Zarya – Your Fast-Track to the Middle East.
The Middle East is arguably the most lucrative new frontier to scale your business. Here is why the GCC is built for growth.
0 million multicultural residents.
Roughly 18% of the US population and the size of France or Italy — defined by one of the world's youngest demographics and highest disposable incomes.
$0.0 trillion economy. 0% already beyond oil.
The 9th largest in the world — sovereign-backed, fast-moving, and built for the next decade.
Growing faster than the world.
IMF projects GCC GDP growth at 3.5% in 2025 and 4.2% in 2026 — outpacing both the global average and developed economies.
Trillions in strategic mega-projects.
Driven by national transformations like Saudi Vision 2030 and UAE Vision 2031, over $3 trillion is currently committed to building smart cities, next-gen healthcare networks, and AI infrastructure from the ground up.
A hyper-connected, digital-first market.
With 99% internet penetration, the GCC population adopts new technologies, digital health, and AI solutions faster than many Western counterparts, providing the perfect environment for rapid scaling.
Top-tier purchasing power.
With Qatar and the UAE boasting an IMF-reported GDP per capita (PPP) of over $131,000 and $89,000 respectively, the region offers a highly liquid B2B and consumer market with an exceptional willingness to pay for innovation.
Dedicated Operations Team
An embedded operational team that acts as your dedicated extension in the Middle East.
Bureir Fashakh
General Partner & Board Member
Oleg Tyagunov
General Partner & Investment Committee Member
Olivier Latour
Investment Committee Member & Board Observer
Maksim Varchenia
Chief Business Development Officer