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Saudi Arabia’s New SME Strategy: 500,000 Jobs and a 35% GDP Push by 2030
Saudi Arabia’s New SME Strategy: A Bold Bet on Small Business Growth Saudi Arabia just placed one of its biggest economic bets yet on small and medium enterprises. On September 15, 2026, the Saudi Cabinet approved the National Entrepreneurship and Small and Medium Enterprises Strategy, a sweeping plan designed to
Strengthening Businesses in Uncertain Times: A Practical Perspective for SMEs
Across the Middle East, the business environment has entered a phase where opportunity and uncertainty coexist. On one hand, GCC economies continue to demonstrate strong growth potential, supported by government spending, diversification strategies, and infrastructure development. On the other hand, geopolitical developments, supply chain pressures, and global economic shifts are
Singapore Business Setup: Gateway to ASEAN Expansion
As global companies look toward Asia for growth opportunities, Southeast Asia has emerged as one of the most promising regions for investment and international business expansion. Rapid economic development, growing digital economies, and expanding consumer markets are creating strong opportunities for businesses entering the region. At the center of this
Saudi Arabia Opens Public Schools to Private Operators: A Defining Moment for the Education Sector
Saudi Arabia has quietly introduced one of the most consequential reforms in its education system since the launch of Vision 2030. For the first time, private companies are now permitted to manage public schools, marking a structural shift that could reshape how education is delivered across the Kingdom. The announcement,
Saudi Arabia Opens Its Stock Market to All Foreign Investors in a Major Liberalisation Push
Saudi Arabia has taken a bold step to energise its equity market by opening its stock exchange to all foreign investors, removing long-standing entry restrictions in a move aimed at attracting fresh international capital. The decision marks a significant shift in market access policy and signals the Kingdom’s intent to
Saudi CMA Moves to Strengthen Real Estate Ownership Rules for Listed Companies
Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) has unveiled a proposed regulatory framework aimed at strengthen real estate ownership rules by listed companies, investment funds, and special purpose entities. The move forms part of broader efforts to enhance market transparency, protect investors, and reinforce confidence in the Kingdom’s capital markets. According
UAE Clarifies the Ruling of Expat Assets in the Absence of Heirs
The UAE has taken a significant step toward strengthening legal clarity and transparency with a new federal decree under the Civil Transactions Law. The move directly addresses a long-standing grey area: what happens to the assets of expatriates who pass away without leaving a will or identifiable heirs. Under the
Riyadh: Building the Next Industrial Capital of the World
Riyadh is rapidly redefining its role on the global economic map. No longer seen only as a political and financial center, the Saudi capital is now positioning itself as one of the most ambitious industrial capital of the world. Backed by strong national leadership and long term strategic planning, Riyadh’s
Saudi Arabia Tightens Oversight Across Health and Environmental Safety Sectors
Saudi Arabia is reinforcing its commitment to public health, consumer protection, and environmental safety through decisive regulatory action across multiple sectors. Recent developments involving medical devices and pesticide regulation reflect a broader national approach, one that prioritizes safety, accountability, and strict compliance with established standards. In the healthcare sector, the
Make It Exist First, Then Make It Better
Why decisive action – not perfect planning – is the real growth advantage for SMEs Some of the most successful businesses in the world did not start as polished masterpieces. Airbnb began with an air mattress on a living room floor. Amazon started by selling only books. Netflix mailed DVDs
قطاع البنية التحتية والنقل
قطاع البنية التحتية والنقل الإنجازات الرئيسية للعام 2025 والمشاريع المخططة للعام 2026 منذ إنطلاق رؤية السعودية 2030، شهد الاقتصاد السعودي تحولا هيكليا كبيرا مدفوعا بجهود حكومية مستمرة. وقد أسهمت هذه المبادرات إلى إتمام المشاريع الاستراتيجية بنجاح وتخطيط تطويرات جديدة عبر قطاعات البنية التحتية الرئيسية. فيما يلي نظرة عامة على الإنجازات
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