Syria Raids Show Saudi, UAE Ambition To Extend Regional Authority

While neither country appears likely to move towards the habitual use of military power, the strikes in Syria demonstrated a growing comfort with the use of hard power alongside diplomacy.

Can Apple Make Wearables “Cool”?

While the new smartwatch from Apple looks good, experts say it is far from a revolutionary product.

Five Minutes With Adem Ceylan, VP Marketing & Sales, ME, Turkish Airlines

Adem Ceylan says the carrier has earmarked a budget of $180 million this year for commercials and promotions.

Revealed: Last Minute Eid Hotel Deals In The UAE

Packages still available for hotel stays across the country on local deals website Triperna.com.

Key Challenges That Financial Marketers Face

Senior executives in the financial sector fail to understand the importance of marketing, writes Paul Boulos, head of marketing at Commercial Bank of Dubai.

It’s Your Choice: Business Versus Risky Business

Adopting an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process has many benefits, writes Mohamad Nassar, Business Risk Services partner at Grant Thornton UAE.

Should The Sports Technology Industry Feel Threatened By Apple Watch?

The new watch still has some way to go before it can be an answer to fitness management, writes Nicolas Girot, founder of Sport In Life Distribution.

Ingredients For An Entrepreneurial Environment

While ranking highly for global competitiveness, the UAE also needs to focus on establishing the right environment for entrepreneurship and innovation.

Malta Woos GCC Investors As It Looks East

In command of a strategic position in the Mediterranean and a sound economy with strong fundamentals, Malta is opening up to Gulf investors.

Interview: Damas CEO On The Jeweller’s Re-Rise In The UAE

Exclusive: Anan Fakhreddin reveals how the company is rebuilding itself after hitting rock bottom in one of Dubai’s largest business scandals.

As Risks Multiply, NGOs Reassess Security In The Middle East

International aid agencies are relying increasingly on local organisations to get access to communities in need both in Syria and Iraq.

PwC-Booz Merger: How Will It Affect The Middle East

Following the completion of PwC’s acquisition of Booz & Company, senior partners Hani Ashkar and Per-Ola Karlsson, explain why the deal could have its largest impact in the Middle East.

How To Swipe Your Competitor’s Social Media Fans

Engagement is key, says James Reynolds, founder of Veravo, a Dubai-based search engine marketing and website traffic agency.

Pictures: Mega Launches And Displays From Cityscape Dubai

New project launches were announced by Dubai-based developers Nakheel, Damac, Deyaar and Meraas.

Exclusive Interview: Emirates NBD CEO Shayne Nelson On Dubai’s Boom

Shayne Nelson says he is confident that the lender’s legacy problems are now finally over.

Saudi Offers Cautious Support To US In Battle Against Islamic State

The Saudi leadership remains mistrustful of U.S. President Barack Obama after a series of disagreements following the Arab Spring.

Why Cheaper Oil Is Not A Big Threat For Gulf Economies

The price of Brent crude has sunk by nearly $20 from its June peak to as low as $96 a barrel in recent weeks, its lowest level since mid-2012.

Saudi Bourse Opening To Attract More Investments To The GCC

Saudi Tadawul Index liberalisation will usher in a new era of GCC investment, experts say.

Dubai, The World’s Hospital?

The UAE’s amended visa policy is a step forward in Dubai’s goal of attracting 500,000 medical tourists per year by 2020.

Flexing For Success: Nitesh Seebran, COO, Gold’s Gym

Ever keen for a workout, COO Nitesh Seebran explains how he hopes to lift the Gold’s Gym brand to the top of the GCC fitness market.

Assad’s Army Stretched But Still Seen Strong In Syria’s War

Military experts say the Syrian army looks set to remain the strongest player in a war that has killed more than 191,000 people.

What To Expect From Cityscape Global 2014 In Dubai

This year’s edition of the property event promises huge stands and mega launches, and expects over 35,000 attendees.

Saudi Corporate Earnings Growth Set To Jump Before Bourse Opening

The combined net profits of Saudi Arabia’s leading companies are expected to rise 17 per cent in 2014.

Does The Apple Watch Signal The Start Of A Smartwatch Revolution?

writes Saad Elkhadem, research analyst at IDC MEA.

Fate Of United Kingdom Hangs In Balance After Latest Scotland Polls

Scotland will hold a historic referendum on independence this Thursday to decide whether to remain as part of the UK.

Germany – Europe’s Lone Star

There are both risks and opportunities in German equities, writes Matein Khalid, a global equities investor and advisor to regional family offices.

As Air Accidents Rise, Will Aviation Insurance Premiums Follow Suit?

The rise in accidents has set the bills soaring for aviation insurers, with firms looking at annual losses worth $2 billion this year.

Terrible Timing For Saudi Arabia’s Giant New Oil Refinery

The Yanbu refinery is coming online at a time when crude demand growth in Asia is dropping, writes Reuters’ columnist Clyde Russell.

Saudi’s Clerics Condemn IS, But Also Urged To Tackle Radicalism

The government’s reluctance to crackdown on expressions of intolerance towards non-Sunnis has raised questions.

Why Libya Desperately Needs To Clean Up Its Act

Without a settlement, Libya’s economy could run dry.