GCC markets were shaped by significant geopolitical shifts in the first half of 2025, with IPO proceeds declining 6% year-on-year to $3.4bln
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Dubai, UAE – Taraf, the real estate arm of Yas Holding, has appointed Al Firas General Contracting LLC as the main contractor for TERRA Golf Collection, its exclusive villa development nestled within Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), Dubai. TERRA Golf Collection is a gated enclave of 84 residences including six-bedroom standalone villas and townhouses spanning premium plots with unobstructed views across championship-level greens. Set to handover in Q2 2027, each thoughtfully designed residence will offer a harmonious balance of sophistication, space, and function featuring expansive layouts, smart home integration, and a private basement level perfectly suited for a gym, cinema, or entertainment space. Villas are also enhanced…
Abu Dhabi, UAE – EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, will debut its highly competitive, multi-domain portfolio of systems and solutions at the International Defence Industry Fair 2025 (IDEF 2025) in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye. Held from 22 to 27 July 2025 at the Istanbul Expo Center, the biennial event will set the stage for EDGE to showcase its profound understanding of modernisation requirements in the global security landscape, and strengthen its expanding network of defence partners across key markets. Miles Chambers, Senior Vice President – International Business at EDGE, said: “Conventional and asymmetric theatres are evolving,…
Riyadh – The Social Development Bank (SDB) has launched the “Education Financing” product, aimed at empowering students to pursue their post-secondary education through digital financing solutions. The product seeks to expand access to knowledge and provide financial support to ambitious students at the diploma, bachelor’s, and master’s levels. This initiative aligns with SDB’s efforts to enhance integration between educational and financial institutions via a unified digital platform. The platform enables students to submit applications and complete procedures quickly and easily through an integrated process that begins with academic and financial eligibility checks and ends with the direct disbursement of funds to…
Muscat. In alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and its commitment to promoting financial inclusion, Sohar Islamic – Sohar International Islamic Window – has announced the launch of its online Unified Transaction Banking Platform for its Wholesale Banking Clients. This platform offers Cash Management and Trade Finance solutions, serving as a comprehensive solution for corporate and institutional clients’ everyday banking needs. It provides convenient features such as auto reconciliation, supply chain finance, liquidity management, receivables management, digital trade finance, and payment processing. Incorporating global technology trends, these online unified transaction banking services align with the bank’s ongoing digitalization strategy. Mr. Fahad Akbar…
Chart-topping artists Joel Corry and Imanbek will headline SBC Summit 2025’s Opening Party at Urban Beach, Lisbon, on Tuesday, 16 September. The event will welcome thousands of industry professionals for an evening of high-energy networking and world-class entertainment at one of Lisbon’s hottest summer venues. Joel Corry will bring his signature blend of dance, UKG, and pop music that has earned him over 4 billion streams worldwide. The artist behind UK number one “Head & Heart” (featuring MNEK) and chart hit “Sorry” has collaborated with industry heavyweights Charli XCX, RAYE, David Guetta, and Tom Grennan. His debut album, “Another Friday Night,” was the highest-selling UK dance album of 2023. Corry’s talents have…
Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan began a field tour in Mafraq Governorate on Tuesday, starting with a visit to the Child Welfare Charitable Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan began a field tour in Mafraq Governorate on Tuesday, starting with a visit to the Child Welfare Charitable Home Page – Jordan News | Latest News from Jordan, MENA
The Eastern Military Zone successfully thwarted an infiltration and smuggling attempt early Tuesday within its area of responsibility, The Eastern Military Zone successfully thwarted an infiltration and smuggling attempt early Tuesday within its area of responsibility, Home Page – Jordan News | Latest News from Jordan, MENA
Secretary-General of the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, Hussein Al-Shubli, confirmed that there were no injuries among the drivers Secretary-General of the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, Hussein Al-Shubli, confirmed that there were no injuries among the drivers Home Page – Jordan News | Latest News from Jordan, MENA
Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan began a field tour in Mafraq Governorate on Tuesday, starting with a visit to the Charitable Child Care Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan began a field tour in Mafraq Governorate on Tuesday, starting with a visit to the Charitable Child Care Home Page – Jordan News | Latest News from Jordan, MENA