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Al Tamimi reopens legal offices in Baghdad - pt 1
Legal firm Al Tamimi & Company continues its international expansion with the opening of an office in Baghdad. With the new office being headed up by two Arab women, Phil Blizzard talks to Nadia Salem, Legal Team Leader and Hadeel Hassan, Associate, Iraq office about the services they offer and the challenges faced.
Dubai Gold Securities and the case for gold
At the launch of the Dubai Gold Securities by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre and the World Gold Council Phil Blizzard talks to Marcus Grubb, MD, Investment Research & Marketing, World Gold Council, about the case for gold.
Dubai Gold Securities launched by DMCC
David Rutledge, CEO, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) talks to Phil Blizzard about the new Dubai Gold Securities (DGS) which are listed on NASDAQ Dubai. As a joint initiative of the World Gold Council and the DMCC investors are assured of a gold allocation when investing in the Shari'ah compliant DGS.
High returns with Emirates NBD Sukuk Fund
Haroon Ahmed, Head of Business Development, EIS talks to Phil Blizzard at the launch of the Emirates NBD Sukuk Fund on how sukuk compares with global bonds and the possibility of double digit returns.
Equity research offer from Dubai based Daman
Daman Securities has team up with Chicago based, independent, third-party equity researcher Morningstar to provide analysis of the UAE equity markets. Keith Reid, Director, Daman Securities, talks to Phil Blizzard about the new service.
Record sales for Dubai Duty Free
Despite the economic downturn Dubai Duty Free broke all sales records on Decemebr 20th with a special promotion to celebrate it's 25th anniversary. Phil Blizzard reports on the day and talks to George Horan, Deputy GM, Dubai Duty Free about their expansion at Terminal 3.
Palm Aviation takes off with Eclipse 500
The Eclipse 500 executive jet is a 'pocket rocket' which has a range of 1000 nautical miles and an altitude ceiling of 41000ft, which according to Captain David Ovey, Operations Director, Palm Aviation, Dubai makes it ideal for this part of the world.
'Rumours untrue' says Alabbar at DIFC Week
In an interview with Phil Blizzard, at DIFC Week, H.E. Mohammed Alabbar, Member, Dubai Executive Council, strongly denies the numerous rumours circulating with regards to the financial state of the emirate. He talks about the task force set up to tackle these challenging times and the way ahead.
Nasdaq Dubai and the rebranding of DIFX
Adena Friedman, Executive VP, Corporate Strategy & Global Data Products, NASDAQ OMX Group, talks to Phil Blizzard about the implications of the rebranding of the Dubai International Financial Excange.
Bahrain the 'Switzerland of the Gulf'
Bahrain was the first Gulf state to strike oil, but with reserves low the country has been diversifying its business infrastructure. Steve Harrison, Executive Director, Business Development, Bahrain Economic Development Board, explains to Rob Jones how the kingdom is looking to emerging markets to increase investments and attract new business.
Emirates half year profits nosedive
A massive 88% drop in profits over the first half of the current financial year, despite an increase growth in passenger numbers. We hear optimistic words from Tim Clark, President, Emirates whilst Phil Blizzard takes a look at their latest figures.
One Card payment for Middle East business
ONE Card is a Middle East multi-function e-payment gateway which provides services for merchants and traders through to airlines. Rami Araj, Business Development Manager, talks to Phil Blizzard about what ONE Card offers both business and individual users.
Buildan holding at Dubai World Central
Aviation, logistics and real estate at Dubai World Central are the core areas of investment and development for Buildan Development Limited. Launched by Daman Investments PSC, a private joint stock company in Dubai, CEO, Mr Shehab Gargash talks to Phil Blizzard about the new venture.
du Celebrates Spirit of Ramadan
With the theme 'Little Things Matter' the UAE's integrated telecom operator, du, is making a commitment to community involvement, in-line with the spirit of Ramadan. Farid Faraidooni explains to Phil Blizzard the various offerings for this Holy month.
Jet Airways start Dubai routes
India's commercial airline Jet Airways is to commence services to Dubai from both Mumbai and Delhi. Phil Blizzard talks to Abraham Joseph, Snr GM, Gulf, ME&A, Jet Airways about the service passengers can expect, expansion plans, as well as government restrictions in starting the new services, and also the special fares on offer,
