Thanks to growing global demand for plastics in 2011, Kuwait’s petrochemicals companies reported improved financial results last year. Moreover, the sector looks set to expand, with the government...
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Economic Update | Kuwait: Petrochemicals resurgence
27 Mar 2012
Economic Update | Turkey: Trading up
26 Mar 2012
The recent announcement of plans for the establishment of new free trade agreements (FTAs) with Malaysia and South Korea in the first half of 2012 will likely lead to a significant increase in trade...
Economic Update | Jordan: Ranking high in IT
26 Mar 2012
The recent ranking of Amman as one of the world’s top cities for internet start-ups has highlighted Jordan’s success in the IT sector. The list, compiled by Rachid Sefrioui, the founder of venture...
Economic Update | Oman: Opening up banking
23 Mar 2012
With initial public offerings (IPOs) set to inject much needed capital into the sector and a new independent authority ready to promote transparency and oversee expansion, the Omani banking sector...
Economic Update | Qatar: Developing ICT environment
23 Mar 2012
Seizing opportunities to build its position as a global centre for ICT, Qatar is focusing on niche markets where there is currently a lack of content and services.
Economic Update | Dubai: Going for growth in manufacturing
22 Mar 2012
Dubai’s economy is expected to post solid growth in 2012, with the emirate’s manufacturing industry tipped to be one of the key contributors. The rate of growth, however, will likely depend on how...