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As one of the world’s most influential business hubs, the Middle East requires expert attention. Business Extra provides those experts, as well as news and insights from The National’s esteemed team of business editors and reporters, who are on top of the markets, technology, the energy sector and more.

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In this episode of Business Extra, Abdulla bin Touq, Minister of Economy and Tourism, joins host Salim Essaid to discuss how the country is positioning itself as the global capital for start-ups and small and medium enterprises.

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This episode was produced in partnership with the Adnoc Group

Capt Abdulkareem Al Masabi, chief executive of Adnoc Logistics & Services, joins this episode of Business Extra to explore the rise of the UAE’s largest integrated maritime logistics comp... more

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A quiet transformation is reshaping the global wealth map. High net-worth individuals are moving their assets from the UK to the UAE.

The Revolut co-founder Nikolai Stronsky's recent change of tax residency from the UK to the UAE reflects a much bro... more

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US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza peace promises investment corridors and special economic zones. But without sovereign control, how can the Palestinian economy survive?

In Palestine, everything from the movement of goods to collect... more

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Recent Guests

Abdulkareem Al Masabi
Award-winning leader, master mariner, and CEO of Adnoc Logistics & Services.
Adnoc Logistics & Services
Episode: How Adnoc L&S became a global logistics power
Raja Khalidi
Director General of the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute and a former UN official with extensive experience in Palestinian economic policy.
Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute
Episode: What can Donald Trump’s Gaza economic plan offer without Palestinian sovereignty?
Aarti Nagraj
Deputy Business Editor at The National
The National
Episode: Beyond Carrefour: Why some global brands are losing ground in the Middle East
Dr. John Katsos
Professor of Management Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the American University of Sharjah
American University of Sharjah
Episode: Beyond Carrefour: Why some global brands are losing ground in the Middle East
James Swanston
Senior economist at Capital Economics
Capital Economics
Episode: How Fed's interest rates decision affects economic policies and consumers in the Gulf
Fadhat Jasim
Head of Data and Visual Journalism at The National
The National
Episode: Middle East internet cables, the 'very vulnerable' communication corridor
Doug Midori
Director of Internet Analysis at Kentik
Kentik
Episode: Middle East internet cables, the 'very vulnerable' communication corridor
Mohammad Abu Sheikh
Founder and CEO of Cntxt Ai
Cntxt Ai
Episode: Why some companies have suffered 'zero returns' from AI investments – and who got it right
Amit Joshi
Professor of AI, Analytics and Marketing at the IMD Business School
IMD Business School
Episode: Why some companies have suffered 'zero returns' from AI investments – and who got it right

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Salim Essaid

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Inside the UAE’s SME strategy
Q: Can you identify which sectors those are in and why you selected them?
We identified five major clusters: food and food processing, financial services, tourism, data analytics, and space, to drive economic collaboration and innovation.
Inside the UAE’s SME strategy
Q: Can you start off by talking to us about what is this new initiative and why is it important now?
The initiative focuses on positioning the UAE amidst recent global changes, emphasizing the growth of SMEs to enhance the economy's resilience and innovation.
How Adnoc L&S became a global logistics power
Q: What are the key priorities and objectives you guys have currently and what do you hope to hit in the next couple of years?
Captain Abdulkareem outlines a commitment to expansion and diversification across multiple segments in logistics, emphasizing the importance of meeting growth expectations set by shareholders.
How Adnoc L&S became a global logistics power
Q: What was the objective of the IPO, and what were the challenges you faced going through that in actually listing and getting it up on the ground?
The IPO aimed to contribute to the local economy and engage local investors, with the biggest challenge being the over-subscription of shares.
How Adnoc L&S became a global logistics power
Q: How do you build resilience and flexibility to adjust to these different geopolitical tensions, market conditions, and disruptions?
Captain Abdulkareem emphasizes the importance of having a resilient platform supported by agility and flexibility, ensuring that a significant portion of revenue comes from long-term contracts, which provides cash flow visibility for investors.

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