The local tourism sector received a welcome boost on April 13 when Ras Al Khaimah’s ruler, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, issued a decree to establish a dedicated Tourism Development Authority. The...
Filter by
Displaying 4135 to 4140 of 6094
Economic Update | RAK: Playing to its strengths
2 May 2011
Economic Update | Malaysia: Investment grade
2 May 2011
Following a strong year in 2010, Malaysia’s manufacturing sector looks set for a repeat performance in 2011 in its effort to draw in foreign investment. The Malaysian Investment Development Authority...
Economic Update | Nigeria: Cementing infrastructure
28 Apr 2011
While manufacturers in Nigeria have long had to grapple with constraining operating conditions, such as an intermittent power supply, cement producers have managed to establish an enviable track...
Economic Update | Jordan: Extending its reach
26 Apr 2011
Jordan has begun ramping up efforts to increase foreign investment into the kingdom and is looking farther afield than usual to do it. With the IMF revising down its economic growth projection for...
Economic Update | Kuwait: Port plans
25 Apr 2011
Kuwait’s ambition to become a leading trading centre for the region took a step forward earlier this month, when the foundation stone for the new Mubarak Al Kabir port was laid, at a ceremony...
Economic Update | Saudi Arabia: Focus on food security
25 Apr 2011
While the Kingdom may be transitioning away from domestic wheat production, Saudi Arabia is stepping up efforts to ensure food security by increasing imports and investing in agricultural projects...
