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Bahraini reporter snubbed in Iraq
Iraq's Foreign Minister and the Deputy Head of Mission in Bahrain have come under fire from local journalists and politicians for asking a Bahraini reporter to leave a conference room because of his newspaper's editorial stance, reported Gulf News. Abdullah Al Mannai, working for the pan-Arab Akhbar Al Khaleej, on Monday joined a group of journalists to cover a press conference held by Iraqi minister Hoshiyar Zebari. Al Mannai was informed by Ahmad Al Agha, Iraqi Deputy Head of Mission in Bahrain, that he was unwelcome at the gathering for representing a hostile newspaper. Akhbar Al Khaleej has sharply criticized the invasion of Iraq.
Iraq: Thursday, April 24 - 2008 at 07:44

I Witness launches in Dubai
I Witness has announced the launch of its specialised media relations company, which aims to provide professional media services to local, regional and international companies in the region. Based in Dubai, I Witness services include preparing press releases, organizing press conferences, writing reports, and contributing to building an institutional image of its client companies, the group said in a statement.
United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, April 23 - 2008 at 09:06

Sky News eyes Dubai
Sky News is seeking to establish a Gulf-based news bureau in the next 12 to 18 months which most likely be located in Dubai. The company is also thought to be considering Doha as its base, which is also the home of Al Jazeera.
United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, April 22 - 2008 at 09:20

Al Jazeera film fest opens today
The Fourth Annual Al Jazeera International Film Festival opens today at Doha Sheraton, reported The Peninsula. The three-day event will showcase about 90 documentary films selected by prominent figures from the documentary film world.
Qatar: Monday, April 21 - 2008 at 09:48

Gavin Anderson opens Abu Dhabi HQ
Gavin Anderson & Company has opened its regional headquarters of Gavin Anderson Middle East & North Africa in Abu Dhabi. Gavin Anderson has been active in the MENA region for over 10 years, working on a range of clients in banking and finance.
United Arab Emirates: Sunday, April 20 - 2008 at 10:32

Pinnacle PR opens in Dubai
International PR training company, Pinnacle PR has opened a Dubai office to service regional demand in public relations and communication skills. Located in Emirates Tower, the organization will provide PR courses in English and Arabic for topics which include media interview training, crisis communications, corporate responsibility, communications strategy development and media relations.
United Arab Emirates: Saturday, April 19 - 2008 at 15:51

Jordan to host first blogging summit
The first conference on blogging and social media in the Middle East will be held in Amman, Jordan on June 1, reported Gulf News. Iblog imedia will focus on the fast growing 'new media' markets in the region and on how companies and individuals can take advantage of this. The conference will feature expert international and Middle East-based speakers representing marketers, bloggers, media owners and entrepreneurs.
Jordan: Thursday, April 17 - 2008 at 08:45

Developers using more sophisticated marketing
Amid intensified competition in the Gulf's multi-billion dollar real estate sector, the region's leading players are increasingly launching sophisticated marketing campaigns, according to a Gulf Real Estate Study 2007 by Future Brand. The study said developers are using more than large billboards and newspaper wraparounds to promote their offerings, as multimedia campaigns linking television, radio, print and online advertising are creating more cohesive marketing programs.
Wednesday, April 16 - 2008 at 08:38