Q2 of 2009 has begun on a low-key note, as expected, with the world still searching for ways to set right all the wrongs of the global financial system that were exposed last year. Despite the best efforts of governments at all levels, business confidence remains elusive in markets across the Gulf countries. One reason is it’s still not clear how the real economy has been affected, but that’s no reason to ignore the larger task of nation-building. That’s why all major infrastructure projects are continuing to go ahead in the UAE. While the market finds its level, it’s important for business leaders to consolidate what’s on hand and shore up the fundamentals.
