Big 5 Global, the largest and most influential construction and urban development event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), returns to Dubai World Trade Centre for its 46th edition, supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, Dubai Civil Defense and Dubai Municipality and Department of Municipalities and Transport Abu Dhabi.
With global consumption of sweets and snacks on the rise, Asia, Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) are emerging as the world’s fastest-growing markets. By the end of 2025, confectionery and snack sales across these markets are projected to reach nearly $389.8 billion, outpacing the growth rates of Europe and North America.The landscape is rapidly
With private label penetration now exceeding 95% of consumers worldwide and global growth on track for 10.8% CAGR by 2032, the sector is in a decisive decade. Across Asia, Middle East and Africa (AMEA), momentum is fuelled by health-forward ranges, premiumisation and rapid retail modernisation, with the Middle East & Africa private-label market alone projected to reach $35 billion
The opening day of the 5th PPP MENA Forum at Jumeirah Emirates Towers brought together regional leaders, government officials, and private sector executives to chart the future of public-private partnerships across the Middle East and North Africa. Proceedings began with Chairman’s Opening Remarks by Nasser Massoud, Founder and Managing Director of Concept Realisation and Chair
