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Like a latter-day Phoenix, Dubai’s economy has risen from the ashes and is soaring high and fast. So strong is the take-off that the crucial revenue-earning tourism sector has achieved a rare trio of simultaneous plusses – rising hotel rates, an increasing number of visitors and a growing quantity of hotel rooms.

The recognition of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as generators of jobs has become a proven fine art in Dubai, with the establishment of a dedicated agency inside the Department of Economic Development (DED). Between 1000 and 1200 would-be entrepreneurs approach the agency annually seeking advice, help and sometimes practical assistance...

Nigeria’s economy continued to see strong growth in 2013, receiving a major fillip with the completion of the long-awaited privatisation of the power sector, along with a set of heavily oversubscribed bond issues. But calls for greater reform also increased, as it is apparent that many Nigerians and smaller local companies are still struggling to tap into the country’s overall growth.
Although rocked by the worst typhoon in its history late last year, the Philippines was one of Asia’s 2013 success stories, maintaining strong macroeconomic fundamentals and steady GDP growth.

Chapter | The Guide from The Report: Dubai 2014

The guide contains listings of some of the leading hotels and resorts in Dubai, as well as contact information for important government offices and services. It also contains useful tips for first-time, business and leisure visitors.

Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Dubai 2014

Dubai’s resilience in the years following the global economic downturn has helped to re-build confidence amongst the global business community. As of mid-2013 the emirate had a population of 2.16m, nearly 45% of whom were 29 years old or younger, and efforts continue to ensure that the young population is adequately trained and educated to take part in the jobs becoming available. Dubai has set...

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