Efforts to expand the role of entrepreneurs and small-scale enterprises in Sharjah are gathering momentum, due to a combination of regulatory changes, new incentives and supporting infrastructure.
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Oman 2018
Located in the south-eastern quarter of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman is the only member of the GCC situated outside of the Gulf. Leveraging its strategic location, Oman has invested in infrastructure with the goal of becoming a global logistics centre. While the country is less hydrocarbons-rich than its GCC neighbours, diversification efforts are nonetheless a driving force. The sultanate’s...
The effects of lower oil prices continue to be felt in Oman, with budget cuts and spending rationalisation still in evidence across the board. However, higher commodity prices in late 2017 and into early 2018 should provide a welcome boost to state revenues.
Economic view | Majid Jafar, CEO, Crescent Petroleum
22 Feb 2018
Articles & Analysis | Important telephone numbers in Dubai from The Report: Dubai 2018
Cabinet Affairs & Future 04 396 7555 Culture, Youth & Community Development 800 552255 Defence 04 353 2222 Economy 04 314 1555 Education 800 5115 Energy 800 5115 Environment & Water 02 449 5100 Finance 04 393 9000 Foreign Affairs 04 404 0000 Health 04 230 1000 Higher Education & Scientific Research 02 642 8000 Interior 800 5000...
Articles & Analysis | Useful information for travellers in Dubai from The Report: Dubai 2018
LANGUAGE: Arabic is the official language, although English is the most widely spoken language in Dubai. Public signs are often in both Arabic and English. Other languages in common use include Hindi, Urdu, Tagalog, Persian, Chinese, French and Russian.