I know next to nothing about the Middle East except what I gather every time I transit through Bahrain (1970s), Dubai (2000s) and Doha (today).
One should not ignore impressions derived from airport terminals; they are oases of distilled culture and relationships.
It would be interesting to get feedback from watch collectors and industry people outside the airport cocoons.
Is it all about platinum cases and diamonds?
Regards,
MTF