Region

Strategic insights on new tax developments across the region

GCC countries are revamping tax policies to ensure fiscal sustainability, with new corporate taxes and international alignment

Dubai, Abu Dhabi achieve top rankings in 2025 smart city index

AlUla in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait City in Kuwait, and Manama in Bahrain have emerged as notable contenders

Arab, Asian, and European stock markets recover, U.S. futures rise amid tariff turmoil

The Saudi TASI index rose by 1.8 percent at the start of trading

Eid al-Fitr 2025 holiday in Bahrain announced

Moon sighting marks the end of Ramadan 2025 and the start of Eid al-Fitr

Bahrain: 23 opportunities through land investment platform announced

This expansion showcases greater utilization of government assets to boost economic growth and private partnerships

Leaders of GCC states, Egypt, and Jordan convene in Riyadh to strengthen coordination and consultation

The UAE President thanked King Salman and Crown Prince for organizing the dialogue

Egypt Central Bank cuts interest rates for first time in 4 years

The overnight deposit, lending, and main operation rates were cut by 2.25 percent each

Egypt’s economic outlook sees GDP reaching $399.8 billion in upcoming fiscal year

Al Mashat projected real growth at 4.5 percent, subject to review if tensions escalated

Qatar to invest $7.5 billion in Egypt: President El-Sisi outlines promising opportunity for Qatari investors

Egypt's President called upon companies and businessmen in Qatar to expand their investments in Egypt

Saudi Arabia, Egypt explore key investment opportunities at Saudi-Egyptian Investment Forum

Trade exchange in 2024 exceeded $16.3 billion, marking a notable growth of 29 percent compared to 2023

Egypt annual urban consumer price inflation rises to 13.6 percent in March

Country aims for $60 billion in foreign direct investment, $145 billion in exports

Egypt secures nine development agreements worth $290.2 million with France, EU

These deals will support priority projects in water treatment, sanitation, electricity, and rail transport sectors

Kuwait begins merger process of state-owned oil firms KIPIC and KNPC

Kuwait seeks to gradually increase oil production capacity to 4 million bpd by 2035

Dubai, Abu Dhabi achieve top rankings in 2025 smart city index

AlUla in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait City in Kuwait, and Manama in Bahrain have emerged as notable contenders

Arab, Asian, and European stock markets recover, U.S. futures rise amid tariff turmoil

The Saudi TASI index rose by 1.8 percent at the start of trading

Eid al-Fitr 2025 holiday in Kuwait announced

With this confirmation, work at all ministries, governmental bodies, and public institutions will be suspended for three days

Kuwait, China establish framework agreement for renewable energy technology

The agreement was the result of six months of negotiations and aims to enhance cooperation at all levels

Kuwait central bank issues bonds valued at $792 million

The issuance is valid for three months, at an income rate of 4.125 percent

Türkiye central bank unexpectedly hikes interest rate to 46 percent

Monthly core goods inflation is expected to rise slightly in April due to recent developments in financial markets

Travel and tourism accounts for 11.4 percent to Gulf’s GDP, says GCC-Stat

The sector's contribution to the Gulf's GDP is expected to reach 13.3 percent in 2034, with a value of $371.2 billion

Business travel in MENA set to soar to $270.8 billion by 2030: Report

Business travel in the MENA region rose by 50 percent in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024

Information security spending in MENA to reach $3.3 billion in 2025, up 14 percent: Gartner

Spending on security services is expected to grow by a 16.6 percent in 2025

Arab, Asian, and European stock markets recover, U.S. futures rise amid tariff turmoil

The Saudi TASI index rose by 1.8 percent at the start of trading

EFG Hermes kicks off 19th One-on-One Investor Conference: MENA Investment Playbook

The conference is hosting 220 companies and 675 institutional investors and fund managers representing 252 global institutions

Oman: Passenger traffic at Sultanate’s airports surpasses 2.5 million by February

Muscat International Airport carried 2,280,280 passengers by Feb 2025, down 7.5 percent from 2024

Oman: New digital accessibility guide to support developers, foster inclusivity

The guide emphasizes the need for institutions to design applications that meet accessibility standards

Oman, Netherlands forge hydrogen agreements to boost clean energy collaboration

Signing occurred during the "state visit" of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to the Netherlands

World Bank’s IFC inks 3 strategic agreements in Oman to boost economic diversification

IFC and United Solar Polysilicon will support the development of a $1.6 billion greenfield polysilicon plant in Sohar

Arab, Asian, and European stock markets recover, U.S. futures rise amid tariff turmoil

The Saudi TASI index rose by 1.8 percent at the start of trading

Eid al-Fitr 2025 holiday in Oman announced

Official work in Oman will resume on Sunday, April 6, 2025

Qatar, Russia commit $2.3 billion to joint investment fund for strategic sectors

Deal will target investments in technology, healthcare, minerals, and other sectors of mutual interest

Qatar’s Sheikh Tamim arrives in Russia: Investment, energy cooperation in focus

Qatar's Ambassador to Russia said that the talks will focus on bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries in various fields

Qatar construction sector to reach $43.4 billion by 2029: Report

The market showed strong growth from 2020 to 2024, with a CAGR of 2.5 percent 

Qatar to invest $2 billion in Indonesia through joint fund with Danantara

Fund will focus on projects in downstream industries, renewables, health facilities and technology

When tourism thrives: How the Middle East is set for economic boost with strategic campaigns

Notable initiatives include Qatar’s ‘Amaze Yourself‘, Saudi Arabia’s ‘The Land is Calling‘, and the UAE’s ‘Dubai, What’s Not to Love?'

Qatar to invest $7.5 billion in Egypt: President El-Sisi outlines promising opportunity for Qatari investors

Egypt's President called upon companies and businessmen in Qatar to expand their investments in Egypt

Saudi Arabia

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Formula 1’s elite drivers gear up for free practice at stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Race is considered one of the season’s most prominent events due to its extensive fan and media coverage

Saudi Arabia, Indonesia ink agreement to enhance cooperation in mining sector

The MoU aims to transfer knowledge in the field of mining, mineral production and processing and mining exploration

Diriyah Company awards $1.4 billion contract for Royal Diriyah Opera House construction

With a capacity of 2,000 people, the main opera auditorium is the focal point of the venue

Saudi Arabia’s trade with Arab League nations grows 6.2 percent to $23.4 billion in Q4 2024

Saudi Arabia's trade surplus with Arab League countries significantly increased to SAR30.461 billion in Q4 2024

Saudi Arabia, France explore strengthening partnerships in healthcare sector

Discussions focused on key areas of cooperation, particularly in supporting innovation in biotechnology

Laheq: Red Sea Global unveils first island living project in Saudi

Laheq, opening in 2028, is The Red Sea's first residential-focused development with exceptional hospitality

United Arab Emirates

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UAE Ministry of Sports launches innovative talent identification initiative with global partners

This initiative marks a key milestone in the Ministry’s vision to identify top athletes nationwide

Emirates advises early check-in as 300,000 travelers expected at Terminal 3

Travelers should drop off bags early or check in to access Immigration and biometric gates quickly

UAE and Chad Presidents discuss cooperation in trade, economy and investment

Collaboration aims to advance shared development and provide tangible benefits to both nations

UAE Ministry of Economy strengthens anti-money laundering efforts with new MoUs

Initiative strengthens partnerships and compliance systems while enhancing data exchange among all signatories

World Economic Forum: Three UAE women selected for 2025 young global leaders council

Emirati youth's inclusion in a global community underscores their vital role in leadership and decision-making

Worldwide

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UAE Ministry of Sports launches innovative talent identification initiative with global partners

This initiative marks a key milestone in the Ministry’s vision to identify top athletes nationwide

UAE and Chad Presidents discuss cooperation in trade, economy and investment

Collaboration aims to advance shared development and provide tangible benefits to both nations

World Economic Forum: Three UAE women selected for 2025 young global leaders council

Emirati youth's inclusion in a global community underscores their vital role in leadership and decision-making

TikTok could be spared in U.S.-China trade talks as Trump signals possible deal

Trump's remarks underscore a declining appetite for sharply higher tariffs after the market's violent reaction on April 2

Qatar, Russia commit $2.3 billion to joint investment fund for strategic sectors

Deal will target investments in technology, healthcare, minerals, and other sectors of mutual interest