E60: Omar Kassim on Middle East venture & investment ecosystem trends
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Omar Kassim joins us in the latest episode of the Impulso podcast in a candid discussion about the current dynamics of the venture and investment ecosystem in the Middle East.    With over a decade of experiences in venture and investment in the region, Omar has many insights into the appealing yet mysterious market and ecosystem of the Middle East.    Join us as we dive into: How the two major economies, UAE and Saudi Arabia differentiate in their strategy and compete with each other The Middle East’s investment and venture capital landscapes The unique challenges faced by both local and global companies operating in the region The region's potential for growth and development  
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