Ritika Sharma / Emirates Business There is nothing more imperative for Arab leaders than creating job-generating economic growth and initiating formation of an Arab Economic Union. These were some of the key topics discussed during the launch of policy recommendations titled ‘Reconfiguring the Arab region and its global space beyond political economy and security threats’. The recommendations were drawn from …

Dubai / Emirates Business A delegation of UK based MBA students studying at Cass Business School, City University London has met some of the UAE’s most prominent business figures and toured a number of leading companies, to better understand the challenges and opportunities facing key growth sectors in the country. Dubai’s transition from oil and gas dependency to a tourism, …

Alkesh Sharma / Emirates Business In 2014-15, the UAE registered its best economic performance in 44 years by growing its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to AED1.47 trillion, thanks to 60 percent contribution from the SME sector. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have clearly emerged as the lifeline of UAE economy. Giving a major boost to this sector, Emirates’ financial institutions, …