Political Risk and Investments in Kurdistan
Chairman of the Kurdistan Board of Investment Herish Muharam explains the political, regional and international risks facing Kurdistan and their impact on the foreign direct investments.
Kurdistan’s Investment Law: One of the Best Investment Laws in the Middle East
Chairman of the Kurdistan Board of Investment Herish Muharam explains the intricacies of the progressive investment law Kurdistan has adopted in 2006 and its amendments that are due in 2013.
Politics in Lebanon: Current Political Overview of Lebanon
Writing about politics always bears the difficulty of where to start. Regarding the Lebanese Arab Republic, the dilemma is more extreme. The questions that arise are where to begin, what to write in the middle and how to end.
Media Freedom in Arab World
Media and press freedom in Kuwait can’t be compared to the one of Europe or USA. Arabic/Muslim society has its traditions and habits which can’t be avoided.
Kuwait’s Political System Hindering Economic Growth
Ahmed Al-Jarallah, Editor-in-Chief of Arab Times argues that Kuwait’s political system is slowing down the economic growth of Kuwait.
Arab Spring: Threat or Opportunity?
Arab Spring is both an opportunity and a threat according to Ahmed Al-Jarallah.
Report: Political and Social Trends in The Arab World
Ahmed Al-Jarallah, Editor-in-Chief of Arab Times comments on the political and social trends in the Arab world.
Kuwait Politics: Kuwait Moves On, What About the Politics?
Slightly, but not seriously hit by the Arab Spring, Kuwait has managed to prove again that it is able to tackle challenges, despite remaining headwinds.
The Economic and Political Situation in Ivory Coast
Although the violence of the five-month civil war is over, and the parliamentary elections proceeded relatively peacefully, there is still fear in the country.
Region of the Future: Geo-Political Implications of the Middle East
The Middle East is blessed with 60% of the crude oil reserves and 40% of the gas reserves. All GCC countries are expanding their production capacities. Increased oil and gas output coupled with global thirst for oil will result in region’s dominant position on the World’s geopolitical scene.