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Blog: History on the Silk Route

In Istanbul this week, a major congress of transport ministers took time out from signing a declaration to revive the Silk Route linking Europe and Asia to hear former U.S.S.R. head of state Mikhail Gorbachev speak. John Defterios was there.

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"Marketplace Middle East" focuses on the issues, developments and trends that affect the region's business climate. Hosted by award-winning anchor John Defterios the weekly 15 minute program uncovers intriguing stories, showcases in-depth interviews with business leaders and provides special coverage of the business deals that matter.

Gulf oil producers say "no excess capacity"
Gulf oil producers say

Gulf oil nations are enjoying the fruits of rising prices. But demand is also rising and producers say it could take up to five years to increase commercial capacity. MME brings the issue into focus


This week on Marketplace Middle East
This week on Marketplace Middle East

U.S. President George W. Bush's visit to the Middle East this week could bring oil capacity to the forefront. MME looks at whether Middle East producers could do more. Plus, Dolphin Energy CEO, Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh on the natural gas industry

Facetime with Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh
Facetime with Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh

As record oil prices dominate the headlines, natural gas is an energy sector gaining more recognition. MME talks with the CEO of Dolphin Energy, Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh about the importance of the natural gas sector and the impact of increasing global demand and high oil prices

Bush in Saudi to discuss oil
Bush in Saudi to discuss oil

President Bush is visiting Saudi Arabia for one day to take a second stab at getting the oil-rich nation to increase production and drive down soaring gasoline prices hurting U.S. consumers.


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