Archive for August, 2006

More Construction

Last week, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to build a $1bn housing project was signed by the Jordanian Company for Real Estate Development (TAMEER) and the General Corporation for Housing and Urban Development.

From Oxford Business Group

Insuring Health

As the government plans for an overhaul of public healthcare insurance, low-income Egyptian families can anticipate more comprehensive funding for services that better fulfil their needs.

From Oxford Business Group

Exporting Workers

Debate is raging in the UK over the issue of free movement of labour, which lies at the heart of the country’s support of Bulgaria’s bid to become a full member of the EU.

From Oxford Business Group

Feeling in the Dark

Recent afternoon power outages have left Kuwait reeling without air-conditioning in the intense summer heat and many trapped in building lifts.

From Oxford Business Group

Telecom Competition

With the recent announcement of a programme to introduce more competition in the market, and the ongoing process of privatising the national phone company, Oman’s mobile telecommunication sector is transforming.

From Oxford Business Group

Trust in Trusts

Bahrain’s economic scorecard received a boost in recent days, with a leading international ratings agency giving the kingdom a welcome upgrade.

From Oxford Business Group