Oman’s manufacturing sector is reaching a defining milestone — contributing an estimated USD 10 billion (RO 3.879 billion) to GDP in 2025, marking steady year-on-year growth of 7.2%. This is more than a strong headline number. It signals structural change — and long-term intent. As global economies accelerate diversification strategies, Oman’s industrial base is emerging…

What does it take for a country to leap from regional investment hub to global investment powerhouse? In the UAE’s case, the answer lies in a combination of strategic vision, diversified economic reforms, and an ability to attract capital from across the world. Over the past year, the Emirates have not only exceeded inbound investment…

The question facing the GCC construction market in 2026 is no longer one of scale, but of intent. As sustainability and digitalisation reshape delivery models, international players must decide whether they aim to chase projects — or help shape the future of how the region builds. Sustainability has moved firmly from ambition to requirement. Across…

Saudi Arabia’s ambition to attract USD 10.7 billion in investment into its recycling industry by 2035 marks a decisive shift: waste management is no longer just a municipal function — it’s becoming a core industrial sector. Through a new national licensing framework, the Kingdom has formally integrated recycling into its industrial ecosystem, covering eight activity…

At a time when global foreign direct investment is under pressure, the UAE has gone against the grain. In 2025, the country attracted more than USD 45 billion in FDI, marking a nearly 50% year-on-year increase and capturing over half of all investment flows into the Middle East. For businesses considering expansion into the UAE,…

In every era of transformation, there comes a moment when leaders must stop forecasting the future and start building it. We are at one of those inflection points. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mubadala’s Group CEO highlighted a defining reality: the pace of technological change — driven by #AI and #robotics — has…

The announcement of seven new malls opening across the UAE in 2026 signals far more than another wave of commercial real estate projects. It reflects a retail sector that continues to expand, diversify, and evolve in response to shifting consumer expectations. The UAE’s retail market (projected to surpass USD 120 billion by 2026) —already one of…

At first glance, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) — long synonymous with oil wealth — may appear to be entering a more restrained phase of growth. Ambition, geopolitics, and technology are aligning in ways not seen before — creating a window that will define the region’s trajectory for decades. For global companies, the question is…

The UAE beauty market is continues to enter a new phase where AI is transforming shoppers from passive consumers into informed decision-makers. What was once driven by in-store consultation and brand messaging is now shaped by data-led personalisation, immersive digital tools, and intelligent guidance, reflecting the region’s high digital adoption and appetite for premium experiences.…

Last week, the Dubai Airshow 2025 officially closed its doors — but the ripples from its announcements, deals, and demonstrations will reverberate across the aviation world for years to come. This year was defined by bold orders, local industrial growth, and major signals about where the region is heading. Big Orders, Bigger Ambitions UAE carriers made…