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Middle East business landscape is resetting, not retreating, says CEO

Johannes Hummer, CEO of Freedom Telecom International, asserts that despite regional challenges like the Strait of Hormuz closure and reduced airline profits, business in the Middle East is not retreating but rather resetting. He highlights that local companies are using the current downturn to enhance operations and infrastructure, citing examples of hotels undergoing renovations and the government's continued investment in new projects. Hummer also points to the digital advancement in the UAE, noting that companies like Revolut and Nubank have established headquarters there, and emphasizes that establishing a physical presence now signals strong commitment to the region's future growth. AI

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Middle East business landscape is resetting, not retreating, says CEO

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