Business
Companies, jobs, property and the economy.
How Gulf Businesses Can Protect Patents and Copyright
Intellectual property is a key asset for companies in the Gulf. From patents to creative works, this guide explains how to safeguard your innovations and enforce your rights.
How to Read a Gulf Commercial Contract: Key Clauses Explained
A practical guide to understanding the essential clauses in commercial contracts across the Gulf, helping you protect your interests and avoid common pitfalls.
How to Navigate Customs and Imports in the Gulf: A Practical Guide
Bringing goods into Gulf countries involves specific procedures, documentation and duty rules. Here is what businesses need to know.
How Chambers of Commerce Support Businesses in the Gulf: A Practical Guide
Chambers of commerce across the Gulf play a quiet but vital role in everyday business life, from attesting documents to opening doors for new connections.
How Business Mediation Works in the Gulf: A Practical Guide
Mediation offers a faster, less costly and more private way to resolve commercial disputes across the Gulf. Here is what businesses need to know before they start.
Mainland, Free Zone or Offshore: Which Gulf Business Setup Is Right for You?
Choosing where to establish your company is a key decision in the Gulf. This guide explains the differences between mainland, free zone and offshore setups and the factors to consider.
How to Manage Remote Work in the Gulf: A Practical Guide
Remote work is becoming more common across the Gulf. Here is what employers and employees should know to stay compliant and productive.
How to Get a Work Visa in the Gulf: A Guide for Employers
A practical overview of the steps employers need to take to secure work visas for expatriate staff across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
How to Conduct a Job Search in the Gulf: A Step-by-Step Guide
From tailoring your CV to understanding visa rules, here is a practical guide to finding a job in the Gulf region.
Gulf fertiliser exports drop 75% as Hormuz closure tightens supplies
Fertiliser exports from the Gulf have fallen by up to 75 per cent as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, tightening global supplies and raising food inflation warnings.
How Government Tenders Work in the Gulf: A Guide for Businesses
A practical guide to competing for government contracts in the Gulf, covering registration, local content rules, and evaluation.
Gulf Nationalisation Policies: A Practical Guide for Employers
How Emiratisation, Saudisation and similar programmes work, and what they mean for businesses hiring in the Gulf.
How Ijara Works: A Guide to Islamic Leasing in the Gulf
Ijara is a Sharia-compliant alternative to conventional leasing, widely used in the Gulf for property, vehicles and equipment. This guide explains how it works and what to consider.
How to Launch an Online Business in the Gulf: A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up an e-commerce venture in the Gulf requires careful planning around licensing, payments and delivery. Here’s a practical overview for entrepreneurs.
How Gulf Currency Pegs Work: A Practical Guide
Most Gulf currencies are tied to the US dollar. Here’s how these pegs work, why they exist, and what they mean for your savings, salary and business transactions.
How to Conduct Market Research in the Gulf: A Practical Guide
Understanding local consumers, cultural nuances and data sources is key to entering Gulf markets successfully. This guide covers the essential steps for thorough market research.
Managing a Multicultural Workforce in the Gulf: A Practical Guide for Employers
The Gulf's workforce is one of the most diverse in the world. Here is how employers can build inclusive, productive teams across nationalities and cultures.
How Gulf Golden Visas Work: A Guide for Investors and Entrepreneurs
Long-term residence schemes across the Gulf offer a pathway for investors, entrepreneurs and skilled professionals to live and work in the region. Here is what you need to know.