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Tala Michel Issa
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Senior Reporter, Arabian Business (English)
Dubai
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lifestyle, geopolitics politics, economicsBusiness, & technology.
Consumer Business
Content
By Tala Michel Issa Verified| Arabian Business (English) Verified The AIM Congress 2025 concluded in Abu Dhabi earlier this week after three days of high-level discussions focused on reshaping global investment landscapes, smart city technologies, and international trade partnerships. The event, which attracted more than 25,000 participants from 180 countries, highlighted the UAE’s growing influence as a strategic investment hub and showcased emerging technologies transforming urban environments.
UAE exchanges, fintechs brace for Trump tariffs impact on remittances as global trade tensions mount
By Tala Michel Issa Verified| Arabian Business (English) Verified However, industry experts say it’s too early to determine the full impact on the nearly $40 billion that expatriates send annually from the Emirates. In the UAE, remittance outflows have shown a declining trend over recent years. In 2023, outward remittances totaled $38.5 billion, marking a continued decline from the peak of $52.88 billion in 2019. Specific data for UAE remittance outflows in 2024 are not yet available.
Saudi property market booms with $29bn transactions as premium visas drive record foreign investment
By Tala Michel Issa Verified| Arabian Business (English) Verified Saudi Arabia’s real estate market has recorded SAR109 billion (approximately $29 billion) in transactions so far in 2025, with the Premium Residency programme emerging as a significant catalyst for foreign investment in the property sector, industry experts told Arabian Business.
Company Info
Arabian Business (English)
ITP Media Group is a prominent global media company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, established in 1987. It has grown to become one of the largest media organizations in the Middle East and North Africa, with a strong presence in Dubai Media City and branch offices in Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, as well as international locations in Mumbai, London, and Los Angeles. The company offers a wide array of services, including publishing over 80 magazine titles and managing more than 40 websites that cover business, lifestyle, and entertainment. ITP Media Group also excels in digital media, event organization, video content creation, and operates the largest social influencers' agency in the region. Additionally, it engages in the e-gaming sector and provides e-commerce solutions. Notable brands under its umbrella include Arabian Business, Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, Esquire, and Time Out, which contribute to its reputation as a leading media entity in the region.
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
+971 4 444 3000
Founded: 1987