Japanese specialty coffee chain % Arabica is relocating its global headquarters from Kyoto, Japan, to Dubai, UAE, in a strategic move to bolster its international expansion. With 189 stores across 24 markets, the company has seen significant growth, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, where it now operates 45 stores. The Dubai office will serve as a central hub for further growth, with plans to expand into key European markets, including France, Hungary, Spain, and Turkey. Additionally, % Arabica has franchise agreements set to open outlets in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Russia, emphasizing its ambitious growth strategy in the coming years.
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