To what extent has Dubai adopted a more conservative and fiscally responsible approach in terms of funding its expansion since the global crisis?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar from The Report: Dubai 2013
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Adnan Chilwan, Deputy CEO, Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) from The Report: Dubai 2013
How has the banking industry strengthened its position since the onset of the financial crisis?
Adnan Chilwan: The financial downturn adversely affected the entire global financial industry. However, thanks to the decisive action taken by the UAE government in 2008, the country’s financial services sector is in a very strong...
Interviews & Viewpoints | David Cameron, UK Prime Minister, on trade links with the GCC from The Report: Dubai 2013
This year, Britain welcomed the world. We’ve had the extraordinary success of the Olympics and the pageant and tradition of the Diamond Jubilee. From heads of state and business leaders to athletes and spectators, Britain has been showing everyone what we can do best.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Mohammed Ahli, Director-General, Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) from The Report: Dubai 2013
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Kim Sung-hwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Republic of Korea from The Report: Dubai 2013
Interviews & Viewpoints | Bruce B Palmer, Managing Partner in Oman, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, on international trade agreements and FDI from The Report: Oman 2013
Over the past 42 years of Oman’s development and modernisation under Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, the oil and gas sector has powered the economy, contributing the largest share of national revenue. In recent years, however, there has been growing recognition that Oman must reduce its dependence on hydrocarbons and diversify its economy. This is reflected in the...