Egypt is adding hotel capacity as visitor numbers rise. The larger opportunity is to design better journeys, services and cultural…
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Cross-border analysis of the forces shaping the Middle East and North Africa.
Qatar’s planned auto museum connects private collecting with design, engineering, restoration and public education. That makes it more than a…
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Abu Dhabi’s longevity strategy connects genomics, clinical research, biotechnology and capital. Its real test is whether the cluster can convert…
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Jordan is training game developers and expanding technical infrastructure. The next challenge is financing, publishing and owning globally distributed intellectual…
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Tunisia’s craft economy includes hundreds of businesses led by women and graduates. The larger opportunity is to convert skilled production…
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Morocco possesses recognised skills in leather, carpets, ceramics, jewellery and textiles. The larger prize is owning the brands and distribution…
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Riyadh’s design economy now reaches architecture, public space, fashion and digital products. The next test is whether design improves how…
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A biennial can create visibility. Arab designers also need archives, manufacturing links, commissioning networks and buyers that remain after the…
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Egypt has textile history, garment factories and export ambition. Capturing more value will require design ownership, brand building and closer…
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Public programmes are bringing new attention to Gulf artisans. Building a real creative industry will require pricing power, distribution and…
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