Author: Arabian Media staff
Image credit: Getty Images As the UAE approaches the 54th Eid Al Etihad, the country is entering one of its most activity-filled National Day periods in recent years, with public-sector entities, cultural institutions, retailers and private-sector companies coordinating nationwide initiatives that highlight unity, heritage and economic vibrancy. This year’s celebrations, anchored under the theme “United”, are unfolding across all seven emirates, bringing together large-scale public gatherings, cultural shows, retail activations, travel momentum and inclusive community programmes. The breadth of events, ranging from 24-hour shopping in Dubai to heritage-led programming in Sharjah, major concerts in Khorfakkan, inclusive mobility campaigns in Dubai…
Tamer Nabil, vice chairman, Nations of Sky, speaks to Gulf Business At Cityscape Global 2025, Nations of Sky placed the spotlight firmly on Jirian City, its flagship mega-development in Egypt’s rapidly evolving New Delta region. For vice chairman Tamer Nabil, the event served as a critical platform to introduce the project’s scale, purpose and regional investor appeal. “Jirian City is a mixed-use development, located in the west of Cairo, over 2,200 acres. It is a mix of innovation, creativity, engineering miracle… it is part of what we call a New Delta project,” he said. The broader New Delta initiative aims…
Image credit: Supplied photo Al Khayyat Investments (AKI), through its consumer division AKI Consumer, has announced a strategic partnership with CJ Group through CJ Foods to join forces in expanding K-Food across the Middle East. The collaboration reflects the shared ambition of both organisations to broaden the regional presence of authentic Korean food (also known as the ‘K-Food’ category) and deepen long-term commercial cooperation. The partnership was formalised through the exchange of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Zaid S Al Khayyat, MD of AKI, and Sukjoon Lee, vice chairman of CJ Group, during a ceremony held in Abu Dhabi…
Eng. Mohammad Alothman, CEO of Kaden, speaks to Gulf Business Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector is undergoing one of the most accelerated transformations in its history, driven by the ambitions of Vision 2030. For developers, this shift is creating both unprecedented opportunities and heightened expectations. Few understand this evolving landscape better than Eng. Mohammad Alothman, CEO of Kaden, who says the sector’s current trajectory is inseparable from the country’s wider economic overhaul. Where do you see the real estate development market in Saudi Arabia today, particularly in light of Vision 2030? “Without a doubt, any major economic transformation across sectors…
Image credit: Global Village/Website As the UAE marks its 54th Eid Al Etihad, Global Village is once again positioning itself as the premier destination for residents and visitors seeking a blend of culture, entertainment, and shopping excellence. Known as the region’s leading multicultural family destination, the park is set to transform into a vibrant celebration of Emirati heritage and creativity, bringing together traditional craftsmanship, modern fashion, and world-class entertainment. From November 27 to December 3, 2025, Global Village invites guests to immerse themselves in a multi-sensory experience that celebrates the nation’s rich history while embracing innovation, technology, and global influences.…
L to R: Vince Molinari, founder and CEO, and Troy McGuire, co-founder, head of programming and news, FINTECH.TV At Cityscape Global 2025, FINTECH.TV founders Vince Molinari (founder and CEO) and Troy McGuire (co-founder, head of programming and news) shared how the global media platform is accelerating its presence in the GCC—particularly Saudi Arabia—amid a surge in digital finance, fintech adoption and investment flows across the region. Molinari opened the conversation by highlighting the universal relevance of the stories the platform covers. “So many of these conversations that have been underspoken about in the United States… digital assets, stablecoin, certain levels…
Eng. Fahad Abdullatif Al Jahrami, chief development and asset management officer, Qatari Diar, speaks to Gulf Business Qatari Diar entered Cityscape Global 2025 with a clear objective: strengthen its visibility in the Saudi market, showcase its international portfolio, and connect with a rapidly expanding base of regional investors. For the company—active in 20 countries with a portfolio of 50 projects—Cityscape serves as both a platform for brand amplification and a strategic gateway to long-term growth. Eng. Fahad Abdullatif Al Jahrami, chief development and asset management officer, said the company views the event as an essential bridge to high-value markets. “This…
Aziza Seyidova, group marketing and communications director, Pasha Real Estate, speaks to Gulf Business Pasha Real Estate made a notable debut at Cityscape Global 2025, marking the first time Azerbaijan’s developers have collectively exhibited at a large-scale international real estate event. Representing three of the country’s biggest developers, the company entered the Saudi market with a clear objective: to gauge investor sentiment, introduce Azerbaijan’s premium residential offerings, and position the country as an emerging destination for global real estate investment. Speaking to Gulf Business, Aziza Seyidova, group marketing and communications director, highlighted the significance of this milestone. “This is the…
Mohammed Alhadlaq, director of marketing campaigns at ROSHN, speaking to Gulf Business Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, and ROSHN Group—one of the Kingdom’s most influential national developers—is placing innovation at the heart of its customer strategy. At Cityscape Global 2025, Mohammed Alhadlaq, director of marketing campaigns at ROSHN, explained how the ROSHN Experience Truck has become a standout example of how developers can adopt mobility, technology, and experiential design to bring projects directly to customers. Launched during last year’s edition of Cityscape, the truck marks its first anniversary in 2025 and has evolved from…
Yazeed Alghamdi, director of emerging technologies at ROSHN Group, speaks to Gulf Business Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector is entering a decisive digital phase, with PropTech solutions, AI-enabled services, and data-driven community experiences now central to how developers design and operate urban environments. Within this fast-evolving landscape, ROSHN Group has positioned innovation not as a support function, but as a strategic pillar shaping the future of its developments. At Cityscape Global 2025, Yazeed Alghamdi, director of emerging technologies at ROSHN Group, shared how the ROSHN Hackathon has become one of the organisation’s most influential platforms for advancing technology-driven real estate…