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Funding debate stalls Saudi Landbridge deal Premium Content

Flagship rail project faces delay as speculation mounts over change to public-procurement scheme.

Dubai revisits underwater hotel plan Premium Content

Dubai is revisiting plans first mooted in 2003 to build the world's first underwater hotel.

Algiers launches fresh bidding round for oil and gas licences Premium Content

Alnaft has approached energy majors to assess interest in 10 concessions.

Abu Dhabi university raises $1bn Premium Content

Abu Dhabi has secured the $1bn in financing required for its landmark Zayed University project, despite having yet to receive responses from several key banks that may wish to participate.

Kuwait forces contractors to fund projects Premium Content

Firms are struggling to raise the finance to bid for early production facilities deals issued by KOC.