Interviews

Elevating Türkiye’s investment appeal

Country’s trade volume with UAE, an important economic partner, hit $20 billion in 2023

Visa’s Godfrey Sullivan talks challenges in payments industry, empowering merchants and shaping solutions

Digitally savvy consumers demanding seamless payment options push Visa to innovate

Plaza Premium Group’s Bora Isbulan talks Middle East expansion and post-Covid rebound

An immersive local experience that caters to passengers across categories makes the group’s lounges a preferred destination across airports

Mohammed Al Naimi, CEO of ACT Group, optimistic about evolving business landscape in Saudi Arabia

Increasing competition, new technologies will help raise quality of products and services offered in the market

IHG thrives in the Middle East’s booming travel and tourism market

Leading hospitality brand to open 70 hotels in the region in the next few years

Hilton accelerates growth in the Middle East

New openings to bolster its position as a leading hospitality brand in the region

Four Seasons’ people and culture of service are drivers of hospitality group’s success

Innovative offers – from jet to yacht experience – continue to excite guests from around the world

Miral: Championing Abu Dhabi’s tourism aspirations with group CEO Mohamed Al Zaabi

The company is behind the innovative and immersive experiences on Yas and Saadiyat Islands

Ras Al Khaimah: Global tourism’s next big thing with Raki Phillips, CEO of RAKTDA

Emirate records 8 percent year-on-year growth in tourist arrivals in 2023

John Pagano on Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Red Sea project, the story so far

Upon completion, the tourist destination could contribute SAR 22 billion to the country’s economy

Dubai continues aggressive pursuit of tourism goals with H.E. Issam Kazim, CEO of DCTCM

No let up in developing innovative initiatives to continue the city’s leading position as a global tourism hub

Pillars to boost Abu Dhabi tourism onward and upward with H.E. Saleh Al Geziry

Emirate is committed to celebrating its rich and unique cultural heritage and prioritizing authentic experiences

Global Ventures’ Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi on key sectors shaping UAE’s economy

Sectors such as finance, property development and tourism continue to drive the UAE's non-oil economy

IMF’s executive director Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin on fund’s pivotal role in shaping the future of the global economy

How International Financial Institutions (IFIs) can help countries navigate economic challenges

The World Bank: MENA can be an engine for change, partner for sustainable future

Region must tackle important structural reform agenda to ensure peace and stability

Visa’s CEMEA President Andrew Torre on getting ready for the next wave of digital disruption

Businesses need to be agile, adapt their strategies and invest in digital infrastructure

ADGM’s Emmanuel Givanakis: Robust regulatory frameworks, key to success of the UAE’s financial landscape

With ADGM’s FSRA as a premier advocate, the Emirate is assured a progressive financial service environment

EFG Holding Group CEO Karim Awad: Investing in infrastructure and innovation to stay ahead

Future-proofing business key to meeting shareholder expectations and long-term success

Middle East travel market set to boom as tourists loosen purse strings

Indian tourists’ greater spending potential, surge in Gen X travelers set to buoy tourism

Bain & Company on hitting sustainability goals, overcoming challenges and leveraging opportunities

70 percent of MENA organizations have clear targets, Bain & Company Middle East reveals