Other Briefings
Energy Shock: What GCC-Based Businesses Must Do Right Now
The escalation in Iran has triggered a major energy and logistics shock across the Gulf. Companies operating in the GCC should urgently reassess treasury exposure, supply chains, and contractual risks.
Saudi Arabia’s SEZs (Special Economic Zones): What the New Regulatory Framework Means for Foreign Investors
Saudi Arabia’s SEZs (Special Economic Zones) are now subject to a new, comprehensive regulatory framework offering foreign investors incentives such as reduced corporate tax rates, customs exemptions, and streamlined licensing procedures. The initiative, aligned with Vision 2030, aims to attract global investment in sectors including logistics, advanced manufacturing, maritime industries, and digital technologies.
The Gulf Hub Model Under Stress: What the Middle East Conflict Means for Multinationals in the GCC
The Iran war is putting pressure on the GCC hub model by disrupting the infrastructure that supports regional connectivity.
US-Israel Military Operation on Iran: Gulf Business Impact
This tracker provides a real-time overview of the Middle East conflict’s impact on markets, logistics, aviation, and operations across Gulf economies.
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis: What the Iran Conflict Means for Energy, Shipping, and Business in the Middle East
As the Iran military response triggers a de facto closure of the world’s most critical oil chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz, businesses across the world face immediate and cascading consequences.
US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs: Implications for Gulf Trade and Business
The US Supreme Court struck down the legal basis of Trump’s tariffs regime, with implications for trade and business in the MENA markets.
Investing in Saudi Real Estate Under Vision 2030: Sectors, Cities, and Demand Drivers to Watch
Explore investing in Saudi real estate under Vision 2030. Learn about high-growth sectors, top cities, demand drivers, and opportunities for local and foreign investors.
Chancellor Merz’s Visit to ADNOC Deepens UAE–Germany Relations
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to ADNOC underscores the deepening of UAE–Germany relations from LNG trade toward strategic integration.
GCC, India Launch Free Trade Agreement Talks: Trade, Investment, and Sector Implications
The GCC and India have restarted Free Trade Agreement talks, in a move that could shape tariffs, rules of origin, customs procedures.
GCC–Portugal Relations: Strategic Engagement, Economic Ties, and Emerging Opportunities
GCC–Portugal relations are deepening through growing trade, and Gulf investment into Portuguese energy, infrastructure, and tourism sectors.
