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In the first quarter of 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) emerged as the frontrunner in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, recording 63 deals. This surge is attributed to the country’s strategic economic reforms and its emphasis on sectors like technology and consumer products.

In January, the National Labour Observatory (NLO) reported that Saudi Arabia’s private sector employed over 11 million workers. The detailed statistics for January 2024 cover the total workforce, including male and female citizens, and residents.