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The Ronaldo Doctrine: How One Footballer Became Saudi Arabia’s Most Valuable Investment
Cristiano Ronaldo has evolved from a football signing into a platform for Saudi tourism, media expansion and economic diplomacy. His lasting value will depend on whether temporary celebrity attention can…
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Gulf Economic Diversification Builds Path to Long-Term Sustainability
Gulf states are rapidly transitioning from oil-based economies toward diversified models centered on renewables, tourism,…
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Boom Accelerates Economic Shift Beyond Oil
Saudi Arabia recorded unprecedented foreign tourism spending in 2024, reflecting its strategic focus on economic…
Arab Economies Under Pressure from U.S. Tariff War
Ten Arab countries have seen varying economic impacts from the U.S. tariff war initiated under…
Surge in Hospitality Projects Signals Regional Economic Recovery
The hospitality sector in the Middle East and North Africa is set for a major…
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The Ronaldo Doctrine: How One Footballer Became Saudi Arabia’s Most Valuable Investment
Cristiano Ronaldo has evolved from a football signing into a platform for Saudi tourism, media expansion and economic diplomacy. His…
Visa-Free Access Expands Globally, but with Strategic Caveats
Visa-free travel continues to expand globally, driven by economic and technological incentives. However, entry privileges vary widely, with national security…
Saudi Arabia and Russia Sign Visa Waiver Agreement to Boost Bilateral Investment
Saudi Arabia and Russia signed a mutual visa exemption agreement during a high-level investment forum in Riyadh, alongside a memorandum…
Lebanon Eyes Economic Revival Amid Gulf Tourism Comeback
Lebanon anticipates an economic revival driven by the return of Gulf tourists, with potential benefits for the hospitality and real…
Surge in Hospitality Projects Signals Regional Economic Recovery
The hospitality sector in the Middle East and North Africa is set for a major resurgence in 2024–2025, with projects…
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Boom Accelerates Economic Shift Beyond Oil
Saudi Arabia recorded unprecedented foreign tourism spending in 2024, reflecting its strategic focus on economic diversification. Under Vision 2030, the…
Gulf Tourists Target Swiss Luxury for Summer 2025
Switzerland, particularly the city of Lucerne, is set to welcome a wave of affluent Gulf tourists in summer 2025, drawn…