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GE asked Michal Sobieraj for the secret to success in Dubai

Having started Royal CFO and spent years directing financial strategies for many firms, I’ve discovered that success in Dubai requires more than just a strong idea or access to finance. It necessitates a clear strategy, flawless execution, and a firm belief in success.

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The rise of the VC and startup ecosystem in the UAE

The UAE has spent the last decade turning itself into a major hub for startups and investors. It’s always been known for its business-friendly policies but now it’s attracting record funding, drawing entrepreneurs from around the world, and competing with established startup hotspots.

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The UAE-China relationship: Are we just getting started?

Whether the subject is tourism, aviation, technology, AI or entrepreneurship, barely a month goes by without news of ever closer collaboration between the UAE and the People’s Republic of China.

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GE asked John Hanafin for the secret to success in Dubai

My personal take on success in Dubai is that you must build a foundation of persistence, perseverance, and adaptability. 

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Opinion

Obesity drugs: miracle cure or hidden danger?

When you're dealing with obesity, losing weight can feel like the most important health improvement, no matter what side effects a drug might have. A host of new intravenous and oral drugs have been approved for use over the last few years to combat obesity, using different metabolic engineering methods to deliver weight loss.

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Build first, fund later: Why an MVP still matters

MVPs have been getting bad press lately. Not so long ago, launching an MVP was the gold standard; many of the world’s most successful tech giants – Facebook, Airbnb, and Dropbox – owe their success to this approach

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Trump’s first 100 days: What it means for Gulf businesses

The first 100 days has always been something of a benchmark for any new president. After all, it’s a quick way of assessing just how much impact the new leader has had in a short period, and which campaign promises are being delivered on first.

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GE asked serial entrepreneur Jigar Sagar for the secret to success in Dubai

What’s the recipe for success in a place like Dubai? It’s not just about strategy or timing – for me, it’s a mix of mindset, connections, investor relationships, and, above all, passion.

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Will Dubai still be an investor’s dream in 2035?

Will Dubai be an investor’s paradise a decade from now? Looking ahead, the emirate’s economic trajectory is promising, despite lingering challenges in the broader global financial landscape. Dubai’s strong fiscal policies and diversified economy have been key to its resilience, with forecasts from the IMF suggesting steady growth for the UAE as a whole. In

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Setting up a business in the UAE under 0% corporate tax

In a world where margins are tight and competition is fierce, international companies are under pressure to streamline their operations and maximise profitability. The UAE’s 0% corporate tax rate can help certain businesses do just that – but how can you qualify and benefit from this strategic advantage? In the past decade, the UAE has

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