Other Briefings
UAE and Greece Sign MoU on Digital Infrastructure Investment
UAE and Greece recently signed an MoU agreement, which sets the framework for investing in data center projects and digital infrastructure in Greece.
Dubai Announces 5-Year Multiple Entry Visas for Indians
With a proposed 2-5 day processing timeline, the 5-year multiple-entry visas will boost ease of Indians traveling to Dubai.
Indian Firms Explore Opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s Pharmaceutical Market
Indian pharmaceutical companies are actively exploring opportunities in the US$8.9 billion Saudi Arabia pharmaceutical market.
Dubai’s Tourism Sector: Outlook and Key Drivers
Dubai’s tourism sector success is driven by strategic partnerships, sustainability initiatives, and its emergence as a global hub for relocation, remote work, and leisure.
IMF Revises Expectations for Saudi Arabia’s GDP Rebound
The IMF revised its 2024 forecast for Saudi Arabia’s GDP to 2.7 percent as the kingdom intends to keep oil production on the lower side.
Saudi Arabia and Jordan Ink Memorandum of Cooperation to Support SMEs
Central to the agreement are initiatives geared towards enhancing skills, strengthening trade relations, and promoting innovation within the SME sector.
UAE, India Sign Pacts on Investment Treaty, Linking Digital Payments, IMEEC
India and the UAE signed a bilateral investment agreement and inked a framework deal on the India-Middle East Economic Corridor, besides various MoUs, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to the UAE.
UK Rolls Out Two-Year Multiple Entry Visa Scheme to Gulf, Jordanian Citizens
The UK has expanded a two-year multiple-entry visa scheme to citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, and Jordan.
UAE Economic Outlook 2024: Resilience, Growth, and Strategic Initiatives
UAE’s central bank predicts a 5.7% GDP growth for the country in 2024, supported by the performance of key non-oil sectors like real estate, tourism, and transportation.
Dubai’s Emirates Airline Introduces Pre-Approved Visa on Arrival for Select Indian Travelers
Emirates Airline, in collaboration with VFS Global, has introduced a new visa tailored for travelers from India, offering greater flexibility and cost efficiency for last-minute and short-term journeys to the region.
