Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced a strategic partnership with Noqodi, a leading financial technology company and payments gateway owned by Emaratech Group. This collaboration aims to significantly improve the digital and electronic payment offerings available to SIB's corporate and individual business customers.
Month: January 2024
SCC approves draft response to Sultan Al Qasimi speech
The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) has approved a draft during its third meeting of the first regular session of the eleventh legislative chapter. This draft was submitted by a committee formed to respond to a speech made by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, during the opening session of the council.
Salem bin Abdulrahman attends Sharjah Tour starting gun shot
Sheikh Salem bin Abdulrahman, Chairman of Sharjah Ruler's Office, witnessed, Friday afternoon, the launch of the ninth Sharjah International Cycling Tour in its first stage, from in front of Sharjah Fort and Kalba Fort, a distance of 134.46 kilometers.
All arrangements have been completed for the launch of the major international event, which will be held in 5 stages over a distance of 503 km and will be accompanied by a local youth tour and a special race for people with disabilities.
UAE welcomes decisions of International Court of Justice to take provisional measures to protect Palestinians in Gaza Strip
The UAE welcomed the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) preliminary rulings on the Gaza Strip that demands to take provisional measures to protect the lives of civilians in Gaza, and to stop any statements or practices, and punish direct and public incitement to commit genocide against the Palestinian people in the Strip.
UAE delegation visits Emirati integrated field hospital in Gaza
An Emirati medical delegation visited the integrated field hospital established by the UAE in the Gaza Strip to support the health system there and provide the necessary medical treatment and first-aid services to the Palestinian people in the Strip.
COP28 Higher Committee meets to discuss game changing UAE-led global climate summit
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Higher Committee for COP28 UAE, convened members to discuss implementation of the UAE Consensus, delivery on commitments and pledges and to ensure continuity of the UAE's legacy.
EDGE to supply 200 unmanned helicopters to UAE Ministry of Defence
EDGE, a leading advanced technology and defence groups, has signed a landmark contract to supply 200 HT-100 and HT-750 unmanned helicopters to the UAE Ministry of Defence, as part of a milestone deal, which is the largest ever order for unmanned helicopter systems, to enhance their VTOL capabilities.
Khaled Al Ghaith assumes role as Secretary-General of Higher Committee of Human Fraternity
The Presidency of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity has approved the appointment of Ambassador Khaled Al Ghaith as Secretary-General of the Committee.
SEF 2024 to host over 30 expert-led workshops to upskill entrepreneurs
As the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) gears up for its 7th edition on 3rd-4th February 2024, it brings with it an exclusive lineup of more than 30 workshops designed to provide experiences curated to equip attendees with practical skills, knowledge, and inspiration.
Dubai to benefit from record 349 business event wins in 2023
Dubai further consolidated its status as a central hub for international business events in 2023, with the city winning a record 349 bids to host international conferences, congresses, meetings, and incentive travel programmes.
Driven by Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city's official convention bureau, the wins reflected a robust 49% increase in successful bids compared to 2022. These events captured in 2023 are set to attract over 191,000 international delegates.