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Dubai Gold District Launches as the Global Epicentre for Gold and Jewellery Trade Leave a reply Dubai Gold District Launches as the Global Epicentre for Gold and Jewellery Trade Dubai Gold District Launches as the Global Epicentre for Gold and Jewellery Trade DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a landmark moment for the region’s gold and jewellery industry, Ithra Dubai has officially launched Dubai Gold District, a purpose-built destination designed to elevate Dubai’s position as the world’s leading destination for gold and jewellery trade. The launch of Dubai Gold District marks a new phase in Dubai’s development as a global centre for retail, commerce, and trade. Developed as a unified destination, the District brings together the full gold and jewellery value chain in one location, spanning retail, bullion, wholesale trade, and investment. By consolidating these activities, Dubai Gold District strengthens Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most trusted global destinations for gold. The launch also reflects the UAE’s continued role as a leading global trading nation for gold and precious metals. In 2024–25, the country exported approximately USD 53.41 billion worth of gold, with major trading partners including Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, Hong Kong and Turkiye, positioning the country as the world’s second-largest physical gold trading destination. As Dubai’s new ‘Home of Gold’, the District unites the full spectrum of gold and jewellery activity under one destination. It is home to a wide range of established global and regional gold and jewellery brands, offering exceptional variety, quality and value for buyers, traders and investors. What sets Dubai Gold District apart globally is the unmatched diversity of its audience, bringing together one of the world’s widest mixes of buyers, traders, and consumers within a single destination. In 2025 alone, the District welcomed shoppers from

QNA Marcom and Events Strengthens APAC Presence with Launch of Mumbai Office Leave a reply New APAC headquarters to drive diverse, wider-reaching conferences and industry-defining events, and brand building for top companies across the region A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. MUMBAI, India, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — QNA Marcom & Events, a global leader in strategic marketing, B2B conferences, and brand-building platforms, has announced the launch of its Asia-Pacific (APAC) headquarters in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion across the region. The launch coincides with QNA completing a decade of operations, celebrating ten years of building trusted platforms, shaping industry conversations, and enabling meaningful engagement across global markets. The office was inaugurated by Mr. Bharat Mehra, a renowned businessman, philanthropist, and strategic advisor. He is the Chairman of Radha Meera Trust, Founder of Bharat Mehra Strategies, and a trusted advisor to leading corporates across India and the Middle East. Mr. Mehra also serves as Chief Advisor to Anant Ambani and Consultant to Mr. Ajay Piramal. Widely known for his humanitarian contributions and thought leadership, his presence as a chief guest at the inauguration underscores the strategic importance of QNA’s Indian expansion and reflects a shared commitment to innovation, purpose-driven leadership, and community impact. With the launch of its APAC headquarters, QNA aims to scale its footprint across India and Asia-Pacific, curating high-impact platforms aligned with evolving market needs in various industry verticals. The Mumbai office will serve as a regional innovation hub, enabling QNA to explore new geographies, adopt emerging technologies, and deliver immersive, outcome-driven events for governments, enterprises, and industry ecosystems. Over the past ten years, QNA has successfully delivered 150+ B2B conferences and summits, along with thousands of curated roadshows across 20+ countries, spanning India, APAC,