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Interview: Nailesh Khimji How does Oman’s location and logistics infrastructure affect its potential as a centre for construction materials and third-party logistics services? NAILESH KHIMJI: With direct access to the Arabian Sea and proximity to key Gulf, African and South Asian markets, Oman has a significant strategic advantage as a logistics and distribution centre. It serves as a natural gateway…

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Interview:George Saad How will changes made by the Ajman Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation impact investors? GEORGE SAAD: Regulatory reforms are poised to significantly enhance investor confidence and stimulate private sector engagement in Ajman’s real estate market. Greater transparency in property registration and transaction tracking reduces risks associated with fraud and…

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How urban areas are experimenting with cooling technologies
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Ajman real estate, construction sectors draw investment
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The UAE’s economic development drive sees significant financing being channelled into infrastructure development, with Ajman – the smallest of the seven emirates – witnessing increased activity in the construction of commercial, residential and tourism-related facilities. Indeed, the construction sector was the third-highest contributor to the emirate’s GDP in 2023, aided by the robust performance…

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