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Bahrain’s and Britain’s 200-Year Bond Takes a Strategic Turn — What Comes Next?

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MANAMA, August 13, 2026 – The two countries are establishing even closer ties as they mark more than 200...

UAE Walks Away from OPEC—Is a New Gulf Power Struggle Just Beginning?

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What was once unimagined in the Gulf has now turned into a pivotal moment for the world oil market....
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Egypt’s Inflation Paradox: Prices Barely Rise in July, but the Cost-of-Living Squeeze Intensifies

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Egypt’s Inflation Paradox: Prices Barely Rise in July, but the Cost-of-Living Squeeze Intensifies Cairo, August 11, 2026 – Egypt’s inflation...

How a $5.5 Million Road Makeover Is Reshaping Southern Jordan

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According to the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, Jordan's step forward in its solid road rehabilitation scheme has...

Oman and Sri Lanka Unveil New Vision for Strategic Partnership at Landmark Political Talks

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Sri Lanka and the Sultanate of Oman have reconfirmed their commitment to upgrade their long standing bilateral relationship, with...

A Giant Pink Convertible Is Turning Heads in Qatar—But It’s Not What You Think

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DOHA, Qatar — Another milestone has been achieved in Qatar's initiative to incorporate art into daily life with the...

Beyond Oil: How Kuwait Secured Its Place Among the World’s Wealthiest Nations

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July 30, 2026 — Kuwait has received recognition for its financial position once again by entering the list of...

As Gulf Tensions Escalate, Bahrain Makes a Defining Stand Beside Saudi Arabia

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MANAMA, Bahrain — July 28, 2026: In a remarkable act of solidarity in the Gulf region, the Kingdom of...

845 Kidney Transplants Later: How the UAE Is Quietly Transforming Organ Care.

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Months after announcing that it had achieved an impressive 800-plus kidney transplants as part of its programme, Sheikh Khalifa...

Egypt’s tech boom is accelerating faster than ever—and the World Is Taking Notice

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The country of Egypt is witnessing significant transformations as it comes to its transition to digitalisation. It is evident...

How a $2.3 Billion Railway Could Redefine Jordan’s Place in Global Trade

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Jordan is marketing the Aqaba Port Railway Project as more than just infrastructure. Officials are now saying that it...

Ancient Omani Silver Unveils Its Secrets in Belarus

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VITEBSK, Belarus — The long history of Omani craftsmanship and royal arts has amazed visitors in Belarus as "Splendour...

Missiles, Mixed Narratives and Mounting Tensions: Gulf Crisis Deepens as Qatar Condemns Iran

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Amman, July 14-15, 2026 – According to the Jordan Press Agency "Petra", new tension was registered on July 14,...

Kuwait Airport Chaos Sends Shockwaves Through Gulf and Asian Air Travel

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Kuwait's aviation industry has once again received negative press with the recent incidents involving airport operations at Kuwait International...

Power Flickers Across the Gulf: Bahrain and Kuwait Outages Highlight the High Cost of Regional Tensions

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9 July 2026 — A series of electricity outages has struck Bahrain and Kuwait that shows how fragile vital...

From Desert Sands to 150 Date Varieties: Inside the UAE’s Remarkable Harvest Season

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The birth of the new date-harvest season, since this event is related to so many important aspects, including cultural...

Travel Warnings Haven’t Stopped Egypt—Here’s Why Its Tourism Industry Keeps Winning

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Cairo, July 7, 2026 – Egypt has yet again demonstrated that a travel advisory does not mean a travel...

Defying the Odds: Jordan’s Economy Surges Despite Regional Turmoil

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The Jordanian economy has had a strong start to 2026 with a surprising economic growth rate of 2.9 per...

The Engineering Deal That Could Transform Oman into a Global Green Iron Powerhouse

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Oman has made significant strides towards becoming a clean industrial hub due to its establishment of the ENG Engineering...

Why Has Qatar Suddenly Halted Maritime Activities? The Gulf Is Watching

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Qatar's Ministry of Transport temporarily suspended all non-commercial marine activities, including sailing, jet skiing, and leisure boating, as a...

What Kuwait and UAE’s Latest Military Talks Mean for the Future of Gulf Security

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KUWAIT/ABU DHABI – June 2026: Given its increasing importance to collaborate on Gulf security issues, Kuwait and the UAE...

The Architect of Middle East Boxing Expansion Now Has Bahrain in His Sights

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The Bahrain Boxing Federation has unveiled plans for the continued elevation of Bahrain’s reputation regarding combat sports on a...

A Rare Weather Twist Awaits the UAE: Rain, Dust, and a Welcome Cool-Down on the Way

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Expectations are that the UAE's weather over the next week will follow all the cycles typical to that area...

Can Egypt Become a Middle East EV Manufacturing Hub? ROX Motor Deal Signals Major Industrial Shift

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Egypt’s efforts to establish themselves as a car-manufacturing nation are advancing significantly. On June 15, 2026, ROX Motor from...

Beyond the Desert: How Jordan Is Positioning Itself as the Next Global Filmmaking Powerhouse

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If you ask these filmmakers why they're there, they'll likely say it's mostly because of the location; there's also...

Could This $2.22 Billion Coastal Vision Turn Duqm into Oman’s Next Tourism Giant?

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Duqm is now much more than a coherent location in Oman (the Omani market). Duqm is quickly becoming one...

Beyond Imports: Is Qatar Building the Middle East’s Next Self-Reliant Economic Powerhouse?

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The Qatar Debate Centre, part of Qatar Foundation’s initiative, has focused the national dialogue on a question that is...

From Conflict to Capacity: How Kuwait Restored Its Oil Industry at Lightning Speed

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Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Sabah, Vice Chairman & CEO of the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, stated that Kuwait's oil industry exists...

Why Bahrain’s Next Big Breakthrough May Not Come from Oil—But from Fusion Farming.

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Bahrain’s dialogue around food security may be moving into a more innovative stage, with a recent request from parliamentarians...

Dust by Day, Mist by Night: UAE Braces for a Week of 47°C Heat, Strong Winds and Rough Seas

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The United Arab Emirates is about to face an unpredictable weather period that will challenge their physical limits, rather...

Egypt Scores a Historic First as Global Sports Management Degree Arrives in Africa and the Arab World

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The Egyptian government has made a major move to develop the area of sport management as a legitimate academic...

Jordan Defies Headwinds: Exports Rise, the Trade Gap Shrinks, and a Bigger Economic Transformation Takes Shape

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Trade activity among countries has been positive for Jordan since the beginning of 2026, including an increase of trade...

The Omani Market That Comes Alive Only Before Eid—and Sells More Than Goods

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Leading up to Eid, parts of Oman commence their celebration in a significant and literal “descent” from a mountain...

The Port That Changed Qatar’s Future: How Hamad Port Is Redrawing the Gulf’s Trade Map

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As the global commerce landscape evolves, ports have increasingly focused decision-making power over businesses’ future with regard to their...

The Unexpected Alliance That Could Redefine Food Security Across the Gulf

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As part of a diplomatic effort to create a food trade between the Gulf and Central Asia, Kazakhstan and...

The Cup That Connects a Kingdom: Why Tea Still Matters Deeply in Bahrain

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As the world marks International Tea Day, tea is an integral part of life in Bahrain – more than...

The Barakah Warning: A Nuclear Alarm the World Cannot Afford to Ignore

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The United Arab Emirates is urging the United Nations Security Council to condemn what they call an “unlawful terrorist...

Bloodshed in Assiut: Gunmen Turn Quiet Egyptian Street into a Scene of Terror

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In the town of Abnoub in southern Assiut, a peaceful summer night changed to chaos when unknown assailants opened...

Can Jordan and Bahrain Prevent a Wider Middle East Crisis? Their Urgent Diplomatic Move Signals a High-Stakes Warning

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Over the last few years, the Middle East has experienced some of its most fragile and complicated geopolitical scenarios;...

He Answered One Last Emergency Call—And Never Came Home

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In a recent tragic incident, an ambulance driver in Oman died while responding to an emergency, reminding us of...

More Than a Game: Doha Unites the Gulf in a Spectacular Show of Sport, Pride and Power

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Over one thousand athletes will compete at the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) 4th Games, starting Saturday, September 13th, in...

Kuwait’s Gulf Power Play: The Maritime Overhaul That Could Reshape Middle Eastern Security

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Growing tensions in the Gulf and rising geostrategic tensions within the Middle East led to a key decision by...

Where Innovation Meets Urgency: Inside Bahrain’s High-Stakes Gathering Shaping the Future of a Sustainable World

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Bahrain is taking strong steps forward in becoming a player on the world stage during this time of change...

Between Superpowers: Abu Dhabi’s High-Stakes Gamble on Strategic Ambiguity

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By utilizing a unique and complex strategy for foreign relations, Abu Dhabi has brought about significant changes in the...

Deadly Illusion: Tourist Killed During Snake-Charming Show in Egypt Resort

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A 57-year-old German tourist visiting Egypt’s Red Sea resort town of Hurghada to sample the many cultural experiences offered,...

From Fragile Ceasefire to Lasting Stability: How Jordan and Egypt Are Quietly Rewriting the Middle East’s Diplomatic Playbook

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As the world undergoes a very fast and turbulent change in geopolitical issues between countries, Jordan and Egypt have...

Guarding the World’s Lifelines: Oman and Bahrain Call for Peace Amid Maritime Uncertainty

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Overall, the uncertainty surrounding maritime stability in the region is increasing, and it is leading to increased concern among...

The Deal That Could Reshape Middle East Off-Roading: AUTOBOT AUTOWORKS Joins Forces with K-MAN

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Through its new partnership with K-MAN, a well-known worldwide producer of suspension components for vehicles, AUTOBOT AUTOWORKS WLL has...

Gulf on Guard: Kuwait Leads Urgent Economic Shield as Regional Pressures Mount

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In light of rising geopolitical tensions affecting global trade, finance, and investment, Kuwait has taken prompt action to strengthen...

Loyalty or Loss: Bahrain Moves to Reassess Citizenship in Security Crackdown

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In Bahrain, an order was issued in September to evaluate the status of individuals who may pose a threat...

32 million Visitors and Rising: How the UAE Quietly Became a Global Tourism Powerhouse

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Even in 2025, the UAE thrives as an innovative and attractive region for travel and tourism, building on their...

Will Digital Payments Transform Egypt—or Expose Structural Gaps in Its Economy?

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Egypt is increasingly trying to position itself as a place where global capital can invest, and Visa has been...

Fragile Ceasefire, High Stakes: Jordan Warns Hormuz Disruption Could Shake Global Stability

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King Abdullah II of Jordan has welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran...

Why Vale Is Shutting Its Oman Pellet Plant Early — And What It Signals for Global Iron Ore Supply

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In light of growing geopolitical uncertainty, Vale Mining has met the planning of advanced maintenance shutdowns at its Oman...

Phone Diplomacy Amid Rising Tensions: Qatar and Norway Push to Shield Energy, Trade, and Civilians

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According to a report by SANA, Qatar's foreign minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, held a conversation through telephone...

Pakistan Expands Produce Exports to Kuwait Amid Middle East Trade Disruptions — But Can Domestic Supply Hold?

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Because of the disruptions in maritime trade within the Middle East, Pakistan has begun sending fruits and vegetables to...

The 20% Problem: What Happens When One Strait Disrupts the World’s Oil Artery?

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Following the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, there has been a rapid operational reassessment of logistics operations across...

One Strait, Global Impact: Why Hormuz Tensions Could Hit Every Wallet

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has given one of their strongest warnings yet to Iran regarding any attempts from...

Cairo’s $1.3 Billion Gamble: Can Clearing Oil Debt Revive Egypt’s Energy Future?

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The Egyptian government has begun accelerating its efforts to pay off the $1.3 billion it owes to international oil...

Quiet Call, High Stakes: Jordan and Qatar Seek to Defuse Growing Regional Pressures

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On a Monday phone call, Ayman Safadi, Deputy Prime Minister and Jordanian Foreign Minister, spoke with Qatar's Sheikh Mohammed...

Can Diplomacy Prevail? Pakistan and Oman Urge Restraint as Middle East Crisis Deepens

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The two men spoke over the phone today at 10:00 a.m., where, alongside the discussion about current rapidly changing...

When Sea Lanes Strain, Qatar Takes to the Skies to Safeguard Food Supplies

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On Tuesday, the Qatari Ministry of Commerce announced they are fully prepared to continue having an adequate supply for...

Can a Single Word at the UN Justify Conflict? Kuwait Pushes Back

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The Kuwaiti ambassador to the UN in Geneva made an aggressive statement in response to UN-linked documents that referred...

The Calm Inside the Vault: Bahrain’s Banking System Holds Firm Amid Regional Developments

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On Thursday, the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) released a statement confirming that all banks in Bahrain are currently...

Golden Escape: Global Unrest Fuels Rush for UAE Residency

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Since the end of February, there has been a surge of interest from potential applicants for the highly promoted...

Between Retaliation and Restraint: Egypt Appeals for Dialogue as Violence Spreads

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On Monday, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry issued a strong but balanced warning about escalating violence in the region, which...

Amman Pushes Back: Jordan’s Parliament Condemns Controversial US Remarks on Arab Lands

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Recent diplomatic statements made by Mazen Al-Qadi have further increased already existing tensions in the region by calling attention...

From Tashkent to Doha: A Quiet Call for Calm as Tensions Rise in Qatar

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Through his expression of condolences and messages of sympathy to Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Shavkat Mirziyoyev has shown...

Oman Warns US and Iran Over Civilian Impact, Urges Dialogue as Regional Tensions Rise

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During the evacuation of its citizens this week, Oman demonstrated its capacity to manage the current crisis by successfully...

Classrooms on the Move: Kuwait’s School Relocation Order and the Battle for the City’s Future

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Kuwait's private education system is moving rapidly toward an unknown skyline as a municipal decision is forcing the relocation...

One Check, Faster Skies: Gulf’s New Travel System Promises Seamless Journeys

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An effort to create a more rapid and seamless travel experience across the Gulf region began this week with...

Misty Mornings, Calm Days: A Gentle Weather Week Unfolds Across the UAE

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Gentle weather forecasts are greeting the United Arab Emirates as they ease into a new workweek with both types...

Gourmet Egypt’s IPO Ignites Investor Appetite on EGX

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Gourmet's bold entry into the Egyptian public marketplace is a very important moment in investment—it shows us that there...

A Storm That Isn’t Here—But Will Shake Jordan’s Weather This Weekend

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This weekend will see large amounts of local weather influence from a remote weather system. The first thing it...

Oman’s Quiet Rise: Why the Gulf’s Most Underrated Escape Is Suddenly in Demand

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The Sultanate of Oman has been gaining a lot of attention in the Gulf Region, but not because of...

Defense Derailed in Doha: Anisimova’s Title Bid Ends in Sudden Retirement

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The winner of last year's Doha tournament, Amanda Anisimova, had her title defense cut short due to injury on...

Gulf Nations Push for a Unified Cancer Strategy as Science Races Ahead

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Conference participants from around the Gulf gathered this week to push for major changes in how the region addresses...

What Narjis Almoosawi’s Win Signals for Women in Gulf Maritime Leadership

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One moment at the inaugural Saudi Maritime Awards in Jeddah at the end of January summed up a larger...

Storms Beyond Borders: UAE Voices Solidarity as Cyclone Harry Batters Southern Italy

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The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement saying that they wanted to provide assistance to the Italian...

A Meteorological Tug-of-War: Why Jordan’s Skies Are About to Turn Dramatic

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The next week will likely be the result of an exceptionally rare occurrence, as several conflicting weather systems manoeuvre...

A Chokepoint at Stake: Egypt and Saudi Arabia’s Silent Pact in the Red Sea

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Egypt and Saudi Arabia are working together on a joint maritime security arrangement to stabilize the world’s busiest and...

From Frankincense to Fine Fragrance: How Oman Is Turning Scent into a Global Statement

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Muscat—The Oman Perfume Exhibition (OPE) held its sixth edition in October 2022 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre...

Qatar Airways Boosts South Africa Flights, Unlocking More Global Connections

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In February 2020, Qatar Airways will ramp up South African travel at a very high volume. As of now,...

Zain Kuwait Breaks the Gigabit Barrier, Signaling a New Era for 5G Connectivity

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Zain Kuwait has stressed that the Gulf's race for 5G is more than a slow progression to an upgraded...

From Forum to the Front Row of Global Power: Bahrain Prepares for Its Moment on the UN Security Council

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The 2026 Diplomatic Forum held in the Gulf State of Bahrain saw many diplomats, scholars, and officials from the...

Full Flights, Fully Booked: How Emirates and Qatar Airways Are Triggering a Luxury Hotel Rush

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The new influx of travelers in Dubai and Doha is largely due to the recent expansion of flight routes...

From Cairo’s Streets to Europe’s Shores: What’s Driving Egypt’s Quiet Exodus?

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Moonlit beaches stretching off the coast of Alexandria and secluded indentations along Libya’s farthest eastern coastline are now home...

Three Hotels, One Cliffside Vision: Hilton Redefines Coastal Luxury at Oman’s Barr Al Jissah

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Hilton proudly opens three unique hotel experiences along Oman’s beautiful coastline! Barr Al Jissah, one of Oman’s most beautiful...

From Spring Tease to Winter Shock: Jordan Faces a 24-Hour Weather Whiplash

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Jordan is expected to experience a rapidly changing weather system in the coming days, according to forecasts, due to...

From Gate to City in Five Minutes: How Kuwait’s Instant Visa Is Redefining Gulf Travel

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Kuwait has launched a new visit visa service designed for convenience to allow travellers to get a visa in...

No Utility Hikes, New Taxes Ahead: Inside Bahrain’s High-Stakes Fiscal Reset

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Bahrain's cabinet has announced a planned series of new fiscal measures which are meant to protect the essential cost...

From Rollout to Reinvention: How Keeta Is Rewriting the UAE Food-Delivery Playbook

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Meituan has launched the delivery service, known as Keeta, across all 7 Emirates in the UAE. Thus, Meituan has...

From $60 Million to Billions: Why 2026 Could Redefine U.S.–Jordan Trade

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Jordan is anticipating a dynamic increase in trade with the U.S. in 2026, as witnessed recently by a new...

From Desert Dust to Strategic Currency: Egypt’s Quiet Gamble in the Global Rare Earths Race

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Egypt has embarked on a high-stakes venture to convert structurally untapped areas of its territory into one of the...

Invisible Stowaways: How Oman Is Rallying the Gulf Against a Silent Marine Invasion

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The marine environment of Oman poses a significant threat to the seawater of the country and its environment due...

Pocket Rocket, Pure Racing: Toyota GR Yaris Cup Kuwait Roars Back for a Thrilling Season 3

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The sport of motorsport in Kuwait is growing at an impressive rate. This week saw the inaugural 2022 Toyota...

Doha Bank’s T+0 Digital Bond Moment: Is Tokenised Debt Finally Ready for the Big Leagues?

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Doha Bank, which offers digital finance services, has successfully issued a digitally native note ("DNN") in the amount of...

Inside Bahrain’s Biggest Coffee Takeover: What’s Brewing Behind the Festival Everyone’s Talking About?

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The aroma of freshly roasted coffee permeates through the venue, Exhibition World Bahrain, where the first large-scale event of...

When Fog Meets Rain: The UAE’s Skies Put on a Winter Prelude

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The UAE weather is becoming gloomier this week, including misty mornings, large areas of cloud cover, and surprise showers...

Luxury from the Lost City: Alexandria’s 2,000-Year-Old “Floating Palace” Rises from the Sea

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Estimated to be around 2,000 years old, the recently discovered wreck of a luxury pleasure barge lies submerged under...

The Levant’s Surprise Economic Experiment: Jordan and Syria Test a New Financial Partnership

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Jordan and Syria are not only building on their previous relationship through dialogue. They are now working toward a...

A Trial by Fire: Oman’s Bid for Momentum Begins Against a Saudi Powerhouse

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Monday's tournament opener for Oman at the Arab Cup in Doha will not be an easy one. Oman's focus...

Ten Years, Zero Work, One Million-Dollar Reckoning: Kuwait Ghost Employee Jailed

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In a groundbreaking ruling, Kuwait’s highest court has closed the book on the 10-year saga of a government worker...

Where AI Meets Silicon: Why imec’s New Doha R&D Hub Could Rewrite the Region’s Tech Future

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Doha has been a focal point for high-tech development. At the Mobile World Congress Doha, imec (a leader in...