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Abu Dhabi cements hub status with Media Summit
The debut Abu Dhabi Media Summit, created by the Abu Dhabi Media Company, attracted media speakers from East to West and reflects the emergence of Abu Dhabi as a global media hub. Phil Blizzard talks to Edward Borgerding, CEO, Abu Dhabi Media Company about the summit and what it means to be hosting such a key event.
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Chief Justice, Dubai International Financial Centre Courts
Sir Anthony Evans, Chief Justice, Dubai International Financial Centre Courts talks to Phil Blizzard on the workings of their judiciary the types of cases they litigate and the importance of arbitration in economic recovery.
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DuBiotech Park is open for business
Specializing in the business of biotechnology and with specific interests in the healthcare sector the Dubai Biotechnology & Research Park is now open. Dr Marco Baccanti, Executive Director, DuBiotech talks to Phil Blizzard about their aims, the type of companies they are attracting and what they will contribute to this sector of science and business.
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British Business Group in Dubai
The British Business Group (BBG) is one of the longest established organisations of its kind in the UAE. Mark Beer, Chairman & CEO, BBG, talks to Phil Blizzard about the groups activities, which range from forging strong business links between Dubai and the United Kingdom, to networking and social activities.
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DIFC signs MoU with Luxembourg For Finance
Luxembourg which is considered a financial gateway into the European Union has signed a MoU with the Dubai International Financial Centre to promote cooperation and industry development. Phil Blizzard talks to H.E. Luc Frieden, Minister of Finance, Luxembourg about the key aspects of the MoU and what the Grand Duchy offers in asset management.
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World's tallest hotel now open in Dubai
The world's tallest stand-alone hotel is located in the business district of Dubai. Phil Blizzard previews the Rose Rayhaan by Rotana ahead of its opening, talking to the hotel's GM Daniel Mathew about the 72 floor, 333m tall property and what the Rotana's alcohol free brand will offer.
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Centro a business focused hotel brand launched by Rotana
Philippe Anric, GM, Centro Hotels by Rotana talks to Phil Blizzard, at the Centro, Yas Island, about the newly introduced brand from Rotana which is offering a simplistic and contemporary hotel aimed at the business and budget conscious traveller.
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A brief look at the DIFC Courts
Mark Beer, Registrar, DIFC, guides AMEinfo.com through the setting up and functions of the courts at the Dubai International Financial Centre and the services they offer. He talks, in general terms, to Phil Blizzard about the type of cases which come to court - from small claims to large corporate disputes.
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Hublot: Spend and market your way through the downturn
An aggressive approach to marketing and development has enabled luxury Swiss watchmaker Hublot to ride the current economic downturn. Jean-Claude Biver, CEO, Hublot, talks to Phil Blizzard at 'Leaders in Luxury', Dubai about their philosophy and on the positioning of the market in the Middle East.
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DTTAG assists agents in Dubai travel sector
Dubai Tour and Travel Agents Group is an organisation which aims to equip their members to be world class in the travel and tourism services they offer. Phil Blizzard speaks with Leo Fewtrell, GM, DTTAG about their mission and objectives.
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Jaguar Land Rover - Middle East an important market
In March 2008 the Ford Motor Company handed over the keys of its luxury British brands, Jaguar and Land Rover, to Indian conglomerate Tata. Phil Blizzard talks to Robin Colgan, MD, Jaguar Land Rover - ME & Africa, about the significance of this change of ownership, how the group is riding the global recession and the importance of the Middle East market.
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Emirates airline rewards business
Emirates are going that extra mile to help SME's not only across the region, but beyond. Phil Blizzard talks with Theunis Potgieter, VP, E-Commerce, Emirates about the Business Rewards, the benefits and how to participate.
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Diversification from oil key for GCC growth
In part two of AME Info's interview with Masood Ahmed, Director, Middle East and Central Asia region at the IMF, we look at how the countries that diversified most away from oil are looking healthiest in the current economic turmoil. (Please note due to a microphone failure, the sound quality for questions is not to our usual standards.)
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IMF cautiously optimistic on Gulf economics
The International Monetary Fund has released its Spring 2009 economics report looking at the Middle East and Central Asia, and it paints a relatively healthy picture for the region when compared to other parts of the world. While GDP is sliding, Masood Ahmed, Director for the region at the IMF, believes government policies of spending reserves has bolstered GCC economies and had a positive impact on neighbouring countries. Rob Jones reports. (Please note due to a microphone failure, the sound quality for questions is not to our usual standards.)
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Mashreq and China Unionpay launch business relationship
Mashreq, the largest private bank in the UAE, have signed a new business model of cooperation with China's sole national bankcard association, China Unionpay. Phil Blizzard reports on the signing ceremony and looks at the new services being offered.
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