On consolidation and export recovery How would you describe the current state of Syria’s pharmaceutical manufacturing sector following years of conflict? ISSAM MAATOUK: The pharmaceutical manufacturing sector in Syria has gone through an exceptionally challenging period in recent years. For roughly five to six years prior to mid-2024, manufacturers were operating at sustained losses due to…
The filmAhlamAlasrleveragedAI-drivendeepfaketechnology to rejuvenate actorSohaibQadus, enabling immersive storytelling at archaeological sites. This case study exemplifies how innovative technology can enhance local filmmaking capabilities and generate economic,socialand cultural value. Key Figures: Project Success This…
The Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC) 2026 will take place from 19th to 21st May 2026 at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, Ghana, under the theme “From Borders to Bridges: Driving Intra-African Trade & Development through Energy & Technology Services.” The conference is expected to convene over 1,500 delegates from more than 30 countries, including African Heads of State, ministers…
This report examines the economic value of environmental protection in Oman and the role of environmental governance in supporting resilience, competitiveness and sustainable growth.The publication, produced in partnership with the sultanate’s Environment Authority (EA), explores how environmental stewardship intersects with infrastructure planning, resource management, investment and diversification…
On pressure and opportunity in rebuilding Syria’s consumer goods market How would you describe the evolution of Syria’s fast-moving consumer good (FMCG) market from the pre-war years to the post-conflict period? FIRAS SHAMMAS: In the mid-2000s, the Syrian market was increasingly driven by quality, brand selection and consumer aspiration. Syrian consumers were well educated and eager to access…
Oxford Business Group has released a new Impact Report in partnership with the National Centre for Privatisation and PPP (NCP), detailing how Saudi Arabia is leveraging privatisation and public-private partnerships (PPPs) to advance Vision 2030. Recent policy, legal and institutional reforms – including the Private Sector Participation Law and its implementing regulations – are strengthening transparency,
On supporting regional resilience amid disruption How is the Red Sea Corridor evolving from a transit route into a broader platform for regional value creation? ABDULLAH MOHAMMED ALZAMIL: The Red Sea Corridor is evolving beyond its traditional role as a transit route into a more integrated logistics and industrial ecosystem. While it has long carried a significant share of global trade, current…
On food security and agri-business growth What operational levers can strengthen profitability in the agri-business sector? AHMED AL-GHAZALI: Long-term planning, reliable equipment and a strong service ecosystem are key. As the country advances its food security strategy, investors and producers are increasingly focused on maximising yields per hectare. Achieving this requires careful crop planning,…
The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route has recorded sustained freight volume growth since 2022, accelerating significantly in 2024 and 2025 Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are each advancing infrastructure investment programmes aligned with the corridor's expanding role Multilateral financing from the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and…
In this Global Platform video, Mohamed Jaidah, Group Executive Director, Jaidah Group, discusses the progress made within Qatar’s automotive and mobility sector. The country has undergone a significant transformation since it hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and was in a unique position to think ahead for the future as it prepared for the global sporting event. And, as Jaidah highlights, the
