There is great potential to develop the existing opportunities for handicrafts, but the strengths are not currently exploited to their full potential. The purpose of this research is to recommend priority interventions in the craft sector at the regional level according to a local development...

Micro, small and medium sized enterprises (M/SMEs) are a dynamic force for sustained economic growth and job creation. They are a valid, crucial component of a vibrant industrial society.M/SMEs stimulate private ownership and entrepreneurial skills; they are flexible and can adapt quickly to...

This study aims to study the role of intellectual capital in developing SME`S in GCC countries. Intellectual capital is being viewed as the real representative concerning the ability of any company to compete or to make success especially after the gradual economic change to the economy based on...

It is noticeable that some of the Ijtihad-based Shariah opinions governing Islamic banking and finance lack common sense and are void of any wisdom, despite the fact Islamic law of transactions is rationalized and meant to bring Maslaha and benefits to human beings. It is as if entering the...

During the previous time of producing oil and gas in gulf area, so much of complicated relationship between producers and consumers happened. Mostly the winners were the powerful team. This article discusses one side of the political and economical side of the relationship and how the conflict...

Currently, oil is considered as the most important commodity in our planet. It exceeds third of the international trade while world transportation, electricity, agriculture, and industry depend on oil. Economists have different opinions regarding issue of cause and effect of oil industry and...