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Gulf Business Magazine
The Gulf Business Magazine delivers the latest business news and insights from across the Arabian Gulf region, with a special focus on the GCC countries — including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.
Dubai Municipality Launches Middle East’s First Mobile Waterway Mapping Initiative to Power Smart City Infrastructure. Dubai Municipality pioneers the Middle East’s first mobile waterway mapping pilot, advancing Digital Twin infrastructure, geospatial intelligence, and smart urban planning. Dubai Municipality Sets Regional Benchmark with First-Ever Mobile Waterway Mapping Project Dubai has once again positioned itself at the forefront of urban innovation, this time by becoming the first city in the Middle East to successfully pilot advanced mobile mapping technology for waterways and canal systems. In a strategic move designed to modernize public infrastructure management and strengthen digital governance, Dubai Municipality has completed…
The UAE has pushed its deadline for businesses earning over Dhs50 million to appoint approved e-invoicing providers to October 30, giving companies more flexibility while keeping the full mandatory rollout on track for January 2027. UAE Pushes E-Invoicing Provider Deadline to October as Businesses Get More Time to Prepare The UAE has officially given major businesses extra breathing room when it comes to selecting approved e-invoicing service providers, extending the deadline from July 31 to October 30. For companies generating more than Dhs50 million annually, this update offers valuable additional time to secure the right technical partner without altering the…
Dubai Business Setup Guide — Your Roadmap to Starting a Business in Dubai & the UAE (2025 Edition) Discover why the Dubai Business Setup Guide (2025 Edition) is the most complete 261-page roadmap for entrepreneurs, expats, investors, and freelancers planning to start a business in Dubai. Learn what’s inside the guide, key benefits, and how it simplifies licensing, banking, visas, marketing, and scaling your startup in the UAE. Dubai Business Setup Guide — The Ultimate 2025 Roadmap for Starting a Business in Dubai & the UAE Dubai has rapidly become the headquarters of ambition — a global entrepreneurship hub where…
How to Start a Business in Dubai Free Zone (2025 Guide) | Step-by-Step Free Zone Business Setup. Learn how to start a business in Dubai free zone with this practical 154-page guide by Emirates Digital Press. Step-by-step setup process, costs, licensing, visas, banking, compliance, marketing, FAQs & more. Instant PDF download for $9.99. How to Start a Business in Dubai Free Zone – The Ultimate Guide for Entrepreneurs in 2025 A Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Launching a Profitable Business in Dubai Free Zone Author: Emirates Digital PressFormat: PDFPages: 154Price: $9.99Instant Download: https://dubaiuae.gumroad.com/l/HowtoStartaBusinessinDubaiFreeZone Dubai has become one of the world’s most…
How to Start a Business in Dubai with No Money Chapter 1: Understanding the Dubai Business Landscape The Economic Environment Key Industries and Opportunities Regulatory Framework for Start-ups Chapter 2: Preparing for Your Business Journey Defining Your Business Idea Conducting Market Research Identifying Your Target Audience Chapter 3: Business Models for Zero Capital Service-Based Businesses Online Ventures Leveraging Freelancing and Gig Economy Chapter 4: Building Your Brand with No Budget Creating a Compelling Brand Identity Cost-Effective Marketing Strategies Utilizing Social Media and Online Platforms Chapter 5: Networking and Building Relationships Importance of Networking in Dubai Finding Mentors and Advisors Connecting…
📘 How To Start A Business in Dubai As A Foreigner? Your Complete Expat Handbook for Company Setup, Visas, and Success in Dubai UAE Publisher: Emirates Digital PressPages: 153Buy Now → https://dubaiuae.gumroad.com/l/HowToStartABusinessinDubaiAsAForeigner 💼 How To Start A Business in Dubai As A Foreigner? Dubai is one of the world’s most powerful business hubs—tax-friendly, fast-growing, and full of opportunities for entrepreneurs from every corner of the globe. But for most foreigners, the process of starting a business in Dubai can feel overwhelming. Licensing, visas, free zones, cultural norms, bank accounts, legal structures… it’s a lot. This 153-page complete expat handbook simplifies…
Dubai Real Estate Shatters Records with $152.3 Billion in 2025 Sales: Key Areas and Projects Driving the Boom. Dubai’s property market hits an all-time high of $152.3 billion in 2025 sales, led by apartments in JVC, Business Bay, and DAMAC projects. Dubai’s Property Market Sets a Historic Record Dubai has once again proven its global real-estate dominance, with property transactions for 2025 reaching an unprecedented AED 559.4 billion (USD 152.3 billion)—surpassing the emirate’s previous full-year record two months before year-end. The figures, released by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), reflect a market operating at historic highs across all asset classes,…
Abu Dhabi’s AI Ambition: How the Capital Became MENA’s Fastest-Growing Startup Ecosystem. Discover how Abu Dhabi rose to 3rd in MENA’s startup rankings in 2025 through AI investment, Hub71, and bold innovation policies. Abu Dhabi has officially stepped into the spotlight as one of the Middle East and North Africa’s most dynamic startup powerhouses. Once seen primarily as the political capital of the UAE, the city is now redefining itself as a global innovation hub. According to the Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025 (GSER 2025), Abu Dhabi now ranks third in the MENA region — behind only Riyadh and Dubai…
Mohamed Alabbar : The Visionary Entrepreneur Who Transformed Dubai’s Global Skyline Introduction – Who Is Mohamed Alabbar? Mohamed Alabbar is one of the most influential business figures in the Middle East — a man whose vision, ambition, and innovative thinking have reshaped not only Dubai’s skyline but also its global economic reputation. As the founder and chairman of Emaar Properties, Alabbar’s name is synonymous with record-breaking achievements like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall, and the Downtown Dubai district. Beyond real estate, his ventures such as Noon.com, the leading e-commerce platform in the Middle East, showcase his forward-thinking approach toward digital…
Syed Basar Shueb International Holding Company (IHC): The Visionary Powerhouse Driving Global Growth Discover how Syed Basar Shueb International Holding Company (IHC) became one of the UAE’s most powerful conglomerates, leading global growth through innovation, sustainability, and visionary leadership. Introduction to Syed Basar Shueb and International Holding Company (IHC) The United Arab Emirates has long been home to trailblazers who transform industries and shape economies. Among these visionary leaders stands Syed Basar Shueb, the driving force behind the International Holding Company (IHC). Under his leadership, IHC has grown from a modest enterprise into one of the Middle East’s largest and…