The Qatar Ministry of Finance recently chose to initiate a new website to improve market transparency by announcing all of the future tenders that are part of the government. Links Group, one of the top suppliers of commercial facilitation and advisory services to Qatar, said the website will also assist with the public procurement process. The website will be operational in June. Read More »

Saudi Foreign Minister Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir and U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met recently in Washington to talk about regional issues involving Syria’s conflict, the military coalition led by Saudi Arabia in Yemen and joint counterterrorism work. Al-Jubeir emphasized that Saudi Arabia is a leader for security, peace and stability in the area. Read More »

Elian, which specializes in corporate and fund services and international finance, recently agreed to purchase SFM Europe, a top supplier of corporate services that has trillions of dollars worth of assets. The move will significantly broaden Elian’s basis in Europe. In addition, Bahrain's Two Seas Trust has rebranded itself as Elian Middle East. Read More »

PA Resources AB agreed to sell its North Sea assets to Oman-based Petrogas E&P. The assets, which make up 24 percent of PA Resources’ interest in license 12/06 based in Denmark, include the company’s exploration licenses for the UK, the Netherlands and Germany and the Broder Tuck and Lille John discoveries. The transaction is estimated to officially close in the first quarter. Read More »

Kuwait-based Boubyan Bank said it will soon provide contactless payment cards to its customers through a deal with Oberthur Technologies, a provider of embedded security software products, services and solutions for connection, authentication and payment purposes. The contactless payment cards will give bank customers a secure, quicker and more convenient shopping experience. Read More »

Oman-based telecommunications operator Omantel recently unveiled a new Internet protocol-based home broadcast service called Omantel TV+. The service will initially be available in areas that already offer fiber-optic coverage. Subscribers will be able to access more than 450 television channels from around the world, more than 1,100 movies and more than 3,500 TV series. Read More »

With the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) declaring 2016 as the "Year of Reading," Zayed University recently signed an agreement with Diglossia meant to strengthen its ongoing commitment to student success. Read More »

Located in Dubai's sought-after The Lofts development, this stunning duplex apartment boasts a spacious open floor plan with 1,413 square feet of living space, stylish architectural details and contemporary furnishings. The apartment features a large balcony, spacious living and dining areas and a tasteful modern kitchen with plentiful counter and cabinet storage space. Read More »

A one-bedroom apartment in the Azizi Residences at Al Furjan offers 820 square feet of living space, a study, a balcony with unique views, central air and a private garden. We Buy Your Property has listed the apartment for $225,703. Residents will enjoy the fact that this building is networked and that pets are allowed. There also is a shared pool and covered parking. Read More »

Ohood Al Roumi, director general of the UAE prime minister’s office, welcomed the participation of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry at this week's fourth World Government Summit. Al Roumi acknowledged that the chamber characterizes the solid relationship between the public and private and that the chamber backs the UAE as an international epicenter for trade and finance. Read More »

Research and publishing firm The Business Year (TBY) recently appointed Betul Cakaloglu as the new managing director for its Middle East operations. She will be tasked with overseeing its operations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Sharjah and Qatar. This includes managing TBY's government and partner relations, as well as expanding its coverage of the region. Read More »

Indian water infrastructure company Electrosteel Castings has set up a warehouse in Bahrain. The $6.6 million facility will serve as a regional hub for sales and distribution activities related to water projects in northern Middle East markets. Electrosteel, which produces ductile iron pipes and ancillary products, received support from the Bahrain Economic Development Board. Read More »

The National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) said that U.S. exports to the Middle East and North Africa region decreased in 2015. NUSACC said exports to the region are estimated at approximately $67.4 billion, a 5.6 percent decline from figures reported in 2014. While overall exports decreased, NUSACC said that exports to the UAE and Saudi Arabia saw an increase. Read More »

Estate Real Estate Management has listed a three-bedroom apartment in Arad for $822,086.The three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment features an open hall, a large living room and a fully outfitted kitchen with many cabinets for storage of appliances and utensils. Light-colored tiles flow throughout the apartment, helping it seem larger and more open. Covered parking is available. Read More »

GlassPoint Solar, a manufacturer of solar steam generators for the oil and gas industry, has enlisted the help of Sustainable Square Oman to devise a corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. Sustainable Square Oman, a CSR and sustainability consultancy firm, will offer GlassPoint guidance on programs that are expected to have the most positive impact for all stakeholders. Read More »

Qatar Airways recently unveiled a new global branding campaign based on connectivity. Known as "Going Places Together," the campaign encourages travel, with Qatar Airways passengers experiencing dedicated service and personal connections the moment they check in.Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker said the new brand represents a new era for the airline company. Read More »

Tibiaan Properties has listed a five-bedroom villa in Azaiba for $856,920. The villa features 4,951 square feet of living space with two sitting halls, a living room and a European-style open kitchen. In addition to five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, there is a full bathroom and two partial bathrooms. The villa also includes laundry and store rooms and a separate maid's room. Read More »

For financial services institutions, the cost of doing business in Bahrain is lower than in Dubai or Qatar, a recent KPMG report said. “We are honored to be part of this important initiative and to provide an independent overview of the financial sector in Bahrain, a critical sector in the local economy,” Jalil Al Aali, KPMG's head of financial services in Bahrain, said. Read More »

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corp. and the Abu Dhabi Transmission & Despatch Company have reached an electrical transmission agreement this week. This connection and interface agreement (C&IA) will enable the future Barakah Nuclear Power Plant to deliver electricity to the United Arab Emirates grid. The Barakah nuclear plant is expected to be completed in 2020. Read More »

Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairman Khalid Al Moayed greeted Special Envoy of the President of the Philippines Amable Aguiluz at BCCI offices in Bait Al Tijjar on Wednesday. During the visit, the group reflected on the healthy trade relationship between Bahrain and the Philippines and discussed how to improve bilateral trade between the countries. Read More »