Other Briefings
Saudi Arabia’s ICT Hits US$10 Billion: Trends and Implications
Saudi Arabia’s ICT spending surged to over US$10 billion in 2024, driving digital transformation across health, defense, infrastructure, and education.
Qatar and Kuwait Sign Tax Agreement to Boost Economic Ties
Qatar and Kuwait new tax agreement eliminates double taxation and strengthens financial cooperation, boosting bilateral trade and investment.
Dubai Enacts Strong Whistleblower Protection to Safeguard Public Funds
Dubai introduces detailed whistleblower protection measures to safeguard public funds, promote transparency.
GCC Announces Islamic New Year Holiday Dates for Public and Private Sector
Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC) governments have issued Islamic New Year holiday notices for both public and private sectors.
Irish Food and Drink Exports Thrive in the MENA Region
Irish food and drink exports to the MENA region hit EUR€546.9 million in 2024, driven by key markets like the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
UAE Investment Procedure, Requirements for Foreign Investors
Foreign investors can secure 100 percent UAE ownership by following a 16-step Basherenabled licensing path, satisfying AED capital rules, and enjoying a 0–9 percent corporate tax ceiling.
The EU and UAE CEPA Negotiations: Gateway to Deeper Gulf-Europe Integration
The EU and UAE launched CEPA negotiations in mid-2025, aiming to deepen trade and investment ties across key strategic sectors. This bilateral approach marks a pragmatic shift in EU-Gulf relations, unlocking new market and cooperation opportunities.
How to Navigate Intellectual Property Protection in Qatar
A guide to Qatar intellectual property laws, registration processes, and updates for protecting copyrights, trademarks, patents.
EU Removes UAE from High-Risk Money Laundering List
The EU has removed the UAE from its high-risk money laundering list, recognizing substantial AML/CFT reforms and improved oversight. This move aligns with warming EU-UAE ties and coincides with the launch of bilateral free trade agreement negotiations.
GCC IPO Market Q1 2025: Resilient Growth Led by Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman
In Q1 FY2025-26, consumer markets led GCC IPO activity, capturing 42 percent of total proceeds, driven by strong investor interest in lifestyle and retail sectors.
