Dubai and the wider UAE continue to prove a big draw for new business and investment. Nearly 1,700 new trade licenses were issued by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in May 2018 alone, while overall there were over 26,000 transactions relating to business...
During the course of May and June 2018, the UAE Federal Government announced a series of substantial changes to the UAE’s visa system, relaxing certain restrictions and making it easier for individuals and businesses to settle and operate in the country. With many of...
The dream of business growth is often seen as a desirable progression as part of an entrepreneur’s long-term business plan. But some business owners prefer to keep their business small because they see far greater benefits in running very small ventures. Often...
There are a host of great reasons to live and work in the UAE. From a business perspective, the country’s favourable tax regime – 0% on personal and corporate incomes – makes it an incredibly attractive proposition. As does its vibrant economy and its strategic...
The UAE’s authorities aim to make it as easy as possible for foreign companies to start a business in the country. This is the guiding idea behind the wide range of options available in the UAE’s free zones, offshore companies and mainland businesses. If you are...
It’s incredible to think that it is nearly ten years since Apple coined the now much-quoted phrase – There’s an app for that – in its marketing for the iPhone 3g. At the time it was already hard to argue against the company’s claim that there was an app for every...
Your company’s name is a powerful thing. By choosing a title which resonates with your customers, you develop a memorable brand, meaning people are more likely to choose your offering. In the book Brand Power, Paul Stobart (the director of Interbrand Group, a branding...
It’s good to know that the UAE government continues in its determined push to make it as easy as possible for entrepreneurs to start and grow an enterprise. Proof of this proactivity is in the avalanche of new initiatives aimed at cutting red tape and fostering...
The UAE is one of the best places in the world to locate a startup due to its healthy economy, attractive finance options, impressive infrastructure and extensive government support. But the icing on the cake for many entrepreneurs is the exciting mix of potential...
The UAE property market has long produced steady returns for its investors. Despite slowing a little in recent years, there’s plenty of reason to believe we could be in for another notable rise in the value of the country’s real estate. For example: The introduction...
Hunger for excellent education and training is growing fast in the UAE. And according to education industry leaders, demand is currently outstripping supply. So providers of education and training who offer the kind of teaching that UAE residents are looking for can...
For Indian entrepreneurs looking for a place to do business, the UAE has proven to be particularly fertile ground for many years and looks set to continue in that vein for years to come. India has a close historical relationship with the UAE and Indian nationals come...