WARWICK HOTEL GROUP meet with iHOLDING exectives led by Alain Khoueiry to close hotel development deals
Press Release | April 24, 2026
WARWICK NEWS & UPDATES
Warwick Hotels & Resorts signs two Five-Star Hotels in Almaty
Apr 27th 2026
Two Five-Star hotels in Almaty, marking entry into Central Asia for Warwick Hotels & Resorts. A visionary partnership with iHolding brings 750 rooms of refined luxury to KAZ Riviera Resorts, as Kazakhstan steps confidently onto the world stage of high-end travel.
Warwick Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce a landmark milestone in its storied global expansion: the signing of two five-star hotel projects in Almaty, Kazakhstan, in partnership with leading local investment group iHolding. This agreement marks a key step in Warwick’s expansion into Central Asia.
Both will be located within KAZ Riviera Resorts, an International Entertainment and Tourism Destination comprising international hotels, a Raceworld Village, Fashion City, casinos, high-end restaurants, office space, a water park, private villas, a spa, and a wide range of lifestyle amenities.
Two Five-Star hotels in Almaty, marking entry into Central Asia for Warwick Hotels & Resorts. A visionary partnership with iHolding brings 750 rooms of refined luxury to KAZ Riviera Resorts, as Kazakhstan steps confidently onto the world stage of high-end travel.
The signing ceremony, held on April 23, brought together the senior leadership of both organisations in a celebration of shared ambition. Warwick Hotels & Resorts was represented by Sébastien Sausse, Vice President Director of Business Development EMEA, and Ghassan El Hindi, Chief Operating Officer, MENA Region; iHolding by Alain Khoueiry, Chairman, and Aman Akhmad, Chief Executive Officer.
News & Press
The signing ceremony, held on April 23, brought together the senior leadership of both organisations in a celebration of shared ambition. Warwick Hotels & Resorts was represented by Sébastien Sausse, Vice President Director of Business Development EMEA, and Ghassan El Hindi, Chief Operating Officer, MENA Region; iHolding by Alain Khoueiry, Chairman, and Aman Akhmad, Chief Executive Officer.
“This partnership reflects our confidence in Kazakhstan as an emerging global destination and our broader strategy to expand in high-growth markets while delivering exceptional hospitality experiences.” Sébastien Sausse, Vice President Director of Business Development EMEA.
Construction is set to commence within the next two months, a testament to both partners’ shared drive and determination to bring this vision to life with momentum. The project carries the full support of the Kazakhstani government: the Governor of Kazakhstan personally welcomed the Warwick delegation and recognised the group’s dual role as both a premier hotel operator and a committed investor in the country’s flourishing hospitality sector.
“Signing two properties in Almaty is a proud milestone for Warwick, and a strong signal of where we see the future of luxury hospitality heading.” Ghassan El Hindi, Chief Operating Officer, MENA Region.
Founded in 1980 and home to a distinguished portfolio of more than 40 luxury and upper-upscale properties across five continents, Warwick Hotels & Resorts has long been synonymous with luxury, authenticity, and an intimate understanding of what travellers desire. The Kazakhstan chapter marks a proud new frontier, and a confident declaration of the group’s belief in Central Asia as one of the most exciting emerging destinations in international travel today.
Joint Statement by Alain Khoueiry, Chairman, and Byron Byrd, Chief Executive Officer, iHolding LLP | iHolding Group Ltd.
“Semnur Pharmaceuticals represents exactly the type of high-potential, clinical-stage biotechnology company that aligns with iHolding’s long-term investment strategy. The potential of SEMDEXA™ to address lumbosacral radicular pain—a debilitating condition affecting millions of patients worldwide—is both medically significant and commercially compelling.
Beyond the investment opportunity itself, this initiative reflects our broader vision of helping position Kazakhstan as a regional centre of excellence for pharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical research, biotechnology innovation, and international healthcare distribution. By collaborating with companies at the forefront of biopharmaceutical development, we seek to transfer knowledge, build strategic partnerships, and strengthen the scientific and industrial capabilities that will support the next generation of life sciences across Central Asia.
We believe investments of this calibre have the potential to contribute not only to commercial growth but also to improved healthcare outcomes, economic diversification, and long-term technological advancement throughout the region.”
iHolding Chairman Alain Khoueiry and CEO Byron Byrd Highlight Strategic Vision Behind Proposed Semnur Pharmaceuticals Investment
Almaty, Kazakhstan | London, United Kingdom
Semnur Pharmaceuticals™
Scilex Pharmaceuticals™
iHolding Chairman Alain Khoueiry and CEO Byron Byrd Outlines Long-Term Strategy for Advancing Kazakhstan’s Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Sector Through Proposed Scilex Investment
Almaty, Kazakhstan | London, United Kingdom
Joint Statement by Alain Khoueiry, Chairman, and Byron Byrd, Chief Executive Officer, iHolding LLP | iHolding Group Ltd.
“Our proposed investment in Scilex Holding Company has the potential to become a significant strategic milestone, demonstrating the growing international capability of Kazakhstan-linked investment capital to participate in innovative healthcare and biotechnology opportunities.
Scilex has established a diversified portfolio that combines commercial pain management products with an expanding pipeline of innovative therapies addressing important unmet medical needs. This combination of marketed products, product development, intellectual property, and continued innovation represents the type of healthcare platform that complements iHolding’s long-term investment philosophy.
Importantly, this initiative aligns directly with our vision of helping establish Kazakhstan as a leading regional hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing, research and development, biotechnology innovation, regulatory excellence, and international healthcare distribution. Every strategic collaboration of this quality enhances the expertise, supply chain relationships, regulatory knowledge, and global industry connections necessary to build a sustainable life sciences ecosystem capable of serving both Central Asia and international markets.
Our objective extends well beyond a single investment. We are committed to creating strategic partnerships that accelerate innovation, attract world-class healthcare organisations, expand international collaboration, and contribute meaningfully to Kazakhstan’s long-term economic, scientific, and healthcare development. Through partnerships such as this, we are laying the foundations for a globally connected pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector that can benefit future generations.”
April 22nd, 2026 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Executives from the Warwick Hotel Group and IHolding Group, led by Chairman Alain Khoueiry, gathered in Almaty, Kazakhstan for finalizing ambitious hotel development plans. This meeting marks a significant step towards expanding both local and international operations. Alain Khoueiry says, "We are excited about our very special partnership with the Warwick Hotel Group as we continue to grow and innovate in the hospitality sector."
ALAIN KHOUEIRY
Chairman - iHolding Group
Byron Byrd, CEO of IHolding Group, is excited to announce the signing of an exclusive representation agreement with His Excellency Maharaja Jaideep Patwardthan. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the development of the Warwick Hotel and Resort in India, promising a unique and luxurious experience for guests.
Byron says, "In Kazakhstan, we look forward in creating a remarkable destination, 'The Kaz Riviera' that reflects the rich culture and hospitality of the region with the Warwick Hotel Group."
BYRON BYRD
CEO - iHolding Group
UNDSMA Presents Global World Peace Initiatives at Palais des Nations, Geneva
Geneva, 25 February 2026: In a significant gathering at the Palais des Nations, UNDSMA formally presented its global World Peace Initiatives, spearheaded by Chess for Peace and coordinated under the SAMEvision™ Network. The press conference, held on 18 February 2026 in Room 10, Building A, brought together international leadership, program representatives, and global contributors committed to advancing peace through structured youth engagement.The session outlined a comprehensive governance structure and strategic framework integrating sport, music, and the arts as powerful instruments of youth development and intercultural cooperation.
Vision and Leadership
Byron Byrd, Founder of UNDSMA and the SAMEvision™ Network, moderated the conference and articulated the overarching vision behind the initiative. He emphasized that sustainable peace is achieved not merely through dialogue but through structured engagement platforms that cultivate education, discipline, and international cooperation.
According to Byrd, sport serves as an effective mechanism to teach tolerance and respect, music operates as a universal language that bridges boundaries, and the arts represent the creative soul that unites humanity. The SAMEvision™ Network was introduced as a collaborative framework connecting independent entities under one coordinated international structure.
Alain Khoueiry, Chairman of UNDSMA, addressed the importance of governance, transparency, and accountability in expanding these programs globally. He stressed that each initiative within the framework operates with measurable social impact while maintaining structural integrity and collective responsibility.
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