Other Briefings
Saudi Arabia Introduces New Duty-Free Regulations in Arrival Lounges
Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has introduced new regulations for duty-free markets in arrival lounges, aimed at enhancing the travel retail sector.
UAE’s First Vertiport: Pioneering Advanced Air Mobility
The UAE seeks to build an industry-service ecosystem around advanced air mobility (AMM) like eVTOL and other disruptive mobility solutions.
Oman Unveils US$31 Billion Tourism Investment Plans Under ‘Vision 2040’
Oman welcomed 4 million tourists in 2023, a testament to its vibrant tourism landscape. Now the Sultanate has announced major investment plans, aligned with ‘Vision 2040’.
UAE’s Top Emerging Sectors for Investors in 2024
In the UAE, a strategic shift towards economic diversification has catalyzed growth across hospitality, e-commerce, cryptocurrency, and AI.
Chinese EV Maker XPeng Gets Ambitious About the MENA Market in 2024
XPeng announced new additional dealer partnerships in 2024, including with Ali&Sons in the UAE, RAYA Group in Egypt, T Gargour&Fils Group in Jordan, and Gargour Asia SAL Group in Lebanon.
NIO to License Technology to Middle East Start-up Forseven
Chinese new-energy vehicle manufacturer Nio has entered into a technology licensing agreement with Forseven, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi’s CYVN Holdings L.L.C.
UAE and Greece Sign MoU on Digital Infrastructure Investment
UAE and Greece recently signed an MoU agreement, which sets the framework for investing in data center projects and digital infrastructure in Greece.
Dubai’s Tourism Sector: Outlook and Key Drivers
Dubai’s tourism sector success is driven by strategic partnerships, sustainability initiatives, and its emergence as a global hub for relocation, remote work, and leisure.
eSports Sector on the Rise in the Middle East: Outlook, Major Players, and Prospects
As the eSports sector thrives in the Middle East, we delve into the region’s burgeoning gaming culture, governmental initiatives, standout players, and promising future.
Saudi Arabia and Indonesia Collaborate to Elevate the Assurance of Halal Products
Saudi Arabia and Indonesia signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Halal product assurance cooperation in addition to the mutual recognition of each other’s Halal certificates. The agreement was signed between Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH) and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority.
