Having trouble reading this email?, See it in your browser Saturday, 21 December 2019 Why much work is still needed to close the Gulf gender gap New report says Middle East and North Africa region remains the worst performing in the world... UAE central bank warns of rising tide of online fraud scams Central bank issues warning about malicious phone calls and WhatsApp messages claiming to be from... Pentagon finds no 'immediate threat' in training of Saudis Defence Department officials had announced a security review after a deadly shooting rampage by a... How Dubai Airshow impacted hotel performance in November RevPAR growth reached double-digits during the first three days of the Dubai Airshow which took... What to expect during Al Ula's second Winter at Tantora Festival Three-month celebration starts in new Saudi tourism region that will showcase the very best in... Off-plan property sales in Dubai to remain strong, says broker Appello Real Estate CEO says dynamics of Dubai market have recently shifted, having a huge impact... Saudi festival MDL Beast attracts over 130,000 fans on day 1 Crowds gathered at Saudi Arabia's first ever multi stage music festival to watch global music... Hospital operator raises $150m to fund UAE centres of excellence A group of regional banks closes syndicated financing facility for Emirates Healthcare... High Street fashion giant to make Ras Al Khaimah debut in 2020 Set to open in the first quarter of 2020, the store will be Zara's first outlet in Ras Al Khaimah... Anger rises in Lebanon over choice of new PM Protesters blocked roads across Lebanon on Friday to condemn the designation of Hezbollah-backed... Bahrain's GFH eyes deals for new $200m education platform GFH says Britus Education will create a pipeline of 'strong, income-generating opportunities in a... Facebook says investigating data exposure of 267 million users Revelation of the exposed data comes as the social network strives to rebuild trust Trump seeks rapid exoneration in Senate after impeachment US President presses his Republican allies to exert rigid control of his Senate trial and ensure... Photos Nike launches full-coverage swimsuits for women Collection includes the Nike Victory Full-Coverage Swimsuit, along with swim separate options -... Editor's Choice Businesswoman Nashwa Al-Ruwaini among the top winners at the Arabian Business Saudi Awards Prestigious Arabian Business Saudi Awards took place at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Riyadh Could a fridge order your food for you? Visa delves into the future of online payments Dubai has strong ambitions to be a major cashless society within the next few years and with it... Fintech: How innovation is dragging the region's banks into the 21st century In the latest episode of the Arabian Business Enterprise Innovators Series, in association with... The bestselling books in Dubai this week We present the most popular books sold in the week (December 8-14) according to Magrudy's... Opinion Return policies: A key factor to bear in mind when Christmas shopping? Not all Dubai retailers have the same return policies and it can vary from five to 30 days Newsjacking: the Peloton backlash and Ryan Reynolds' genius move Exercise bike company Peloton has been mocked unmercifully on social media for its Christmas advert Opinion: why Saudi Arabia is looking across the Red Sea towards Africa The timing is perfect for Saudi Arabia and its African counterparts to leverage their respective... Featured Analysis The importance of the Dubai-Riyadh route to Emirates One of Emirates' most profitable routes is a two-hour hop to neighbouring Saudi Arabia Funny business: the challenges of stand-up in the Middle East Stand-up comedy is relatively new in the Middle East, where censorship and cultural sensitivities... Diamonds debate: could you tell a lab-grown from a mined gem? The rough diamond market is already struggling, with 2019 set to be one of its worst years. Amish... For editorial queries, please contact Neil Halligan Editor, ArabianBusiness.com neil.halligan@itp.com Shane Mc Ginley Editorial Director, Arabian Business Shane.McGinley@itp.com For advertising enquiries, please contact Joe Chidiac Group Commercial Director, Arabian Business, CEO Middle East, Esquire, Rake and Revolution Direct +971 4 444 3121 Mobile +971 55 459 2700 joe.chidiac@itp.com ©2019 ITP Digital Media Inc. All rights reserved. Terms   Policy