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Having grown up in a war-torn Iraq, Kawa Junad understood the necessity for digital innovation from a tender age. But the founder of First Iraqi Bank says he refuses to be led by trends—for him, every decision is rooted in a singular purpose: improving the lives of his people.

Stefan Schmied, Leader of LIXIL International's IMEA region (India, the Middle East, including Türkiye and Africa), on uniting bold sustainability ambitions with long-term business growth.

How RAKEZ is shaping the future of sustainable industry by turning pilot projects into lasting pillars of the UAE's green economy.

Blending heritage with technology, the company is shaping the region's luxury design identity.

"I strongly believe that AI should be introduced to organizations to solve problems, increase efficiency, and reduce costs. AI is not one-size-fits-all for every industry, and we are beginning to see different AI solutions tailored to specific sectors."

Five Emirati F&B entrepreneurs, part of the inaugural cohort of The Emirati Chef's Table program, will benefit from expert mentorship and guidance provided by a group of specialists and professionals.

"The trust we have built through strong infrastructure, competitive pricing, and local engagement is what turned market volatility into opportunity and lifted us to $1.51 trillion in volume in a single quarter."

Raffaella Campagnoli talks with Andrea Fornari, Head of GCC Export, at EssilorLuxottica.



The Tokyo gathering will mark the third FII event of the year, following the FII Priority Europe Summit in Albania in May 2025 and coming just weeks after the initiative's flagship conference in Riyadh in October 2025.

Survey shows nearly 90% of Chinese firms plan regional expansion, with Saudi Arabia and UAE leading the way.

Helimi pledges efforts to bridge gaps with Africa via investment, collaboration and community growth initiatives.

Keeping up with the competition and keeping an eye out on the latest tech are important, but the 'tech' in question is redundant if it is not intuitive.

"I believe that the future of real estate lies in 'regenerative development', where buildings give back more than they take."

Platform offers free membership, insider pricing on 1,200 brands, and worldwide shipping to 130 countries.

The platform aims to transform real estate decision-making in the region by bringing institutional-grade infrastructure trusted by CBRE , Invesco, Lloyds Living, Quintain, and the UK Government.

H.E. Najla Al Midfa, Vice Chairperson of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), and Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of Emirates Growth Fund (EGF), proposes a new model of leadership - "kindness with a spine."

On September 25 at Al Habtoor Palace Dubai, Entrepreneur Middle East brings together founders, investors, policymakers, and innovators for a forum of strategies, fresh insights, and meaningful connections.

AlFarsi and Plouzeau sit at the helm of one of the region's most impact-driven venture capital firms. But even as they empower future-oriented startups, the duo dissect why the role of investors has transcended that of mere capital providers.

Mete Güney, Executive Vice President, Market Development, EEMEA, Mastercard, looks ahead to a new chapter of impact at the company.

Lowered investment threshold aims to boost economy, diversify under Vision 2040.

The move marks the company's first step into the British market and signals its ambition to establish itself as a global luxury perfume player.

The prestigious Cityscape Global Innovation Challenge is now inviting startups and scaleups to pitch transformative solutions across real estate, construction, and urban living.

The Saudi Arabia government's decision to allow foreign ownership in designated zones is expected to catalyse a surge in international interest and investment.

The UAE is not just investing in clean energy or convening global climate dialogue – it's redefining the backbone of supply chains, embedding sustainability into the very systems that power logistics, manufacturing, and commerce.

Nation ranks second globally for workplace AI adoption, highlighting rapid upskilling and new challenges.

UAE announces world's largest award for AI-generated films as part of 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026.