Op-eds

Mastering crisis management in an unpredictable world

Adopting proactive crisis response and embracing crises as opportunities for growth and transformation can help businesses thrive amid uncertainty

UAE corporate tax: What is small business relief and who can apply for it?

Small business relief rules require small businesses to register under corporate tax and use simpler tax filing procedures

Residents have gone digital, it’s time communities do the same

Strategic technological investment is key to transforming community and resident experiences

UAE corporate tax: Natural persons and threshold for taxable turnover

If a natural person's turnover does not exceed AED1 million, they are not required to register for corporate tax

The tourism marvel that is the Middle East

Public and private initiatives drive growth

Emerging trends shape future of F&B in hospitality in Dubai

Sustainability, technology and experiential dining are changing your traditional eating-out experience

Miral destinations to explore when in Abu Dhabi

From Saadiyat Island’s Cultural District to four world-class theme parks on Yas Island

Want an exquisite getaway for summer? Here are 5 luxurious ultra-private escapes

Private oases located in stunning European and Maldivian destinations

Saudi Summer: Cooler summer next door – a gateway to culture and leisure adventures

Country’s summer program for 2024 features over 550 tourism products and 150 special offers

The great harmony of history and adventure

Experiencing Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE’s next big tourism destination

Surviving the sharing economy trend: Strategic moves for the hospitality industry

The sharing economy in travel has seen remarkable growth, reaching a market size of $10.7 billion in the GCC alone by 2024

A traveler’s guide to being cyber-safe

From creating a throwaway social media account to avoiding installing random things

Sustainable tourism is no longer enough; we must give back to our planet

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea and AMAALA are standout examples of regenerative tourism

Unleashing the power of tourism: The engine of UAE’s thriving economy

International tourist arrivals expected to increase by 17.3 million between 2024 and 2029

Dubai’s real estate: A magnet for global wealth

Near constant investments in infrastructure and connectivity have provided a robust foundation for economic growth and high living standards

MENA’s economic landscape: Positive outlook amid persistent challenges

Analysts forecast a tepid year-on-year GDP increase this 2024, ranging from 2.4 to 2.7 percent

The rise of the digital economy: Banks as architects of GCC’s financial future

Open banking and digital payments among technologies that drive transformation in the finance industry

What’s behind the U.S. dollar’s dominance, and what can end it?

Dollar accounts for over 60 percent of global central bank reserves, making it the world’s most widely held currency

Key factors influencing gold, crude oil performance in H1 2024

From economic signals to policies and developments in the Fed

Enabling stablecoin growth in the MENA region: Key factors for success

Crypto assets are available 24/7, have near-zero costs and are fully programmable

How the UAE is upholding financing with robust laws

UAE Central Bank Law and Commercial Transactions Law are key legislative instruments

How China’s economic rise is strengthening the logistics transformation of the Middle East

Saudi Arabia and UAE are the Asian giant’s valuable trading partners

Consumer brands see a massive increase in CTR by personalizing website experiences

Behavior-based insights and purposeful personalization boost conversion rates, yielding higher brand revenues