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Saudi Investment Takes Off: PIF’s Stake in London Heathrow
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and French firm Ardian have acquired a combined 37.6% stake in Heathrow Airport for £3.26 billion, marking a strategic move to expand global infrastructure investments and support the airport's modernization plans.
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.
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UK Commits to Defence amid Global Tensions
Britain's plan to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030 reflects its commitment to addressing European and global security threats, particularly in light of escalating tensions with Russia and the need for enhanced NATO contributions, while also expanding military training in Ukraine and strengthening its defense posture in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Chatham House on Sudan: When Think Tanks Misread Conflicts
Outdated Sudan analyses exaggerate Russian, Iranian, and Islamist threats while overlooking RSF atrocities and real political dynamics.
Democracy is Somaliland’s Greatest Threat as it is it’s Blessing
Somaliland's democracy hinges on addressing internal divides than external posturing. Commentary from Foreign Minister Abdirahman Adam.
What Does it Mean to be a Man?
Redefining masculinity: from silence and toughness to leadership, vulnerability, and community support at Gravity Gym Dubai.
Greece’s Olympic Ghosts Haunt a New Generation of Host Nations
Photographers capture the sight of weeds growing through the stands of Athens' Olympic volleyball arena last year, images that quickly went viral.
The Bar is the Limit: My Lessons From My Journey
Justin Garcia, gymnast and coach at Gravity Dubai, shares fitness lessons, cultural barriers, and mental health insights in part two of this three part series.
