Other Briefings
Dubai New Onshore Access Framework for Free Zone Companies
Dubai new Decision No. 11 of 2025 enables free zone companies to legally operate in mainland Dubai through new licensing pathways, reducing structural inefficiencies and enhancing market access. The reform supports phased implementation, with key milestones ahead, and strengthens Dubai’s position as a regional business hub.
Bahrain Ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty: Advancing Gulf Economic Integration
Bahrain ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty, in a key move for economic integration and regional alignment on investment standards.
How GCC Economies are Navigating Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Better Than the Rest
Under Trump’s 2025 tariffs, GCC economies are outperforming regional peers, aided by oil wealth and growing trade ties with Asia.
Understanding Implications of Qatar’s Employment Laws on Your Business
Qatar’s updated employment laws offer clarity on contracts, foreign worker rights, and termination regulations, influencing business operations and compliance strategies.
EU and UAE Agree to Launch Free Trade Talks: Outlook and Opportunities
The EU and UAE are set to launch formal trade talks aiming for a comprehensive agreement covering goods, services, and strategic sectors.
UAE Residency Through Business in Dubai: 2025 Guide
Dubai in 2025 offers attractive business residency opportunities, allowing entrepreneurs to obtain residency through streamlined business setup processes.
UAE-India CEPA at Three Years: Trade and Investment Growth, Opportunities
The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) accelerates bilateral trade, boosting market efficiency.
Egypt and the US Sign US$235 Million Locomotive Deal, Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Amid global tariff uncertainty, Egypt and US trade ties reinforced with a US$235 million railway modernization deal.
Saudi Arabia’s HR Ministry Digital Initiative Reduces Need for Office Visits
Saudi Arabia’s HR Ministry streamlines labor services via its Qiwa virtual branch, cutting labor office visits by 93 percent.
Saudi Arabia Business Licenses Types: A 2025 Guide for Foreign Investors
There is a variety of business licenses available to foreign investors in Saudi Arabia, including service, industrial, commercial ones.
