Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, today announced its latest strategic plans to launch its first data centers in Brazil, France, and the Netherlands, with additional data centers to be added in Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Dubai in the coming year. Revealed at the company’s annual flagship technology conference Apsara Conference 2025, the strategic expansion will also see the set up of new regional service centers in Indonesia and Germany to provide round-the-clock, multi-language customer supports. Alibaba Cloud currently operates 91 availability zones in 29 regions globally. Dr. Feifei Li, President of International Business and SVP of Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group, said “AI is revolutionizing not only technology, but also the very foundation of…
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Abu Dhabi, UAE – EMSTEEL Group (ADX: EMSTEEL), one of the region’s largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers, today announced the launch of TrueGreen™, a strategic sustainability identity that unifies its decades of decarbonisation initiatives. This new identity establishes industry standards for transparency and accountability in sustainable steel production. The launch follows a series of recent milestones, including becoming the first company in MENA to earn ResponsibleSteel™ certification and launching the world’s first pilot of electric process gas heaters in the steelmaking industry. These achievements build upon a long-standing history at the forefront of industrial decarbonisation, from its pioneering CCUS Project…
Amman, Jordan – Jordan and Qatar have formed a strategic tourism partnership to tap into the growing Japanese market by offering visitors a dual-destination stopover and cultural experiences. This was announced at the recently concluded mobile exhibition organised by Jordan Tourism Board in Tokyo and Osaka. In addition to governmental entities, the Jordanian Embassy in Tokyo, destination managers, investment companies and private sector tourism leaders from Jordan, the roadshow was attended by representatives of Visit Qatar and Qatar Airways. The objective was to highlight the collaborative efforts to enhance the status of Jordan and Qatar as the go-to tourism destinations by…
Dubai, UAE: Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Dubai Knowledge Park, and Dubai International Academic City showcased Dubai’s higher education offering at the recently concluded European Association for International Education (EAIE) Conference and Exhibition in Sweden as part of the Study Dubai stand. The EAIE Conference and Exhibition is Europe’s leading international education conference that unites global higher education professionals for networking, learning, and partnership opportunities. Alongside KHDA, Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai International Academic City – which together comprise the Education Cluster of TECOM Group PJSC – participated in EAIE 2025, held in Gothenburg on 9-12 September, reinforcing their…
Abu Dhabi, The fourth edition of the Young Arab Pioneers initiative in Abu Dhabi, running until 19 September, featured a dynamic program combining hands-on training, knowledge exchange, and exposure to successful institutional models. The initiative included specialised workshops, interactive sessions, youth circles, and field visits, offering young participants practical opportunities to learn, network, and engage with leading educational and community institutions in the UAE. Supporting the third sector Participants of the initiative visited the Athar+ Center, affiliated with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an in Abu Dhabi, where they learned about the initiatives led by the center to support the…
SINGAPORE–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– JTB Corp. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Eijiro Yamakita), Japan’s leading travel solution provider, today announces the establishment of a branch office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), as part of its strategic expansion of B2B travel solution business. The new Dubai branch will officially commence operations in January 2026. Dubai, UAE serves as a pivotal hub in the rapidly growing Middle East economy, witnessing an accelerating influx of global corporations. This dynamic business environment presents robust demand for diverse corporate activities. Additionally, the region hosts a substantial population of high-net-worth travelers with strong interest in Japan,…
Abu Dhabi, UAE – EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, will demonstrate its latest multi-domain capabilities at Partner 2025, the international defence exhibition taking place from 23 to 26 September in Belgrade, Serbia. This marks EDGE’s debut at the exhibition and underlines the group’s expanding strategic focus on the Balkans and the broader Central and Eastern European markets. The biennial event, supported by Serbia’s Ministry of Defence, will bring together high-level delegations, senior government officials, and representatives from NATO, the European Defence Agency, and other international defence and security organisations to explore the latest innovations in…
Dubai, UAE – HONOR, global leading AI device ecosystem company, announced its participation at GITEX Global 2025, where it will showcase its latest AI-powered ecosystem of devices and reaffirm its commitment to the UAE’s fast-evolving digital landscape. In its 45th edition, GITEX Global stands as the world’s largest tech, AI & startup show, bringing together global innovators, industry leaders, and tech specialists for five days from 13th to 17th October. The event will host over 200,000 technology executives, welcome participants from more than 180 countries, and feature 6,500+ companies alongside 400+ government entities. Covering everything from AI and sustainability to cybersecurity and…
Dubai, UAE – CASHPLUS, a leading Moroccan fintech and financial services provider, today announced a strategic partnership with PayPal, the global digital payments platform. The collaboration introduces a faster, simpler, and fully digital solution for Moroccan users to withdraw their PayPal funds in local currency. Through the partnership, PayPal users in Morocco can instantly withdraw their balances in Moroccan Dirhams (MAD) via the CASHPLUS Mobile app, with no need for branch visits, paperwork, or intermediaries. This exclusive feature makes CASHPLUS the only provider in Morocco to offer digital PayPal withdrawals, enabling freelancers, entrepreneurs, creators, and e-commerce sellers in the country, a frictionless…
Abu Dhabi: Apave Group, a global leader in risk management with over 150 years of experience, is proud to announce the inauguration of its new, advanced testing laboratory in Abu Dhabi. This new facility marks a significant expansion of the group’s capabilities and reaffirms its commitment to the UAE market. Led by Mr. Philippe Maillard, Apave Group CEO, and Mr. Muffakham Shareef, Managing Director of Apave-Lonestar, nearly 120 guests attended the inauguration of the new facility. Some had the opportunity to tour the advanced laboratory, before exploring thematic stands highlighting Lonestar’s and Apave’s expertise. From geotechnics and topography to civil construction,…