Other Briefings
Private Tuition Work Permits In The UAE
For many years a grey area, and strictly banned during the COVID-19 pandemic, private tuition at home has now been accepted formally in the UAE. On Monday, (December 18, 2033) authorities from education and employment sectors joined hands to regulate “the provision of private lessons for students outside educational institutions”.
An Introduction To The Suez Canal Economic Zone
In a region pulsating with economic vibrancy, the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) distinguishes itself as an investment destination to watch. Its strategic location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, enticing incentives, and unwavering commitment to sustainability make SCZONE an unparalleled choice for those seeking investment opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa. Established in 2015 as the […]
Kazakhstan, UAE Create Transportation JV To Facilitate Central Asia – Middle East Trade
In the presence of Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, AD Ports Group of Abu Dhabi has signed an agreement with Kazakhstan’s Temir Zholy JSC (Kazakhstan Railways), the Kazkah national railway company and a leader in transportation and logistics in Central Asia, to form a joint venture to enhance rail connectivity, maritime shipping […]
Multilateral Trade Between the UAE and Pakistan: 2023 / 24 Status and Prospects
Pending CEPA and FTA could provide a significant bilateral trade boost By Farzad Ramezani Bonesh Relations between Pakistan and the UAE date back to 1971. Pakistan is one of the first countries to recognize the UAE and played a role in the development of the UAE’s key institutions. Frequent high-level visits and regular consultations and […]
Oman, India Discuss CEPA and Bilateral Trade Growth
By Chris Devonshire-Ellis A comprehensive economic agreement, a fresh tranche of investments, and the possibility of establishing bilateral rupee trade featured in talks between India and Oman on Saturday, (December 16) during the state visit of Oman’s ruler, Sultan Haitam bin Tarik. This was the first visit by an Omani ruler to India since 1997.
Dubai To Establish New Commercial investment Fund
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai has issued a law to establish the Dubai Investment Fund, “an independent public entity” to drive investments in strategically important projects on behalf of the government. The newly established fund will hold stakes in entities including utility […]
Japan’s Multilateral Trade with the GCC; 2023 / 2024 Status and Prospects
By Farzad Ramezani Bonesh Japan’s foreign policy goals and priorities are mentioned in the country’s constitution, with measures and approaches such as the approval of the National Security Strategy (NSS) and National Defense Program Guidelines (NDPG). Japan is ready to play a greater role in the GCC, strengthen diplomatic missions, preserve, and promote Japan’s national […]
Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Injects New Capital Into China’s Middle East Development
Saudi Arabia targets Chinese SME tech investors with a US$1 billion investment fund Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), part of its Sovereign Wealth Fund, has injected fresh capital into eWTP Arabia Capital (eWTPA), a Riyadh-based venture firm focused on Chinese business expansion in the Middle East.
Getting Regionally Prepared For The Middle East’s New Tax Regimes
Sweeping changes are taking place amongst the Gulf Cooperation Council members that will significantly impact Foreign Investors In the Middle East’s rapidly evolving business investment environment, a transformative digital tax wave is sweeping through Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, which also brings changes to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE. […]
Russian President Putin Visits Saudi Arabia and the UAE; Talks With Iran: The Political, Trade and Development Dynamics
Implications for Israel, Palestine, and future energy collaboration in addition to Caspian Sea trade between the Middle East, Russia, and Central Asia By Chris Devonshire-Ellis The Russian President Vladimir Putin has been on an official visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and is holding discussions with the Iranian President Raisi in Moscow today (Thursday, […]
