As the emirate celebrates its victory in the bid to host World Expo 2020, infrastructure and transport development is expected to attract significant investment over the next few years. GDP growth reached 4.9% in the first half of 2013, the strongest result for the January-June period since 2008. Trade, the strongest of the emirate’s economic foundations, continues to grow, with non-oil...
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Articles & Analysis | Home away from home: Nigeria Hotel Listings from The Report: Nigeria 2013
View contact details and general information for some of the leading hotels and resorts in Nigeria
Articles & Analysis | Festival fever: Largely overlooked by international travellers, the vibrant festival scene is unexplored and unspoiled from The Report: Nigeria 2013
With more than 250 ethnic groups, hundreds of languages spoken, and a reverence for traditional beliefs and customs, Nigeria boasts a vibrant cultural heritage which is preserved and celebrated in numerous festivals around the country. Nigerians’ flavour for exuberance, unabashed bravado and natural inclination for showmanship make these...
Articles & Analysis | Facts for visitors: Helpful tips for business and leisure travellers from The Report: Nigeria 2013
useful information for visitors to Nigeria
This section includes an article about festivals as well as information on hotels, contact details for government agencies and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics like currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.
Economic update | Oman Year in Review 2013
26 Jan 2014
Stable growth in Oman during 2013 is expected to continue this year, supported by both an increase in oil production and the government’s fiscal policies, with the non-oil sector set to boost expansion.