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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.

Clubs
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
Indoor
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
Parking
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,
Testing
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
French
Space UAE

French Space Delegation Visits The UAE

Arnold Pinto
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 […]
Ceer
Automotive Saudi Arabia

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

Arnold Pinto
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 […]
NH90 Helicopters
Aviation Qatar

QEAF Achieves 2,500 Flight Hours With NH90 Helicopters

Arnold Pinto
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
Wealthiest
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 […]
Dubai Mall
Business Real Estate UAE

Dubai Mall Expansion Project Is Underway

At Cost Of AED1.5 Billion Emaar Properties has revealed plans for a monumental expansion of Dubai Mall. The expansion, valued at AED1.5 billion, will introduce 240 new luxury retail and dining options to the already bustling complex. The announcement comes as Dubai Mall had a footfall of 105 million visitors in 2023. The mall continues […]
Golden Visa
Lifestyle UAE

All About The UAE’s Golden Visa Scheme

Pioneering Pathways To Residency To attract top talent, investors, and entrepreneurs from around the globe, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has rolled out its ambitious Golden Visa Scheme, offering long-term residency to individuals who contribute significantly to the country’s economic growth and development. This groundbreaking initiative, launched in 2019, has
GCC Oman Travel

6 Of The Best Places To Visit In Musandam

Oman’s ‘Norway Of Arabia’ Tucked away in the northernmost tip of the Arabian Peninsula, amidst the dazzling deep blue waters of the Strait of Hormuz, lies Musandam, a pristine cape in the Sultanate of Oman that offers visitors various natural and cultural attractions. Aptly nicknamed the “Norway of Arabia” for its striking landscapes, this rugged […]