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BUSINESS
UAE Unlocks Opportunities in the African Continent
The UAE and Kenya sign a groundbreaking trade pact, unlocking billion-dollar opportunities for East Africa.
BUSINESS
On Cloud Nine: Female Entrepreneurship in Dubai
Women are breaking barriers across numerous industries in Dubai. This is driven by government support, increased access to education, and gender diversity initiatives.
BUSINESS
Expats & New Emirates
Soaring rents in Dubai are driving expats to Sharjah and Ajman, where lower housing costs and a manageable commute, offer an affordable alternative amidst rising demand from expats relocating to the UAE.
BUSINESS
From Desert to Global Leader: The UAE
The United Arab Emirates is the most economically competitive country in the Middle East as of 2024. The UAE continues to surpass its Gulf peers, as well as the U.S. and UK, because of business-friendly regulation, economic diversification, and world-class infrastructure.
BUSINESS
Abu Dhabi and Riyadh Lead the MENA M&A Market
The latest development, on Vision 2030 for Saudi Arabia and Vision 2031 for the UAE, involves a $36 billion M&A boom. By creating joint ventures and acquiring international entities, companies in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are capitalising on global market opportunities while reinforcing regional ties.
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Young Voters Could Decide France’s Next President
Hate-speech allegations bruise Bardella and energise Mélenchon, but household finances and young-voter turnout will determine who wins France's presidency.
Sánchez Rents His Fate to Housing Anger
Sánchez is betting housing anger can save his government, but voters may blame him for the crisis.
Renault Goes Leaner: Drones and Electric Cars
Renault's falling petrol sales are paying for electric access, but real ownership is still missing for French households.
France: The Budget Strain Behind Raging School Protests
France's school protests began with overcrowded classes and missing teachers, but street violence and a budget fight now threaten to bury the grievances behind them.
Saudi Arabia Pays Cultural Businesses to Adopt AI
Riyadh's grants for AI in museums, fashion and film show a strategy aimed at spreading the technology beyond data centres and into everyday business.


