Zaid S. Al Khayyat, managing director of AKI, discusses how the group’s integrated healthcare platform—from diagnostics and pharmaceuticals to logistics and retail—is supporting the UAE’s ambition to become a global medical hub The post AKI’s Zaid Al Khayyat on building a connected healthcare ecosystem in the UAE appeared first on Gulf Business.
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Having previously teamed up on the doubles court, World No6 Jessica Pegula and US compatriot Desirae Krawczyk swapped forehands for fairways as they reunited for a fun evening at Topgolf Dubai ahead of this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The American duo took part in a precision-based challenge at Dubai’s futuristic driving range, combining sport, entertainment, and friendly competition – all set against the emirate’s striking skyline at Emirates Golf Club. Reflecting on the experience, No4 seed Pegula welcomed the opportunity to switch off for a while ahead of a demanding tournament week: “It was really nice to get a
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The DP World Tour has announced two new Managing Directors for its Middle East region, appointing Katherine Palethorpe and Freddie Schmeisser to lead commercial partnerships and tournaments respectively from April 6. The appointments reflect the continued growth and strategic importance of the Middle East within the DP World Tour’s global portfolio. The dual-leadership model strengthens dedicated focus across tournament delivery and commercial development, ensuring operational excellence and sustained partnership growth. Palethorpe will lead partnership strategy across the Middle East, focusing on long-term relationships, commercial i
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates- 17 February 2026: With nominations now open for the fifth edition of the World Police Summit Awards, the organising committee is inviting People of Determination (people with disabilities) from police and law enforcement agencies around the world to apply for the Excellence for People of Determination Award. The category recognises officers who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievement while overcoming personal and operational challenges, celebrating their resilience, commitment, and meaningful contributions to the security sector. The award stands among the summit’s most prominent categories, h
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30 experts from 22 countries convene to examine academia’s role in upholding truth, scientific integrity, and social accountability in a fragmented world Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 16 February 2026: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai hosted a landmark symposium titled “Academic Responsibility in a Fragmented World”. The event, held in partnership with the World Health Summit (WHS) and The Lancet, brought together global health leaders, academia, industry experts and regional stakeholders to deliberate on how academic institutions can serve as catalysts for social good. MAHE Dubai is the first campus in the GC
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Region’s leading science-focused ecosystem successfully drove knowledge-building and fostered partnerships at the World Health Expo The impactful event reinforced the UAE’s and Dubai’s role as an international platform for shaping advanced healthcare solutions Dubai, UAE, 16 February 2026: Dubai Science Park, the region’s leading science-focused hub, concluded its highly impactful participation at World Health Expo (WHX) 2026, held from 9 to 12 February at Dubai Exhibition Centre. During the event, Dubai Science Park successfully drove knowledge-building initiatives, fostered innovation, and facilitated crucial collaborations acr
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Dubai, UAE, February 16, 2026: British luxury home and lifestyle brand Christy hosted a curated brand experience in Dubai, marking a significant moment in its global journey. Envisioned as Luxury That Feels Like Home, the experience reflected Christy’s philosophy of comfort, craftsmanship and timeless product design. The experience was hosted at The Biltmore Hotel Villas, Al Barsha. Vanshika Goenka Misra, CEO, Christy, said, “The Middle East is a priority market for us. Our approach is centered on creating products that are refined, functional and designed to stand the test of time. We have partnered with Jumbo Group in the UAE, th
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Government of Dubai Media Office – 15 February 2026: The third day of Dubai Games 2026, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, concluded today with two Heats of the Battle of the Cities, featuring teams representing 56 global cities. The 2026 edition of the tournament is held in official partnership with DP World; Diamond Partnership with DAMAC, Beyond Developments and Emirates Petroleum Company (Emarat), and a Strategic Partnership with the Dubai Sports Council. Participa
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World No3 has barely had a chance to relax after winning in Melbourne, being bed-ridden during a short stopover in Dubai and then going straight back on court in Doha Dubai, UAE – 15 February 2026: It may be more than two weeks since Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open in Melbourne, yet such is the demanding schedule of modern-day tennis, the Kazakh star is hoping this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – her adopted home tournament in the city in which she has lived since 2024 – provides the chance to properly celebrate. The 26-year-old is balancing the demands of being the top seed at this week’s WTA 1000 tournament with a
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Students from Gulf Medical University secured first place, demonstrating exceptional pathology and laboratory medicine expertise Educational Institutions from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar participated in the inter-college quiz competition WHX Labs concludes today at Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2026: Final-year laboratory science students competed at the third edition of LabQ, an inter-university quiz competition held yesterday at WHX Labs. Students from Gulf Medical University won the top prize and were praised by the panel for demonstrating exceptional knowledge in pathology and laborator
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