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JANUARY 2014

by reeda

JANUARY 2014

 

EDITORIAL





COMMENT



Iran comes in from the cold
Rouhani’s first months in power see focus on economy and international relations




ECONOMICS & POLICY



Can civil society save Lebanon’s water?
‘Blue Gold’ project aims to reduce water losses and political manipulation






Lebanon’s futile stimulus package
Economy likely numb to Central Bank injection






A long-term fix to the GCC’s water problems
With usage outstripping renewable supply, what can be done to redress the balance?


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REAL ESTATE & DEVELOPMENT



It’s a first-time buyers’ market
Keeping cash in hand, local buyers enjoy lower rates






A twofold investment opportunity
Building new homes and new lives abroad




BANKING & FINANCE



Credit Agricole Suisse
Expectations for 2014 and strategies for making the most of private equity investments




ENTREPRENEURSHIP



Ambitious creativity
Uncovering the serious side of play






The startup upstart
Making a scene on the international stage




HOSPITALITY & RETAIL



In with the old
Vintage stores are on the rise as Lebanese embrace recycled fashion






Artistic vision on Beirut’s streets
A young graffiti artist is making his mark






Gurus of globetrotting
Travel agents in Lebanon adapt to corporate needs




REPLY





BUSINESS ESSENTIALS





LAST WORD



Making the worst of a bad situation explosion
Lebanese government cuts itself out of Syria aid