The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) has announced it will substantially increase its investment activities, focusing on high-return opportunities in sectors including technology, healthcare, real estate and infrastructure in the US, UK and Asia.

The GCC region has made significant strides in microfinance as a way of offering individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses access to essential financial services.

When FIFA makes the official announcement tomorrow, Saudi Arabia will win the hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup. FIFA made it clear last year that there were no competing bids, suggesting that the Kingdom was certain in the success of its proposal.