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Modern ‘Alchemy’: No Spells and Incantations, Just a Focus on Integrity — and Excellence

CFI.co in conversation with Emad Shahin, investment director at Ethra Invest… Investment and private equity are facets of the financial universe that call for an understanding of a sort of modern alchemy: creating value through strategic investment in diverse industries.

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Keeping the Flame of Fascination Alive

Getting inside Emad Shahin’s work ethic at Ethra Invest The dynamic nature of the business world is of continual fascination for Emad Shahin, investment director at Dubai’s Ethra Invest. The rapid evolution of industries, technological advancements, and the ever-changing global

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UAE’s COP28 Gathering Scores Some Initial Successes

White hydrogen and AI to the rescue…? Wim Romeijn reports. Beneath our feet, the Earth manufactures — and hides — a trove of clean energy. In Lorraine, a former coalmining region hugging the French-German border, a reservoir containing up to

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Ithra Director Who Followed His Passion to Ignite Saudi’s Creative Economy

As comfortable in traditional Saudi attire as he is sporting a modern suit, Abdullah Alrashid is a global citizen with a distinct Saudi identity. Embodying balance and purpose, Abdullah Alrashid strongly identifies with the institution he leads — the King

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Saudi’s Bid to Bring Art and Cultural Talent to the Fore

Ithra means ‘enrichment’ — and the centre in Dammam more than lives up to its name. Global cultural and creative industries have generated a staggering $2.2tn in annual revenues and created 30 million jobs, according to a 2017 UNESCO study.

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Some of it may well be Rocket Science, but ASU’s Recipe for Success is Simple

Jordanian university has built on solid foundations to reach beyond the scope of its peers The term “pioneering” is often overused, but it’s perfectly accurate when referring to Jordan’s Applied Science Private University (ASU). The institute of higher learning was

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Pioneering, Principled and Passionate Champion of UAE’s Natural Heritage

Her aim is for sustainability and balance Her Excellency Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, the Secretary General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has her work cut out for her. Her Excellency is in charge of a major

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Conservation Efforts Working in Harmony with Economic Growth

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi maintains its focus on conservation, species reintroduction, monitoring and protecting marine and air quality, climate change action, environmental education and outreach and youth empowerment The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi possesses

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Unerring Drive and Determination Pay Off for Kuwait’s Stock Exchange

Transparent, robust, and dedicated to ESG and sustainability, Boursa Kuwait has changed the state’s capital market Boursa Kuwait has demonstrated a relentless commitment to excellence and progress — and is reaping the rewards. With a forward-thinking strategy, the official stock

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Abu Dhabi Cements City’s Position at Global Market Forefront

CFI.co in conversation with Dhaher Bin Dhaher Al Mheiri, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Global Market Authority. Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, operating within an international regulatory framework based on the

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