The Gulf has always reinvented itself in bold strokes. From pearl trading in the early 20th century to the oil boom that reshaped the global economy, and then to the skyscrapers and free zones that defined the 2000s, the region has repeatedly rewritten its business story. Yet the coming decade, 2025 to 2035, will mark the most profound transformation of all.

Introduction: The Gulf region represents a unique blend of tradition and modernity, offering one of the most dynamic markets in the...