Private sector job creation, inclusive labour markets crucial for GCC sustainability

UAE. Fiscal pressures on GCC economies are mounting with dropping oil prices accelerating the need to broaden and strengthen non-oil revenues, according to a new ICAEW report.

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Private sector job creation, inclusive labour markets crucial for GCC sustainability

UAE. Fiscal pressures on GCC economies are mounting with dropping oil prices accelerating the need to broaden and strengthen non-oil revenues, according to a new ICAEW report.

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Youth entrepreneur Christine Souffrant urges youngster to 'make opportunities happen'

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