This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, the US-China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025.
Oman has implemented Royal Decree 38/2025, establishing an updated framework for special economic zones (SEZs) and free zones (FZs).
The UAE’s healthcare market offers investment opportunities across hospitals, pharmaceutical and biotech, medical devices, and much more.
Egypt has eliminated capital gains tax on stock transactions, introducing a low, fixed stamp duty to simplify compliance market participation.
For cross-border contracts in the GCC, Saudi Arabia’s 2023 revised SCCA Arbitration Rules offer a practical alternative to UAE centers.
Saudi Arabia offers a range of visa options for travelers, catering to diverse purposes such as tourism, business, pilgrimage, and residency. Navigating the visa application process and ensuring compliance with validity and status checks is crucial for a smooth travel experience.
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