Tag: Middle East

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Trump 2.0: A Critical Chapter but Not the Whole Story for MENA 

Donald Trump's return to the White House emphasizes transactional diplomacy, reshaping U.S. engagement in the MENA region. Decision-makers must navigate structural changes while adapting strategies amidst evolving alliances and market dynamics. Yet to view Trump 2.0 as the defining arc of MENA’s strategic future would be shortsighted. His return to power is a critical chapter, yes—but not the whole story.  ...

April 22, 2025 / Ramy Reda
Middle East

APCO Announces New MENA Leadership Structure, Eyes Growth in Region’s Key Markets

Global advisory and advocacy firm APCO today announced a new leadership structure for its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operations, which lays the foundations for further growth in 2025 and beyond...

March 10, 2025
Shanghai and Dubai

The Strengthening Relationship Between the Gulf and Asia in 2025

In 2025, the Gulf and Asia will strengthen their historic ties, fueled by growing trade, investment and innovation. With Gulf-China trade projected to surpass Western economies and shared goals of diversification, these regions are reshaping global markets and economic collaboration....

January 21, 2025 / Georgina Whittle
Ramadan

Beyond Ramadan: Lessons from the Iftar Table on Muslim Community Engagement

With 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide, it is likely that a portion of your workforce observes Ramadan. This ninth month of the Islamic calendar is the yearly spiritual pinnacle for many Muslims, and in recent years, it has become a heightened opportunity for conscious brands and organizations to connect meaningfully with global audiences....

March 25, 2024 / Faiza Riaz
Dubai Skyline

GCC Tourism Growth Has Lessons for Governments

How did the GCC countries consolidate and grow their tourism offer while being locked in for over a year during COVID-19?...

June 28, 2022 / Mathilda Saad
Israel-UAE

The UAE-Israel Normalization Agreement: Business Opportunities and Geopolitical Implications

The normalization promotes new opportunities for investments in Israel and the UAE, removing political barriers that may have hindered past region-wide cooperation....

August 26, 2020 / Lana Osher, Noam Ivri Adanani
Israel and United States

The UAE-Israel Normalization Agreement: Looking at the Underlying Motivations

In seeking a normalization agreement with one of the most influential and technologically advanced Arab countries, Israel has sought to establish a new paradigm, in which its regional relations and integration are not necessarily preconditioned on progress in the Palestinian peace track or pan-Arab ideological solidarity....

August 25, 2020 / Noam Ivri Adanani
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The UAE-Israel Agreement to Normalize Relations: A New Middle East?

Israeli and Emirati officials are to meet in the coming weeks and sign agreements constituting this “Abraham Accord,” regarding issues such as the establishment of direct flights, investments and trade, technology and health cooperation, and the opening of embassies, among other topics....

August 24, 2020 / Noam Ivri Adanani
Middle East Region from Space

Gulf Employees Look to Governments for COVID-19 Guidance

New research from APCO Insight shows that concerns about the impact of COVID-19 are high in the Arabian Gulf....

March 23, 2020 / Mamoon Sbeih
Dubai at Dusk

The Future of Europe’s Role in the Middle East

In the midst of fierce competition and seemingly occupied business space, there still are geopolitical, strategic and economic opportunities for European businesses....

June 24, 2019 / Nic Labuschagne