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Commercial Bank of Dubai appoints new CFO

Previously, Darren Clarke was CFO for National Australia Bank (NAB) Asia, based in Singapore

Abbas re-elected as chairman of PLO exec committee

Abbas, 82, is thought to have achieved most of his goals at the meeting

UAE’s First Abu Dhabi Bank hires Saudi head

FAB has made the kingdom one of its priorities for geographic expansion.

Banque Misr chairman says he was chosen as UAB deputy head unanimously

For his part, the UAB Secretary General Wissam Fattouh hailed the choice of Etreby for this post

Baker McKenzie Habib Al Mulla grows in the UAE, enhances IP capabilities

David advises in relation to both contentious and non-contentious matters concerning the protection and enforcement of trade marks, copyright, and domain names.

RAK International Corporate Centre appoints new CEO and Registrar

Dr Sameer was also a Board Member of Dubai International Financial Centre for 12 years.

Goldman Sachs to Relocate Dubai Banker Mazen Makarem to New York

Goldman Sachs is among major Wall Street firms that are stepping up their courtship of retirement funds and other large pools of money to push trading, investments and acquisitions through their banks.

Northern Trust makes three key Middle East appointments

Assuming the newly created role of chief operating officer for Northern Trust across Middle East and Africa, is Mitesh Sharma.

Adnoc hires ex-HSBC banker to head new oil trading unit

Khoury was one of the HSBC bankers working on the potential initial public offering of Saudi Aramco

ASBB announces new group CEO

It is an honour to join Al Salam Bank, a successful organization that is fast establishing itself as one of the pioneering Banks in the Kingdom with strong ambitions for growth

SANNE announces senior promotion of new Managing Director, Alternative Assets - EMEA

In his new position he will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the EMEA Alternative Assets platform

Clifford Chance elects 26 new partners

The new partners are drawn from all of the firm's market-leading practices, and from across the firm's global network, including Daniel Royle and Paul Coates, based in the Middle East.

State Street appoints Head of Sales for Global Exchange for EMEA

Irons has more than 30 years of sales and relationship management experience in financial services and technology

Cantor Fitzgerald Expands into Power, Energy & Infrastructure Investment Banking

"Cantor Fitzgerald has succeeded in building one of the leading Healthcare Investment Banking businesses, and, under Kevin and Hari's leadership, it is now expanding its franchise into Power, Energy and Infrastructure," added Mr. Jain.

DB appoints chief country officer for the UAE

Jamal Al Kishi has been appointed chief country office for the United Arab Emirates and general manager of Deutsche Bank's Dubai (DIFC) branch.

HSBC Qatar appoints new head of its Commercial Banking

HSBC has been present in Qatar since 1954 and is one of the oldest banks operating in the country.

Alvarez & Marsal expands Middle East private equity and principal investments practice

Appointment of Pietro Castronovo as a Senior Director.

Zelig Associates continues international expansion with launch of Tel Aviv office and appointment of Menny Shalom as Partner

Menny brings two decades of experience as a founder and CEO for multiple Israel-based technology companies.

Northern Trust Announces Leadership Appointments in Global Family Office & Investment Practice Group

Northern Trust has announced two senior appointments in its Global Family Office & Investment Practices group across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Zurich announces leadership transition in Europe, Middle East & Africa business

Amanda Blanc (British citizen, 1967) who is joining Zurich from AXA will succeed Mr. Shaughnessy as CEO EMEA

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