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…
In English Note: This page includes the Arabic version of the report PDF, which you can view on this page and download via the button below. Saudi Arabia’s media sector is entering a period of sustained expansion, supported by regulation, rising consumer demand and targeted investment. This report, produced in partnership with Gmedia, evaluates opportunities across five strategic segments:…
In Arabic Saudi Arabia’s media sector is entering a period of sustained expansion, supported by regulation, rising consumer demand and targeted investment. This report, produced in partnership with Gmedia, evaluates opportunities across five strategic segments: video, audio, publishing and digital media, gaming and e-sports, and advertising and marketing. The sector’s GDP contribution…
Micro-sized and small enterprises (MSEs) and freelancers are expanding rapidly in Saudi Arabia, contributing to employment generation, economic diversification and the Kingdom’s competitiveness. MSEs, freelancers and start-ups play a particularly important role in peripheral areas – they may be a backbone of the economy in smaller cities, towns and remote regions. As digital platforms…
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy places digital transformation at the centre of economic diversification. Financial technology (fintech) solutions, particularly digital payments, are helping to expand financial inclusion, stimulate innovation and strengthen the private sector’s contribution to national development.This publication analyses the evolution of the Kingdom’s fintech ecosystem,…
Saudi Arabia’s health care sector is undergoing a structural transformation driven by Vision 2030’s reform agenda. With health expenditure rising and demand for advanced services growing, the Kingdom is pursuing greater efficiency, accessibility and financial sustainability. The Health Sector Transformation Programme is decentralising service delivery, expanding digital health solutions…
Sharjah has engineered a transformation into a leading hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in the MENA region. The emirate’s success is powered by a uniquely integrated ecosystem that seamlessly connects talent development at institutions like the American University of Sharjah (AUS), venture creation and mentorship through the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), and scaling…
The cultural and creative economy generates 3.1% of global GDP and supports over 30m jobs. Its scope spans film, music, fashion, heritage and museums, with multiplier effects across supply chains and services. Yet, despite its scale, the sector is often grouped with media or leisure, limiting visibility and complicating benchmarking. Trends such as digitalisation, immersive formats, and alignment…
This report explores socio-economic transformation in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia, highlighting the region's strategic emphasis on community satisfaction, economic diversification and urban revitalisation. Al Madinah's commitment to citizen well-being is evident through a digital shift in public services, green space expansion and improved infrastructure, aligning with national…
With Oman Vision 2040 guiding long-term economic transformation, strategic investment is playing a key role in reducing reliance on oil revenue and fostering sustainable growth. Robust governance frameworks and collaborative partnerships are enhancing the sultanate’s competitiveness in regional and global markets. This report examines Oman’s efforts to diversify its economy through…
