Saudi Arabia and the UAE are incensed by Qatar’s conciliatory line on Iran
Why GCC governments should look to professional accountants to strengthen their public finances
The start-up ecosystem has boomed in the region over the last few years, with the recent Amazon deal also signalling the entry of international players
A decade after the start of the global financial crisis, Lucy O’Carroll reveals the lessons she learned from the dark days of 2007
Amid shifting consumer habits and the imminent arrival of Amazon, Gulf retailers are warned to adapt or face a similar fate to their global peers
As technology continues to develop at pace, we examine the impact on logistics, and how the industry is moving into a new era
Amid tougher economic conditions, technology is bringing change to the Gulf’s personal finance market
The basic steps you should take to ensure you’re making the right hire for your company
Amid slowing global growth and even declining sales last year in the Gulf region, mobile manufacturers are hoping to regain momentum in 2017
Corporate games can lead to a lot of long-term benefits
The next 12 months may define relations and trade between the UAE and East Africa for years to come, says Ahmed Salim
Abdullah Mutawi breaks down the legal aspects businesses in the region should consider when it comes to cybersecurity
Nordic countries have consistently topped lists of the world’s happiness countries. We find out why, and how Gulf countries are working to rise up the rankings
Gulf countries held their positions in this year’s ranking by Henley & Partners
The 2017 edition of Arab Health put 3D printing centre-stage as the healthcare industry looks to capitalise on the UAE’s ambitious innovation drive
The team at research group Marmore MENA Intelligence explain what emerging financing options are available to the region’s chief financial officers
New airport infrastructure is creating optimism among the Middle East’s business jet operators but for manufacturers stagnation concerns remain
Saudi’s social contract places demands on the kingdom’s infrastructure and impacts its job market
There are several benefits to holding a second passport, especially from a European country
We look back at some of the Gulf region’s most important events from the past 12 months
A look at what the Trump presidency could mean for the Gulf region
The $1bn launch of Noon.com is an indication of the big money now at stake in the Middle East’s booming e-commerce market
Erika Masako Welch, business development director for the Middle East at Solidiance, examines the opportunities and challenges for business as Iran opens up
Value added tax is coming to the UAE. Is the country prepared for it?
This year’s Gitex conference was host to giant drones, virtual reality headsets, 3D printed cars and robot police officers, but there were also signs of a more realistic pivot for the future
While the US and UK might not share cultural values with Saudi Arabia, their trade links have ensured a solid and prosperous relationship
What inclusion in major equity indexes might mean for the kingdom’s economy
The move to roll out mandatory health insurance across the GCC is generally viewed as good news for its citizens but what are the implications for insurance companies, health establishments and businesses?