Hardware re-exports from Dubai down 30%

13 August 2009

Re-exports of IT hardware from Dubai to non GCC countries have fallen by at least 30% this year as buyers in Africa and the former Soviet republics choose to deal directly with distributors in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. IT hardware resellers and traders are being buffeted by the fluctuating dollar rate, global recession and in some cases increases in visa charges to enter Dubai. (Mac Capital Advisors)

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