Whether from conflict, climate change or trade disruptions, those who learn from the UAE’s strategic approach may find opportunities where others see only threats to growth
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Indian tech turns to Dubai as startup funding, digital economy policies go into force, Dubai Chambers boss says
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce reported a significant year-on-year growth in new Indian-owned companies registering in Dubai, with Indian investors ranking highest among nationalities contributing to new company registrations
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Oman foreign investments reach $50bn in 2022 driven by oil, gas, real estate
The oil, gas, and real estate sectors in Oman saw a notable rise of 10.5 percent
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Dubai jobs: How to file a labour complaint against your boss
Citizens from GCC countries, UAE residents and visitors are entitled to this service
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Moody’s predict Saudi economy to grow at 3.9 percent in the next 4 years
The credit rating agency said Saudi government’s ongoing structural economic, legal and social reforms to improve business environment in the country will begin to bear fruit by way of higher private sector investment growth
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri
UAE to allow public joint-stock companies with minimum 51% national capital contribution to act as commercial agents
The new provision will be part of the new draft federal law on the regulation of commercial agencies, says minister of economy
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UAE Minister highlights competitive advantages for investors in the industrial sector
Dubai Industrial City is attracting global industrial projects by providing the environment and solutions that support their growth, Dr Sultan Al Jaber said
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Economic freedom, effective governance remain key to unlocking FDI inflows into the Arab region: study
The Arab Monetary Fund study calls for policymakers in the Arab region to strengthen and reform relevant laws and regulations, lower the barriers to business entry, limit risks, and improve cooperation policies
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Russia-Ukraine conflict likely to derail planned M&A deals: report
13 cross-border M&A deals involving acquisition targets based in Russia or Ukraine were planned or announced during the last six months. However, the fate of these deals is uncertain, as the completion of some of these deals is likely to be delayed, while some experts state that they may even be called off
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Zombie companies: Latent or irrecoverable?
This first piece in a two-part series examines zombie companies, their impact on stakeholders and the overall economy, as well as suggestions on what actions stakeholders should take to achieve a sustainable turnaround for a latent zombie and a path to future growth
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In pictures UAE, Oman top world’s best countries to invest in and do business in 2020
Singapore has been crowned as the best country in the world to invest in or do business for 2020, according to the CEO World magazine. While the United Arab Emirates registers in 12th spot and Oman features just slightly further back in 18th.
