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Video: Residential property market in Dubai turned in corner during H1 2012 with rents in some areas increasing by up to 13%, according to a recent report from Asteco. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco to get an insight into the key performing areas in both the residential and commercial sectors.

Video: Qatar Airways is the first Middle East carrier to receive the 'state of the art' Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Phil Blizzard reports on the reveal of the aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow which was conducted by Akbar al Baker, CEO, Qatar Airways. Step on board to view the interior of the aircraft and from the ground watch the aircraft take part in the flying display - a first for a Boeing aircraft in the livery of a commercial carrier. Whilst Akbar al Baker talks of the 'courage and stamina' in running an airline.

Video Replay: Executive Motoring with Phil Blizzard looks at a 'state of the art' vehicle workshop with James Liddle, Director - Aftersales, Al Ghandi Autos, whilst Mohmmed al Ghandi offers tips on how you should prepare your car before leaving it idle during a long vacation and also on the efficient running of cars during these high summer temperatures.

Video: Brent crude oil prices recovered strongly last week, passing a key threshold that bodes well for further price rises in the near future.

Video: Property Talk and an overview of the performance of the Abu Dhabi real estate market during the first half of the year. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco about increased supply of both residential and commercial property and the impact on rental rates, with the introduction into the market of 7,400 apartments and 1,675 villas in the first half of 2012.

Video: TravelWise with Phil Blizzard looking at some of the colourful islands which make up the Republic of the Seychelles, as well as neighbouring Le Reunion. In Travel Talk the industry experts this time are Elisa Grandcourt, CEO, Seychelles Tourism Board and Pascal Viroleau, Director of Tourism, Isle of Reunion. They talk about the attractions of their respective destinations and how they are trying to broaden their markets. Did you know, for example, that self-catering guest houses are available in the Seychelles

Video: TravelWise with Phil Blizzard using the 2012 Arabian Travel Market as a backdrop for this edition, with a look at the latest regional travel industry news. This includes Emirates expansion into Europe and their return to Vietnam, India's Spice Jet arrival in Dubai and weekend getaways from Air Arabia and Rotana Jet, plus Flydubai on their 3rd anniversary.

Video: Markets will react to the announcements out of the EU that the Funds can recapitalise banks, boosting Spain and Italy. Expect movement on the Euro on Thursday after the ECB summit.

Video: The Range Rover Evoque provides Phil Blizzard with an exhilarating drive through the rugged Hajjar mountains in the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula - this is a preview to the full motoring review, soon to be seen on AME Info

Markets suffer as investors digest the information coming out of key markets, including the extension of Operation Twist by the US and the information coming out of the Eurozone - amid signs of slowing global growth. Looking ahead there is a slew of data expected out of the Eurozone countries this week, which is expected to impact both the Euro and oil prices.

Video: The private aviation sector in the Middle East has been growing at a rate of 10 to 12% in the past 5 years, with a slight down turn in 2011. Ali Al Naqbi, Founding Chairman, Middle East Business Aviation talks to Phil Blizzard about the key growth areas and also about the negative impact of 'grey' aviation operators.

Video: The InterContinental Group has been in the Middle East region for over 50 years and is still evolving. Pascal Guavi, COO, Middle East & Asia, IHG talks to Phil Blizzard about their numerous brands, including new entrant Indigo Hotels, their focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with more than 5000 rooms in 22 hotels and how the group is develop brands for specific geographic regions.

Video: The internet has revolutionised market research and new listening and engagement techniques have given brands unparalleled insight into consumer's wants and habits. During this week's OMD Predicts in Dubai, Steven Bond spoke to Annelies Verhaeghe, Head of Research Innovation for InSites Consulting, about how multimedia ethnography and social media netnography are two solutions that can provide answers, even when no questions have been asked.

Markets wait for the results of the Greek elections, with investors solidifying their positions on the Euro last week. Expect major reactions regardless of the outcome in both the FX and commodities markets, where oil has felt a lot of downward pressure to remain below $100. Even a coalition government will only provide temporary respite as a number of fundamental issues need to be addressed, in addition to needing to watch developments in Italy and Spain.