UN Tourism has partnered with UMusic Hospitality & Lifestyle (UMHL) and the Center for Music Ecosystems (CME) to leverage music tourism for job creation and economic growth in high-growth economies. The new Memorandum of Understanding, announced at the UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh, aims to position the creative industries as a transformative force through tourism. The collaboration will use the influence of global figures, including newly appointed UN Tourism Ambassador Khabane Lame, to promote music as a viable path to economic mobility.
Sino Jet, Asia-Pacific's leading business aviation company, has announced a strategic partnership with Aranya's lifestyle hotel collective, “ATITHYA – The Art of Hospitality.” The alliance, unveiled in Hong Kong, is designed to create a seamless luxury travel continuum from air to ground for sophisticated travellers. This new integrated model sees Sino Jet become the exclusive charter aviation partner for the hotel collective. The collaboration merges Sino Jet’s global network with ATITHYA’s destination-focused properties.
Imtiaz Developments has commissioned the globally recognised Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) to design its upcoming ultra-luxury mixed-use project in Dubai's prestigious Meydan district. The AED 1 billion development, which will feature residences, offices, and high-end retail, is scheduled for launch on November 18th at CocaCola Arena. The partnership signifies a major milestone in Imtiaz’s strategic expansion into Dubai’s most exclusive areas, following the announcement of an AED 3 billion portfolio in Meydan.
Town Writers, a leading Egyptian property developer, has formed a strategic alliance with Attaby for Construction and Industry, a major subsidiary of Attaby Holding, to enhance its ability to deliver projects effectively. This collaboration will see Town Writers inject construction investments worth EGP 5.1 billion over the next two years. The Notion residential project in New Cairo is listed as one of the first developments under this new strong engineering alliance.
This new asset-backed hybrid token, set for a Q2 2026 market debut subject to regulatory approval, is a collaborative venture between Hotdesk, Al Maryah Community Bank, Emirates Coin Investment, and Singularity. It aims to democratise access to high-quality, income-producing assets. By leveraging the divisibility of blockchain, DESK will allow global investors to participate with minimal capital, offering a significantly more liquid and accessible investment alternative to traditional Real Estate Investment Trusts.
Luxury real estate developer Sobha Realty has launched "The Mirage," adding 677 new apartments to its flagship Sobha Central master development on Sheikh Zayed Road. This expansion follows exceptional early sales at the site, which totalled AED 3.5 billion from over 1,500 units sold. The development attracts a highly international investor base, led by buyers from India (26%) and Europe (15%), highlighting the project’s global appeal and the strong demand for luxury residences in central Dubai
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