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An overview of WTW global news:

Middle East

The AI era demands a new approach to employee experience, says WTW While AI and other emerging technologies are reshaping how work is done, many organizations are struggling to keep pace with the demands of this new reality.
07 July 2026
United Arab Emirates

WTW secures approval to operate investment arm in Dubai International Financial Centre WTW, a global professional services firm, has received approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to operate its investments business within the Dubai International Financial Centre
11 June 2026
Middle East

WTW launches AI Workforce Transformation offering WTW, a global advisory, broking and solutions company, has announced the launch of its AI Workforce Transformation offering.
05 June 2026
Middle East

Middle East M&A will remain resilient in 2026 – but more selective While some reports suggest that the conflict could bring the region’s M&A activity to a halt, Gabe Langerak, Devvrat Gaggar and Radhika Gupta of WTW argue otherwise.
21 May 2026
Middle East

Six priorities for HR leaders in the GCC right now A regional survey from WTW has shed light on the most important imperatives for HR leaders in 2026.
18 May 2026
Middle East

Middle East employers are ‘doing a good job’ in prioritizing workforce health and safety Employers operating in the Middle East are moving rapidly to protect employees, maintain business continuity and strengthen crisis preparedness as geopolitical tensions across the region reshape work
12 May 2026
United Arab Emirates

The new Abu Dhabi HR Law: Strengthening public sector workforce and accountability The Abu Dhabi HR Law, which came into effect at the start of this year, has enhanced the public sector’s ability to build its workforce and accountability.
21 April 2026
Europe

ESG metrics remain key feature of executive incentive plans in Europe Despite global headwinds around environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies and initiatives, European companies remain committed to driving outcomes against ESG goals through executive incent
15 April 2026
Turkey

WTW appoints Sema Gökdemir as Regional Head of Health & Benefits WTW has announced the appointment of Sema Gökdemir as Head of Health & Benefits for the CEEMEA region, which spans Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
14 April 2026
Middle East

WTW shares practical toolkit for employee communication during uncertainty To help leaders ensure effective communications during today’s uncertain times, WTW has launched a toolkit that provides best practices, practical tips, and ready-to-use templates.
03 April 2026
Middle East

WTW brings the power of Gen AI to compensations & benefits with Rewards AI The human capital arm of global professional services firm WTW has launched Rewards AI, a new Generative AI-enabled tool that helps HR teams with enhancing their decision-making around compensations
26 February 2026
Middle East

Wealth managers prioritise client engagement and growth in 2026 Meeting evolving client expectations and deepening engagement with customers are the top priorities for wealth management professionals this year, according to research from WTW.
25 February 2026
Middle East

GCC employers grapple with unfunded end-of-service benefits amidst reforms In the GCC countries, there is an ongoing shift in the use of end-of-service benefits.
03 February 2026
Middle East

Prioritizing human capital during the M&A integration process While most of the attention in M&A integrations goes to strategic, transactional and functional matters, much of the ultimate success depends on the people who make it happen.
12 January 2026
Middle East

AI offers HR teams an opportunity to leap forward The rapid advancement of AI is creating a silver moment for HR functions around the Middle East.
05 January 2026
Middle East

Middle East healthcare costs to surge again in 2026, forecasts WTW report Global health insurance costs are projected to rise again by double-digits next year, on the back of a growing number of chronic diseases, an ageing population, and investments in new technologies.
17 December 2025
Middle East

Why HR is evolving into a strategic partner for dealmakers across the M&A lifecycle For M&A to succeed, a smooth and well-structured financial transaction is essential – but so too are people and culture, which remain critical ingredients of effective integration.
19 November 2025
Middle East

Stronger performance management linked to productivity gains, WTW finds Organisations that roll out performance optimisation programmes can significantly increase workforce productivity, according to a global survey by WTW.
04 November 2025
Middle East

Global M&A activity in Q3 gives dealmakers hope of a strong finish to 2025 Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) performance surged in the third quarter of this year, with 2025 shaping up to surpass expectations, according to latest research from WTW.
30 October 2025
Middle East

Multinationals expanding pension plan offerings to employees worldwide Multinationals around the world are steadily expanding use of International Pension Plan (IPPs) and International Savings Plans (ISPs), particularly in regions with underdeveloped retirement markets
24 October 2025
United Arab Emirates

HR leaders in UAE struggle with gap between ambition and action Human resources leaders in the UAE are experiencing a growing disconnect between what they consider important and where they are actually focusing their efforts, according to a new WTW report.
04 September 2025
Saudi Arabia

WTW hosts event in Riyadh to mark expansion in Kingdom’s insurance landscape Set to take place next week in Riyadh, the ‘Vision 2030 in Action: Pioneering Risk & Reinsurance’ event from WTW will bring together executives from across Saudi Arabia’s insurance sector to discuss
28 August 2025
Middle East

Organisations concerned employees on DC plans aren’t saving enough for retirement Over half of employers believe that defined contribution pension savers need to increase their savings during the accumulation phase to secure a comfortable retirement.
06 August 2025
Middle East

Middle East M&A sector gains momentum in first half of 2025 Despite ongoing global uncertainty and a slowdown in deals in many major markets, M&A activity in the Middle East gained significant momentum in the first half of 2025, according to new research from
30 July 2025
Middle East

Pamela Thomson-Hall on WTW’s next phase of growth in the Middle East Under the leadership of Pamela Thomson-Hall, CEO for all markets outside North America and Western Europe at WTW, the global professional services firm is chasing its next phase of growth in the Midd
14 July 2025
Asia

Willis appoints Daphne Duan as Director of Strategic Risk Consulting for Asia Global professional services firm WTW has appointed Daphne Duan (Wheal) as Director of Strategic Risk Consulting for Asia.
30 June 2025
Middle East

WTW’s HR Summit: Key takeaways for CHROs and HR Leaders in the GCC Global professional services firm WTW recently held the 2025 edition of its flagship HR Summit in Dubai, hosting over 100 executives and HR leaders from across the GCC.
02 June 2025
Middle East

Six pillars of an effective employee experience strategy Building a strong employee experience is a key part of the employee value proposition, driving productivity, talent retention, and corporate culture.
20 May 2025
India

WTW appoints Sukhmeet Singh as Head of Transformation & Integrated Solutions Global human capital, risk and insurance advisory business WTW has appointed Sukhmeet Singh as Head of Transformation & Integrated Solutions for India.
14 May 2025
United Arab Emirates

WTW takes full ownership of UAE business following deal with Al-Futtaim Global advisory and broking company WTW has taken full control over its business in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), acquiring a majority stake from Al-Futtaim.
02 May 2025
Middle East

Why post-merger integrations fail from a change and culture perspective When a post-merger integration fails, then the odds are high that leaders point at change and cultural problems as the root cause.
26 February 2025
Vietnam

Coffee farmers in Vietnam hit by low rainfall receive insurance-backed payout Coffee farmers in Vietnam who suffered losses due to low rainfall during the 2024 coffee growing season have received their first ever payout from WTW and Global Parametrics, as part of a program co-
15 February 2025

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