Other Briefings
Consumer Trends in the Middle East 2025: Key Findings and Market Insights
In 2025, Middle East consumer trends are being reshaped under economic pressures, health awareness, digital adoption, and sustainability concerns.
Due Diligence Checklist for Acquisitions in Qatar, Oman and Bahrain
Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain stand out as acquisition destinations because of their pro-investment reforms, but they also require careful due diligence.
India-UAE CEPA, Non-Oil Trade, and Transshipment of Goods
The India-UAE CEPA is driving non-oil trade growth through tariff cuts, easier movement for people, and simplified rules of origin.
The Rise of Renewable Energy in the Middle East: Projects, Policies, and Prospects
The Middle East is rapidly to transitioning renewable energy, with investments in solar, wind, hydrogen, driving economic diversification.
Oman’s New Special Economic Zones and Free Zones Law: Implications for Investors
Oman has implemented Royal Decree 38/2025, establishing an updated framework for special economic zones (SEZs) and free zones (FZs).
Comparing FDI Incentive Models: Abu Dhabi Hub Vs Riyadh SEZs
Abu Dhabi and Riyadh compete for FDI with different incentive models, and both aim to position themselves as global hubs.
UAE New Rules for Leadership in Public Joint Stock Companies
UAE Resolution 24 of 2025 allows companies to combine Chairman and CEO roles under strict safeguards, with 75% independent boards.
Opportunities for Chinese Businesses in the UAE: Trade, Tech, and Energy
From logistics and energy to digital trade, the UAE is a gateway for Chinese businesses into Middle East, Africa and beyond.
Hong Kong and Jordan Sign Comprehensive Double Taxation Agreement (CDTA)
The Hong Kong–Jordan Double Taxation Agreement (CDTA) reduces withholding taxes, eliminates double taxation, and provides legal clarity.
Steps to Set Up a Business in Egypt’s Public Free Zones
How to register and operate your business in Egypt’s public free zones. We review the application steps, fees, guarantees and more.
