VAT . . . a Good Thing?
The tax-free environment in the GCC is set to change, VAT will help GCC economies experience diversified growth, says Mas Meghji
May 17, 2012 3:18
Gulf Arab interest in Chinese Yuan rises –Standard Chartered
Gulf Arab states are increasingly using the Chinese yuan for trading as China accounts for a growing share of the region's exports, and given volatility in major currencies, a senior executive at Standard Chartered said on Tuesday.
May 17, 2012 11:21
Gulf Food Stocks Dream Jolted by Practical Realities
GCC strategic stockpile idea lives on; Regional rivalries question food sharing ideal
April 5, 2012 1:40
Cost-cutting behaviour in the GCC: cut-throat or considerate?
With companies in the GCC spending up to $2million in cost-cutting consulting services, McGill Consulting Group explores the decision-making process cost-cutting and how firms are coping with these changes.
March 19, 2012 3:34
Over 90% of passwords vulnerable to hacking
Passwords in the Middle East - even ones deemed to be "strong" - are actually susceptible to infiltration.
May 23, 2013 8:51
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24