Global trade realignment is reshaping logistics flows across the Red Sea Corridor, Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, India and South-east Asia. This Impact Report examines how new trade routes, infrastructure investment and technological innovation are redefining maritime connectivity and regional competitiveness.The publication – produced in partnership with Folk Maritime, a regional liner headquartered…
The World Utilities Congress, set to take place in Abu Dhabi on 16-18 September 2024, is the premier global platform for energy leaders, policymakers, innovators and industry professionals from across the power and water utilities value chain. This event will facilitate crucial discussions on the major trends and challenges shaping the industry as utilities worldwide strive to deliver secure, sustainable…
ADIPEC 2024 will be held in Abu Dhabi on 4-7 November 2024, with a renewed commitment to advancing tangible action across the entire energy value chain, accelerating decarbonisation and advancing the global energy transformation. ADIPEC will support the realisation of a cleaner, more secure, and sustainable future for all. Taking place at ADNEC, ADIPEC will convene diverse energy producers, the…
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Abu Dhabi stands at the forefront of the MENA region’s economic growth, boasting a 9.3% growth rate in 2022. Looking ahead, the emirate’s ambitious roadmap, the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, charts a course for economic transformation. A key goal of the roadmap is to substantially reduce reliance on hydrocarbons, with a target of achieving 64% of GDP from non-hydrocarbons sectors by 2030. Th
Viewpoint:Emilio Pera As the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi is an economic centre that attracts people and businesses from around the world. The emirate’s strategic location, stable political environment and forward-think-ing policies make it a popular destination for both established and emerging businesses. The introduction of a federal corporate tax pre-sents challenges and opportunities…
The Covid-19 pandemic exposed global supply chain inefficiencies, affecting manufacturing and retail alike. Abu Dhabi, as well as the broader UAE, is applying lessons from this era and focusing on self-sufficiency and local supply chains. This approach strengthens local retail and wholesale operations, which are adapting to the 5% value-added tax introduced in 2018. At the same time, enhanced governance,…
