· mohamed alabbar, the billionaire and current chairman of dubai’s emaar properties, has stated that he is planning to release a phone messaging service for the middle east that aims to compete with services such as whatsapp by being more regionally focused. Yes, soon, adding its regional when asked if the service would be designed for an arabic-speaking audience. · billionaire mohammed alabbar, one of dubais most prominent businessmen, plans a phone messaging service for the middle east that aims to compete with services such as whatsapp. · he said the plan is designed to reinforce fiscal and economic stability, support sustainable growth, and protect citizens from additional financial burdens. Jordan’s reform drive has gained momentum following the imf’s completion of the third review of its extended fund facility in june. Yes, soon, adding its regional when asked if. · asked on the sidelines of a conference in dubai on tuesday if he was considering launching a messaging app akin to whatsapp, alabbar replied: Billionaire mohamed alabbar, one of dubai’s most prominent businessmen, plans a phone messaging service for the middle east that aims to compete with services such as whatsapp.