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2 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
Alliance of Four Major Qatari Companies Signs Strategic Agreement with Chinese Automotive Giant Chery
Doha, Qatar: A powerful alliance of four leading Qatari companies has signed a strategic agreement with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., one of China's largest and most innovative automotive manufacturers, to expand Chery's presence in the global automotive market through a new Qatari-led platform. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Alliance of Four Major Qatari Companies Signs Strategic Agreement with Chinese Automotive Giant Chery (Photo: AETOSWire) The alliance includes: Power International Holding Dishley Holding Elite Motors Limited Elaf Motors Chery Automobile was represented at the signing by Mr. Tim Zhang, General Manager – Middle East. The agreement was signed in the presence of senior leadership from both sides. Mr. Mohamad Al Khayyat, representative of the Qatari alliance, stated: 'This alliance represents one of the most important partnerships in the regional automotive sector. Through our collaboration with Chery, we are establishing an advanced business model built on effective partnership.' Mr. Tim Zhang, Chery Automobile General Manager – Middle East, commented: 'We are proud to join forces with this strong Qatari alliance. This agreement is not only a gateway to a promising market but also a platform to drive innovation and deliver high-quality mobility solutions to the region. We see Qatar as an ideal partner for Chery's next phase of global growth.' Mr. Abdulghani Abdullah Abdulghani, Elite Motors, added: 'We see this partnership as a strategic opportunity to create real impact in the automotive sector. By uniting local expertise with a global brand like Chery, Mr. Isam El Bashier, Elaf Auto Managing Director, affirmed: 'This agreement marks a pivotal step for our alliance and the region's automotive future. By partnering with Chery, we are combining global innovation with local strength to deliver a new standard of mobility. This collaboration sets the stage for long-term impact, industry transformation, and sustained excellence.' The Qatari alliance representatives emphasized that the agreement serves as a launchpad for a strategic venture poised to reshape the automotive industry in the region. For more information, please visit: *Distributed by: AETOSWire View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Health
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Ghana's Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti Wins Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025 Worth USD 250,000
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Nurse Naomi Ohene Oti from Ghana has been named the winner of the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025, selected from 100,000 applications from 199 countries. An Oncology Nurse Specialist and Head of Nursing at the National Radiotherapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, she was recognised with USD 250,000 at a prestigious ceremony held in Dubai, UAE. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Nurse Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti from Ghana – Winner of Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025 (Photo: AETOSWire) The Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award was launched in 2021 to recognize the invaluable role of nurses in healthcare. The award was presented by His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, UAE in presence of Dr Azad Moopen and Alisha Moopen. During this year's ceremony, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the WHO, shared a special message applauding Aster's effort in putting a spotlight on the contributions of nurses worldwide. Nurse Naomi Ohene Oti said, 'For over two decades, I've witnessed the inequities in cancer care firsthand and dedicated myself to closing these gaps through training, outreach, and system-level change. This award will help amplify our impact – scaling training, building faculty, and inspiring the next generation of oncology nurses across Africa.' Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chaiman, Aster DM Healthcare stated, 'Nurse Naomi Ohene Oti has redefined what it means to be a nurse – not just as a caregiver but as an innovator, leader, and changemaker. Her contributions uplift not only patients but the entire healthcare ecosystem, setting a gold standard for others to follow. Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO, Aster DM Healthcare added, 'Naomi Ohene Oti's story is a powerful reminder of the quiet heroism that unfolds every day in hospitals, clinics, and communities across the world. We are incredibly proud to shine a global spotlight on her work, and through her, honour the millions of nurses who keep healthcare systems running and humanity thriving.' About Aster DM Healthcare: Founded in 1987 by Dr. Azad Moopen, Aster DM Healthcare is a leading integrated healthcare provider, with a strong presence across seven countries. Aster is committed to the vision of providing accessible and high-quality healthcare, from primary to quaternary services, with its promise of 'We will treat you well'. Source: AETOSWire View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Manufacture the Future: UAE Accelerates Industrial Growth with Record Jobs, Exports, and Global Market Access
By Business Wire Published on May 21, 2025, 11:48 IST Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates opened the fourth edition of Make it in the Emirates, its flagship industrial platform, signaling a bold leap forward in its ambition to become one of the world's leading manufacturing and technology-driven economies. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology (Photo: AETOSWire) Held under the theme 'Advanced Industries. Accelerated', the four-day event brings together more than 700 exhibitors and over 50,000 registered participants, unveiling a suite of investments and strategic agreements to strengthen the UAE's industrial competitiveness under the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology. In his opening address, His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to building future industries rooted in resilience, innovation, and global competitiveness. 'With the foresight of our leadership, we are building an inclusive, diversified, and sustainable economy. The future is Made in the UAE,' said HE Dr. Al Jaber. Make it in the Emirates 2025 builds on over USD 45.8 billion in confirmed offtake agreements linked to over 4,800 products across 12 priority sectors, including aerospace, clean energy, agritech, and advanced electronics. It also marks the launch of a USD 272 million Emirates Growth Fund to support tech-driven and SME-led industrial expansion, alongside USD 4.08 billion in competitive financing from the UAE's leading banks. The 2025 edition comes amid rising global demand for high-tech, sustainable, and localized manufacturing. Since its launch in 2021, Make it in the Emirates has become a central force behind the UAE's industrial transformation. Industrial exports reached USD 53.7 billion in 2024 — a 68% increase compared to 2020 — while the sector's GDP contribution rose to USD 57.3 billion. Through the National In-Country Value (ICV) Program, over USD 94.5 billion has been redirected into the national economy, facilitating more than 22,000 private-sector jobs for Emiratis. In parallel, the UAE's foreign trade surpassed USD 1.36 trillion last year, reinforcing the country's growing role as a strategic hub connecting global markets. Make it in the Emirates 2025 is the platform's most expansive edition yet. It offers global investors and manufacturers a direct gateway into one of the world's most strategically positioned and future-focused economies. Source: AETOSWire View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Business Wire is an American company that disseminates full-text press releases from thousands of companies and organizations worldwide to news media, financial markets, disclosure systems, investors, information web sites, databases, bloggers, social networks and other audiences.
Business Upturn
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Ruler Attends Signing of MoU Between Ras Al Khaimah and Miami to Enhance Cooperation Across Sectors
Ras al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates: HH Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi: 'We look forward to building a dynamic partnership that reflects our shared values and ambitious visions for the future.' City planning and public security, business promotion and tourism, sustainable development and Smart City technology among areas covered by agreement. His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ras Al Khaimah and Miami, Florida, with a view to strengthening and promoting exchange and cooperation across a number of sectors of mutual interest. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Ras Al Khaimah Ruler attends signing of MoU between Ras Al Khaimah and Miami to enhance cooperation across sectors (Photo: AETOSWire) The agreement was signed by Senior Advisor to HH Sheikh Saud, His Excellency Mohammed Hassan Omran Alshamsi, and the Mayor of Miami, Francis Suarez. HH Sheikh Saud said: 'This agreement marks the beginning of a new era of collaboration for Ras Al Khaimah and Miami, though it is a continuation of the long-standing friendship and strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the United States. By encouraging greater collaboration and exchange, we open new pathways for innovation, investment and cultural dialogue. We look forward to building a dynamic partnership that reflects our shared values and ambitious visions for the future.' Through the MoU, Ras Al Khaimah and Miami intend to establish a cooperative relationship across several sectors and areas of mutual interest, including city planning and public security, business promotion and tourism, Smart City technology, innovation and start-ups and sustainable development, in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. During the meeting, discussions also focused on enhancing economic, trade and investment ties, as well as the many existing US companies based in Ras Al Khaimah, such as Hilton, Guardian Glass and Caresoft Global. HH Sheikh Saud also highlighted the Emirate's vibrant economic landscape and the investment opportunities it offers to support business growth and innovation. Mayor Suarez expressed his sincere appreciation to HH Sheikh Saud for the warm hospitality, praising the strong ties between the UAE and the US and an agreement that will mark an exciting new chapter in relations between Ras Al Khaimah and one of the US's most prominent cities. Source: AETOSWire View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Web Release
20-05-2025
- Business
- Web Release
IDCentriq to Unveil Next-Generation Palm-Vein Authentication at Seamless Middle East 2025
IDCentriq, a global leader in advanced biometric authentication technologies, has announced its participation as an official sponsor at Seamless Middle East 2025, taking place from 20 to 22 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The company will debut its cutting-edge ePalm Palm-Vein Identification Technology, a transformative innovation in secure, contactless identity verification, engineered specifically for the needs of the government and financial services sectors. 'At IDCentriq, we envision a future where identity is frictionless, biometric, and secure,' said Eng. Muhanad Azzeh, Executive Chairman and CEO of IDCentriq. 'Our ePalm technology is not only fast and precise, but it also protects personal data at the highest levels – and we are proud to introduce it at one of the most prestigious technology events in the region.' As part of its global growth strategy, IDCentriq will also announce the deployment of its biometric identity and payment platforms in various regions, including the GCC, the Middle East, and Africa. These nationwide rollouts represent a major milestone in the company's mission to deliver scalable, secure solutions across diverse markets in the MENA and African regions. Ali AlMeshal, CEO of PaymentsCo for the GCC, a subsidiary of IDCentriq, highlighted the significant payment opportunities presented by the company's groundbreaking ePalm technology. 'The integration of palm-vein biometric authentication into our payment solutions is a game-changer for the financial industry. It enhances security while streamlining the user experience, making transactions seamless and more trustworthy. As we move towards a cashless society, adopting technologies like ePalm will be crucial in fostering consumer confidence and driving growth in the digital payments landscape across the GCC,' he stated. 'Seamless Middle East 2025 is a powerful platform for connecting with policymakers, banking leaders, and digital innovators,' said Corey Bowlby, Chief Product & Technology Officer. 'We look forward to showcasing how ePalm can empower trusted digital services across borders, at national and institutional scale.' Attendees can visit IDCentriq at Hall 5, Stand H5-B30 to experience live demonstrations of the ePalm system and explore its integration potential across government portals, banking systems, and secure access control environments. Source: AETOSWire
