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February 15, 2024
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Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia

by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates.

 
 

MIDDLE EAST EDITION

 
 
 

TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

 
 
 
UAE Economic Outlook 2024: Resilience, Growth, and Strategic Initiatives
 
The UAE demonstrates economic resilience with GDP forecasts pointing at a robust 5.7 percent growth.
 
 
 
UAE, India Sign Pacts on Investment Treaty, Linking Digital Payments, IMEEC
 
On February 13, UAE and India signed a bilateral investment treaty and multiple MoUs in the field of regional connectivity, energy, fintech, culture, power trade, and digital infrastructure.
 
 
 
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 eligible travelers from India, offering greater flexibility and cost efficiency for last-minute and short-term journeys to the region.
 
 
 
UK Rolls Out Two-Year Multiple Entry Visa Scheme to Gulf, Jordanian Citizens
 
From February 1, 2024, all nationals of these countries planning on traveling to the UK will be required to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme.
 
 
 
How Israel’s Innovation Aligns with China’s Policy Priorities: Unlocking Investment Opportunities
 
China and Israel share similar economic priorities, with Israel’s strengths in areas such as HealthTech, AgriTech, Greentech, and Cleantech, offering significant collaboration opportunities.
 
 
 

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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

 
 
 
India’s Manufacturing Landscape in 2024: Key Sectors, Challenges, Competitiveness, and Schemes
 
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | 2:30 PM India Time / 4:00 PM Vietnam Time / 5:00 PM China Time
 
 
 
Indonesia's Electric Vehicle Supply Chain Industry: Opportunities and Incentives for Global Investors
 
Webinar | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 3:00 PM Jakarta / 4:00 PM China / 9:00 AM CET
 
 
 
Setting Up SMEs in Vietnam: Essential Step-by-Step Guide 2024
 
Webinar | Thursday, February 29 | 4:00 PM Vietnam / 5:00 PM China / 10:00 AM ICT
 
 
 
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