News Analysis: UAE’s ‘Forced’ Expat Pension Plan
NEWS ANALYSIS: Is it going to be mandatory? If so, do you have control where your funds are invested? What happens if you are only in the UAE for a 12 or 24 month period...?…
Audio Analysis: AD Louvre, Egypt Downgrade
AUDIO ANALYSIS: The delayed opening of Abu Dhabi's Louvre and Guggenheim Museum, Moody's downgrading of Egypt, and Dubai's transparency.…
News Analysis: Egypt’s Elephant in the Room
NEWS ANALYSIS: Real change in Egypt needs to happen. It is not clear who, if anyone, can take on the vested interests to deliver it.…
News Analysis: Bad Week For Abu Dhabi Projects
NEWS ANALYSIS: It's been a sobering week for anyone involved in the construction industry in Abu Dhabi. What's happening and why now? …
News Analysis: Nakheel Lawsuits, Investor Confusion
NEWS ANALYSIS: The emirate is a lot further ahead than many of its regional peers, but the hangover after the irrational exuberance of the noughties will take a long time to clean up. …
News Analysis: Hezbollah ‘Telco War’ on the Brink?
NEWS ANALYSIS: Hezbollah's plan to install a private telecommunications network in Lebanon is facing stiff opposition from residents in its path. …
News Analysis: US Ambassador Scoots from Syria
NEWS ANALYSIS: The US Ambassador to Syria has made quite a name for himself during his stint in Damascus. But he's also ruffled many governmental feathers. …
News Analysis: Google Mulls Yahoo! Bid
NEWS ANALYSIS: Google is the dominant search company, Yahoo! is the number one display advertising company - combined it's a solid gold ATM.…
News Analysis: Tunisia Goes to the Polls
NEWS ANALYSIS: With their erstwhile leader rattling around a presumably luxurious villa in Jeddah, Tunisians have had their first shot at genuine democracy. …
News Analysis: Build It & They Still Won’t Come
NEWS ANALYSIS: CB Richard Ellis delivers another report telling us what we already know - there is simply too much property in Dubai, and investors aren't having any of it.…