Imagine, a gulf delegation sits down with industrial partners in Turkiye and everything is ready right from contract to the number analysis. And yet, somehow the deal does not get closed, not because of price or terms, but because of a tone that came across as impatient, a gesture that didn't translate. It generally happens in most international partnerships and the reason is the lack of cultural intelligence in the leaders
The MENA region is currently experiencing a period of transformation, which is largely powered by advancements in technology, sustainable development, and regional collaboration. With the diversification of the region from an over-reliance on oil, countries within the region have been making substantial investments in cross-border digital trade.
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Turkey’s next move: from transit state to energy–industrial hub
