2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for the Gulf. Take a look at what’s happening across the GCC: thebusinessyear.com/article/… 🇰🇼 Kuwait: IPO revival 🇸🇦 Saudi: Phase 3 of Vision 2030 🇦🇪 UAE: Etihad Rail passenger launch 🇧🇦 Bahrain: Metro progress 🇶🇦 Qatar: Massive 5.2% growth forecast 🇴🇲 Oman: SME & tech explosion #Kuwait #SaudiArabia #UAE #Bahrain #Qatar #Oman #GCC #Gulf #Economy

Bringing together visionary leaders, urban planners, landscape architects, developers, sustainability pioneers, and technology innovators, this year’s edition introduces a refreshed format designed to spotlight the latest insights and innovations shaping urban greening across the UAE. Launched with a focus on Dubai’s landmark AED 18.3 billion Public Parks and Greenery Strategy, the summit will explore climate-responsive design, biodiversity, smart technology integration, ecological restoration, regenerative tourism, and child-centric multisensory playscapes. Join us as we drive innovation, resilience, and long-term socio-economic value through sustainable open space development Register now: abrv.in/jFlq

TBY talks to Ibrahim Alnasir, CEO of Saudi Artisanal Company, about partnerships, international expansion, and leaving a legacy. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

📢 PRESS RELEASE | Invest in Africa Summit 2026 The Netherlands hosts the Invest in Africa Summit on 16 April 2026 in The Hague 🇳🇱🌍 Theme: Unlocking Digital Transformation, Investments & Trade Opportunities in Africa 🔹 400 leaders 🔹 40 speakers 🔹 High-potential projects 🔹 Global investors & policymakers Explore Africa’s fastest-growing opportunities. 🌐 investinginafrica.eu #InvestInAfrica #AfricaBusiness #FDI #DigitalTransformation #Trade #Investment #Entrepreneurship #AfricaRising #TheHague

TBY talks to Anas Abdallah, General Manager of Hyatt Place Riyadh Al Sulaimania, about the growing hospitality sector, competition, and goals for 2026. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

Building with Beijing: How Are China-El Salvador Relations Developing in 2026? "When looking at the broader geopolitical scene this sluggishness [with a trade deal] comes off as textbook deliberate ambiguity." thebusinessyear.com/article/… @TBYupdates

🏗️ One Event. Three Experiences. Endless Opportunities. Oman Design & Build Week 2026 brings together the full built environment ecosystem at OCEC from 11–13 May 2026 — giving you access to three powerful industry experiences in one visit: 🔹 Oman Design & Build Expo — Discover the latest construction materials, design solutions, technologies, and suppliers shaping future projects. 🔹 Oman Real Estate Expo — Connect with developers, investors, and property opportunities driving Oman’s real estate growth. 🔹 The Real Estate Conference — Gain insights from industry leaders discussing market trends, investments, and future developments. With 34,000 visitors expected and 160 exhibitors from 8 countries, this is where industry meets opportunity. 🎟️ Register early and plan your visit now. 📅 11–13 May 2026 | 📍 Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre 👉 Secure your pass: badge-registration.com/CONNE…

We're an official Media Partner for the Cyber Security Summit – South Africa 2026, organized by Exito Media Concepts. 📅 12 March 2026 | 📍 Indaba Hotel, South Africa 🔐 Advancing cyber resilience and digital trust. 🔗 exito-e.com/cybersecuritysum… #CSSSouthAfrica2026 #CyberSecurity #MediaPartner #BusinessYear #Exito

TBY talks to Hans Van Buylaere, Managing Director for the Middle East at OpenWay Group, about the company’s global strategy, the Saudi Arabian market, and building a cashless economy. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

TBY recently interviewed Hisham Al Bahkali, President of GE Vernova Saudi Arabia. GE Vernova’s business strategies in the Kingdom are fully aligned with the economic growth and diversification goals of Saudi Vision 2030, particularly in relation to infrastructure solutions across the energy value chain. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

✨ The best is yet to come! ✨ From March 10 to 12, 2026, experience the most important international trade fairs in the region at the Panama Convention Center: Expocomer, Expo Tourism International, Expo Logistics, Expo Tech, and Expo Eléctrica Internacional Panamá. 🔔 Follow us and stay tuned for all the latest news, business opportunities, and activities brought to you by #FERIASCCIAP2026

⚡️India offers a diverse portfolio of power and energy solutions designed to perform across varied geographies, grid conditions, and market requirements. Through the Buyer–Seller Meetings at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, international buyers can engage directly with Indian manufacturers and solution providers delivering export-ready technologies across generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, and energy storage. 🤝 📈 This platform enables focused sourcing discussions, helping buyers identify technologies aligned to regional demand profiles and long-term infrastructure priorities. ➡️Register Now: bit.ly/4qt0Swv 📃Download the event brochure: bit.ly/4rC3rgv 📅 Date: 19–22 March 2026 📍 Venue: Hall 2, Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, India

TBY talks to Rhett Maxwell, Managing Director of Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Company –  JLR (MYNM JLR), about partnerships, sustainability, and creating a long-term vision. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

TBY talks to Ihab Z. Abbas, CEO of Richmond Engineering and Management, about the firm’s operations in Saudi Arabia, international collaboration, and strategic priorities for 2026. thebusinessyear.com/intervie…

We are joining Fiber Connect LATAM 2026 in Querétaro, taking place next March 25 at the Hotel Hacienda Jurica by Brisas, the meeting point for fiber optics, data centers and ISPs in Mexico and across the region. Use the code Partner_Mx_26 and get 30% off your registration. 🔗 More info and registration: fiberbroadband.org/event/fib… Telecom operators, ISPs and data center companies can also request a special registration code by writing to: MarketingLatam@fiberbroadband.org See you in Querétaro!

👀 Visitor registration for @gitexfuturehealth is now open! Do not miss the early offer and get up to 50% OFF on your pass!! 🤑 Registration is free for all Licensed Healthcare Professionals (verification ID is required). Get your ticket and experience Africa's healthcare innovation firsthand. GITEX FUTURE HEALTH Africa is the only platform where healthcare transformation meets Africa's digital future. From medical devices and diagnostics to laboratory equipment and AI-driven digital health solutions, the exhibition showcases the full spectrum of the healthcare ecosystem. 🗓 14-16 May 2026 📍 Casablanca, Morocco 🔗 Register now: gitexafrica.com?utm_campaign…

🤝 2 weeks to go until WAM Saudi opens its doors in Riyadh! As a proud partner of WAM Saudi, we’re supporting a world-class platform that brings together policymakers, technology providers, manufacturers and innovators driving industrial growth in Saudi Arabia. WAM Saudi is where collaboration happens, ideas turn into action and global expertise meets local ambition. 📅 15–17 February 2026 | Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre 🔗 Register now – free to attend: visit.wamsaudi.com/campaign/…

📢 Media Partnership Announcement We’re delighted to partner as a Media Partner for the Manufacturing IT Summit KSA 2026, happening on 12 February 2026 at the Riyadh Marriott Hotel. This exclusive, invite-only, CPD-certified summit unites senior manufacturing and technology leaders to discuss Industry 4.0, AI-driven manufacturing, IoT, digital twins, smart supply chains, and more. 🔗 Event details & registration: manufacturingitsummit.com/ks… #ManufacturingIT #Industry40 #SmartManufacturing #DigitalTransformation #SaudiArabia #ManufacturingLeaders #MediaPartner

We’re proud to partner as a Media Partner for the Digital Transformation Summit KSA 2026, taking place on 11 February 2026 at the Riyadh Marriott Hotel. This CPD-certified leadership summit brings together 300 CIOs, CTOs, and digital leaders to explore AI, IoT, Web 3.0, cybersecurity, data strategy, and more—driving real business impact across the Kingdom. 🔗 Learn more & register: digitransformationsummit.com… #DigitalTransformation #DTSSaudi #CIO #CTO #AI #CyberSecurity #SaudiArabia #MediaPartner #TechLeadership

TBY talks to Rami Alajrami, Managing Partner of Savvy, about sustainability, taking a cautious approach toward robotics, and investment strategy. Full interview available to read here: thebusinessyear.com/intervie…