As part of EDI Staffbuilders International’s (EDI) marketing initiatives in the Middle East, we completed our first round of visits to Saudi Arabia and Dubai from February 1 to 21, 2025. Our President & CEO, Engr. Cesar A. Averia, Jr., joined me on this trip from February 1 to 11, as he needed to attend important meetings in the Philippines and Singapore. We typically conduct one to two visits annually to strengthen existing partnerships, explore emerging demands, and identify new business opportunities in key cities in Saudi Arabia, such as Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. We also take advantage of this trip to visit Dubai, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates.