PROJECT FINANCE - The Qatargas II project borrowing a demonstrated both the increasing appetite for GCC exposure from international banks and the growing diversification necessary for borrowers as deal flow soars. Tom Everett-Heath reports on the ongoing evolution of the regional project finance market

SAUDI ARABIA - Independent water and power projects have become a priority in Saudi Arabia, with Marafiq and Shouaiba testing the developer and financing markets' appetites at the same time.

Everett-Heath, Tom, (2004)

BUSINESS CONFIDENCE SURVEY - In light of regional instability, business sentiment appears remarkably buoyant. Tom Everett-Heath reports on the results of the inaugural HSBC-MEED Middle East Business Confidence Survey

Everett-Heath, Tom, (2004)

KUWAIT - The Kuwait Investment Authority (KIA) is shifting its focus, placing increased emphasis on developing the domestic economy and direct investments. Tom Everett-Heath talks to new managing director Bader al-Sa'ad about the KIA's plans

Everett-Heath, Tom, (2004)