Delhi-based Magic Moon Publishers is stepping up its international expansion plans, with a strategic focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets, as it prepares to unveil 10 new titles at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair 2026. As part of its
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Leading global smart device brand OPPO today announced the launch of its latest flagship smartphones, Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max, in the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait. Built to be a “Hasselblad True-to-Life Camera,” Find X10 Series brings major advances in camera hardware and computational photography to deliver a more true-to-life imaging […]
Elevix, an AI-powered platform connecting startup founders, investors and specialist service providers, has announced a strategic partnership with Pink Camel Recruitment to strengthen startup development across the UAE and wider GCC. The collaboration brings together intelligent startup assessment and matchmaking with specialist talent and HR expertise, while opening
Tourism Malaysia is inviting travellers from across the GCC to escape the ordinary and experience Malaysia’s vibrant blend of culture, adventure, family-friendly attractions, luxury hospitality, world-class sporting events, and unforgettable celebrations taking place throughout October 2026. With excellent connectivity from the GCC, visa facilitation, renowned
As households across the UAE and the wider GCC balance busy schedules with everyday household responsibilities, LG Electronics (LG) is highlighting its range of washing machines designed to make laundry simpler through intelligent washing technology, tailored fabric care and convenient connected features. By combining advanced washing technologies with practical
Employees across the GCC are embracing artificial intelligence as a workplace tool, but remain significantly less comfortable when AI is given authority over decisions that directly affect people, according to the latest GCC People Pulse: Word on Work, a workforce sentiment tracker from EXE: Employee Experience Exchange and Ipsos. The Q3 2026 report, based […]
Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in the GCC, is developing an international Hematology Institute in the UAE under the leadership of Prof. Alok Srivastava, a global pioneer in hematology and stem cell transplantation whose work has helped shape international treatment standards and advance gene therapy research. With Burjeel Medical
LG Electronics (LG) today announced a strategic distribution agreement with Al Mulla Group to strengthen its market presence and enhance product availability across Kuwait, reinforcing the brand’s long-standing commitment to local consumers and the wider GCC region. The initiative aligns with LG’s commitment to driving regional growth across the GCC by bringing its
Aster Clinics, the largest private primary care network under the Aster DM Healthcare GCC group, and Nezo Salt, a pure, fine-granule salt brand from Holland, with a pinch of good taste since 1929, have partnered for a month-long Breast Cancer Awareness campaign running from 1 to 31 October. The initiative aims to encourage women across […]
The UAE leads the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in early childhood education participation, with preprimary enrollment reaching approximately 82%, according to new analysis from Arthur D. Little (ADL). The findings are published in ADL’s new Viewpoint, From Cradle to Classroom: Why early childhood education is a high-return opportunity & how GCC countries can
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), represented by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, concluded its participation in the 57th meeting of the GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee and the 12th meeting of the Ministerial Committee for Standardization Affairs of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The Kingdom of Bahrain hosted the meetings, which formed part of the […]
Marine solutions specialist Ecocoast has been appointed by Xylem, a global provider of water and environmental monitoring technologies, as its Authorised Systems and Service Partner for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The partnership strengthens Ecocoast’s environmental monitoring solutions portfolio across the GCC through the integration of proven Xylem
As the GCC continues to focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, improving the performance of existing buildings is becoming an important consideration for building owners and facility managers. Retrofitting heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can provide an opportunity to improve energy efficiency while supporting broader sustainability goals.
Measures to ensure accessible, seamless, visa-free experiences could turn the Asia-GCC corridor into the next great growth engine for the Middle East’s travel sector, according to industry leaders speaking at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The 33rd edition of ATM concludes today at Dubai World Trade Centre. Moderated by Sienna Parulis-Cook, Director of Marketing and
The Maldives is stepping up efforts to rebuild and expand its presence in the Middle Eastern tourism market, with stronger GCC connectivity, halal tourism and new investment opportunities emerging as key priorities for the destination, according to Abdulla Yasir, CEO & Managing Director of Visit Maldives Corporation (National Tourism Board). Speaking to Gulf Tourism
Paramount Assure, a UAE-headquartered cybersecurity company, today announced a partnership with SecurityBridge, a specialist in SAP cybersecurity, to help organisations across the GCC strengthen protection of their SAP environments and bring SAP security intelligence into their wider cyber defence operations. The partnership was signed at GISEC 2026 in Hall 3 at
ATERMES highlights Growing Role of Persistent Surveillance in Protecting GCC Critical Infrastructure
ATERMES, a French leader in advanced surveillance and security solutions, today highlighted the growing importance of layered surveillance and protection in safeguarding critical infrastructure across the GCC. As the region navigates an increasingly complex and evolving security environment while continuing to invest in energy, transport, logistics, industrial and urban
Paramount, a UAE-headquartered cybersecurity company, today announced the launch of SoCMate, a first-of-its-kind GCC-born AI-powered security investigation assistant, at the Microsoft stand during GISEC Global 2026, taking place from 16-18 September at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai. Developed for CISOs and Level 2 and Level 3 cybersecurity professionals, SoCMate
Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI), in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for the GCC, launched the second edition of the Contemporary Legal and Judicial Challenges Forum’ under the theme ‘Combating Electronic Financial Fraud.’ The forum is part of DJI’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the preparedness of the judicial and legal […]
With approximately six in ten international visitors reaching its shores through Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi, Seychelles Tourism Board is placing the GCC at the centre of its strategy for high-value, sustainable tourism at Arabian Travel Market 2026. The destination’s participation is anchored by plans to sign an MoU with Emirates, stronger engagement with the […]





























