On August 11, 2025, the US–China tariff truce was extended for another 90 days, halting planned tariff hikes and providing businesses short-term stability.
Oman is emerging as a strategic GCC transshipment hub, with Salalah and Duqm offering secure, high-capacity alternatives.
The UAE’s healthcare market offers investment opportunities across hospitals, pharmaceutical and biotech, medical devices, and much more.
Maintaining a dormant company in the UAE offers flexibility with ongoing compliance, while full closure provides finality but involves higher upfront costs and procedural complexity.
Sharjah’s Instant License allows entrepreneurs to start a business in just 1 day. Learn about eligibility, benefits, process, and penalties for this fast-track license introduced by SEDD.
Dubai’s One Freezone Passport delivers significant operational efficiency by eliminating the need for separate licensing in each free zone, enabling companies to enter new markets faster and at a lower cost.
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