While the acquisition of iconic British department store Harrods in May by Qatar Holding – one of the government’s investment vehicles – made international headlines, the country’s domestic retail...
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Economic Update | Retail on a Roll
22 Jul 2010
Economic Update | Indonesia: Higher education
22 Jul 2010
Indonesia’s education system is in for a major overhaul, with the government unveiling plans to increase compulsory education to 12 years. However, some experts warn that the country’s schools have...
Economic Update | Abu Dhabi: Higher education revamp
22 Jul 2010
Higher education in Abu Dhabi, which is seen as integral to the success of the emirate’s future economy, was given a boost recently when the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) unveiled plans to...
Economic Update | Property Debate
22 Jul 2010
The Bahamas’ real estate sector has reacted cautiously to plans by the government to raise the stamp duty on property sales, with some concerned the additional charges could discourage investors.
Economic Update | Presenting the 10th Malaysia Plan, 2011-2015
22 Jul 2010
Today [June 10] sees a key moment in Malaysian economic policy, as Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak presents the 10th Malaysia Plan (10MP) to Parliament. The 10MP is the...
Economic Update | Opportunities Abound
22 Jul 2010
Indonesia’s huge infrastructure investment programme and rapid economic growth are powering up the construction sector, with opportunities aplenty for both foreign and domestic contractors.
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