Op-eds

The GCC’s digital leap is setting the bar for smarter immigration

Immigrant populations range from as low as 40 percent in Oman to over 88 percent in Qatar

Why Roblox sees the Middle East as an opportunity for digital creators

The Middle East supports an impressive creator economy, thanks in part to government policies and investments

What are the impacts of U.S. tariffs on economies, metals and more?

The U.S. imports a significant amount of gold and silver doré from Canada and Mexico for refining, which has now become more expensive

Enhancing healthcare, driving progress

Healthcare is one industry that has so much potential to shape a nation’s growth

Maserati MC20 portrays the true DNA of the Trident

The marque’s super-sports car, the MC20, sits on a pedestal of its own

What science say about the effect of workspace design on our minds

Biophilic design elements in offices can help reduce stress

The UAE makes a giant leap into the energy storage space

The world’s first 24/7 solar PV, battery storage giga scale project will help unlock the potential of solar energy

How 2025 will shape the future of development with sustainability, innovation, and community

This year will see a heightened focus on environmental responsibility, smart technologies, and well-being

Can the GCC redefine its social contracts for a sustainable future?

As fiscal pressures mount, GCC nations must reshape their welfare models to ensure sustainability and bridge economic divides

The UAE is a major global collaborator in the Intelligent Age

Harnessing innovation for a smarter, more inclusive future

The impact of macroeconomic indicators on forex pairs linked to GCC currencies

Explore how regional macroeconomic indicators affect currency pairs involving GCC currencies like the AED and SAR

The Barcelona EDITION: A serene retreat in the avant-garde capital of Spain

In this unique urban resort, the modern meets the sophisticated in a way that feels both intimate and exhilarating

A pivotal year for progress

As we face the year 2025, the MENA region is poised for growth, with the non-oil economy playing a critical role

The New 2025 INFINITI QX80: Revamped and ready to conquer

With 450 horsepower and 701 Nm of torque, the new QX80 is both more efficient and impressive

The OPEC+ will face pitfalls of geopolitics, U.S. energy shift in 2025

Since October 2022, the organization has cut crude oil production by 5.8 million barrels per day

Prioritizing sustainability: A new era for the Middle East

Region is in a unique position to take on a leadership role in the global transition to a more sustainable future

COP29: A turning point, not a failure

Amid the calls for nations to act on reducing emissions, the significant catalyst of green innovation lies in private sector investment

Data monetization in sports: Unlocking opportunities in the Middle East

The Middle East's sports industry is expected to grow by 8.7 percent by 2026 – more than double the global sector growth

Exploring the use of AI translation tools in the workplace in the UAE and KSA

About 84 percent of UAE and Saudi professionals have incorporated translation tools into their workflows

MENA IT spending to reach $230.7 billion in 2025

Data center systems are expected to remain the segment with the highest annual growth rate in the region

From smoke rings to science: The evolving world of tobacco

How industry leader British American Tobacco (BAT) is pioneering the development of innovative smokeless products