Riyadh is set to host 2016’s Euromoney Saudi Arabia Conference on Tuesday and Wednesday to tackle the changing global financial landscape and strive toward a more sustainable future for participants as Saudi Arabia aims to reduce its dependence on oil. Tourism, real estate and investment will be among topics as participants consider the kingdom’s changing investment strategies. Read More »

Seeking to promote commerce in Africa, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry is embarking on a five-day trade mission on Monday to Mozambique and South Africa. Dubai Chamber Chairman Majid Saif Al Ghurair will take the lead alongside Chamber President and CEO Hamad Buamim, who said the undertaking represents the chamber’s strong commitment to exploring new markets. Read More »

Alfardan Properties recently was honored for sustainability design practices and for its support of Tarsheed, Qatar's national program for conservation and energy efficiency, for its Al Gassar Resort. Qatar Prime Minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani presented the firm with the first-place prize in the Tarsheed Conserving Building Competition residential category. Read More »

Bronze Touch Properties has listed a large villa in Saraya at $716,313. The 4,090-square-foot home offers six bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a maid’s room and two kitchens. In addition to the large amount of living space, residents will enjoy the pool that is on site. Covered parking for two vehicles is assigned to this villa. Read More »

A large villa in Shatti Al-Qurum is being listed for $1.29 million. This large villa is perfect for a growing family, with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The 7,674-square-foot villa has plenty of room for family members. The villa features a fully outfitted kitchen with cabinets above the stove and lower cabinets around the room. Read More »

Qatar First Bank (QFB), a Shariah-compliant bank, has been named 2016’s 'Best Up-and-Coming Islamic Financial Institution' by 'Global Finance' magazine. Read More »

Knight Therapeutics Inc. of Quebec has inked an exclusive contract with Middle Eastern company EMPA Healthcare LLC to market Neuragen, a natural topical pain reliever for sufferers of peripheral neuropathy, Knight announced recently from Montreal. Read More »

Helping local businesses understand cybercrime regulations, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently sponsored a workshop to study and assess the legalities pertaining to branding and business identity via its own 'ENGAGE Dubai' program. Read More »

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has teamed up with IBM to launch the DubaiStartupHub (DSH), an online platform on IBM Cloud. Read More »

KidzMondo Doha, Qatar's mini edutainment city, has partnered with LBDI Holding - Mister Pizza and Crepe & More to add food offerings to the place designed just for kids. Read More »

Qatar recently donated $50 million to the Lives and Livelihoods Fund, which is a development initiative dedicated to helping the poorest Muslim countries in the world. Read More »

The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry recently hosted the 48th board meeting of the Federation of GCC Chambers (FGCCC), in partnership with the R.A.K. Chamber. Read More »

Kratos ISE has successfully finished the Critical Design Review (CDR) for its Advanced Space Radio Monitoring System (ASRMS). Read More »

A recent meeting between Bahraini leaders focused on developing the partnership between the public and private regions and working together to ignite the ICT sector within the country. Read More »

Seven local high school students were recently named winners of the Lauren Brown Memorial Scholarship by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC). Read More »

Oil production is back to normal rates since the conclusion of the oil industry strike, according to the oil sector spokesman, Talal Al-Sabah. Read More »

The inaugural Saudi Concrete Conference will be organized by the National Subcommittee for Ready-mix Concrete at the Council of Saudi Chambers (CSC). Read More »

International and local experts gathered to discuss workplace innovation and happiness at the Ideas Arabia 11th International Conference, which was held this week. Read More »