GCC

WGS and Strategy& Middle East launch new productivity index, highlighting GCC’s $2.8 trillion GDP potential

PPI redefines productivity measurement by integrating environmental sustainability, well-being, innovation, and institutional quality

Qatar, Türkiye join regional integrated industrial partnership, unveiling over $2 billion in new projects

This addition strengthens the partnership, enhancing industrial integration and cooperation for a sustainable economy

Global economy in 2025: A year of caution and challenges

In the MENA region, 64 percent of chief economists surveyed by the World Economic Forum (WEF) expect moderate growth

Mega forces shaping the 2025 economy: How AI, geopolitics, and energy transition will affect the Middle East

Saudi Arabia exemplifies a nation meeting these challenges head on, with the IMF projecting GDP growth of 3.3 percent in 2025

2025 Airline of the Year: Korean Air ranks highest — check out the complete list

The airline upheld industry-leading seat pitches of 33–34 inches, guaranteeing a more comfortable experience for passengers

Jordan seeks stronger economic ties with Qatar, Bahrain, Morocco, and Turkey

The kingdom is working in partnership with the private sector to enhance its industrial capabilities

UAE President, Bahrain King reaffirm commitment to cooperation and development

Non-oil trade between the UAE and Bahrain hit $4.16 billion, a 26 percent surge

WGS 2025: Dubai to host first edition of Young Arab Leaders Forum

Forum will bring together over 200 emerging leaders from across the Arab world on February 10

Central Bank of Oman launches 73rd issue of Government Development Bonds sized at $259.7 million

New offering has a maturity period of five years and a coupon rate of 4.60 percent per annum

Strategic agreements signed to support railway project between UAE, Oman

In October 2024, Hafeet Rail secured $1.5 billion financing for the Sohar-UAE railway project

Oman’s real estate sector grows 29.5 percent in 2024, hitting $8.6 billion

Real estate activities contributed $2.1 billion to the Sultanate’s GDP

Oman’s broad money supply grows 11 percent to $64.5 billion

Currency issued fell 5.2 percent to OMR1.5 billion by November 2024 from OMR1.58 billion