and Police and Ahmed Abdel Moneim, the Department of Economic Deputy Director for Technical Development in Abu Dhabi in Services at Al Masaood Tyres & addition to officials from Al Accessories Division. Certificates Masaood Tyres & Accessories were also distributed to the Division also participated in the participants.

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BIN MAJID HOTELS & RESORTS EYES TO BAG BIG DEALS AT ATM 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: of rapid growth. Last year saw around K-headquartered aviation 20 000 business aviation movements fue l supp l i e r A i r BP at the airports Air BP serves and we continues to grow i ts are pleased to continue to expand our

international footprint with the business operations in the region. addition of a further sixteen airports Adding sixteen new locations to our to its Chinese fuel network for network will significantly benefit our General Aviation customers. The new international clients who are airport locations are being operated in regularly flying throughout the conjunction with Air BP’s local joint v e n t u r e p a r t n e r Bluesky ( S o u t h C h i n a Bluesky Aviation O i l Company). This b r i n g s the total n u m b e r of sites w h e r e A i r BP region.The latest announcement provides fuel for international clients follows the news, confirmed at in China to twenty. The additional ABACE 2014, that Air BP continues sites have extended the fuel supplier’s to strengthen its partnership with reach to stretch from Beijing in the Deer Jet, the largest general aviation North along the central corridor, to operator across China and throughout Shenzhen in the South with new Asia. Air BP currently supplies each airports being served in the provinces of Deer Jet’s 62 business jets with its of Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, global fuel card - the Sterling Card Hubei and Henan.Air BP already and the relationship is set to develop provides fuel at Beijing (PEK), further over the next twelve months. Shenzhen (SZX), Shanghai (SHA), Deer Jet, which offers business Tianjin (TSN) and with the addition aviation charter and aircraft of Guangzhou (CAN) in Guangdong, management services, utilises a now offers fuel services at the five mixed fleet of heavy, large cabin and largest cities in China. Air BP’s rapid midsize jets including the Boeing expansion has been stimulated by the Bus iness Je t , Ai rbus A319 , rise of GA activity in the country as Gulfstream G200,GIV, GV, G550 and the number of international and Hawker 800XP series.For full details domestic, privately owned and of all the new locations including operated aircraft continues to grow at o p e n i n g h o u r s , p r e - a d v i s a l a significant pace.Miguel Moreno, requirements, fuels available and General Aviation Manager, Air BP contact details please go to commented, “The general aviation www.airbp.com/wheretofindmarket is relatively underdeveloped Air BP will be exhibiting at this year’s in China but is experiencing a period EBACE on booth 634

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AIR BP ADDS SIXTEEN NEW AIRPORTS TO CHINESE NETWORK

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: support initiatives such as the AfBAA he debut AfBAA Expo which Expo. It has also given us a chance to took place from 23-26 April at showcase the latest version of the the FRA Military Base at Legacy 500 which demonstrates the

M a r r a k e c h A i r p o r t c l e a r l y significance of the region to demonstrated the potential for us.AfBAA also arranged a number of Business Aviation growth on the successful networking events which continent as delegates from the included an innovative “AfBAA business aviation sector, regulators, Military Delegation Luncheon” airport authorities, OEMs, military session held in local aviation r e p r e s e n t a t i v e n b i 8 k f f f f e s , financiers, lawyers and service providers converged during the four day even t . Delegates visiting the AfBAA Expo pavilion debated and d i s c u s s e d t h e growing industry with representatives o f t h e A f r i c a n Business Aviation Association and the

company, and Founding AfBAA associated exhibitors.

Member, Dalia Air ’s, chalet. During the opening address Tarek

“AfBAA undertook a unique Ragheb, Founding Chairman of the

i n i t i a t i v e t h a t e n a b l e d t h e Association announced the inception

introduction of some of Africa’s key of a new AfBAA initiative that has

decision makers in governmental and resulted in a fund valued at $250

VVIP transport to our members. million, with a potential to grow to

Attendees included over 90 of US$500 million. Underwritten by an

Africa’s key decision makers, undisclosed export agency the

including military generals, who funding will be used solely for

discussed areas which require high financing aircraft within Africa.

levels of co-operation between all Ragheb explained that the fund had

aviation branches,” explained Rady been initiated in response to the

Fahmy, Executive Director of the continual financing challenges

Association about the lunch. The experienced by operators and OEMs

mee t ing a l so d i scussed the in Africa. This was highlighted at the

contribution that Business Aviation AfBAA Symposium he ld in

can make to support a country’s September 2013. AfBAA took up the

economic growth.The exclusive challenge and within nine months has

invite only Gala Dinner also proved successfully created a fund that aims

popular amongst guests as it enabled to support continued growth and

OEMs, suppliers and aircraft owners development of the Business

and operators to network and meet in Aviation market at a time when

the prestigious surroundings of the securing finances is still a barrier for

Royal Mansour hotel. Against the aircraft acquisi t ion in many

luxurious backdrop attendees were countries. Further details of the fund

able to make new acquaintances and will be announced at Europe’s

renew old contacts to further the premier business aviation event, the

interests of Business Aviation in the European Business Avia t ion

region.We are extremely pleased with Convention and Exhibition, EBACE

how the first AfBAA Expo panned in Geneva beginning May 22nd this

out. New members joined the year.The show was supported by a

Association, we held some great range of companies and OEMS

networking events and we know that Beechcraft, Cessna, Dassault,

we now have solid foundations to Embraer, and Gulfstream displayed a

build on for future events,said Fahmy total of fourteen aircraft on the static.

about the inaugural show. Plans for Embraer chose the venue to make the

the next AfBAA Expo will be made wor ld debu t o f i t s Legacy

when the board members of AfBAA experimental aircraft equipped with

meet at EBACE.The board will its full interior cabin. This was

discuss details about when and where displayed alongside its Lineage

the next AfBAA Expo will occur and 1000E (debuting for the first time in

how the Association can add value for Africa), Legacy 650 and Phenom

members, delegates and exhibitors. 300. Peter Griffith, Vice President

AfBAA will be exhibiting at this Sales & Marketing, Europe, CIS and

year’s EBACE on booth number Africa commented that, “Africa is an

5542. Members EAN Aviation and important region for us and as a

Dalia Air will also be exhibiting on Founding Member it is important we

the same stand.

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AfBAA EXPO DEMONSTRATES A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR AFRICAN

BUSINESS AVIATION NEW FUND ANNOUNCED FOR AIRCRAFT FINANCING IN

AFRICA

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: concluded.During the ceremony, nder the Patronage of His Professor Paul Curran presented a Highness Sheikh Maktoum letter of commendation to His bin Mohammed bin

Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President o f Duba i In te rna t iona l Financial Centre (DIFC), City University London held its graduation ceremony for the fifth cohort of Sir John Cass Business School’s Executive MBA programme in Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airpor ts and C h a i r m a n a n d C h i e f Excellency Abdullah Mohammed Executive of The Emirates Group, Saleh, former Governor of the DIFC, and His Excellency Abdulla in recognition of his outstanding Ghobash, Minister of State of the contribution to the development of

financial services in the United Arab Emirates, and his gracious support of City University London in the region.Professor Paul Curran said: “I am proud to be here to recognise the outstanding achievements of the fifth cohort to graduate from our Dubai EMBA. The programme arms our graduates with the knowledge and skills they need to advance their United Arab Emirates, graced the

careers in global business and the ceremony with their presence in professions. Since its inception, the recognition of City University Dubai Centre has established itself as London and its Cass Business a dynamic hub for business education School’s efforts to enhance Dubai’s in the Middle East and offers position as an education hub.This regional ly- re levant e lec t ives year’s ceremony, which was held at de l ive red by wor ld l ead ing the DIFC Conference Centre, saw 55 academics. The programme has students graduate from the Cass contributed to the growth of the Executive MBA programme in region’s knowledge-based economy Dubai, a two-year course delivered in and strengthened the ties between the a monthly block weekend format to UAE and the UK.This year’s accommoda te busy work ing graduation ceremony boasts a diverse professionals. His Excellency Essa cohort with an average level of work

Kaz im , Gove rno r o f Duba i experience of 11 years and an average International Financial Centre; age of 32 years. The 2014 graduates Professor Paul Curran, Vice- include 16 women and candidates Chancellor, City University London; from 22 countries including and Professor Cliff Oswick, Deputy Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Canada, China, Dean, Cass Business School, Egypt, Germany, India, Iran, Italy, addressed the students as the keynote Jo rdan , Lebanon , Morocco , speakers. Top performing graduate Netherlands, Pakistan, Qatar, Russia, Archana Narwana was honoured with Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the an award for her academic United Arab Emirates, the United achievement.In his remarks to the Kingdom, and the United States of graduating cohort, H.E. Essa Kazim, America .Ehsan Razavizadeh, said:At DIFC, we believe education is Regional Director, MENA and Head critical and perhaps one of the most of the Dubai Centre said:I would like important tools in building a strong to congratulate our graduating class economy. The Centre is a passionate on successfully completing their p r o p o n e n t o f l e a r n i n g a n d EMBA programme. It is very development, and we offer access to a affirming for our institution that our business environment that is designed alumni, who reflect upon the concepts to nurture success, to harness they learned, are successfully holding creativity and promote enterprise. middle-to-senior level posts. Earning DIFC also offers its partners a world an MBA has a lifelong impact, class infrastructure and cutting edge especially when it is of world-class technology and facilities.Since it was quality. There is no doubt that established at the DIFC in 2007, City building upon the educational assets University London and its Cass of people will directly reflect on their Business School has become a r e s p e c t i v e o r g a n i s a t i o n s ’ regional centre of excellence, I would performance, as well as the overall like to take this opportunity to thank development of the economy.Cass the Institution for being a part of our Dubai’s EMBA was the first journey at the DIFC, and congratulate programme of its kind to offer each and every one of today’s specialist Islamic finance and energy g r a d u a t e s f o r s u c c e s s f u l l y modules and offers streams in general completing this very demanding management and leadership , programme and wish them the best of m a i n s t r e a m f i n a n c e a n d luck and success,” H.E. Kazim entrepreneurship.

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SIR JOHN CASS BUSINESS SCHOOL, CITY UNIVERSITY LONDON, CELEBRATES 2014

DUBAI GRADUATION CEREMONY55 Executive MBA students from 22 nationalities shift tassels as

they receive their degrees

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

mbassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the UAE, His Excellency Asif Durrani today signed a Condolence Book at the Turkish Embassy in Abu Dhabi which has been kept in memory of

those killed in the mine accident in Turkey. While recording his impressions in the Condolence Book, Ambassador Asif Durrani offered prayers for the departed souls and assured on behalf of the Government and the people of Pakistan of any assistance which the Turkish brothers and sisters may need in this hour of trial and tribulation.

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AMBASSADOR OF THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF PAKISTAN TO THE UAE, TODAY SIGNED

A CONDOLENCE BOOK AT THE TURKISH EMBASSY IN ABU DHABI

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: *It is important to have good fitness HE BEACH, the outdoor levels and take safety/precautionary leisure and entertainment measures when using THE BEACH destination opposite JBR, Waterpark. Lifejacket will be

brings a fun and refreshing new option to cooling off with friends and family this s u m m e r w i t h T H E B E A C H Waterpark on the sea across the development.An e n t e r t a i n i n g physical activity for everyone, the i n f l a t a b l e p l a y g r o u n d includedattracts both kids and adults looking Date: Ongoing throughout the for an extraordinary water sports summer experience at Dubai’s must visit Event:THE BEACH Waterparkseaside destination. Take fun to new Brief: Looking for a fun way to cool heights by playing in the circuit, off this summer? Get down to THE jumping on the trampoline, slipping BEACH and try out the inflatable down the slide, climbing the icetower THE BEACH WATERPARK, open and running on the ramp.THE to kids and adults at Dubai’s must-BEACH Waterpark experience is visit destination opposite JBR yours at AED50 per hour (for kids Timing: 10:00am - 7:00pm, dailyaged 6 and older) and AED60 for Venue: Off the shoreline at THE adults per hour. A child-and-adult BEACH, opposite JBRdaily rate of AED195 is also on offer. R e g i s t r a t i o n : T H E B E A C H The Waterpark kiosk is open from Waterpark kiosk on the beach 10:00am-7:00pm every day. Visitors Cost:AED50 per hour for kidscan register at THE BEACH AED60 per hour for adultsWaterpark kiosk located on the beach AED195 daily (both kids and adults)to enjoy the aqua experience.

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HAVE FUN AND STAY REFRESHED AT THE BEACH WATERPARK THIS SUMMER

•Inflatable Playground on the Sea Offers Perfect Outdoor Activity

A-MAP GEARS UP TO INTRODUCE NEW LUBRICANT BRAND AT AUTOMECHANIKA

DUBAI 2014Dubai-based Automotive Parts Company Delivers Premium

Lubricants Range to Industry Dealers

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: noted that we are receiving an lying Colours Corp. the increasingly higher percentage of C a n a d i a n c o m p l e t i o n s , requests from European and Middle r e f u r b i s h m e n t a n d Eastern owners/operators. Africa has

maintenance specialist has completed also come online for us and we were the first phase, of a three phase

expansion plan, at its Peterborough, literally running out of space for Ontario headquarters. The new current and future workloads. The 20,000 sq.ft extension to an existing n e w h a n g a r m e a n s w e c a n hangar was finished in April 2014 and accommodate a greater variety of is already housing a number of aircraft types up to Global Express projects. These include an extensive models.In the past twelve months corporate shuttle programme that has Flying Colours has seen an increase in seen six Bombardier CRJ 200 European orders buoyed up by the regional airliners converted to a 16 gradual increase in the number of pre-business class seat configuration, owned aircraft sales. It has also seen a with a further three currently great deal of interest in its CRJ undergoing work. In addition a ExecLiner conversion from charter n u m b e r o f s p e c i a l m i s s i o n and special mission operators. Flying conversions are in process which Colours is eyeing Africa’s potential reflects a new sector of the aviation and has already completed two business for Flying Colours and will Nigerian-based aircraft this year, a be promoted at this year’s EBACE Bombardier Challenger 604 and a 2014 where the company is exhibiting Learjet 35 and has three more orders on Booth 1646.The extra space, in final discussion phases. “We have which took an investment of US$3.5 had success in the emerging market of million, is equipped to handle China and would like to repeat this refurbishment projects, avionics with the newly rising continent of installations and upgrades, heavy Africa. We are renowned for our maintenance projects and full interior innovative approach, flexibility and completions, and will also be used to capacity to complete aircraft interiors support the continued rise of the on time and on budget. For the Canadian company’s large jet emerging markets these are all major complet ion and maintenance factors when selecting the right capabilities. It is currently working on interiors and maintenance company,” multiple Bombardier Global aircraft continues Gillespie.Phases two and and Challenger 870 conversions for three are anticipated to complete in clients from Europe, Asia, and North 2015.The extra 45,000 sq.ft will America. Other projects in the incorporate an additional large cabin pipeline include multiple large cabin hangar, increased shop space for completion/refurbishments for both maintenance and interior workshops, VIP and special mission aircraft, and and a new down draft paint it is anticipated these projects will facility.This will provide Flying have significant maintenance tasks Colours with the capacity to work on associated with them. The company is the Airbus ACJ fleet, Boeing Business also in the final negotiating stage with Jet family and the state-of-the-art an Asian client for a multiple aircraft CSeries models. When completed a contract for the unique Flying total of 65, 000 square feet will have C o l o u r s C R J E x e c L i n e r been added to the facilities. Once the conversion.The completion of this final phase of building is completed at first phase of expansion underpins our Peterborough, Flying Colours Corp. international strategy for growth,” will explore the options for expansion explains Sean Gillespie, VP Sales and at their US facility which is already Marketing, about the three phase running regularly full workshops.expansion, “We have a robust client Visit Flying Colours at EBACE 2014 base from the USA and Asia, but have - Booth 1646

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FLYING COLOURS EYES UP GLOBAL GROWTH AS PHASE 1 OF FACILITY

EXPANSION COMPLETED

MINISTRY OF ECONOMY ORGANIZES WORKSHOP ON INSPECTION MECHANISM

OF COUNTERFEIT TIRES

AL NOOR - PACIFIC VENTURES GALA DINNER HOPES TO RAISE AED1 MILLION

FOR THE CENTRE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Peru’s Master weaver, Eddie Sulca, he Artissima Art Gallery has whose artistic imagination is one of outreached their various artists’

works to the Center of Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development in Umm Al Quwain with the aim to outreach and bring art to all the Emirates from the 27th to the 29th of M a y, 2 0 1 4 . A u r e l a C u k u , M a n a g i n g Par tne r, Ar t i s s ima Gallery said, “We are delighted to host our

the best exponents of the Peruvian artists’ works in Umm Al Quwain contemporary weaves.Born and which adds color and beauty to raised in the remote Andean city of inspiring venues. We have selected Ayacucho, Perú, Eddie began his the best artworks from all our artists weaving career at the age of eight to be showcased in the different with a commitment to continue the emirates as we bring art to the traditions of his family and culture. masses.Celebrated Bolivian artist, His grandfather Ambrosio Sulca Roberto Mamani Mamani’s works learned the techniques from the old are part of the display. A self-taught weavers and has handed them down artist, Mamani Mamani develops his t o h i s s o n s a n d g r a n d s o n art from original visions and feelings Eddie.However, Eddie Sulca is the of his people, using vibrant, and originator of unusual effects with multiple colors to express character, unique colors where he employs textures and emotions.Roberto’s motifs and patterns drawn from the original figurative work is like a ancient cultures like the Inca and the multicolor party in which appears the Wari and combines their essence with Andean geography, full of characters, other designs that comes directly plants, animals, rituals and dances from his dreams.On display are taking shape reflecting the Bolivian artworks (acrylic and mixed media on identity and legacy.Roberto Mamani Japan paper) of the Italian artist, Mamani is the author of more than Daniela Carletti, whose works show 3000 pictures in about 70 series, most the beauty of nature in its most of which have been painted on harmonious state. She has a nostalgia watercolor paper with resins that he for a time when human beings lived in prepares himself from various direct communication with nature pigments; both Bolivian traditional and has a compulsive need to and new techniques of color.The represent this state, resulting on exhibition also includes pieces from beautiful art pieces that are currently ‘Andean Dreams’, a collection by exhibited in the UAE

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ARTWORKS BY ARTISSIMA ART GALLERY ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION REACHES UMM AL

QUWAINExhibition held under the Patronage of the Ministry of Culture,

Youth & Community DevelopmentBy Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: in giving you that extra reason to

halidiyah Mall, located a look beautiful and feel confident.In few minutes away from the addition to that, Lifestyle, a well-Abu Dhabi Corniche in the defined concept store has increased

centre of the city, announces the the retail space to include an addition of a wide range of new exclusive range of home décor as brand outlets to offer patrons a well as makeup, perfumes, fashion unique and complete shopping accessories, bags, spa products and experience.Among the new outlets teen accessories. The concept

is Matalan, UK’s No1 Value captures the essence of today’s Department Store offering up to the fashion forward consumer. While minute fashion that includes quality Beyond the Beach ensures you have ladies', men's and children's all you need for a fun day out to clothing and footwear - all under enjoy the sun, sea and sand in the one roof.A new favourite for retail UAE, patron who prefer being enthusiasts is F&F, a British indoors and food enthusiasts can inspired international fashion label sample fresh authentic cuisine at the that offers a broad range of Lebanese Flower Restaurant. Other affordable fashion for men, women key outlets to look out for include and children. F&F stores offer the Samsung store and Borders quality clothing and the latest trends bookshop, providing visitors even for men, women, and children up to more choice of specialist shops. 14 years old as well as footwear and Khalidiyah has three levels of accessories.Among the new outlets elegantly laid out space with outlets also is Mothercare, a specialist offering everything from fashion to retailer of products for mothers-to- furnishing and cosmetics to be, babies and children up to the age consumer electronics. The malls of eight and sells pushchairs, expansive multicultural food court nursery furniture, maternity offers an extensive array of clothing, bedding and toys.For international cuisine, alongside a women, the new Victoria's Secret number of cafes and restaurants, an shop is the place to go for lingerie amusement centre with arcade and womenswear while another games, a brand new dedicated 3D female brand, Inglot, provides cinema and a bowling alley.beauty products that go a long way

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KHALIDIYAH MALL INTRODUCES NEW BRANDS

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ocated in Irbid within the city centre, the 11,000 sq feet store retails in-house brands Juniors

and Giggles, as well as popular international brands including Lee Cooper, Barbie, Disney, Maui & Sons, Avent, Fisher-Price, Graco, Ferrari, Maxi-Cosi, and Quinny,Vinod Talreja, CEO, Babyshop, said:The opening of our 200th store is another major milestone as we complete 40 years of being a leading retailer of choice for all children’s requirements under one roof. We take this opportunity to thank our loyal customers, colleagues and partners who have made this possible. Babyshop has received exceptional acceptance and popularity across all markets in the MENA region where we have our presence, and we reiterate mandate, participating in initiatives our commitment towards providing that promote child safety awareness superior quality at affordable prices to across the region. Since 2005, our loyal customers.Babyshop is a Babyshop has been continually market leader in the children’s retail engaged in a series of community category specializing in fashion engagement activities intended to clothing, baby basics, toys, nursery raise awareness on safety among furniture and more for newborns, students, parents and schools. Till toddlers and children up to 16 years of date, the community engagement age. With a 200 store network across initiative has reached out to more than 14 countries, Babyshop has the largest 7,000 children from 150 schools presence in its category in the MENA across the Gulf region, including region. Since its inception in Bahrain schools in Dubai and the Northern in 1973, Babyshop has built a loyal Emirates.Interestingly, Babyshop is customer-base with its product also the foundation stone on which the portfolio that offer great value for entire Landmark Group, which is money and has today evolved into a currently among the region’s largest household name in the region for retail and hospitality conglomerate, children’s essentials.Babyshop also has been built.pursues an active social responsibility

LBy Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: and 72% respectively, while mobile

apping into the growing Internet access through smartphones a p p e t i t e f o r d i g i t i s e d stands at 84% and 83% respectively. i n f o r m a t i o n a n d Countries like Egypt, Morocco and

entertainment, the region’s leading Tunisia are also witnessing faster pay-TV network, OSN, is set to mobile broadband growth compared revolutionise the entertainment to fixed broadband.Emad Morcos,

S V P – B u s i n e s s Development and Digital at OSN, added: There is no other service in the market that has multiple H o l l y w o o d studio deals which enables ‘Go’ to play host to the most critically-acclaimed and d i v e r s i f i e d Western and Arabic content. This coupled

sector with the launch of ‘Go by with our strong line-up of Arabic OSN,the new premium online TV productions and movies makes ‘Go’ service.For only US$10 per month, an irresistible product.Technology subscribers can enjoy thousands of and consumer demands are changing hours of premium entertainment quickly and ‘Go’ has thrust us into an including Hollywood blockbusters, exciting wave of rapid digital growth c r i t i c a l l y - a c c l a i m e d A r a b i c following the success of our award-productions, award-winning TV winning catch-up service, OSN Play. series and popular kids content, Over the next few months, we will contract and commitment-free, in continue to invest in the world of just a few clicks.‘Go by OSN’ is digital so that we deliver the best in compatible with all Internet online entertainment.Go by OSN’ providers, and is available on fixed, subscribers will have access to wifi, 3G, and 4G mobile broadband thousands of hours of licensed across 22 countries in the MENA content including movie catalogues region. The service is currently from top Hollywood studios such as available on PC’s and Macs, Disney, DreamWorks Animation, smartphones, and tablets and will Paramount and Sony.In addition to soon be launched on Smart TV’s and the most-sought after television gaming consoles.David Butorac, shows, ‘Go by OSN’ users can also Chief Executive Officer, OSN, said: access complete box sets of hit series “We are witnessing one of the biggest such as Private Practice, Revenge, shifts in technology since the launch Justified, Cougar Town, among of the Internet with mobile devices others, all available in their original playing an increasingly important format, dubbed, or subtitled in role in people’s lives today- Arabic. Arabic series fans can enjoy especially the youth. As a pioneer of an extensive line-up of Egyptian, pay-TV, OSN has always believed in Khaleeji, and Turkish shows, in pushing the frontiers to achieve addition to exclusive series during excellence in the region’s burgeoning the Holy Month of Ramadan. More television sector. With the launch of than 200 Arabic movies will also be ‘Go,’ not only is OSN setting another available at launch, making ‘Go by benchmark, but we are creating a OSN’ the largest premium online platform that reflects the changing movie library. The network will viewing habits of consumers across continue to expand its robust line-up the region.With Internet users across on ‘Go by OSN,’ ensuring that the region expected to reach over 400 subscribers always have new content million by 2015 and over 200 million to watch.Subscribers can also take people in the region currently below advantage of dual-device screening, the age of 25, the potential for online where two different shows can be TV streaming is tremendous. With streamed on separate devices ‘Go’, we are creating a new simultaneously while the parental entertainment choice for those who control feature empowers families to traditionally have been depending on choose the content that is viewed. At online video channels for content that just US$10 per month, subscribers is often i l legit imate or low can sign up for ‘Go by OSN’ contract quality.With Internet penetration of and commitment-free, with an over 40% in the region, alongside anytime cancellation policy. To know mobi le phone In te rne t user more or to activate your seven day penetration at an average of 54%, free trial, visit go.osn.com, create an Butorac is confident ‘Go by OSN’ account, download the ‘Go By OSN’ will strongly appeal to the fast app from the android or itunes app growing ‘Internet’ generation.In store and enjoy!Saudi Arabia and the UAE alone, smart phone penetration is at 79%

T By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: also wishes to strengthen further alaysia’s Federal Land relations in the retail sector to bring Development Authority these countries together. LULU (FELDA), the world’s Hypermarkets are targeting to begin

most successful land development operations in Malaysia by early 2016 and resettlement agency have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the L u l u G r o u p f o r t h e establishment of Lulu H y p e r m a r k e t s i n M a l a y s i a . T h e memorandum was signed by the Director General of FELDA, Y. Bhg. Datuk Faizoull Ahmad and Mr. Yusuffali M.A., Managing Director, Lulu Group International witnessed by

and this will add value to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Y.A.B. Malaysian market by introducing the Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul u n i q u e c o n c e p t o f H a l a l Razak and Chairman of FELDA Tan Hypermarkets. LULU Hypermarkets S r i H j . M o h d I s a A b d u l are also planning to introduce new Samad.FELDA confirmed its position halal products as well as promoting as the land developer for the FELDA SME products in LULU construction of the hypermarket Hypermarket chains in Malaysia and bui lding for the purpose of the Middle East. This initiative is establishment of Lulu Hypermarket in expected to create job opportunities in Malaysia based in an agreement both countries and thus fulfilling the where Lulu will lease the hypermarket public demands. FELDA is currently developed and constructed by promoting processed food (frozen and FELDA on a long-term basis.The dry), fresh fruits and vegetable and p r o p o s e d l o c a t i o n s f o r t h e aquaculture as well as crafts, health establishment of Lulu Hypermarket in and wellness products. FELDA has Malaysia are Kota Bharu Kelantan, been successful in transforming Bukit Katil Malacca, Ipoh Perak, Malaysian entrepreneur community Nilai Icon City Negeri Sembilan, from the humble beginning of selling Shah Alam Selangor and other only for the local market, to now locations are currently being catering to the larger international surveyed. FELDA is also interested to market in partnership with the Lulu develop other potentially strategic Group.The Lulu hypermarket chain, areas such as the Klang Valley, Johor which sells halal products at all of its Bharu and Penang.The increase in 109 branches in countries like the bilateral trade between Malaysia and UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE in the F&B sector has been Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt & India promising due to the initiatives of wil l see the addi t ional new FELDA and Malaysia’s strong hypermarkets in Malaysia as key to representation in the UAE. Malaysia their growth in Asia.

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BABYSHOP CELEBRATES LAUNCH OF 200TH MENA REGION STORE IN JORDAN

• 11,000 Sq Ft Outlet Located at Irbid in JordanBabyshop, Landmark Group’s one-stop concept store for kids of all ages, today marked the launch of its 200th MENA region outlet in

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he Ministry of Economy has completed preparations for hosting the 15th GCC Joint

Exhibition, which is set to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, from 26 30 May at the Sharjah Expo Centre. The event is expected to feature more than 200 exhibitors from the Gulf region including 70 participants from the UAE. The UAE participation, under the umbrella of the Ministry of Economy, will include federal entities as well as representatives from the private sector. Speaking on the eve of the event, His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, said:The keenness of the 2012.His Excellency called upon the UAE in organizing the GCC Joint citizens of the GCC region to work E x h i b i t i o n w i t h u t m o s t towards increased economic and p rofess iona l i sm re f l ec t s our social integration of the region. commitment to promoting mutual Noting the progress marked in cooperation and economic integration establishing the GCC common a m o n g t h e G C C p l a y e r s , a market, he said the member states had requirement that has gained added especially managed to facilitate significance given the surge in global mobility among citizens and allowed competitiveness. Through such open trade in specific activities such as events, we seek to facilitate investment in the stock market and collaborative projects that support the real estate ownership.The Minister developmental process of the GCC emphasized that the GCC Joint region. The event comes at a time Exhibition is a platform for the private when the volume of bilateral trade sector entities in the region to come between Gulf countries grew by 5.5% together and explore opportunities for during 2013 to US$93 billion from boosting trade and joint investments nearly US$88 billion dollars in among the six GCC countries.

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MINISTRY OF ECONOMY COMPLETES PREPARATIONS FOR HOSTING 15TH GCC

JOINT EXHIBITION IN SHARJAH•Event to Draw Over 200 GCC Exhibitors

•The UAE to Mark Participation with 70 Exhibitors

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: audience, and encourages them to nder the Patronage of H.E. pursue further research into distinct Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al art movements, individual artists, or Nahyan, UAE Minister of historic events addressed in this

Culture, Youth & Community exhibition. I would like to express my Development, Abu Dhabi Music & thanks to Mrs Hoda Al Khamis Arts Foundation (ADMAF), in Kanoo, whose steady vision and partnership with Barjeel Art devotion to the development of Foundation, present ‘Sky Over The creativity and the arts within the East’ exhibition in celebration of United Arab Emirates has led to a truly International Museum Day. Taking inspiring and multi-faceted public place from May 29 to June 27, ‘Sky cultural platform.Drawn from Barjeel Over The East’ will be exhibited at the Art Foundation’s collection of Arab Emirates Palace Gallery featuring art, the ‘Sky Over the East’ exhibition artwork from prominent Arab artists spans 86 years of visual arts practice. from across the Middle East.The Bridging a spectrum of styles, Barjeel Art Foundation was founded mediums and subject matter, the in 2010 by Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi. exhibition presents 55 works by 49 It aims to contribute to the intellectual artists from 12 countries and seeks to development of the arts across the contextualize key milestones from the Arab region by building a prominent, region’s modern history while publicly accessible art collection in testifying to the artist’s role as a vital the UAE.Celebrating its 37th year, contributor to the intellectual International Museum Day 2014 development of society.An education

programme for all ages accompanies commemorates the theme ‘Museum the exhibition, which is inspired by Collections make Connections’, A D M A F a n d B a r j e e l A r t which serves as a reminder that Foundation’s common goal of museums are living institutions that bringing generations together through create bonds between visitors and art, art. There are workshops exclusively transcending borders and cultures as for schools, including Kufic Mural (a well as generations. The theme contemporary approach to the ancient emphasises the role of museums as the art of calligraphy), Emirate Dhabi storytellers of society, institutions that (Gazelle) (the decoration of three-keep cultural heritage alive.H.E. Hoda dimensional objects), and Mural Al Khamis-Kanoo, Founder of the Making. For the public, a children’s Abu Dhab i Mus ic and Ar t s workshop in Watercolour Resist Foundation, commented saying, Painting takes place on Saturday 7 “ADMAF is very proud to join June (4:00-5:30pm) at Emirates museums and heritage organisations Palace Gallery suitable for 3-6 years. from across the globe in celebration of Places are limited but may be reserved International Museum Day 2014 with at education@admaf.orgIn addition to our ‘Sky Over The East’ exhibition. weekly, guided tours every Thursday The partnership with Barjeel has at 3pm, ADMAF presents a weekly formed a creative platform on which evening In Conversation’ series leading Arab artists can shine the light throughout the duration of the on a fascinating aspect of 20th century exhibition with featured artists and history. ‘Sky Over The East’ leading cultural professionals. The highlights our shared objective; to series begins at the private preview on create prominent public platforms that Wednesday May 28th with ‘In elevate the understanding and Conversation with Sultan Sooud Al appreciation of the visual arts in the Qassemi & Matthew Sansom’ offering United Arab Emirates and beyond. I a personal insight into the exhibition, wish all those who visit this specially the role of a collector, and story of curated exhibition and attend its Barjeel Art Foundation.The In public programme an enlightening Conversation’ series continues on and enjoyable experience. I express June 4th at 7pm with featured UAE my sincere thanks to Sultan Sooud Al artist Ali Al Abdan in association with Q a s s e m i w h o s e u n w a v e r i n g The Emirates Writers’ Union; and on commitment has led to an inspiring June 16th at 7pm with Sharjah collection that reflects the joy, Museums Authority Director General passion, knowledge and learning one Manal Ataya in conversation with The can acquire from the preservation of Nat ional ’s Saeed Saeed’ , in Arab artistic expression.Sultan Sooud association with New York University Al Qassemi, Founder of Barjeel Art Abu Dhabi Institute. Foundation said, “I hope Sky Over

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ABU DHABI MUSIC & ARTS FOUNDATION AND BARJEEL ART FOUNDATION

COMMEMORATE INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY WITH ‘SKY OVER THE EAST’

EXHIBITION OF HISTORICAL ARTWORKSADMAF and Barjeel Art Foundation collaborate to present a unique

selection of pieces by leading Arab artists

REGION’S LEADING PAY-TV NETWORK LAUNCHES PREMIUM ONLINE TV

PLATFORM, ‘GO BY OSN’Growing Internet consumption and multi-platform

viewing trends spur OSN’s digital expansion

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Told You So.It was a hit, so Miracle rtissima Gallery, under the redid it as an oil painting. In 1972, he patronage of Ras A l K h a i m a h

Tourism will be hosting an e x h i b i t i o n t i t l e d ‘ T r a d i t i o n ’ b y International artist, Ed Miracle at the Cove Rotana Resort, Ras Al Khaima. The exhibition opens at 7pm on May 19th and continues until the 25th of May 2014.Aurela Cuku,

p a i n t e d a l l t h e backgrounds and many of the costumes at the world famous ‘Laguna Beach Festival of the Arts and Pageant of the Masters’.In 1984 Ed Miracle moved to Europe and continued work ing on p r iva te collections in the UAE and around the world. Today his work in form of paintings and sculptures is hosted in galleries and in p r i v a t e c o l l e c t i o n s globally with some of his most inspiring pieces owned by the royal families in the UAE. While the idea of the Gicle is rapidly growing in Managing Partner, Artissima Gallery

popularity throughout the world, it is said, “We had a positive response to relatively new to the Middle East and bringing well known international we are hoping to spark its growth by artists to the UAE which prompted us introducing a selection of works by to also showcase the Gicle versions of artist Edward D. Miracle,added the artworks of celebrated American Aurela.Miracle spent over ten years artist Ed Miracle who is popular in the Middle East as the painter for among the Arab art collectors.The the royal family of Sharjah, namely Gicle is a form of Fine Art H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Khalid bin reproduction where the original Sultan Al Qassimi. His works created image of the painting is digitally during this period are in the printed via inkjet onto Canvas. The collections of the royal families of benefits of printing on Canvas are Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar as second to none as it provides well as various Ambassadors, extremely high quality reproductions dignitaries, companies and private of the original while maintaining the collectors. His works are also on vast color pallets the artist created. Ed permanent display in various palaces, Miracle, a Navy veteran and self-museums and at The gold Centre in taught artist did a wry pen-and-ink Sharjah.drawing of sailing ships falling off the

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TRADITION’INTERNATIONAL ARTIST ED MIRACLE’S ARTWORKS TO BE EXHIBITED AT THE

COVE ROTANA IN RAS AL KHAIMAH

LULU HYPERMARKET AND FELDA MALAYSIA INK COLLABORATION MOU IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE OFFICIAL VISIT

OF THE HONOURABLE PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA TO ABU DHABI, UAE

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group of The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) Dubai Computer

Information Science (CIS) students, Sutton International and Enterprise Systems have collaborated to install a wireless network at Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs. The Al Noor Training Centre has several rooms on two levels, with about 120 networked computers and only three wireless access points. To assist students and staff at the Centre, HCT-Dubai CIS students engaged on an ambitious, hands-on student project to install a wireless network across the large Dubai campus.This

project and became involved.The Al project required the involvement of Noor Training Centre provides a industry stakeholders, as well as the wonderful community service. When injection of additional funds to cover we learned of the wireless project, we the cost of materials. The goal of the wanted to use our expertise to give the project was to create a ‘Learning by school a state-of-the-art network and Doing’ experience for the colleges’ train the students on the latest CIS Networking students.Not only equipment,stated Pouya Parsafar, did the project provide an important Managing Director, Enterprise community service by extending the Systems. In addition to the wireless wireless network to all areas of Al

Noor School, it also gave the students equipment, Enterprise Systems at HCT a crucial real-world ensured the school had a next-experience in their professional generation Adyton firewall to make course. The training for the students certain that the network was well on the new equipment (Huawei secured.When we were approached by Access Points, Wireless Controllers the HCT to assist with the cabling and Switches and a state-of-the-art needed for the project, we were Adyton firewall)was provided by excited for the opportunity to be of Enterprise Systems.Isphana Al service in the community and gave Khatib, Director of Al Noor Training them our full cooperation,said Zia Ul Centre, said: “We are thrilled with this Qadir, Managing Director, Sutton new development at our Training International.The Al Noor Training Centre. It was long overdue and Centre is a non-profit organisation that thanks to the support of all the provides professional training and involved parties we now have a care to children with special needs cutting edge wireless network at the from all backgrounds.The training institute. This is to allow our assistive centre currently has 270 students and Technology programme to be taken to 250 staff. Due to the care needed for the next level. A huge difference to each child, the student-teacher ratio is what we can offer our students.We almost two to one.were happy to support the Al Noor Training Centre. It is imperative that our students learn how things work in the real world and the ‘learning by doing’ project gave them that opportunity. Crucially, it was also an important service to the community, it’s win-win,” Dr. Saoud Al Mulla, Director of HCT-Dubai Colleges, said.Initially, the HCT was going to donate their used networking equipment to the school but then Enterprise Systems, a partner of Al Noor Training Centre, heard of the

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HCT-DUBAI COLLEGE IT STUDENTS SHOWCASE LEARNING BY DOING SKILLS WITH PROJECT FOR AL NOOR SPECIAL

NEEDS TRAINING CENTREHCT Dubai students collaborate with Sutton International and

Enterprise Systems to complete unique wireless networking project

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Qatar Airways, have been at the core he top leadership of the air of a major shift in global aviation. In transport industry will be just over a decade, the share of global gathering in Doha from 1 to 3 traffic accounted for by Middle East

June 2014 for the IATA 70th Annual airlines grew from 4% to 9%. Much General Meeting (AGM) and World of this growth has been realized here Airport Transport Summit.The IATA in the Gulf,” said Tony Tyler, IATA’s AGM is the highest level event in the Director General and CEO. About airline industry with many of the 1,000 delegates and journalists are Association’s 240 member airlines expected to attend the AGM. The CEOs in attendance, along with the program includes a CEO Forum on top management of industry partners the first day of the AGM, featuring and key government stakeholders. David Barger, CEO, JetBlue This is only the fourth time that the Airways; Ivan Chu, CEO, Cathay IATA AGM will be held in the Middle Pacific; Andreas Conesa Labastida, East, following AGMs in Amman, CEO, Aeromexico; and Willie Walsh, Jordan (1997), Tehran, Iran (1970), Chief Executive, International and Cairo, Egypt (1946). Qatar Airlines Group. CNN International Airways, a longstanding IATA Business Correspondent Richard member, is hosting the event. Qatar Quest will moderate the session.This Airways CEO, Akbar Al Baker, has AGM will be a special one because served on the IATA Board of the commercial airline industry is Governors since 2012. The Emir of celebrating its 100th birthday. The Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim governments in the Gulf are among bin Hamad Al-Thani, has agreed to be those strategically using aviation as the patron of the AGM in Doha.The an economic catalyst. And I think that AGM will be a big event for aviation it will be a great place not only to in the Middle East, and particularly celebrate our first 100 years, but also for the airlines based in the Gulf to look ahead to aviation’s next region. These carriers, including century,said Tyler.

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AIR TRANSPORT LEADERS GATHER IN DOHA FOR IATA AGM

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Traditional dress codes are reviewed ZEGNA evolves into a new through unconventional silhouettes identity, merging the concepts and smart innovative fabrics such as o f f o r m a l i t y a n d TECHMERINO.The merging and

s p o r t i f i c a t i o n , c r e a t i n g a inter-contamination of product and contemporary expression of tradition function are the protagonists of with a renewed aesthetic.The Zegna’s newest proposal. collection draws inspiration from the Z ZEGNA: a modern, intelligent, meticulous tailored elegance with an tech-wear collection.experimental edge of Z Zegna and the Gildo Zegna, CEO of Ermenegildo technological leisurewear expertise Zegna Group, says: “Zegna is of Zegna Sport; blending both into the developing a new business tool to new Z ZEGNA, an ongoing project target the evolving and specific needs focused on category products which of the menswear market. The new Z a d d r e s s a g l o b a l m o d e r n ZEGNA will concentrate its efforts to lifestyle.Designed by Murray Scallon drive attention to different product and Paul Surridge, the new collection categories season after season. From will be unveiled during the upcoming ready to wear to accessories, this PITTI UOMO. This interactive workshop has been developed by our design approach and creative design team and will put in place the partnership, reinforces the joining of best know how and expertise to strengths, defining the new Z hybridize an established concept. The ZEGNA’s modernis t ic brand aim of the new Z ZEGNA is to gain a philosophy.The style objective of the solid position in the accessible luxury new design workshop process is to segment.A new Z ZEGNA store underline how a single item can inject concept will be disclosed for the innovation and new energy into an Spring Summer 15 season with e s t a b l i s h e d m a n ’ s openings in key worldwide locations. w a r d r o b e . Te c h n i c a l , h i g h The new Z ZEGNA collection will be performance fabrics and intelligent available in selected specialty and details combine with all main product department stores worldwide as well categories introducing innovation for as in a large selection of Ermenegildo an updated attitude to tailoring and Zegna flagship stores and on sportswear. Zegna.com.

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SUMMER SURVIVAL BY DINNERTIMESUMMER SURVIVAL BY DINNERTIMESUMMER SURVIVAL BY DINNERTIME

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: knowledge I have ga ined . hree outreach initiatives are Furthermore, I was given a chance to offering aspiring scientists in attend the 22nd World Energy the UAE a taste of

the learning process that university students and young professionals can expect from the research and academic offerings of Masdar Institute of Science and Technology.The three programs Young Future Energy Leaders (YFEL), S u m m e r R e s e a r c h Internships, and ‘Ektashif’ aim to reinforce students’ knowledge, interest and academic skills in science, engineering and technology Forum in South Korea and interact as they relate to the graduate, and engage with the leading global doctoral and post-doctoral research energy professionals because of the projects being conducted at the YFEL program.In addition, Masdar Masdar Institute. These programs Institute’s Summer Research

Internship program for U A E n a t i o n a l undergraduate students a i m s t o n u r t u r e qualified university s t u d e n t s w i t h a penchant for research and innovation and inspire them to gain additional knowledge. In 2013, the program offered a total of nine research projects for the interns to learn from, focusing on water, solar energy and

are part of Masdar Institute’s fuel cells areas that are identified as contribution to knowledge and strategically important to the human capital development in the UAE.Through the program, six UAE, as well as regionally and interns receive an opportunity to globally.The YFEL program is gain new insights into applying their under the patronage of His Highness knowledge in technical and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al laboratory skills. This year, intern Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Hend Al Zeyoudi, who worked Dhabi and the Deputy Supreme during the summer under the Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. One of the more popular offerings, YFEL provides young profess iona ls and students from the UAE and abroad with an opportunity to become more engaged in finding solutions to the w o r l d ’ s b i g g e s t challenges achieving energy efficiency and t a c k l i n g c l i m a t e change. The YFEL

guidance of Dr. Tariq Shamim, Head 2 0 1 4 p r o g r a m , s p o n s o r e d of Mechanical Engineering, co-consecutively for four years by the authored a scientific research paper Abu Dhabi National Oil Company that won international acclaim at the (ADNOC), has over 100 members. 17th Asia Pacific Automotive Now in its fourth year, the YFEL Engineering Conference held in continues to interact with leaders in Bangkok. It was titled ‘Effect of sustainability fields across the Ambient Conditions on the world.In January 2014 the YFEL Performance of an Open-Cathode 2013 members completed their PEM Fuel Cell Stack: Case Study year-long courses and received their United Arab Emirates’. Many of the certificates of completion after a projects to be offered under Summer year of actively spearheading Research Internship this year will individual projects and taking focus on solar cell and biomass

research. There is also a t r a i n ing p rog ram fo r students on how to operate electron microscopes and work in a ‘Clean Room’ to fabricate advanced materials and devices on the micron and sub-micron scale. (For inquiries, please contact: internships@masdar.ac.ae)Another Masdar Institute outreach initiative is the t w o - w e e k ‘ E k t a s h i f ’ residential program, which brings together talented U A E u n d e r g r a d u a t e

concepts of sustainability to far- engineering and science students to flung regions.The YFEL program is learn about renewable energy, open to UAE national and sustainability and the environment. international graduate students and In the summer of 2013, a total of 22 young professionals, while the UAE national undergraduates Summer Research Internship and concluded their experience with a the Ektashif programs are offered to variety of hands-on laboratory UAE national undergraduates.Dr. workshops. The program this Lamya Fawwaz , Execu t ive summer will run in August, with Director, Public Affairs, Masdar nominations now being accepted. Institute said:The support and vision Students wishing to participate in of the UAE Leadership has been Ektashif this summer need to have instrumental in highlighting the nominating letters sent by their importance of renewable energy Department Head or Dean to the sources, sustainability and the need Masdar Institute Outreach program. to find solutions to these global (For inquiries, please contact: issues. As such, the Outreach outreach@masdar.ac.ae)Maryam initiatives offer students and young Rashed AlMazrouei, Chemical professionals an opportunity to Engineering student at UAEU and obtain in-depth knowledge on Ektashif participant, said, “I always sustainability, renewable energy and wondered what was happening up climate change and work towards there in Masdar Institute and I really finding these solutions. Due to the wanted to discover it. The Ektashif multiple options these initiatives program gave me that chance, and it offer for development in these was one of the best experiences I fields, the 3 programs have become ever had. I learnt new things about increasingly popular among a lasers, electronics, biofuel and other growing number of students.Yamrot technologies.These outreach Amha, YFEL member and student initiatives not only give potential of Water and Environmental students an indication of what to Engineering, said: “Through my expect at Masdar Institute but also training with YFEL I have become a inspire them towards taking up more confident leader, who is ready subjects in sustainability for to make an impact using the Master’s studies.

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THREE OUTREACH INITIATIVES OFFER A TASTE OF MASDAR INSTITUTE’S

ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH OFFERINGSStudents and Young Professionals Gain from Programs Designed

for Overall Individual Development

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

LAFS, global market leaders for saunas, pools and spas, today held the opening

ceremony of its first 400 square meter showroom in the Middle East showcasing latest innovations in the sector. Located in KLAFS’ newly set up headquarters at Dubai Healthcare City, the showroom will facilitate the brand to offer increased accessibility to its globally acclaimed sauna and spa KLAFS Middle East will extend facilities that are scientifically proven limitless benefits to individuals, as to provide holistic health and wellness well as the hotel, hospitality and the benefits. The opening ceremony was resort sectors. We aim to roll-out our conducted in the presence of H.E Dr. world class portfolio of global Mohammad Sa l im Al Olama innovations across the region in a Undersecretary at Ministry of Health, phased manner as part of our priority

Marwan Abedin Chief Executive to ca te r to the demand fo r Officer, Dubai Healthcare City and c o n t e m p o r a r y w e l l n e s s Stefan Schöllhammer, Global CEO, facilities.Schöllhammer added:Dubai KLAFS. A number of specially invited currently boasts 82,000 hotel rooms, a guests and media representatives also number set to increase by nearly 67%

by 2016 as the emirate steps up its ambitions to attract approximately 20 million visitors annually by 2020. In anticipation of this unprecedented growth scenario, we believe this is the right time to consolidate our presence in the region.KLAFS currently caters to more than 150,000 clients worldwide across the domains of luxury hotels, fitness clubs, swimming centers and high-end villas. KLAFS Middle East will specifically aim to redefine the region’s spa and sauna graced the occasion.Commenting on industry extending beyond luxury and KLAFS’ choice of Dubai as its well-being to offer therapeutic operational hub in the Middle East, benefits.Montaser Al Kuzbari, Stefan Schöllhammer, Global CEO of Chairman and CEO of KLAFS Middle K L A F S , s a i d : T h e U A E h a s East, said:Medical tourism in Dubai is consistently encouraged innovation poised to reach AED40 billion in 2015. and investments that deliver upscale With people in this urban metropolis urban living to residents and tourists. increasingly seeking niche health and The enabling environment and wellness products, our headquarters at competitive advantages that the UAE Dubai Healthcare City serves as an offers to emerging as well as ideal location retailing the latest established global businesses innovations in the sector. We look influenced our decision to base our forward to delivering our exclusive regional headquarters in Dubai. and globally acclaimed KLAFS Leveraging our world-class product wellness experience to discerning innovations to promote the concept of customers in the UAE and the wider mental and physical well-being, region.

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n response to the invitation of the respective subsidiaries, to the Saudi Authorities who have development of the french know-placed France as guest of honour

for the 2nd edition of the Saudi Health show, about 20 F r e n c h companies will be present at the show to be held in Riyad from the 19th to the 21st of May 2014. At the p a v i l i o n organized by UBIFRANCE -the French Agency for International how. SANOFI, fo l lowed by B u s i n e s s D e v e l o p m e n t - ORANGE, SCHNEIDER and manufacturers, large industrial AIRBUS GROUP will sponsor at the groups and large institutions will mix same time the French Pavilion and to highlight the french know-how in the related events. AIRBUS GROUP terms of quality of care, research and will sponsor Carmat, the SME at the proposed products. A French origin of the first artificial heart in the ministerial delegation will be present world to be implanted recently in a at the opening of the exhibition.This human being.The French Pavilion

french Pavilion at the Saudi Health will highlight a diverse and will materialize the will of innovative offer: from vans, to cooperation between the two med ica l dev ices , mo lecu la r countries in the field of health that has diagnostics, mobile devices, e-started in november 2013 during the health, medical imaging or air meetings between the french and t r e a t m e n t ( A E D M A P , saudi's Health authorities, headed by A I R I N S PA C E , C O M E PA , the Saudi Minister of Health and the EVOLUCARE, GENEWAVE, French Minister of Foreign Trade, GRUAU, IGIENAIR INTEGRAL and that was carried on on the PROCESS, MAIDIS MEDIAN occasion of the visit of François TECHNOLOGIES, SPENDLER and Hollande, the President of the French TOUTENKAMION.)Republic, last december. Moreover, Invited by the Saudi Health cooperation agreements have been Authorities, the institutionals -IHU signed after these meetings. France is and the French institutes for reseach- determined to be a partner in the will be present at the initiative in present development of the Saudi order to strengthen the relations they healthcare market.France has a high have established and to achieve a quality internationally recognized certain number of projects already medicine, and a large number of ideas underway. We count on the presence in terms of innovation. France is the of APHP (Assistance Publique-fourth largest country in the world in Hôpitaux de Paris), the Imagine terms of sales, behind the United Institute (Research Center for genetic States, Germany and Japan. It also diseases), ICAN (Cardiometabolic benefits of a rich ecosystem of and Nutrition Institute) and IGR technological, scientific and clinical (Gustave Roussy Institute).perspective.Four major French

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restige Swiss watchmaker Parmigiani Fleurier launches today i t s Tonda Mét ro

collection in the UAE, a range of men's and women's watches whose lines and essence embody the spirit and magic of great cities. The collection features "Métrographe" watches for men and "Métropolitaine" watches for women.With this collection entirely manufactured in steel, Parmigiani Fleurier creates a new entry price point for its existing range of products, while keeping completely in line with the values of extend to the crown, reaching around authenticity and independence that it to envelop the chronograph push-are particular to the brand within the buttons on the men's version. This watch industry. As such, all Tonda asymmetry confers on the watch its Métro collection watches have an subtly stylish identity; a touch of open back case, allowing their owner m o d e r n i t y t h a t o v e r t u r n s to marvel at an automatic mechanical conventions.The aesthetics of the movement that is completely finished dials in the Métro collection use the and decorated by hand in the brand’s principle of contrasts to highlight a workshops in Fleurier.To celebrate the particular aspect of the piece. On the launch of the collection in the UAE, men's Tonda Métrographe, the and its direct inspiration from chronograph complicat ion is cosmopoli tan landscapes and underlined thanks to the highlighting proportions, Parmigiani Fleurier of its minute and hour counters. The i n v i t e d f o u r G u l f - b a s e d grey counters, which sit on top of photographers, through a partnership snailed discs, stand out against the with the Empty Quarter Gallery, to white grained dial; on the black dial showcase some of their never-seen- version they are outlined with before artwork in Dubai. With images Superluminova material which picks f r o m p h o t o g r a p h e r s S a r a h them out in the daytime and renders Abudawood, Al Moutasim Al them luminous at night. The two

Maskery, Daniel Cheong and Alisdair counters form a slanted figure 8, a

Miller,around the cosmopolitan characteristic sign of the Parmigiani

t h e m e “ A C i t y i n Ti m e ” , t h e Fleurier brand.On the Tonda

watchmaker set up a unique, pop-up Métropolitaine, feminine curves

photo exhibition in the DIFC, to be soften the piece's modern lines. The

visible on May 19 only.Through straight outline of the case finds its

simple, streamlined, essential designs contrast in the "flinqué" finishes on

and the choice of lighter materials, the the dial, which take the form of

Tonda Métro collection addresses a undulating waves. The numerals and

younger customer, who is mostly index are inlaid, standing out in

considering one watch to be worn rounded re l ie f f rom a two-

from day to night. The UAE is a great d i m e n s i o n a l b a c k g r o u n d

place to echo the cosmopolitan characterised by straight lines.The

inspiration behind this collection, Métro collection sees Parmigiani

with its futuristic landscapes and Fleurier introduce a new concept

record-breaking skyscrapers, said featuring straps and bracelets in

Jean-Marc Jacot, CEO of Parmigiani leather and steel. The grained calf

Fleurier. We felt strongly that leather with Hermès signature

launching an urban inspired collection produces a very distinctive effect. Its

here in Dubai, more than anywhere edge is of a different colour and

else in the world, required a direct polished, giving it a perfectly smooth

connection and homage to the UAE surface in contrast with the rest. For

residents, artists and photographers example, a caramel-coloured strap

which help shape the city’s unique features a bright red edge; a black

personality. We are proud and strap is edged in white; étoupe is

delighted to have had the chance to twinned with a grey edge for a subtle

work with the Empty Quarter Gallery contrast. Each version of the Tonda

to exhibit 24 large prints of the UAE’s Métro, both men's and women's, is

cities’ scene, as these directly reflect also available with a steel bracelet of

the spirit of our Tonda Métro remodelled design. In keeping with

collection.Both the men's and the spirit of the collection, the

women's versions are characterised by bracelets' proportions have been

their long proportions, which confer redesigned to produce a slimmer,

elegance. The calibre 3000 movement elongated and more streamlined

and its housing have been designed appearance for a more aesthetically

with extreme precision to produce a pleasing case. The links which form

slim, refined case middle. The the profile of the steel bracelet feature

subtlety of the Métro collection - a Parmigiani Fleurier's iconic teardrop

slight imbalance which gives it its shape. Each link has unique

character - comes from the fact that dimensions, and is precisely

the watch is asymmetrical: it has two calculated to ensure optimal

different profiles. Its left-hand profile, ergonomics and perfect continuity

which is devoid of a crown, is the between the case middle and the

classic, conventional side, and bracelet.The Tonda Métro collection

displays the brand's iconic teardrop is available exclusively in Damas

shape. By contrast, its right-hand stores across Dubai.

profile features elongated lugs which

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PARMIGIANI FLEURIER LAUNCHES ITS TONDA MÉTRO COLLECTION IN THE

MIDDLE EAST, AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH DAMAS

Swiss watchmaker celebrates the UAE launch with a unique exhibition of urban-inspired Dubai and Abu Dhabi photographs at

the Empty Quarter Gallery in Dubai

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

abini Spa launched its latest office furniture collection in Dubai this month, as the

company rolls out expansion into UAE as part of its global growth strategy. Founded in 1963 in Italy, Babini Spa designs and produces functional, high quality office furniture made exclusively in Italy.Having achieved double-digit growth in Europe over the previous two years, Babini completely working with global and local revamped its internal structure to companies, with internationally better concentrate on opening new trained staff and flexible processes markets and with this month’s launch, which we can adapt for each project – the UAE is set to become a key growth making both companies ‘Easy to market through an exclusive multi- Work With’. More than ever, our year agreement with local distributors customers are looking for unique, Office Inspirations.We believe there is high-quality products, and Babini a significant opportunity to extend the exemplifies the innovative style, reach of our brands globally, said q u a l i t y , a n d s e r v i c e t h e y Babini Off ice COO Michele expect.Headquartered in Ancona, Falcone.The UAE is a natural market Italy, Babini is a family run business for us, with a strong, growing with a design philosophy built on its economy and a lot of interest in high- Italian heritage. All its products are quality, stylish products. We are designed and manufactured in Italy at pleased to partner with Office the company’s purpose built factory. Inspirations, a company with Michele Falcone is a Senior business demonstrated success developing executive with a record of driving well-known brands in the UAE and a profitable growth for world-class deep understanding of the local companies, including a Fortune 100 customer base. We are confident they corporation. He is an Inspired are the right partner to introduce our dealmaker with strong negotiation brands to the UAE market.Office skills; trustworthy influencer of Inspirations Marketing Manager people and teams; loyal leader guiding Liam Flynn added that both Office top companies; has spent 27 years in Inspirations and Babini share a the furniture&design business, common desire to create inspiring covering different roles for non-profit environments.We are delighted to and profit driven organizations, with have the opportunity to introduce the demonstrated competencies in P&L Babini portfolio of products to the Management. UAE. We have vast experience

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LUXURY ITALIAN OFFICE FURNITURE MANUFACTURER ENTERS UAE MARKET IN

FIRST PHASE OF GLOBAL EXPANSION

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

razil is the home of football, and second to actually being there, you want to feel like the stadium

is all around you. Starting on June 12th, the ultimate destination in Dubai to soak in the game’s electric atmosphere is the designated ‘World Cup Theatre’ at Emirates Golf Club. A FIFA assured venue that will show all the live games of this year’s upcoming FIFA World Cup 2014.Head down to the Emirates Golf Club, the most central hotspot in Dubai, decked out in your team's colours, and experience the essence of the game with the help from official partners; adidas, Budweiser and PlayStation Middle East.Expect to see a variety of games, competitions and experiences like Budweiser ‘Poolball’, the ultimate PlayStation tournament and witness the giant adidas ‘Brazuca’ bringing Brazil to Dubai.The Ultimate World Cup Theatre will be open from 5pm daily with games to be shown across 21 TVs, with two large scale screens dominating the venue and ensuring comfortable viewing throughout the venue. Bottles of hops are priced from AED40 with buckets of five for AED180. Snack platters will be available from AED120. Snack platters and a bucket of hops are priced at AED300. For more information contact +971 4 417 9999 or email worldcup@dubaigolf.com

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CATCH ALL THE BIG MATCH FOOTBALL ACTION AT EMIRATES GOLF CLUB; THE OFFICIAL VENUE FOR THE WORLD CUP

- Venue will host the Ultimate World Cup Theatre- Every game shown live

- Variety of fun activities and food offers available

FRANCE, GUEST OF HONOUR IN THE SAUDI HEALTH 2014

FOR ITS FIRST PARTICIPATION IN A COLLECTIVE PAVILION

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: via the products & services we offer. ational Bonds Corporation We are always keen to empower our (NBC), the leading sharia’a- employees with the necessary tools, compliant savings and training plans and knowledge to be

investments company in the UAE, the best in their fields. We also aim to has won the Distinction Employee enhance the capabilities of UAE Engagement MENA HR Excellence Award for 2014 at the 6th Annual M E N A H R Excellence Awards 2014 that honors o u t s t a n d i n g achievements and impactful human capital strategies in t h e r e g i o n . National Bonds was honored in the D i s t i n c t i o n i n E m p l o y e e E n g a g e m e n t c a t e g o r y f o r e n g a g i n g citizens who aspire to work in the employees through fostering a financial and investment sectors. corporate cul ture , employee These strategies have helped us engagement surveys, onboarding, achieve significant success that is flexibility, transparency, recognition validated by the high satisfaction and team building.NBC’s Employee r a t e s r e c e i v e d f r o m o u r Engagement programs initiated by its bondholders.Some of the key HR department have helped initiatives designed by National strengthen the capacities and Bonds Corporation’s HR department competencies of the organization’s include ‘Tawasol’ that contributes to staff. An internal HR survey prepared strengthening interaction between by National Bonds Corporation in employees through internal and 2013 recorded 78.2% employee social activities, ‘Ibdaa’ where a satisfaction levels and 82.4% committee reviews employee employee commitment.Saif Al sugges t ions to improve the Shehhi, Executive Director of workplace environment, ‘Jawda H u m a n R e s o u r c e s a n d C o m m u n i c a t i o n ’ t h a t h e l p s Administration at National Bonds communicate internal ideas related to Corporation, said: “We are honored business excellence and creativity. At to receive this prestigious award as it the end of each fiscal year, NBC reiterates our sincere commitment celebrates the achievements of towards the well-being of our employees who successful ly e m p l o y e e s . O u r e m p l o y e e complete training programs for engagement strategies focus mainly career development.National Bonds on stimulating and supporting Corporation is licensed and regulated employees to encourage them in by the UAE Central Bank, and delivering the best products available provides UAE nationals, UAE in the market. Such concerted efforts residents and non-residents with a have led NBC to achieve the best c r e d i b l e a n d s a f e s a v i n g s cus tomer sa t i s fac t ion levels opportunity. Minors can also own possible.He added: “National Bonds National Bonds certificates, provided Corporation comprises more than the bonds are purchased by their 180 employees of d i fferent parent/guardian. Each bond costs nationalities who share our core AED10, with a minimum purchase commitment and passion for the option of AED100.financial wellbeing of our customers

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NATIONAL BONDS CORPORATION SCOOPS DISTINCTION IN EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

AT 6TH ANNUAL MENA HR EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2014

KLAFS OPENS WORLD CLASS 400 SQ METER SHOWROOM AT DUBAI HEALTHCARE CITY

• Complements Company’s Strategy to Set up Middle East Headquarters in UAE

• Showroom KLAFS’ Latest Innovations in Saunas, Pools, and Spas

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

new health initiative has been launched in the UAE to help tackle cardiovascular disease,

the world’s biggest single killer which accounted for a quarter of deaths in the Emirates in 2012.Endorsed by Emirates Cardiac Society, the One Heart Health Community has been established to educate UAE residents about heart related il lnesses, communicate the common risk factors , and dr ive home the i m p o r t a n c e o f a h e a l t h y lifestyle.Posing the question,How many hearts do you have?the awareness campaign will be kick Heart Health Community will started with a diabetes screening event ultimately help save lives.The first at The Dubai Mall next Sunday (25 phase of the One Heart Health May). More than 80 nurses will be on Community awareness drive will hand to perform simple blood sugar encourage residents to engage with the level tests to determine the presence or initiative through Facebook and a new

mobile phone application, ‘Break-Up’, while the second phase will build awareness through blogs, Twitter and several other events for all heart disease risk factors.The ‘Break-Up’ mobile app has been designed to help individuals track changes in their lifestyle such as exercising at home and limiting junk meal consumption. The app will help to motivate users, keep track of progress by family and friends’, and encourage them not to give up.UAE residents are being encouraged to visit the Star Atrium at The Dubai Mall between 1pm-9pm for the diabetes screening on 25 May. A team of nurses and medical experts

risk of diabetes. Mohamed Hammad, will be on hand to provide information Founder and Managing Director at and advice throughout. More Benchmark Middle East FZ-LLC, the information can be found at initiator of One Heart Health www.OHHC.me.Through our launch Community, said:Our approach aims event and online campaigns we are to educate people living in the UAE spreading the word to as many people about the importance of a healthy as possible that heart disease can be lifestyle.While we are all encouraged prevented if positive changes are made to lead active, healthy lives the in our daily lives, said Mohamed prevalence of heart-related illnesses in H a m m a d . A t a t i m e w h e n this country is astonishing and we cardiovascular diseases see more than want to show our family, friends and 15,000 out-patients treated in Dubai colleagues that simple steps can make alone, adopting healthier lifestyles has huge differences.According to the never been more important in the Wo r l d H e a l t h O rg a n i s a t i o n , region.One Heart Health Community cardiovascular disease claims the lives has partnered with Merck Serono of 17.1 million people every year. Middle and Near East,a recognised Reports have also found that diabetes biotechnology and pharmaceutical is the leading cause of heart disease in chemistry leader and the oldest the UAE.People from all walks of life pharmaceutical company with more in the UAE are affected by than 300 years’ experience. The c a r d i o v a s c u l a r d i s e a s e , a n d company aims to partner with the Benchmark Middle East, a Dubai- health care communities to create a based independent healthcare greater awareness about health communication agency, hopes the One campaigns.

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ONE HEART HEALTH COMMUNITY LAUNCHED TO FIGHT CARDIOVASCULAR

DISEASE IN UAENew drive to tackle world’s biggest single killer which accounts for a

quarter of UAE deaths

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: and volunteers of Al Noor Centre. wissquote Bank, a leading They are the real modern day heroes. provider of online financial A d d r e s s i n g t h e e n o r m o u s services, steps up to

a d d r e s s t h e g r o w i n g challenge of special needs children in the UAE by donating 10 computers to Al Noor Training Centre for Chi ldren wi th Spec ia l Needs.Special needs children are defined as children who requ i re as s i s t ance fo r disabilities that may be m e d i c a l , m e n t a l , o r psychological. People with autism, Down syndrome, dyslexia, blindness, ADHD, challenges of special needs children or cystic fibrosis, for example, may is part of our corporate social be considered to have special needs. responsibility. We hope that through Al Noor is a multi-departmental this small token, we could contribute centre which specializes in in achieving the mission of the therapeutic intervention to aid Centre.In addition Mr. Camara special needs children in developing added that the children are likely to their potential and integrate them appreciate the efficiency and i n t o t h e w i d e r convenience of online services to community.Representatives of conduct research and other Swissquote Bank headed by its academic activities and hopefully be CEO, Mr. Mario Camara, were attracted to coding-a skill highly warmly welcomed by the training sought after in the modern centre through its Fundraising economy.Online banking service is Manager, Ms. Tushara Abeysuriya. just one of Swissquote Bank’s wide The group was given a presentation range of online financial services. of the centre’s history and Swissquote Bank, in addition, offers milestones. After which they were its clients innovative solutions and guided around the centre to see the analysis tools to meet their wide facilities, meet teachers and interact range of demands and needs. With with students and volunteers.The two branches in UAE and a donation is part of the bank’s Category 4 license from the DFSA, corporate social responsibility Swissquote Bank provides Swiss (CSR) initiatives to promote savings and trading accounts and a deve lopmen t t ha t p rov ides multitude of financial trading opportunity for all members of p l a t fo rms .Swis squo te Bank society. The computers are intended believes in unleashing the creativity to further develop the students’ skills of each and every child to develop and abilities through computer aided their potentials, according to its learning as well as offer quick access CEO. The Bank is a concrete to informat ion through the example of an idea-turned-into-internet.Mr. Mario Camara, CEO of reality as it brings banking to a Swissquote Bank MEA Ltd said, whole new level, as it offers a broad ”We are glad to support the tireless spectrum of financial services, effort of teachers, administrators quick, safe and reliable all online.

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SWISSQUOTE BANK SUPPORTS CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS BY DONATING

COMPUTERS TO AL NOOR CENTER

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

R O H E , t h e l e a d i n g b a t h r o o m f i t t i n g s manufacturer, announced

the winners of its Dubai Design Series competition from the American University in Dubai (AUD) during a ceremony headed

the future generations of designers. We congratulate the winners and look forward to welcoming them to GROHE’s off ices for thei r internship.The competition titled ‘Cultural Relevance of a European Brand in the Middle East’, gave students the opportunity to develop a home spa using the GROHE GRANDERA® range. After weeks of interaction and discussion, the by Paul Flowers, Senior Vice judging panel selected three President of Design at GROHE AG students to receive a prestigious on the 18th of May.The competition summer internship at various is part of the GROHE Design Series, locations of GROHE, all expenses

a program launched by GROHE in paid for as the grand prize.Dr. Albert 2012 to encourage, support, and Fakhoury, Chair of the Department reward successful creative works by of Interior Design at American young university students in the University in Dubai commented: field of design. Introduced in “We would like to thank GROHE Lebanon and Turkey, the program is for selecting our university to bring designed to provide students with the first Design Series to the UAE. opportunities to challenge and The interactive sessions provided maximize their individual talents students the opportunity to use their w h i l e p r o m o t i n g l i f e l o n g university knowledge for a learning.Students from AUD had commerc ia l con tex t wh i l s t the chance to exchange ideas, design competing for internationally and develop a project with the help recognised internships.Professor of experts from GROHE to generate Annamaria Lambri, AUD Interior progressive contemporary design Design Department Competitions idea ideas.Investing in design leads Coordinator and Assistant Professor to the creation of added value and of Interior Design stated: “We strongly contributes to building strongly supported the Design sustainable competitive advantage” Series since it is a very high level stressed Paul Flowers while professional experience for our explaining the importance of design students, challenging them to and how it should be considered as improve life quality through the an integral part of the overall Design. We trust our student’s business strategy. “This competition innovative ideas, creativity and has been a great chance to work with passion: we are very proud of the future designers to understand their results.GROHE Design Series way of thinking and support the created a scenario for students to be future think-tanks of the region.Lina tested by tasking them with creating Varytimidou, Director of PR and solutions to issues faced by design Head of GROHE SPA, Middle East professionals on a daily basis. The and Africa added, “We are very competition was designed to pleased to have had the opportunity provide students with real world to collaborate with the AUD. The situations that engage and challenge work that the students have them to maximise their individual submitted has been truly inspiring talents and capabilities to succeed as and has instilled our confidence into young design professionals.

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AMERICAN UNIVERSITY IN DUBAI STUDENTS RECOGNIZED BY

INTERNATIONAL BRAND GROHE FOR THEIR DESIGN TALENTS

Paul Flowers congratulates GROHE Design Series winners from the American University in Dubai

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

aved Ahmad Ghamidi is a well-known Pakistani Muslim theologian, Q u r a n s c h o l a r a n d exegete, and educationist.

A former member of the J a m a a t - e - I s l a m i , w h o extended the work of his t u t o r , A m i n A h s a n Islahi,Ghamidi is the founder of Al-Mawrid Institute of Islamic Sciences and its sister organization Danish Sara. He became a member ofCouncil of Islamic Ideology on January 28, 2006 for a couple of years, aconstitutional body responsible for giving legal advice on Islamic issues to Pakistan Government and the Parliament. He has also taught at the Civil Services Academy from 1980 until 1991. He is running an intellectual movement similar to Wastiyya in Egypt on the popular electronic media of Pakistan. Ghamidi's discourse is primarily with the traditionalists on the one end andJamaat-e-Islami and its

seceding groups on the other. In Ghamidi’s arguments, there is no reference to the Western sources, human rights or current philosophies of crime and punishment. He comes to conclusions which are similar to those of Islamic modernists on the subject, but he never goes out of the traditional framework.

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MEETING WITH A GREAT SCHOLAR JAVED AHMAD GHAMIDI

along with Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui,Mohammad Iqbal,Nida Fatima,Sheikh Mohammad Bilal,Danish Kazi,Shahid Rehman and

Albert from SAMA TV

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: projects in production/manufacturing activities, which had ob-creating foreign investment in France” 2 0 1 3 , been falling since 2010, rose again in 2013 to 209 provides an analysis of the source, nature and enabling 514 decisions, compared with 194 in 2012. These breakdown of foreign job-creat ing jobs to be projects accounted for 11,829 jobs, or 40% of jobs

investments in France, as recorded by the Invest in c r ea t ed o r generated by foreign investment. Germany was the France Agency (IFA) and its regional partners. In r e t a i n e d . leading foreign investor in this area with 41 2013, job-creating foreign investment maintained Saudi Arabia p ro j ec t s , a ccoun t ing fo r 20% o f a l l its upward trend, with a stronger contribution to and the UAE production/manufacturing investments. There was employment than in 2012: France attracted 685 remained the a considerable increase in takeovers of ailing sites, new projects, compared with 693 in 2012. These l e a d i n g with 65 such projects compared with 29 in 2012, investment decisions enabled 29,631 jobs to be s o u r c e leading to a 50% rise in the number of jobs created or retained, up from 25,908 in 2012. The count ry in maintained. We are very pleased to see France results, announced by President Hollande on GCC, with 8 break a new record in 2013 for the number of GCC February 17th in Paris at a Strategic Attractiveness p r o j e c t s . investment decisions, especially in manufacturing Council meeting attended by around 35 foreign Other GCC activities and R&D operations, which have business leaders, highlight the resilience of c o u n t r i e s doubled from 2012 to 2013. This outstanding result France’s investment attractiveness in 2013 amid r e c o r d e d confirms the quality of France’s innovation slow economic growth in Europe. The United r i s e s , ecosystem, all thanks to the creativity of France’s States remained the leading source country, despite i n c l u d i n g talented individuals and the government’s bold the number of investment decisions falling from Qatar and Bahrain. Investment projects from GCC policies that are appreciated by foreign investors, 156 in 2012 to 122 in 2013, accounting for 18% of are mainly related to production activities commented Mr. Salim Saïfi, chief representative of all foreign investments. Europe was responsible (chemical industry, plastics, aeronautics) and Invest in France Agency in the Middle East.for 61% of new projects, compared with 58% the decision centers (primo-implantation).The previous year. Germany was again the leading structure of investment projects has increased European investor and second overall after the added value with the establishment of 2 R&D United States, with 106 projects. Italy remained the centers.The number of foreign investment projects second ranked European country, with 64 in R&D, engineering and design operations rose investment decisions. Several European source sharply from 58 in 2012 to reach an all-time high of countries saw their results increase significantly, 77 investment decisions in 2013. There was a 13% most notably the United Kingdom, Belgium, the increase in R&D projects (51), with the leading Netherlands, Sweden and Austria. The proportion investors hailing from the United States, Germany of projects from emerging economies continued to and Japan, accounting for 30%, 13% and 9%, grow, accounting for 11% of all foreign respectively, of foreign R&D investment. The investments, with 44 countries in all investing in digital sector, which spurs innovation across all France, up from 39 in 2012. China remained the industries, was the leading recipient of foreign eighth largest investor overall, with 33 projects, investment in France, as it has been since 2011.The preceded by Japan with 35. France continued to n u m b e r o f i n v e s t m e n t s i n attract investments from GCC with 13 investment

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FRANCE’S INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS HOLDS FIRM IN 2013.

GCC PROJECTS ROSE FROM 2012 BY 100 %

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: which includes Managing Partners SM International, a global from: Bahrain, Chad, Egypt, Iraq, network of independent Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kuwait, audit, tax and advisory firms, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Palestine,

will welcome Managing Partners and Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, and other attendees of their member firms UAE. In addition to these partners,

from 17 countries across the Middle RSM will East and Africa to the RSM MENA w e l c o m e R e g i o n a l C o n f e r e n c e . T h e guest firms conference will take place in Dubai f r o m from 21-22 May 2014 Among the Benin, and delegation will be several first-time M a l i . A attendees from Western Africa that highlight of will take part as guests of RSM t h e International.The delegation will conference discuss cross-border growth will be a opportunities for clients, business f o c u s o n development areas for RSM, and I s l a m i c attend technical workshops on topics F i n a n c e , such as Islamic finance for banking including a and insurance, Tourism, Hospitality presentatio& Leisure and services offerings in n on Sukuk Islamic bonds by keynote Dubai International Financial Centre speaker Mohammed Qassim Al Ali, (DIFC), risk advisory and cross- CEO of National Bonds PJSC, border qual i ty control . The Dubai. Dahman Awadh Dahman, conference will be particularly Managing Partner of RSM member significant this year as attendees will firm in U.A.E, RSM Dahman, added: be invited to a special celebration of We’re delighted to welcome more RSM’s 50th Anniversary.Jean representatives than ever to our Stephens, CEO of RSM, said: MENA conference this year, and “Cross-border referrals for MENA particularly look forward to greeting grew exponentially last year and we our first-time guests to Dubai. The look forward to building on this event will have a special feel this year success as the economies across the as our members celebrate the 50th reg ion deve lop , s t imula t ing anniversary of the network, and investment within and into the we’re proud to be part of an Middle East & Africa region.RSM international group with such close has a strong presence in the region, connections and heritage.evidenced by the list of attendees

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s part of its strategic objectives to develop and bolster the next generation

of business leaders, Tenmou, Bahrain’s First ‘Business Angels’ organisation, is gearing up to host the first MENA Angel Investors Summit at the Ritz Carlton Hotel on 1st June 2014.The event will be held in strategic partnership with the Economic Development Board (EDB). His Excellency Minister of Transportation and Acting CE of EDB, Kamal Bin Ahmed will inaugurate the summit. The concept of angel investing offers an excellent platform for regional and international investors to connect with high-potential innovative

in the MENA region.Hassan Haider, entrepreneurs from the region to

Chief Executive Officer of Tenmou, share experience and develop their

said: “Amongst our businesses, we investment portfolios. More than 25

f o c u s o n n u r t u r i n g t h e a n g e l i n v e s t o r s a n d 5 0

entrepreneurial spirit, a key for

development and growth. Our focus entrepreneurs from the Middle East, is on fostering an innovative North Africa, Europe and the US’ Bahrain, which has proven to an Silicon Valley are expected to excellent incubator for new participate in the event.Sami Jalal, business ideas and ventures. Chairman of Tenmou, commenting Organising the MENA Angel on the announcement said: “We are Investor Summit in partnership with committed to enhancing the start-up EDB will further bolster this experience for promising ventures, ecosystem and showcase Bahrain’s and are thrilled to see so many strengths to major investors from people wi th a pass ion for places such as Silicon Valley, entrepreneurship on board for the E u r o p e a n d t h e M E N A event. I would like to express my region.Launched in 2011, Tenmou, gratitude to our strategic partner the aims to support entrepreneurs with Economic Development Board for valuable business assistance, s u p p o r t i n g t h i s e x c l u s i v e including; financial investment, in i t ia t ive .According to His mentorship, advice and guidance. Excellency Kamal bin Ahmed, Tenmou recognizes that for many Minister of Transportation and e n t r e p r e n e u r s , m e n t o r s h i p Acting CE of EDB, this event programmes can be as valuable as provides a great opportunity for financial investments. Each project start-ups from Bahrain and the receives practical advice and region. Our strategic objective is to training from the company’s board support and encourage the members, who bring with them a development of the right platform wealth of business experience. for sharing knowledge and These training sessions expose the experience between both angel entrepreneurs to real business investors and venture capitalists. situations and are conducted in the W h i l e i m p o r t a n t n a t i o n a l form of workshops, on a regular institutions such as the Bahrain basis.Established with a start-up Development Bank (BDB) and capital of BD1 million (US$2.7 Ta m k e e n h a v e d e v e l o p e d million),Tenmou invests an average programmes to improve the of BD20,000 (US$53,000) for a availability of finance for local stake of on average 20% in each entrepreneurs, events such as the project that meets its criteria, and MENA Angel Investor Summit will will provide a three-month further enhance the already thriving mentorship period, including entrepreneurship ecosystem in support services, at no cost to the Bahrain and will help position the entrepreneurs.Kingdom as an entrepreneurial hub

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TENMOU GEARS UP TO HOST FIRST MENA ANGEL INVESTOR SUMMIT

Event to bolster the Kingdom’s thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem and position Bahrain as the entrepreneurial hub for

the MENA region

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: outlets within the next five ablez Food Company, the years.Shafeena Yusuff Ali, CEO, F & B a r m o f L u L u Tablez Food Company, said: Tablez International Group, has Food Company is continuously

announced a franchise agreement seeking to expand its portfolio by with Galito’s, a South African introducing world-class F&B c a s u a l d i n i n g r e s t a u r a n t brands that cater to the region’s chain.Galito’s offers authentic diverse culinary preferences. Our flame-grilled chicken cooked to choice of partners is backed by a perfection using fresh and natural ingredients. Since its inception in 1996 in South Africa, Galito’s has rapidly expanded i t s o p e r a t i o n s t o deve lop a s t rong market presence in the rest of Africa and Canada.The exclusive franchise agreement mandates Tablez Food Company (TFC) to develop the Galito’s b r a n d a c r o s s t h e Middle East, India and

profound unders tand ing of Sri Lanka.In the UAE, the Group is customer preferences, and we are actively looking at strategic confident that Gali to’s , an exceptional brand known for its healthy and delicious food options, will find a high uptake in the region.Louis Germishuys, CEO - Galito’s, said:We are excited to partner with Tablez Food Company, which has in-depth knowledge and experience of the region’s F&B scene and enjoys a significant international market presence. In our bid to provide customers with fresh made-to-order meals, we use the healthiest natural ingredients in our marinade and bastings at Galito’s. We look forward to bringing our customised meal options to the Middle East’s health-locations to open its outlets, and is conscious diners.Galito’s’ entry into set to launch its first restaurant in the the Middle East is rooted in its core country in the fourth quarter of vision to emerge as a global brand in 2014. TFC aims to invest over its category. The agreement with AED55 million towards the launch Tablez Food Company marks a of 15 outlets in the UAE within next significant step forward in its four years. In India, TFC plans to international expansion strategy.invest US$10 million to launch 10

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LULU INTERNATIONAL GROUP ACQUIRES MENA FRANCHISE OF GALITO’S FOR F&B

DIVISION TABLEZ

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: daily and UAE residents are being AE residents could break a encouraged to visit the Star Atrium Guinness World Records title between 1pm-9pm for Sunday’s for a new health initiative diabetes screening. At least 40 nursing

being launched next week in the fight stations will be distributed across the a g a i n s t c a r d i o v a s c u l a r atrium and a team of medical experts disease.Established to educate UAE will be on hand to provide information residents about heart related illnesses, and advice throughout. More communicate the common risk information can be found at

factors, and drive home the www.OHHC.me .Endorsed by importance of a healthy lifestyle, the Emirates Cardiac Society, the One Heart Health Community is screening event is launching an staging the record attempt next awareness campaign, aimed at Sunday (25 May) at The Dubai educa t ing peop le abou t t he Mall.Guinness World Records importance of a healthy lifestyle and representatives will be on hand to providing information and support for monitor the attempt as more than 80 how individuals can overcome the nurses perform simple blood sugar risk factors surrounding heart-related level tests on Mall-goers to determine illnesses in the UAE.The One Heart the presence or risk of diabetes.At Health Community is also looking to least 7,025 people will need to take attempt two other Guinness World part in the eight-hour screening to Records titles in the coming year for break the current Guinness World most blood pressure readings and Records title of ‘most blood glucose most cholesterol readings.We want to level tests - 8 hours'.We’re urging provide a direct personal experience UAE residents to turn out in force and through these screening events and support this new initiative to help initiate an interactive communication tackle cardiovascular disease, which with our target audience to ensure is the world’s biggest single killer and people are made aware about the accounts for a quarter of deaths in the importance of cardiovascular UAE,” said Mohamed Hammad, d i s e a s e , s a i d M o h a m e d Founder and Managing Director at Hammad.With smoking, stress, junk Benchmark Middle East FZ-LLC, the food and lack of exercise all playing initiator of One Heart Health key roles in creating the onset of heart Community.It would be a great disease in the UAE 15 years sooner achievement to break Guinness World than in the West, educating residents Records title here in Dubai, but our in the region is more important than primary focus is to spread the word to ever.One Heart Health Community as many people as possible that heart has partnered with Merck Serono disease can be prevented if positive Middle and Near East, a recognised changes are made in our daily biotechnology and pharmaceutical lives.The current world record is held chemistry leader and the oldest by the Turkish Diabetes Foundation, pharmaceutical company with more who screened 7,024 people over an than 300 years’ experience. The eight-hour period at an event at the company aims to partner with the Hidayet Türkoglu sports complex in health care communities to create a Istanbul, Turkey in 2012.The Dubai greater awareness about health Mall attracts around 200,000 people campaigns.

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NEW UAE HEALTH DRIVE AIMS FOR A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS TITLE

One Heart Health Community bids to screen 7,025 people in 8-hours to launch cardiovascular disease awareness campaign

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: certain that the simplicity and bu Dhabi Commercial efficiency of the ProCash platform Bank (ADCB) announces will undoubtedly impact ADF’s the implementation of a overall performance in a positive

new Cash Management mandate manner. ProCash has become an with Abu Dhabi Finance (ADF), a essential corporate banking portal leading home finance provider in that makes corporate internet the UAE, that will boost ADF’s banking both convenient and internal efficiency. As part of the fast.Chief Executive Officer of agreement, ADF will capitalise on ADF, Christopher Taylor said: ADCB’s experience to enhance its “Embedding this state of the art cash cash management system and will management system is an important employ ADCB’s ProCash service, a part of the continuous improvement state of the art cash management of our client service by ensuring platform.The new system will help accurate and efficient cash to streamline ADF’s wide range of management. We are working with electronic banking services, ADCB on areas such as cheque including for example, the on-site automation, electronic bulk printing of automated cheques. ADF payments and funds transfers. We has identified ADCB as one of its have also recently moved to the new preferred banks and by utilising the Central Bank Direct Debit System ProCash system ADF will ensure and this will give us an alternate accurate and efficient cash c o l l e c t i o n m e t h o d f o r management when servicing their r e p a y m e n t s . A D C B a l w a y s clients.Colin Fraser, Head of endeavours to offer its clients with Wholesale Banking Group at effective reliable and innovative ADCB, said: “We are honoured to solutions. The bank was recently be the bank of choice for ADF, ahead awarded the ‘Best Bank in the of other local and international Middle East for Cash Management’ financial institutions. We are by Global Finance and the ‘Best committed to provide the best Domestic Cash Management Bank solutions to our clients and ADCB in United Arab Emirates’ by the has invested in state of the art Cash Asian Banker Awards. These Management products and services. awards come as a testimony to Today, this relationship further ADCB’s leading-edge capabilities demonstrates the superior service to cater to the working capital needs that ProCash offers and we are of its clients.

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ADCB PARTNERS WITH ABU DHABI FINANCE

TO PROVIDE PREMIUM CASH MANAGEMENT SOLUTION

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: experience for vital careers in the he Commercial Bank of Dubai banking and finance sectors.This has signed a Memorandum of partnership with the Commercial Understanding with the Higher Bank of Dubai will result in

Colleges of Technology, as part of empowering our graduates with the CBD’s mandate to attract UAE nat ionals , and develop their skills to empower them to play a greater role in the banking sector.The MoU was signed by Dr. Saoud Al Mulla, Director of the Higher Col leges o f Technology and Yaqoob Yousuf Hassan, Deputy C h i e f E x e c u t i v e Commercial Bank of Dubai.Under the MoU, the bank will open an outlet in the Student Centre complex at HCT-

knowledge, skills and confidence to Dubai Men’s College (DMC). It will contribute effectively to the nation and be established with the aim of its growing economy, as well as to developing UAE nationals and reach their full potential and to preparing them for a rewarding career ultimately lead them to successful in the banking industry, as it will future careers,Dr. Al Mulla said.It is provide hands-on work experience also very pleasing to see the and professional training to DMC Commercial Bank of Dubai taking students, enhancing their employment proactive steps towards the training of prospects. Since its inception, young Emiratis, and we will give them Commercial Bank of Dubai has all necessary assistance to achieve considered Emiratisation as one of its these Emiratization goals,Dr. Al Mulla priorities and has continued its added.Also under the MoU, the bank mission-critical strategy of employing will pay the DMC an annual fee and developing the skill-sets of UAE towards the student financial aid. The nationals, said Yaqoob Yousuf Hassan, money will go to the Associated Deputy Chief Executive of the bank. Students Fund at the college.Besides As part of that commitment, we training the students, CBD outlet will continue with this collaboration which extend its full range of banking stems from both sides' desire to services and products to Students, develop skills and opportunities, and Staff and Alumni of DMC at train students for employment in the competitive rates.Other initiative financial services and banking sectors under the MoU include inviting and in Dubai, and specifically for sponsoring students to industry employment by CBD he added. CBD events, conferences and promotions, has a well-crafted Emiratisation wherever possible; offering work programme and its leadership role in placement, summer employment, job this area, within the country's banking s h a d o w i n g a n d p e r m a n e n t sector, has won it the UAE National employment opportunities;hosting on Resources Development Award the DMC campus, on occasion, 2013.Speaking at the MoU signing, international financial services and Dr. Saoud Al Mulla, Director of the banking professionals as guest Higher Colleges of Technology speakers; and giving access to CBD's praised the Commercial Bank of own training department and staff to Dubai for its initiatives to assist young help align the college programmes Emiratis gain valuable skills and with industry standards.

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COMMERCIAL BANK OF DUBAI SIGNS MOU WITH THE HIGHER COLLEGES OF

TECHNOLOGY

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: and a variety of fresh juices and ith the countdown to the refreshments. Occupying Sheikh 2014 FIFA World Cup Saeed Hall 3 at DWTC, The Majlis Brazil™ firmly underway, will also boast one of summer’s largest

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) indoor shisha lounges.Reservations has revealed its luxurious The Majlis concept will screen every minute of action f r o m t h i s summer’s South American show-piece.As one of c i ty’s largest f u l l y - c a t e r e d v e n u e s screening all 64 games of the F I F A tournament, the 1,000-capacity arena will show live for more than five guests in The Majlis action on multiple screens - from the incur a mandatory cover charge of opening match between hosts Brazil AED200 per table booking, while and Croatia in Sao Paulo on Thursday private seating for up to 12 guests 12 June, right through to the title carries a minimum spend of AED500 showdown at the iconic Maracana per table booking. Iftar is priced at Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday AED 140 per person with à la carte and 13 July.During the tournament’s final set menus priced at AED200 per fortnight and until the end of the Holy person available for Suhour. For more Month of Ramadan, The Majlis will be information or to make a reservation, transformed into one of Dubai’s most- call 04-308 6322.popular destinations for families and groups of friends marking Iftar and Suhour.We’re extremely excited about our refreshed offering at The Majlis,” said Ahmed Alkhaja, Senior Vice President Venues, DWTC. There will be no better place to absorb all the drama from Brazil in the heart of Dubai - the World Cup atmosphere will be electric.A spacious and relaxed setting fixed only yards away from Dubai’s leading indoor sports venue, Dubai Sports World, The Majlis menu features delectable Emirati and Middle Eastern fare prepared by DWTC’s award winning chefs, i n c l u d i n g j u i c y s h a w a r m a s , mouthwatering toffee date pudding

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BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE! CATCH WORLD CUP FEVER LIVE AT ‘THE MAJLIS’

Refreshed Dubai World Trade Centre Venue to Screen ALL the Games from Brazil

AUDIT AND ADVISORY FIRMS FROM 17 COUNTRIES OF THE MENA REGION TO

PARTICIPATE IN RSM REGIONAL CONFERENCE IN DUBAI

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

n line with its strategy to focus on developing value-added projects in Dubai, Deyaar Development

P J S C , t h e s e c o n d - l a r g e s t development company listed with the Dubai Financial Market, has inked a deal with Dubai Maritime City to acquire 70,226.53 sq feet of land located at the Marina District within the zone.The sales agreement outlining the deal was signed between Saeed Al Qatami, Chief Executive Officer at Deyaar, and His Excellency Khamis Juma Buamim, Chairman of Dubai Maritime City.The Marina District, one of the six distinctly purposed areas within Dubai Maritime City, includes a our partners in progress. Since the cluster of mixed utility spaces, as well Expo 2020 announcement, Dubai has as an impressive marina facility that is seen a jump in leisure maritime available for the charter and transit of activities.The Dubai Maritime Zone yachts. The district includes a dry aims to develop an infrastructure that boat storage hangar, and can can support and promote this sector. accommodate a transit system for We are confident that Deyaar will ferries. The Marina District has been h e l p u s t a k e t h i s v i s i o n conceptualised as a leisure and forward.Strategical ly located entertainment hub within the zone, between Port Rashid and DryDocks featuring a wide selection of World Dubai , Dubai Maritime City is restaurants, a 4-star hotel, waterfront connected by a causeway to the wider retail outlets, and other community road network, providing access to all amenities.Qatami said:The Dubai of Dubai’s principle expressways Maritime Zone is an exciting new including Sheikh Zayed Road.Deyaar prospect in the emirate’s real estate is well-positioned to play a pivotal landscape, and we are pleased to mark role in the development of the region's our presence there. The zone holds a property landscape. The developer unique character unlike other has recently announced its entry into developments in Dubai, and is all- the hospitality sector with the launch inclusive that raises its appeal as a of its new project, The Atria, a place to visit and live in. The plot is residential and hotel apartments well-positioned and will give us an development in Business Bay. A opportunity to build a beachside customer-focused, trusted and valued project, which is new to our portfolio. developer with in-depth market We look forward to building a quality i n t e l l i g e n c e a n d p r o p e r t y project that adds value to the Marina management expertise, Deyaar’s District, and the development as a unrivalled portfolio of property whole.His Excellency Buamim said: offerings and services has firmly “We have been attracting high interest conso l ida ted the company’s from top developers in the region, and pioneering status in the industry.are glad to welcome Deyaar as one of

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DEYAAR EXTENDS FOOTPRINT TO DUBAI MARITIME CITY

•Acquires Mixed-use Development Plot Spanning 70,226.53 Sq Feet in Marina District

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: commented: “Our sponsorship of the habi Commercial Bank ADIF reflects our commitment to (ADCB) is pleased to building further on the success of announce its participation as Abu Dhabi, highlighting the

a co-sponsor in the Abu Dhabi Emirates growth and increasing its Investment Forum (ADIF) on 21st appeal to top level policy makers May 2014 in London. The highly from across the globe. The Forum regarded forum is organized by the provides an opportunity for all Abu Institutional Investor in partnership Dhabi companies to showcase the with the Abu Dhabi Department of extensive trade and investment Economic Development. ADCB’s opportunities the Emirate has to offer Chief Executive Officer, Ala’a investors from Asia, Europe and the Eraiqat, will be attending the forum US, as well as those domestically, along with a number of Executive highlighting how both Abu Dhabi Management members.The ADIF and the region can maintain growth brings together a global audience of over the coming years.The banking heads of industry and business, sector has played a key role in money managers, institutional b o l s t e r i n g t h e e c o n o m i c investors and policy makers to hear development of the UAE. Banks about the wealth of investment have worked hard, and continue to opportunities Abu Dhabi has to offer work hard to help increase the to in te rna t iona l companies . investment opportunities in Abu Participants have the opportunity to Dhabi that are available to the global meet and hear from Abu Dhabi's key investment community. At ADCB, i n d u s t r y l e a d e r s , f i n a n c i a l we feel that it is fundamental for us to intermediaries and high-profile be able to demonstrate this on an government officials.Ala'a Eraiqat, i n t e r n a t i o n a l l e v e l . E r a i q a t Chief Executive Officer of ADCB, concluded.

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ADCB PARTICIPATES IN ABU DHABI INVESTMENT FORUM 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Economy to extend support to the aseba, a French business WIL Economic Forum.Apart from facilitation company with inspirational talks, panel discussions, on-the-ground presence in talk shows and keynote addresses, the

major cities across the Middle East, event will also witness the WIL Africa and Asia, today announced the Achievement Awards ceremony that 16th global edition of the Women in r e c o g n i z e s i n d i v i d u a l s a n d

institutions who h a v e s i g n i f i c a n t l y championed the cause of women empowerment. The forum will a l s o p r o v i d e participants with opportunities for networking and holding open b u s i n e s s meetings.Sophie Le Ray, Chief E x e c u t i v e O f f i c e r o f

Leadership (WIL) Economic Forum naseba, said:Women’s participation will be held in Dubai later this year has been proven time and again to under the patronage of the UAE provide added momentum to Ministry of Economy. Scheduled to economic growth at national and run from 19-20 November at Meydan global levels. The fact remains, Hotel, Dubai’s award-winning sports resort, the landmark event will gather key business and thought leaders from around the world to mull significant issues in women’s leadership and empowerment. The current edition will focus primarily on gender parity in business and the corporate world, as well as the promotion of economic development through female entrepreneurship. Under the broad spectrum of gender parity, topics of focus will include ‘womenomics’, diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategies, women shaping the future of investments, role of women in corporate governance, challenges faced by women in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, as well as the media’s however, that gender disparity looms role in positioning women in large as a challenge to the overall business, politics and leadership.The productivity at both micro and forum will also highlight potential macroeconomic levels.For a region b u s i n e s s a n d i n v e s t m e n t where SMEs comprise 95 per cent of

p r iva te en te rpr i ses , MENA has a negligible 2.5 per cent of women entrepreneurs to speak of, which is an issue that deserves urgent attention. As pioneers of change, the UAE aims to lead the w a y f o r w a r d t o comprehensive gender parity through leveraging p u b l i c - p r i v a t e partnership (PPP) in the region.She added:The WIL Economic Forum aims to engage some of the best brains in the opportunities, besides exploring

world to promote gender parity in the possibilities for government and workplace as well as to generate ideas private sector partnerships with a and p la t fo rms fo r women’s view to advancing economic empowerment at educational, o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r w o m e n . professional and entrepreneurial Additionally, it will examine the levels. We expect the forum to fast-important role of men as champions track the creation of economic of change. Hind Yousef AlYouha opportunities for women, particularly Director, Strategic Planning and in the MENA region where the Performance at the Ministry of p o t e n t i a l i s a s y e t u n d e r -Economy, said: “We feel extremely tapped.Interestingly, the body of proud that the UAE has been chosen sponsors for the forum comprises as the venue for this global event. It is entities that have successfully just one more affirmation of our incorporated gender parity at the nation’s culture and progress in corporate level with spectacular various fields, primarily with regard results, as well as successful to the empowerment of our women. multinational companies that support Women have been at the forefront of female entrepreneurship.Event the UAE’s educational, economic, s p o n s o r s i n c l u d e l e a d i n g social, political and cultural progress multinational business organizations and are today counted among the top Pfizer, Roche, Coca-Cola, AIG, business and thought leaders of the Fedex, London Business School and country.AlYouha added:Emirati APCO Worldwide.The 16th Global women have gone on to become Edition WIL Economic Forum will federal ministers, judges, CEOs, additionally serve as a platform to senior management professionals in explore opportunities for female diverse sectors and even emerged as corporate leadership in the light of international award winning athletes Dubai World Expo 2020 outing. The and sports persons. In fact, the UAE is WIL Forum series of initiatives has seen as a leader of women’s rights for been actively promoting economic the entire Arab world. Given this empowerment of women as well as progressive track record, it was diversity and inclusion in the imperative for the Ministry of workplace since its launch in 1999.

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WIL ECONOMIC FORUM TO UNITE 300 GLOBAL BUSINESS AND THOUGHT

LEADERS FOR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

lackBerry® 10 smartphone users can now calculate their Zakat on the go using the Zakat Fund app. The app includes a range of comprehensive services such as a Zakat Calculator, Fatawa, Zakat

Fund News and Zakat Deservers.Giving a portion of one's income to charity is one of the five pillars of Islam, and is considered especially beneficial during Ramadan. Given the religious role of Zakat and its crucial contribution to economic reform, the application aims to increase awareness of Zakat and establish the effectiveness of its purpose on the individual and society level for the benefit of needy, in accordance with Shari'a principles.The app is now available as a free download* on the BlackBerry® World™ storefront: http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/43346887 For more informat ion on BlackBerry, p lease v is i t us a t www.ae.blackberry.com or follow us @ www.facebook.com/BlackBerryME or www.twitter.com/ME_BlackBerry* Wireless charges may apply for downloads. Please check with your service provider.BlackBerry and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited. BlackBerry is not responsible for third-party products or services.

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CALCULATE YOUR ZAKAT ON YOUR BLACKBERRY 10 SMARTPHONE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

he Serbian community in Abu Dhabi gathered on Tuesday 20th May at Le Méridien Abu

Dhabi to raise funds and collect humanitarian goods for their home country, which has been devastated by floods in the past week.In the wake of the deplorable devastation, the Embassy of Serbia in the UAE, the Serbian Business Council of the UAE and Le Méridien Abu Dhabi Hotel made an emergency appeal to help those affected by the Serbian worst floods in the last 120 years. About 200 people from the community attended the charity event and AED 90,000 has been raised to assist in relief efforts. A any way we can” said Mr. Ognjen similar charity event was held in Sudzum, chairman of the Serbian Dubai the day before and AED Business Council in UAE.Etihad 110,000 has been collected.Mr. Milos Airlines and Air Serbia are also Perisic, Charge d’affaires of the contributing to the relief effort by air Serbian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, said freighting these donations free of the funds would help to provide charge.Mr. Nemo Acimovic, General immediate assistance for the Manager at Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, hundreds of thousands of people Serbian born said “It is great to see the displaced from their homes. The Serbian communi ty in UAE embassy has also collected around collecting funds in aid of the needy two tonnes of hygiene products, people in Serbia” Mr. Nemo diapers, baby food and bed linen from Acimovic is a founding member of UAE residents.Floods and landslides the newly formed Serbian Business in the Balkans have left more than 40 Council UAE and he will assist in people dead and forced over 500,000 promoting tourism and hospitality in to leave their homes. Numerous UAE and his birth place Serbia. The buildings are uninhabitable and much Serbian Business Council UAE will of Serbia is without electricity or hold its inaugural event on 19th June clean water. We’re far away from the 2014 at Le Méridien Abu Dhabi.devastation, but we want to help in

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HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE IN ABU DHABI FOR THE FLOOD IN SERBIA

Serbian community organizations collecting donations for flood victims

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE:

ospitality by Dubai World Trade Centre was named ‘Supplier of the Year’ at the

7th annual Middle East Event Awards, capping off a highly successfully 12 months for the company which saw it win a number of large event catering contracts, including the mega Dubai Airshow 2013.With a service team of more than 300 staff and close to 150 chefs

invest in our teams and facilities, from 19 countries, Hospitality by benchmarking ourselves against the Dubai World Trade Centre has seen highest international standards, to its major event catering credentials go ensure we deliver a world-class from strength to strength, having experience to both, organisers and the delivered end-to-end solutions for event as a whole,said Mohammed Al some of the region's highest-profile Jumairi, Vice President – Hospitality events, including the International by Dubai World Trade Centre.Dubai Test Cricket Series at Dubai Sports World Trade Centre, the MENASA City, the 16,000 person Nu Skin region’s largest venue operator and conference and the Yas Trackside event organiser, also posted a record Terrace at the Abu Dhabi Grand breaking year for 2013 with 2.2 Prix.This recognition is testament to million trade delegates and attendees Hospitality by Dubai World Trade visiting the growing calendar of Centre’s persistent efforts to raise the events, exhibitions and congresses – bar for major event catering in the marking the first time the figure has region. We continue to focus on the crossed the 2 million milestone.profile of each individual event,

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HOSPITALITY BY DWTC NAMED SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR