The Minister of Economy recently announced that the UAE would be increasing the contribution of the industrial sector in the GDP of the UAE from 14 per cent to 25 per cent in 15 years.
Technology
NSN to upgrade and expand Saudi 4G network
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has selected Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) to upgrade its nationwide GSM and 3G networks, and expand its commercial 4G network.
SAP plans to invest US$450mn towards regional growth
SAP has announced plans to invest US$450mn across the region and North Africa over the next four years in an attempt to spur growth.
DuPont opens two local offices in Morocco
DuPont has opened two new offices in Casablanca and Tangier as part of the companys? growth strategy to expand into key developing markets.
Qtel wins Doha airport telecom contract
Qatar Telecom (Qtel) was awarded a contract to provide telecom services at the new US$11 billion Doha airport, scheduled to open in December.