Other Briefings
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.
UAE–Vietnam Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Enters Into Force
The UAE–Vietnam CEPA has entered into force, significantly deepening bilateral trade and investment ties through tariff liberalization, improved market access, and enhanced economic cooperation.
Qatar Cabinet Approves GCC–New Zealand FTA: What It Means for Qatar’s Trade and Investment Strategy
Qatar Cabinet approved the draft GCC-New Zealand FTA, moving the bloc closer to finalising a major external trade accord.
UAE Economy Set for 5% Growth in 2026: What It Means for Businesses and Investors
Following an estimated 5.4 percent expansion in 2025, the UAE economy is expected to grow by around 5 percent in 2026, supported by rising oil production, resilient non-oil activity, expansionary fiscal policy, and deepening trade integration.
