by Ehsan Bayat | Sep 14, 2017 | Africa, Business, Construction, Egypt, Energy, Infrastructure, Middle East
Several years ago, Egypt experienced a terrible energy crisis. In 2013, for example, the country only produced 24,000 megawatts of electricity—much less than the 29,000 megawatts it needed. In 2014, the demand for power dwarfed supply by more than 15 percent, leading...
by Ehsan Bayat | Sep 7, 2017 | Architecture, Construction, Infrastructure, Learning, Middle East
Mosques are a prevalent form of religious architecture throughout the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region. While many of these structures date back more than 1,000 years, there are also some newer mosques that demonstrate impressive craftsmanship. Here are a five...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 31, 2017 | Economy, Middle East, Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority, or SAGIA, has begun a long-term economic growth project that involves the development of four cities across the country. These urban hubs, called Economic Cities (ECs), are meant to boost the country’s economy by...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 24, 2017 | Education, Infrastructure, Learning, Middle East, Museum, UAE
Museums are an integral part of any community’s cultural infrastructure. Not only do museums attract tourists and provide entertainment for the local public, but they also act as a medium for cultural exchange. Art and other items of historical and cultural...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 17, 2017 | Architecture, Business, Construction, Infrastructure, Kuwait, Middle East, UAE
Infrastructure in the MENA region has taken a sustainable turn in recent decades. Green buildings have become a priority for both developers and the public, as is evidenced by these five energy-efficient and sustainable structures. King Abdullah University of Science...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 10, 2017 | Business, Commerce, Infrastructure, Resorts, UAE
Tourism is a staple in the economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In 2016, tourism contributed nearly $65 billion to the country’s economy. This was a considerable return on the nearly $7.5 billion investment made in this industry in 2015. The country’s booming...
by Ehsan Bayat | Aug 3, 2017 | Commerce, Construction, Infrastructure, Kuwait, Middle East, Transportation
Kuwait is one the smallest countries in the Middle East, but also one of the most oil-rich. The country spans an area of just under 7,000 square miles with a population of about 3 million. The country’s robust oil reserves have provided it with a high global ranking...
by Ehsan Bayat | Jul 26, 2017 | Construction, Infrastructure, Middle East, Transportation, UAE
Public transportation is an important part of infrastructure development in the Middle East. In addition, it is a relatively new concept in the region, where the first mass transit system started in Dubai in 2009. Historically, many countries have focused on road...
by Ehsan Bayat | Jul 19, 2017 | Architecture, Construction, Education, Infrastructure, Middle East
Universities are a vital part of a community’s social infrastructure. They lead to a more educated and prosperous population, resulting in more rapid growth of the economy and democracy. Many universities in the Middle East are experiencing a revival, with...
by Ehsan Bayat | Jul 12, 2017 | Business, Commerce, Energy, Infrastructure, Middle East, Transportation, UAE
Countries in the Middle East accounted for more than a quarter of the world’s oil production in 2014. The world’s biggest offshore oil field is operated by Saudi Arabia’s national oil and gas company, and the world’s second-largest is located in the United Arab...
