The Energy Sector in Oman: Oil, Gas, and the Broader Energy Industry
Introduction Oman’s economy has long been driven by oil and gas, which provide around 70% of government revenues and roughly 30% of GDP[1]. While Oman is a moderate producer relative to its Gulf neighbors, it has maintained output near 1 million barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil and condensate in recent years[2][3]. This production […]
Innovation and Startup Strategy in Oman’s Higher Education System
Muscat, Oman – Higher education institutions in the Sultanate are key to driving innovation under Oman Vision 2040. Introduction: Vision 2040 and the Push for Innovation in Higher Ed Oman Vision 2040 places innovation and economic diversification at the heart of the nation’s future. A central pillar is building a knowledge-driven economy less reliant on […]
High Net Worth Individual Investment Strategies in the UAE: Gateway to Canadian Innovation and Sustainable Growth Opportunities
Executive Summary The United Arab Emirates stands as the undisputed wealth management hub of the Middle East, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi ranking as the world’s #1 and #5 destinations for High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) respectively. With 81,200 millionaires in Dubai alone and projected wealth under management reaching $1.5 trillion by 2028, the UAE […]
High Net Worth Individual Investment Strategies in Morocco: Gateway to Canadian Clean Energy and Innovation Opportunities
Executive Summary Morocco stands at the forefront of Africa’s wealth creation narrative, with 7,500 HNWIs representing a 40% growth over the past decade. As the kingdom positions itself as a global green hydrogen powerhouse with $32.5 billion in approved projects and targets 52% renewable energy by 2030, significant opportunities emerge for strategic partnerships with Canadian […]
High Net Worth Individual Investment Strategies in Bahrain: Gateway to Canadian Opportunities
Executive Summary Bahrain continues to solidify its position as a leading wealth management hub in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with assets under management projected to reach US$4.02 billion by 2030. This growth, combined with evolving HNWI preferences toward Islamic finance, ESG investments, and international diversification, presents significant opportunities for Canadian businesses and investment platforms. […]
Iraq’s Emerging Investment Landscape: Reconstruction Opportunities and the Canada Connection
1. Introduction Iraq stands at a critical juncture in its economic history, transitioning from decades of conflict and isolation to become one of the Middle East’s most promising reconstruction and investment frontiers. With vast oil wealth, a young population exceeding 44 million, and an unprecedented reconstruction agenda requiring over $400 billion in investment, Iraq represents […]
Canada’s Energy Technology Leadership: A Comprehensive Investigation
By Saeed Zeinali, Founder & CEO, NextStars Canada has quietly emerged as a global powerhouse in energy technology innovation, ranking second worldwide on the Global Cleantech Innovation Index in 2024. With over $160 billion in federal support through 2035, a robust ecosystem spanning 20+ research universities, 45+ major energy technology companies, and 55+ emerging startups, […]
The $13.7 Billion Bridge: How Canada Can Capture India’s Innovation Surge and Transform Global Entrepreneurship
By Saeed Zeinali, Founder & CEO, NextStars While analyzing global startup ecosystems for NextStars’ international expansion strategy, I discovered something remarkable: India’s innovation economy isn’t just recovering, it’s transforming into something that could reshape global entrepreneurship. And Canada is perfectly positioned to capture this opportunity. India’s venture capital ecosystem just posted a stunning recovery, with […]
The $1.2 Trillion Opportunity: How Canada Can Bridge Asia’s Innovation Economy
The Greater China startup ecosystem has reached a critical inflection point. With 372 unicorns valued at over $1.2 trillion and a strategic pivot from consumer internet to deep technology, China, Hong Kong, and Macau represent one of the world’s most dynamic venture landscapes. For Canadian innovators and investors, this transformation creates unprecedented partnership opportunities, particularly for […]
East Asia’s Startup Powerhouses: A Deep Dive
Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are engineering a remarkable transformation of East Asia’s innovation landscape, collectively producing 47 unicorns worth over $250 billion and challenging Silicon Valley’s dominance in deep tech. While each country leverages distinct advantages—Japan’s research excellence, Korea’s digital-first culture, and Taiwan’s semiconductor supremacy—they face shared challenges of talent scarcity and funding gaps […]
