Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region's resilient economic trajectory

Turning challenges into catalysts: EFG Hermes’ Mohamed Abu Basha on the region’s resilient economic trajectory

The head of Macroeconomic Analysis at EFG Hermes shares an opportunity-driven view of how the Middle East is responding to inflation, diversification, and capital markets development

Saudisation plan for private sector accountants: New rules set to transform jobs

Saudi retail real estate shows cautious optimism in a shifting landscape

Saudi Arabia’s retail real estate sector looks poised for growth. However, risks like oversupply, evolving consumer preferences, and economic volatility could test the market’s resilience

Orbitworks' Ralph Koyess on the firm's goal to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities

Orbitworks’ Ralph Koyess on the firm’s goal to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities

The business development director at Orbitworks, shares how the venture is fusing global expertise with national priorities to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities,

Harnessing AI: why asking the right questions is key to success

Harnessing AI: Why asking the right questions is key to success

By fostering environments that encourage continuous learning, and celebrating champions, we can accelerate AI adoption across the region

From idea to impact: How MENA startups can stand out in a global arena

From idea to impact: How MENA startups can stand out in a global arena

Today’s investors are more cautious, prioritising startups with proven track records, scalable business models, and clear paths to profitability

DAr Global CEO Ziad El Chaar on Trump Towers, tokenisation, and Dar Global’s vision for real estate

Ziad El Chaar on Trump Towers, tokenisation, and Dar Global’s vision for real estate

As Dar Global accelerates its expansion across key international markets, CEO Ziad El Chaar sits down with us to discuss the bold strategies driving the company’s ascent

Expedia Group's Rob Torres on the company's growing focus on the Middle East

Expedia Group’s Rob Torres on the company’s growing focus on the Middle East

The SVP of Expedia Group Media Solutions shares the company’s vision, evolving traveller trends, and what’s next for Expedia in the region

Saudi Arabia scraps restrictions on Hajj pilgrim numbers, age limit

When can you perform Umrah next? Saudi reveals dates

This is in accordance with the official Umrah calendar announced by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for the year 1447

Hajj 2025 alert: Saudi issues warning ahead of pilgrimage

The ministry also emphasised on the importance of complying with Hajj regulations

SABI's Ademola Adesina on why a global minerals strategy needs trust and traceability

Insights: Why a global minerals strategy needs trust and traceability

The US-Saudi agreement on critical minerals is a promising start, but its success hinges on building transparent, scalable, and reliable supply chains

Nissan gears up: Thierry Sabbagh on regional growth, Kicks and ARC wins

Nissan gears up: Thierry Sabbagh on regional growth, Kicks and key wins

Sabbagh shares how the brand is staying ahead through bold product rollouts, digital innovation, and the company’s strategic new roadmap

UAE’s Fujairah marine fuel sales hit over a year’s high in April

Bunker volumes in April climbed 4.6 per cent from the previous month, while edging 4.8 per cent higher from the same month last year

AlUla Development Company CEO Fabien Toscano on developing the destination with purpose

AlUla Development Company CEO Fabien Toscano on developing the destination with purpose

The CEO shares how the team is balancing development with preservation, empowering local communities, and embracing environmentally-sensitive design to welcome two million annual visitors by 2035 — without compromising AlUla’s unique spirit

30 new stores across GCC: Inside of Majid Al Futtaim’s expansion

Majid Al Futtaim’s approach to luxury retail is guided by customer preferences for authenticity, craftsmanship, and modern luxury

DCTCM’s Hoor Al Khaja on strategy, sustainability and Dubai’s global appeal

DCTCM’s Hoor Al Khaja on strategy, sustainability and Dubai’s global appeal

The SVP of International Operations at DCTCM discusses Dubai’s unified tourism strategy, growing global appeal, sustainability and gastronomy focus

Omar Al Jaber, director of Shared Services at Qatar Tourism on record visitors, strategic growth and service excellence

Qatar Tourism’s Omar Al Jaber on record visitors, strategic growth and service excellence

The director of Shared Services at Qatar Tourism discusses factors driving tourism growth in the country as well as the authority’s focus on service excellence and customer experience

Heads up, shoppers: Dubai Mall announces major route changes

Authorities have advised visitors to follow signage and allow extra travel time when accessing the mall

How much is Dubai’s Salik making in 2025? Here’s the latest

In Salik’s core tolling business, total chargeable trips reached 158.0m following the introduction of variable pricing at the end of January 2025

Checked in and counted: Emirates reveals its massive daily baggage figures

Despite the complexity of its operations, Emirates has maintained a 99.9 per cent baggage handling success rate

New golden visa alert: Sheikh Hamdan’s big move for Dubai Health staff

The directive coincides with International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12

Evercoach's Ajit Nawalkha on leadership, coaching and the power of inner clarity

Evercoach’s Ajit Nawalkha on leadership, coaching and the power of inner clarity

Nalwalkha shares the mindset shifts shaping the coaching industry, what truly drives transformation, and why success must start from within

Legal gaming in UAE: All you need to know about it

The Wynn Al Marjan Island, expected to open in Ras Al Khaimah in early 2027, will be the UAE’s first legal casino, likely to be followed by others

Proofpoint's Sumit Dhawan on why human-centric cybersecurity is key

Proofpoint’s Sumit Dhawan on why human-centric cybersecurity is key

Dhawan shares details on how Proofpoint is building the only truly adaptive human-centric security platform that protects every individual and secures their data

How people-centric businesses are winning in the Middle East and beyond 

How people-centric businesses are winning in the Middle East and beyond 

The future of business lies in leadership that places a strong emphasis on human capital, creating supportive and inclusive cultures

 Embracing AI: The key to unlocking the future of banking and finance

 Embracing AI: The key to unlocking the future of banking and finance

The journey toward an AI-enabled future requires a commitment to ethical practices, robust risk management and a proactive approach to navigating the evolving regulatory landscape

AstraZeneca’s Iskra Reic on advancing health equity, tackling NCDs across MEA

AstraZeneca’s Iskra Reic on advancing health equity, tackling NCDs across MEA

The EVP – International shares how the company is working to deliver healthcare that is inclusive, impactful and future-focused

Mubadala invests in Avanse

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala’s assets jump 9% in 2024

Mubadala’s deployed capital grew by 33.7 per cent in 2024 from the previous year to Dh119bn

Good news for UAE companies: Corporate tax penalties waived

The FTA clarified that this exemption applies only to the first tax period of the taxable person

Saudi Arabia expects deficit of 2.9% of GDP in 2024

Major workforce shift: Saudi Arabia plans new test for employees

Employees have the right to object to test results within 30 days of notification and its framework aligns with international best practices

Abdulla bin Damithan on how DP World’s Jafza has become a global trade powerhouse

Abdulla bin Damithan on how DP World’s Jafza has become a global trade powerhouse

As Jafza marks four decades of operations, DP World GCC CEO reflects on its evolution from a modest cargo base to one of the world’s most advanced trade ecosystems