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Real estate projects worth $132m planned in BahrainHigh-end residential and commercial real estate projects amounting to more than BD50 million ($132 million) are in the pipeline in Bahrain, a report said. Exhibitors at the three-day Gulf Property Show (GPS) said the new developme More… |
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Dubai gold dealers shun Turkish barsTrade in Turkish gold bars to Iran via Dubai is drying up as a growing number of banks and dealers refuse to buy the bullion to avoid the risks associated with Turkey's gold-for-gas trade with Iran. U.S. officials say they are More… |
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Bahrain to step up security at souqsSouqs in Bahrain will be equipped with CCTV surveillance cameras, according to a directive issued by HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa. He instructed authorities concerned to step up security and safety measures at More… |
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Bahrain traders demand special status for souqTraders in Bahrain’s Manama souq have demanded the area be treated as a special economic zone to help it regain its glory as well as gain exemption from municipal taxes and reduce utility charges, said a top official. " More… |
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New look revamp planned for blaze-hit marketA market destroyed by a massive blaze will be renovated along the lines of the new-look souq near Bab Al Bahrain, Manama, said a senior government official. Hundreds of stalls went up in flames when fire ripped through the Isa Tow More… |
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Manama souq gears up for carnivalPreparations were underway yesterday (April 15) for a carnival next to Bab Al Bahrain, Manama, coinciding with the staging of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix. The carnival, which could start today and continue until April 30, will feature More… |
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Bahrain souq business down 50pcBusiness in Bab Al Bahrain, a leading shopping district in the kingdom is down by as much as 50 per cent following a rise in protests and arson attacks, traders said. The area has been badly hit during the last few weeks as youths bl More… |
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Souq Egypt, Sistrum launch online storeSouq.com, a leading e-commerce marketplace, and Egypt-based electronics firm Sistrum, have launched an online store offering consumer electronics, gadgets and IT accessories. The e3050 Souq Store will offer shoppers complete warranty and a More… |
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New-look $13m souq to open soonThe ‘new look’ Manama souq is expected to finish the BD5 million ($13 million) first phase of its renovation by June, according to a report. The renovation was originally due to be completed last May. An initial six-month delay mea More… |
