With the annual Hajj pilgrimage at its core, the Gulf region’s religious tourism market has long been a thriving one. But upcoming religious attractions means the industry is looking stronger than ever
Retail will be a key driver for growth in Dubai over the next few years, with both mega and community malls contributing to the share, writes Omar Khoory
With diversification plans taking shape, 10–year visas on the horizon and oil prices holding firm, investor sentiment has increased again in the GCC’s property market
The lifting of the female driving ban in June is symbolic in social terms, but there are wider economic benefits that could boost Saudi Arabia in many and varied ways