Since gaining independence in 1971 Qatar has developed into an economic, political and cultural powerhouse in the Middle East. With a relatively small population and substantial revenue generated from having the third-largest proven natural gas reserves globally, Qatar has one of the world’s highest GDP per capita, at nearly $62,000 at current prices and $103,000 in purchasing power parity in...
The Middle East Economy
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Qatar 2022
As with other countries around the world, Qatar’s economy was affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and its wide-ranging effects in global markets, including...
Qatar is leveraging its resources to become a knowledge-based, diversified economy fuelled by a dynamic private sector. As such, the country is investing in strategic areas such as agriculture, services, and research and development to further move the economy away from its dependence on hydrocarbons and attract greater foreign direct investment.
Chapter | Table of Contents from The Report: Sharjah 2021
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Sharjah is the UAE’s third-largest emirate, accounting for just over 3% of the country’s territory, and has long played an important cultural and economic role in the region. Home to six free zones, two amphitheatres, around 30 museums and various annual festivals that attract visitors from around the world, the emirate has a wide offering when it comes to manufacturing, commerce and culture....
The Guide contains listings of leading hotels and resorts in Sharjah for both business and leisure travellers, helpful information for new arrivals to the emirate and details on current visa requirements for tourists.