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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.
Saudi Arabia Revises Labor Law Penalties to Strengthen Workplace Compliance
Saudi Arabia proposed updated labor law penalties to address workplace violations and enhance occupational safety standards.
UAE Sets June 30 Deadline for Private Sector Emiratization Compliance
UAE Sets June 30 Deadline for Private Sector Emiratization Compliance
Qatar Launches US$1 Billion Investment Incentive Program
Qatar has introduced a US$1 billion incentives program targeting priority sectors such as advanced industries, logistics, digital economy, and finance.
China Expands Visa-Free Entry to GCC Countries: Details and Implications
China expanded visa-free entry to GCC citizens from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, facilitating business and tourism exchanges.
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Ambitions: Trends, Opportunities, and Strategic Challenges
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector is expanding to luxury, eco, and cultural experiences through massive infrastructure and regulatory reforms.
Saudi Arabia Raises Wage Subsidies to 50 Percent for 63 Tourism-Related Jobs
Saudi Arabia has expanded its wage subsidy program to cover 50 percent of salaries for 63 tourism-related occupations. This move aims to boost Saudization and empower the national workforce for Vision 2030 reforms.
UAE-Serbia CEPA Comes into Force, Strengthening Strategic Trade and Investment Ties
The UAE-Serbia CEPA came into force in May 2025, eliminating tariffs on 96 percent of goods and boosting bilateral trade and investment.
How to Obtain a Residence Visa in the UAE: Routes and Requirements for Global Professionals
We navigate you through how to obtain a residence visa in the UAE. From Golden Visas to Green Residencies and Virtual Work Permits, the UAE offers multiple visa pathways for professionals, investors, freelancers, and entrepreneurs.
Qatar Proposes Draft AI Regulations for Financial Markets
Qatar has unveiled draft regulations to govern the use of AI in the financial sector, reinforcing its commitment to responsible innovation.
