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From regional cooperation in Saudi Arabia to trade agreements in the UAE, and socio-economic trends in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman, get your 24/7 insight into the GCC’s evolving landscape. We are your comprehensive guide to understanding the Gulf’s strategic importance and cultural richness.

GCC Lifestyle UAE

5 Video Calling Apps That Work in UAE Without VPN

For Personal Or Business Use The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strict internet usage regulations, particularly regarding communication apps like video calling services. Many popular apps such as WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Skype are blocked or heavily restricted in the UAE due to concerns over VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services. However, several reliable
Qatar Tech

Qatar’s Ooredoo Group And NVIDIA Forge AI Partnership

Initiative Encompasses The MENA Region Doha-headquartered digital services operator Ooredoo Group has partnered strategically with NVIDIA, the world leader in AI computing, to meet the growing demand for generative AI and hyperconnectivity solutions in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The partnership, endorsed on June 19, 2024, at TMForum’s DTW24 event in
Business UAE

UK Faces Exodus Of 9,500 Millionaires In 2024

UAE Ropes In World’s Migrating Millionaires The United Kingdom UK) is expected to experience a staggering net loss of 9,500 millionaires in 2024. This projection, outlined in the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2024, newly released by Henley & Partners, marks a substantial increase from the 4,200 millionaires who departed last year, a record-breaking
GCC Sport UAE

All About The Best Sports Clubs In Dubai

From Football To Cricket Dubai, known for its skyscrapers, luxurious lifestyle, and business environment, is also known for its vibrant sports culture. The city offers a variety of sporting activities, from desert dune bashing to golf courses with stunning vistas. Dubai’s state-of-the-art sports facilities, including world-class stadiums, arenas, and training
Entertainment GCC UAE

10 Must-Visit Indoor Places To Enjoy In Dubai

Be Ready To Be Dazzled And Entertained Dubai is a thriving metropolis with old and new attractions, including the world’s most extensive natural flower garden, the Palm Jumeirah archipelago, and the world’s tallest building. The city offers a blend of tradition and innovation, with the Arabian Peninsula providing an adventure oasis. Indoor activities include
Retail UAE

Dubai Mall To Implement Paid Parking From July 1, 2024

In Collaboration With Salik Company Dubai Mall, the world’s second-largest shopping mall, will introduce a paid parking system in partnership with Salik Company, Dubai’s only tollgate operator, effective July 1, 2024. The new system will autonomously take charges from a Salik user’s account (via windshield Salik RFID sticker) and cover Grand Parking, Cinema Parking,
Space UAE

MBZ-SAT Satellite Begins Environmental Testing In South Korea

Satellite Due To Launch This Year The Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has initiated crucial environmental testing of its MBZ-SAT satellite at the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) testing facility in Daejeon, South Korea. The rigorous two-month testing phase, guided by Tariq Al Nasser, MBRSC’s Environmental Test Manager, encompasses thermal
Space UAE

French Space Delegation Visits The UAE

To Boost Space Sector Partnerships A high-level delegation representing leading French space companies visited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from June 3 to June 4, 2024, as part of a ‘French Space Tour’ organised by Business France, the national agency that facilitates the international development of the French economy. The mission, a testament to the […]
Automotive Saudi Arabia

Ceer And Hyundai Transys In $2-Billion Deal For Electric Vehicle Drive Systems

For Saudi Arabia’s Home Produced EVs Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first and only electric vehicle (EV) brand and original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has signed a $2.19 billion (SAR 8.2 billion) agreement with South Korea’s Hyundai Transys for the supply of cutting-edge Electric Vehicle Drive Systems (EDS) by the year 2027. The strategic partnership between Ceer and […]
Aviation Qatar

QEAF Achieves 2,500 Flight Hours With NH90 Helicopters

Gulf State Operates 18 NH90s The Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) and Leonardo have achieved a key milestone: The NH90 helicopter fleet in service with the QEAF has reached an impressive 2,500 flight hours. This milestone—highlighted at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference 2024—underscores the partnership between the QEAF and Leonardo, with the
Business GCC News UAE

Top 10 Wealthiest People In The UAE In 2024

From Real Estate To Tech Entrepreneurs Dubai, the second most expensive city in the Middle East and 20th worldwide, is not just a city but a thriving metropolis in the UAE. With a population of approximately 3,302,000, it is a hub of diversity and innovation. Its distinctive architecture and groundbreaking ideas have made it a […]