In an interview with Al Majalla, the fund's director says he is working to increase private sector investment while trying to lay the groundwork for a more educated population

The ruling has unnerved tenants, but it won't go into effect until June of next year, giving time for the state to come up with alternative safety measures for society's most vulnerable

Advocates say they help combat climate change but safety concerns from residents have made them unpopular with some councils. What next for micromobility?

A revitalised group can act as a counterweight to BRICS

Plans for trade tariffs, deregulation, and mass deportations will have huge repercussions on industries like finance, oil, and manufacturing. Meanwhile, the deficit is set to balloon.

With subsidies still being paid, the budget deficit has ballooned from $45bn in 2024 to an expected $62bn next year. This largesse worries some, but apparently not the government

Damascus has artificially lowered prices for years, but Syrians today cannot afford basics like fuel without them, meaning its budget has become a delicate balancing act

Despite sanctions, Iran is still a big oil producer, with huge refining capacity. It also controls waterways crucial to the flow of Gulf oil. Yet the West has reserves and China's demand is dropping.

Middle East Airlines (MEA) flights to and from Beirut are ongoing despite Israel's relentless air strikes. Amidst huge losses, MEA bosses know how important it is to stay airborne.

The story of Shallah, who recently passed away at 92, and that of his illustrious family tell plenty about the history of Damascus and its business community over the past 100 years