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GCC to pump in $100 billion for power generation

September 3 - 9, 2008
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The GCC is expected to invest close to $100 billion to increase its power generation capacity within the next 10 years, as studies reveal the six countries comprising the GCC member states need at least 100,000 megawatts to support the power requirements of their rapidly growing economies.





CrediMax and Al Muntazah in Ramadan promotion

September 3 - 9, 2008
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CrediMax has launched a Ramadan campaign in co-operation with Al Muntazah supermarket running until September 15.





Date set for career expo

September 3 - 9, 2008
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The steering committee of Career Expo 2008 recently held a 'thankyou' lunch to conclude the youth summer forum, which was organised as part of the expo's activities to develop a highly proficient local workforce.





Bahrain World Trade Centre's bid to go green

September 3 - 9, 2008
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Bahrain World Trade Centre (BWTC) has launched a large-scale recycling scheme within its offices and retail premises in support of its commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. Once the towers are fully operational the scheme will be operated by all office tenants, plus all shops within the adjoining MODA Mall.





New market-tailored finance initiatives launched by alliance

September 3 - 9, 2008
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An agreement was reached to create three visionary new initiatives focused on driving market specific innovation across the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia (MENASA) region and beyond.





Finding food for the people

September 3 - 9, 2008
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Rising food prices are forcing many countries to embrace genetically modified (GM) foods ignoring the dire warnings of environmental groups.





Al Safir records quality hospitality experience

September 3 - 9, 2008
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A boutique hotel in Bahrain's tourist area, Al Safir Hotel & Tower in Juffair, is well on its way to creating a hospitality industry record by becoming one of the first hotels to implement a Quality Management System (QMS) as per international specifications.