The award acknowledges ICIEC’s pivotal contributions to two transformative projects. In Côte d’Ivoire, ICIEC partnered with AfDB to provide €194 million in insurance support for financing ESG projects. The facility will fund initiatives in renewable energy, education, pollution control, biodiversity conservation, health infrastructure, and sustainable water management, aligning with Côte d’Ivoire’s Sustainable Framework.

In Senegal, ICIEC and Standard Chartered signed a €103 million insurance agreement to support the government’s initiative to install 50,000 off-grid solar streetlamps in rural areas. This milestone advances renewable energy adoption, enhancing safety, boosting economic activities, and reducing carbon emissions while improving life quality in rural communities.

Commenting on the recognition, Dr. Khalid Khalafalla, Officer-in-Charge of ICIEC, said: “This award underscores ICIEC’s commitment to enabling development that transforms lives and builds resilience in our member states. By facilitating innovative and impactful projects, we reaffirm our dedication to advancing sustainable growth and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.”

This milestone reflects ICIEC’s leadership in leveraging Shariah-compliant insurance to catalyze development and empower member states to create lasting positive change.

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The service, which will further strengthen Air India’s presence in the UK, reinforces the strong economic and cultural links between India and the UK.

Air India will operate 5x weekly between Bengaluru and London Gatwick, thus taking the total count of its flights to and from London Gatwick to 17x weekly.

The airline will use its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on the route, featuring 18 flat beds in Business class and 238 spacious seats in Economy. 

“We are delighted to offer our guests convenient, non-stop flights between Bengaluru and London Gatwick. This new route caters to the growing demand for travel between these two important business and leisure destinations, and strengthens our commitment to expanding our global network,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India.

All times are local. (+1) denotes next-day arrival.

Bookings for the flights are progressively open today on all channels, including Air India’s official website (www.airindia.com), mobile app, and authorized travel agents and partners.

Air India currently connects four other Indian cities to London Gatwick, namely Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Goa, and Kochi. The airline additionally operates 31x weekly to London Heathrow, and 6x weekly to and from Birmingham.

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The event, which took place on 20th October 2023, from 6 pm onwards at PHD House, New Delhi, was marked by the presence of esteemed speakers, including Mr. Naveen Seth, Deputy Secretary General of the PHD Chamber Of Commerce and Industry, Ms. Anita Mehra, Managing Director of Benham & Reeves, and Mr. Stuart Leslie, International Sales and Marketing Director of Barratt Developments Plc.

With demand for property in the UK’s capital remaining strong among Indian investors, Barratt London, part of the UK’s largest housebuilder Barratt Group, has partnered with Benham & Reeves India as property buyers from India are continuing to look for opportunities across the UK.

Benham & Reeves is one of London’s oldest, independently-owned property lettings and sales agents, with specialist knowledge in residential sales in prime areas of London. With over ten projects in various locations across London and at differing stages of completion, Benham & Reeves India will be responsible for selling one of the largest London portfolios of properties to investors from the region and providing end-to-end assistance to Indian investors to maximize the return on their London investment.

Mr. Naveen Seth, Deputy Secretary General, PHD Chamber Of Commerce and Industry: Mr. Seth enlightened the audience with his valuable insights into the economic and business factors shaping the property market. He gave a brief overview of the Indian investor’s landscape and requested the audience to practice due diligence before making any kind of investment decisions.

Stuart Leslie, International Sales and Marketing Director at Barratt London said: “With more than a decade of experience in the Indian market, our regional partner Benham & Reeves will provide strategic advice to the growing demand from Indian homebuyers who are looking to diversify their assets or add value to existing property portfolios, including first-time buyers, holiday home buyers and seasoned investors.“

Leslie continues: “As the UK continues to attract foreign investment across multiple sectors, buyers are attracted to the lifestyle and cost of living these regions of London have to offer, and some of these buyers are choosing to relocate permanently. For Indian investors who are looking for income and long-term growth, our extensive portfolio of residential developments is underpinned by substantial capital appreciation and annual yields.”

Located in Mumbai and Delhi, Benham & Reeves offices are managed by a local team who are experienced at dealing with clients one-to-one as well as with partners like investment advisors and financial consultants.

The team, which is led by Anita Mehra, Managing Director of Benham & Reeves, has been the driving force behind Benham & Reeves’ success. She comments: “Indian buyers are primarily interested in building investment portfolios with higher monthly rentals and strong capital growth. The second biggest driver is homes near top educational institutions with a cosmopolitan outlook and language familiarity being other reasons why Indians have always preferred to invest in London and other cities in the UK.”

Barratt London is inviting prospective buyers from 22^nd-23^rd July 2023 to hear about Barratt London’s Wembley Park Gardens development. The exciting landmark new development was built in the heart of Wembley Park, north-west London’s latest lifestyle hotspot. This development will feature 454 high-quality, energy-efficient new one and two-bedroom apartments across five buildings, located right next to the Tube station. Developed by the UK’s largest housebuilder, residents can be assured of high-quality modern city living at its best.

Opportunity to meet the developers and exclusive offers: Be the first to find out more about this great opportunity by joining our launch event at The Oberoi Golf Links, New Delhi on 22nd and 23rd July 2023 from 10 am to 7 pm, where London property experts from the local India office will be on-hand to provide personalized assistance and consultation.

Disclaimer: PHD Chamber Of Commerce and Industry shall not be liable for any investment decision or action taken by you based on or relying on the information provided in or by the presenter/panelist during the conference/webinar. 

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The first catwalk featured a combined effort by Miss Celia of Orchid Souvenir Shop and Mrs Zanina Vave of Fujita Crafts. Their display included a variety of tie-dyed lava lavas with different ways to wear them on the islands. The second catwalk involved a collection of casual beachwear designed by Vae Taylors, owned by Elaine Maepio. The third catwalk showcased a range of casual, formal, and evening wear, traditional attire, and body art by Proton Creation and Jaz Jewels.

The event also featured a special appearance by former Miss Solomon Islands Tema Wickham and the current reigning Miss Solomon Islands, Tiare Haro. The British Deputy High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Ms Emma Davis, expressed her delight at the opportunity to celebrate Solomon Islands designers in honor of London Fashion Week.

Fashion is a global industry that represents UK creativity, innovation, and design. The sector is worth PS35bn to the UK and employs one million people. The UK is the world leader in fashion education and is home to six of the world’s 20 leading fashion universities, with over 1,500 international students enrolling in British fashion courses every year.

The British High Commission Solomon Island Fashion Show is a platform for the wonderful work that Solomon Islands designers are doing and their talent and creativity which has wowed the audience. The event aimed to promote the creativity and innovation of Solomon Islands designers and their contribution to the global fashion industry.

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