UN confirms top us Middle East diplomat to take UN post
The United Nations confirmed on Monday that Jeffrey Feltman, until recently the top U.S. diplomat for the Middle East, will soon take up a senior post at the United Nations.
June 12, 2012 11:11
China’s Wen says opposes nuclear weapons in Middle East
Iran is at the centre of a standoff over its disputed nuclear programme, which the West suspects is aimed at developing nuclear weapons. Iran says its aim is the peaceful production of electricity.
June 6, 2012 7:21
Nations must talk to halt “cyber terrorism”
Eugene Kaspersky, whose lab discovered the Flame virus that has attacked computers in Iran and elsewhere in the Middle East, said on Wednesday only a global effort could stop a new era of "cyber terrorism".
June 6, 2012 7:16
Qatar play for EFG Hermes stokes backlash in Egypt
The Gulf emirate's play for key assets of the region's preeminent investment bank has prompted a rival consortium, notably backed by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, to declare an interest in buying it outright. The Qatari deal was approved last week by shareholders, but in the current volatile situation anything can happen.
June 6, 2012 7:12
Saudi Arabia economic growth slows a bit
Saudi Arabia's gross domestic product, adjusted for inflation, grew 5.94 percent from a year earlier in the first quarter of this year, the government's statistics department said on Wednesday.
June 6, 2012 7:08
Saudi Telecom appoints Khaled al-Ghoneim as new group CEO
Saudi Telecom Co, the Gulf's No.1 telecoms operator, has appointed Khaled al-Ghoneim as group executive, the former monopoly said on Wednesday.
June 6, 2012 7:06
Flame virus prompts Microsoft to boost Windows security
Discovery of the Flame virus that mainly affected computers in the Middle East, has prompted Microsoft Corp to strengthen the security of a Windows program that helps customers secure their PCs and update software.
June 6, 2012 11:50
Asia naphtha-Saudi Aramco sells Ras Tanura spot
Saudi Aramco has sold around 55,000 tonnes of June naphtha at about $25 a tonne above Middle East quotes on a free-on-board (FOB) basis, down nearly 20-25 percent from a previous spot sale in reflection of slower demand, traders said on Tuesday.
June 5, 2012 11:33
Please, have a seat!
In light of the recently held 11th edition of the Office Exhibition, Kipp took a quick look at the humble but important throne of the work place: The Mighty Office Chair.
May 31, 2012 4:07
Saudi spectrum change would boost economy – GSMA
Freeing up preferred spectrum for Saudi Arabia's telecoms operators to use for next-generation networks could add $95.5 billion to the economy by 2025, global telecoms lobby group GSMA said.
May 29, 2012 12:10
Cannes’ Middle East films show Arab Spring unfurl
The "Arab Spring" is the focus of two movies at Cannes this year as film makers present tentative steps towards democracy on the big screen, one year after political upheaval in Libya and Egypt.
May 27, 2012 11:31
Abu Dhabi’s TAQA targets North Africa utility needs
Sees North Africa and Middle East ripe for new power, water projects; CEO says Arab Spring highlights need for reliable utilities; Could do deal in Turkey this year says CEO; Looking for acquisitions in the North Sea
May 26, 2012 9:11
Eyeing Luxury Market Growth
Patrick Chalhoub, co-CEO of The Chalhoub Group, talks about the region’s luxury goods market and vision for the future.
May 23, 2012 3:22
Shifting the balance of power: High hopes for Iran concessions at Baghdad talks
World powers and Iran meet in Baghdad for nuclear talks; West hopes for outline of deal on curbing enrichment; Sanctions relief for Iran a key question
May 23, 2012 12:15
Top U.S. Middle East diplomat to retire next week
Jeffrey Feltman, the top U.S. diplomat for the Middle East, will retire next week, the State Department confirmed on Tuesday but did not address reports he is expected to take up a senior U.N. position.
May 23, 2012 11:58
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26