What do the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia have in common? Apart from sitting on massive oil reserves, they all have successful airlines serving hundreds of destinations worldwide. Qatar Airways and Emirates, the biggest players in the region, are considered some of the best airlines in the world in terms of service and quality. They enjoy active support from their respective states and serve all populated continents. They have played a major role in putting cities like Doha and

By Arjun Shekdar International trade has long been a driving force of global economic growth, fostering innovation, efficiency, and prosperity through the exchange of goods and services across borders. Over time, many countries have benefited from open markets and free trade agreements, which reduce barriers and encourage competition. However, rising protectionist policies—such as tariffs, quotas, and subsidies—have sparked debates about whether these measures protect domesti

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By Vivan Mittal Consumer spending, or funds that households spend on goods and services, is the most powerful force in any economy. It can rise or fall for a myriad of reasons. Most significant among them are perhaps tax, inflation, consumer confidence, and fiscal policy of the government. All impact the amount of disposable income individuals have, how much faith they have in the future, and what they spend it on. The most obvious effect of consumer expenditure is taxation.

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