With our roots in public policy and regulation, we help governments and public sector bodies in the MENA region grow and diversify their economies; investors acquire new assets, and corporates to reach new markets and respond to risks.
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HOW WE HELP CLIENTS
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Market and regulatory insights
We deliver a monitoring and early-warning system that helps identify the developments and trends that could impact on MENA operations, commercial prospects, and reputation. We also work with clients to develop engagement strategies to maximise the impact of outreach to regional stakeholder, while providing ad hoc advice and bandwidth to react events.
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Investment promotion and market strategy
We help facilitate market entry strategy, including detailed study of target locations for setup by business activity, with analysis and recommendations for establishing a footprint and expansion. We also work with government organisations to develop their approach to investment promotion, advising on events and trade delegations, providing advice on ecosystem planning and outreach.
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Macro advisory
Our macro advisory services support clients in monitoring, anticipating and adapting to global political events and trends. We work with government organisations and executive agencies in MENA to provide macroeconomic insights and analysis to support regulations for enhancement of the business environment, attract foreign direct investment and contribute to economic diversification goals.
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Investor services
We collaborate closely with investment and portfolio managers, offering expertise in specific transactions, trades, and macro trends through our Global Investor Services team. Our services include providing actionable insights on the MENA region, conducting analysis on key issues, and delivering investor briefings on asset classes, economies, and sectors.
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Our people
Our MENA team is comprised of individuals with extensive experience in the region and globally. They leverage experience from government, international organizations, and business to advise clients at all levels, including C-Suites, boards, and government affairs and operational teams.
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Ahmed
Helal
Ahmed leads GC's MENA practice, working with clients seeking to understand political and policy trends impacting on international investors seeking to deploy capital in the Gulf and local entities looking to develop their commercial footprint.
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Thomas
Gratowski
Thomas advises clients on macroeconomic and geopolitical developments globally, in particular European corporates to understand sanctions, political risks and commercial opportunities in MENA and Asia.
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Henrietta
Metcalfe
Henrietta advises international investors on the political and policy trends impacting decisions to deploy capital in the Gulf, and local entities looking to develop their commercial footprint.
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Sewar
Quran
Sewar providing strategic advice to clients with an interest in understanding policy and regulatory developments in the Middle East, especially related to foreign investment regimes and tech policy.
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Hira
Fatima
Hira helps clients gauge policy developments in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on strategic support and investment promotion for both international clients and local organisations.