Qatar Development Bank is sponsoring small business forum

The Qatar Development Bank is sponsoring a forum March 8-10 it hopes will open opportunities for the county's small- and medium-size enterprises (SMEs). The Government Procurement and Contracting Conference & Exhibition, also called Moushtarayat, will create opportunities for SMEs to interact with investors, procurement firms, government officials and other stakeholders. Read More »

Oman Air deal means more flights between Bangkok and Muscat

Oman Air said it has inked a codeshare agreement with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) that will add flights between Bangkok and Muscat starting Monday. THAI President Charamporn Jotikasthira said the agreement will allow his airline to offer three round trip flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, while Oman Air will double its daily flights per week. Read More »

What You Can Buy

Located in Dubai's sought-after Sherlock Circus development, this stylish corner-unit apartment, listed at $558,094, boasts a spacious open floor plan with 2,022 square feet of living space and inviting living areas. The beautifully finished apartment has lovely combination living and dining areas, a well-equipped modern kitchen and a maid's room with a connected bath. Read More »

Forum to focus on transforming Saudi economy

Two thousand investors, businessmen, economists and those with an interest in the future of the Saudi economy will gather for the Gulf Competitiveness Forum on Jan. 24-26.The event has been held by the Saudi Arabia General Investment Authority since 2006. This year's theme is Competitive Sectors, emphasizing Saudi Arabia's interest in stimulating growth in markets outside of oil. Read More »

ALPS Coating establishes regional office in Bahrain

Automotive paint manufacturer ALPS Coating has established a Middle East regional office in Bahrain. The office opened Nov. 16 in the Kanoo Paint Center, a hub for the automotive paint industry. The new office will serve as a regional base for ALPS Coating as well as a technical training center. Executives from the Malaysia-based company attended the office's opening ceremony. Read More »

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