Gulf Business magazine has named Prateek Suri, Chairman and CEO of Maser Group, to its list of the Top 50 CEOs and business leaders for July 2026. This recognition highlights the rising influence of executives who bridge economic ties between Africa and the Middle East. Suri has spent over ten years developing businesses in Africa while keeping a strategic footprint in the Gulf region.
Suri identifies the evolving Gulf-Africa economic corridor as a premier investment opportunity. He advocates for partnerships that extend beyond basic trade into sectors like logistics, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, mining, and venture capital. His inclusion on this list signifies a shift in how Africa is perceived, moving from a simple investment target to a hub for innovation and entrepreneurial leadership.
The move toward knowledge-based economies in nations like the UAE and Saudi Arabia has increased demand for leaders with international experience. Analysts suggest that future competitiveness relies on executives who can effectively integrate emerging markets with global technology and capital networks. Suri, recognized as one of the wealthiest Indians operating in Africa, embodies this new model of globally connected leadership, managing a diverse portfolio that includes consumer technology and infrastructure projects.
