A drive to restructure Turkey’s agricultural sector that includes ambitious plans to expand fruit and vegetable production is set to open the door for foreign investors looking to meet growing demand...
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Economic Update | Turkey: Greenhouse expansion to boost agricultural investment
19 Feb 2013
Economic Update | Dubai: Negotiating mortgage lending
19 Feb 2013
The UAE’s central bank has postponed plans to implement a cap on mortgage lending, a move welcomed by Dubai bankers who had been concerned the tight restrictions originally proposed could limit...
Economic Update | Jordan: Energy price rises inevitable
18 Feb 2013
Ongoing energy concerns continue to plague Jordanian manufacturers despite an overall resilient performance from the sector in 2012. As the country grapples with slow economic growth, subdued...
Economic Update | Qatar: Number portability makes its long-awaited debut
14 Feb 2013
The introduction of mobile number portability (MNP) in Qatar, a move the industry regulator says will boost competition, may indeed provide a boost for Vodafone Qatar, but with mobile penetration...
Economic Update | Kuwait: Privatisation lift-off nears
14 Feb 2013
A recent decision by a parliamentary committee is expected to clear the way for the privatisation of Kuwait’s national airline, which in turn could reinvigorate a long-stalled programme to open up...
Economic Update | Abu Dhabi: New farming methods give local crops a boost
12 Feb 2013
Efforts to raise the profile of farmers and their produce in Abu Dhabi are gathering strength as the emirate steps up its bid to generate greater food production. Addressing the challenges stemming...
