Those who had previously destined the ‘knowledge economy’ (KE) to buzzword status have probably changed their minds by now. The concept has had immense implications for the behavior of governments, …
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The first half of 2008 was a non-event for private equity with very little to cheer about, except for those skillful exits that everyone seems to have mustered. No great …
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Across the years some have argued that the most important factor needed to ensure that people are free — politically, intellectually and creatively free, to be entrepreneurs, inventors and discoverers …
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Not long ago, many global companies considered the GCC and broader Middle Eastern market to be somewhat un-charted territory. Despite its plentiful capital and business opportunities, the Gulf region was …
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For any economy that can grow despite unnerving political uncertainties, for politicians who have stood firm despite large protests and for a people who faced death, destruction and hardship while …
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The recent sociopolitical developments in Lebanon have created a mood for change and a hope for renewal. This is true for the political as well as economic future of the …
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Where are you taking your summer vacation this year? Chances are you’ve booked a trip to a country that passes the test of a strong “country brand.” This might sound …
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After the decision of Turkey’s constitutional court to close down the Islamic AKP party due to allegations of promoting certain virtues in society, analysts and policy-makers have expressed concern about …
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Luxury goods are in vogue like never before. In fact, 2007 was a record year for many manufacturers of luxury items. The share prices of these companies have also benefited, …
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The Islamic banking industry has grown impressively during a short period of time. In the early 1960s, the Islamic finance sector witnessed a steady growth in different aspects such as …
