Mercer

Mercer also says that 90% of over 100 firms polled say they will increase wages.

A third of companies polled also say they plan to expand workforce in 2009 - Mercer.

Two of biggest cities in oil-rich Saudi ranked among worst cities in world to live.

Zero taxation and salary levels make country the world's number one destination for expatriate talent.

In four years, Adel Ali has silenced most low-cost carrier critics by establishing a successful no-frills airline.

The convenience and cultural integration of the mobile phone in mature markets and the pre-eminence of GSM networks in less mature ones, has encouraged users to increasingly favour voice calls via a mobile device rather than through the PSTN network. Christopher Reynolds delves deeper into what fixed-to-mobile substitution means for operators in the MENA region.

How will liberalisation in air travel benefit the Middle East?

While a benchmark study can uncover vital information to help you close the gap with your rivals, all too often it can be a drain on precious resources that ultimately adds nothing of value to your company. CEO Middle East speaks to the experts to uncover the benchmarking techniques that could speed you past the market leader and into pole position.

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