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Shuaa Partners, established in 2006, is the private equity arm of Shuaa Capital psc, a leading regional investment banking institution based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm specializes in managing and advising private equity funds across a diverse range of industry sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, technology, and consumer goods. Shuaa Partners focuses on investments primarily in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with a particular emphasis on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, as well as select opportunities in Turkey, Pakistan, India, China, and select Western markets. The firm has a strong track record of successful transactions in the Arab markets, with its first fund, Shuaa Partners Fund I, L.P., closing with $200 million of commitments in September 2005. This fund aimed to achieve capital appreciation through selected investments in the GCC countries, Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt. Shuaa Partners operates under the regulatory framework of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), having received a license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) in 2006. This license underscores the firm's commitment to adhering to international standards and best practices in private equity investment. The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a hands-on approach, actively engaging with portfolio companies to drive growth and value creation. Shuaa Partners has a history of successful exits, including the sale of its entire stake in Rotana Hotel Management Corporation in 2010, which generated a strong return for the fund's limited partners. The firm's team comprises experienced professionals with deep regional knowledge and a strong network, enabling them to identify and capitalize on attractive investment opportunities in the MENA region and beyond. Shuaa Partners continues to build on Shuaa Capital's legacy as one of the oldest private equity investors in the MENA region, leveraging its investment experience to deliver value to its investors and portfolio companies.