Author: Alberto Rodríguez

Riyadh, September 2026 — Biz-Expansion’s ongoing monitoring of high-growth construction markets reveals a major structural evolution unfolding in the Gulf. Newly updated intelligence from the Saudi Contractors Authority tracking platform (SCAVO) confirms that the regional projects market is undergoing an intense, calculated reprioritization. Moving decisively past the era of raw conceptual designs, the $1.5 trillion active construction pipeline is shifting its execution strategy. Capital allocators are systematically balancing long-range giga-project timelines with an aggressive pivot toward commercial infrastructure that yields immediate economic and logistical value. The Private Capital Multiplier & Contractor Surge While standard macroeconomic observers might interpret the scaling…

Seychelles is entering a new phase of economic development, with the blue economy emerging as a major frontier for investment, diversification, and sustainable growth, according to Hon. Wallace Cosgrow, Minister of Fisheries, Agriculture, and Blue Economy. In this exclusive interview, Cosgrow reflects on Seychelles’ economic evolution, the growing importance of fisheries and agriculture, and the opportunities available to investors as the country seeks to make greater use of its natural resources while protecting its fragile environment. From a Traditional Economy to a Modern, Service-Oriented Nation As Seychelles reflects on five decades of independence, Cosgrow sees a country that has undergone…

Sharm El Sheikh has evolved from a beach getaway into a full‑fledged Red Sea tourism hub, where luxury, entertainment, and business intersect along the coast. At the heart of this transformation stands the Savoy Sharm El Sheikh Group, a leading hospitality operator that brings together multiple award‑winning hotels and resorts, anchored by the iconic SOHO Square lifestyle destination. The Group’s portfolio includes several distinct but complementary properties that cater to different traveller segments — from luxury‑focused adult‑only stays to family‑friendly all‑inclusive resorts and vibrant urban‑centric hotels. Among the key properties are: Savoy Sharm El Sheikh – a 5‑star deluxe resort nestled within landscaped gardens…

Mauritius likes to say it has “no natural resources – except its people,” yet it is now openly targeting high‑income status by 2030. GDP per capita has climbed from roughly 300 dollars at independence in 1968 to an estimated 15,700 dollars in 2025, with growth around 3.4 percent projected for FY2026/27. Today, the island functions as Africa’s leading international financial centre, structuring about 40 billion dollars of continental investment, retaining an investment‑grade Baa3 rating from Moody’s, and consistently ranking among the top three African countries for quality of life.​ That ascent, from sugarcane fields to fintech hub, medical tourism destination,…