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The Middle East Eyes Solar As Easy Oil Era Ends

The Middle East’s oil exporting countries are turning to solar energy options to power themselves. But the region still faces some stumbling blocks when tapping the sun’s power.

Car Review: Bentley Continental GT V8 S

The new Bentley Continental GT V8 S’s smaller motor still packs a large punch.

Behind-The-Scenes Boom

The GCC’s facilities management firms are booming as more buildings are erected but the industry is aiming for sustainable growth this time around.

Oman Expects 5% Growth In 2014 -Central Bank

Head of Oman’s Central Bank says infrastructure projects are generating economic activity.

The GCC’s Food Security Dilemma

A lack of arable land and growing number of mouths to feed makes food security a pressing issue for the GCC.

Abu Dhabi Airport Passenger Traffic Up 15% In Q1 2014

The airport welcomed around 4.5 million passengers during the first three months this year.

Kuwaiti Newspapers Suspended Over “Plot” Tape Stories

Two newspapers were suspended after they published stories about a recording that discusses an alleged plot to overthrow the Gulf state’s ruling system.

Influential Cleric Attempts To Soothe Gulf Rift

The cleric used unusually placatory language about Qatar’s neighbours, some of whom he has accused of a variety of failings including being insufficiently Islamic.

Work Begins On World’s Tallest Tower

The Kingdom Tower project has been undergoing exhaustive testing works before construction begins on April 27.

Dubai Real Estate Investment Up 57% In Q1 2014

Emiratis invested around Dhs7 billion in Dubai property while Indians continued to be the top foreign investors with transactions worth Dhs5.8 billion.

Matein Khalid: The Crimea Crisis And Russian Equities

Russia’s battle could trigger contagion across emerging markets, says Matein Khalid, a global equities investor and advisor to regional family offices.

Saudi Conservatives Protest Against Westernisation

Dozens of local men were found demonstrating in front of the court against social reforms in the Kingdom.

Dubai Restaurant Zuma Bans Cigar Smoking

Cigarettes are still allowed within the restaurant’s bar and lounge areas.

UAE Confirms Three New MERS Cases

All newly detected cases have shown no outward symptoms of the virus, HAAD said.

Kuwait To Award $4.3bn Contract This Year For Heavy Oil Project

The deadline for bids for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract is May 11, a senior executive said.

Biotech: Boom Or Bubble?

There’s been a renaissance in research and development productivity in biotech, writes Evan McCulloch, vice president portfolio manager/research analyst at Franklin Equity Group.

Saudi Warns Imams Against Talking Politics In Mosques

Religious clerics found preaching about politics during their Friday sermons could lose their jobs, the ministry said.

UAE Authorities Assert MERS Not A Public Health Concern

One person died from MERS and five others have been infected with the disease in the Emirates, it was reported last week.

German Tank Sale To Saudi Arabia Likely To Be Cancelled

German media have reported interest by Saudi Arabia in buying up to 800 Leopard 2 tanks from Germany.

Emirates To Stay Put At Dubai International During Runway Maintenance

Move likely to be welcomed by resident and transfer passengers but both airports will be under scrutiny

Jobseekers On The Rise In The UAE As Hiring Increases

The number of job vacancies saw a two per cent year-on-year growth in March while jobseekers rose seven per cent, says a new survey.

One Foreign Health Worker Dies, Five Infected With MERS In UAE

The six were all first aid service personnel from the Philippines working with the UAE Interior Ministry in Al-Ain.

Strategic CSR: Linking Socially Responsible Initiatives To Business Objectives

Connecting CSR initiatives with business objectives will create shared value for companies and society, says Jeanette Teh, assistant professor of Business Administration, American University in Dubai

Kuwait Orders Blackout In Court Case Over “Plot” Tape

A statement said all forms of communication were banned from discussing the case, including news outlets and social media.

Dealing With The Shale Gas Equation

Is the rise of shale gas and oil a threat or an opportunity for GCC nations?

Hong Kong: The Next Financial Frontier

With GCC investors increasingly looking east, can Hong Kong maintain its position as the financial centre of choice for China?

SABIC Plans To Lift Steel Capacity To 10m Tonnes By 2025

The company’s total steel production currently stands at six million tonnes per year.

Oman’s $600m Saraya Bandar Jissah Tourism Project To Create 800 Jobs

The Saraya Bandar Jissah development includes two hotels to be operated by Jumeirah Group.

Dubai’s Marka Eyes Fashion, Retail Growth Across Gulf

Dubai-based Marka said it will introduce global franchises and brands to the Gulf, allowing it to build a customer base quickly.

Saudi Authorities Asked To Allow Sport For Girls In Public Schools

A ban on sports in private girls schools was officially lifted last year.