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Qatar real estate: Trading volume exceeds $226.85 million in week

Sales activity concentrated in Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, Doha, and other key municipalities

China grants 30-day visa-free entry to Saudi, Kuwaiti, Omani, and Bahraini citizens starting June 2025

The new visa-free policy will allow stays of up to 30 days for various purposes in China

Global Water Organization begins operations in Riyadh under Saudi Crown Prince’s patronage

The organization seeks to drive innovation and improve access to sustainable water resources globally 

ADNOC Drilling to acquire 70 percent stake in SLB’s land drilling rigs business in Kuwait and Oman

ADNOC Drilling will gain immediate access to earnings through two operating land drilling rigs in Kuwait and six in Oman

Oman public revenues reach $6.85 billion by end of Q1 2025 

Net oil revenue totaled OMR1,468 million at the end of Q1 2025, marking a 13 percent drop 

Eid al-Adha 2025: UAE leads global innovation with AI-powered moon sighting

AI integration is revolutionizing the traditional methods of moon sighting for better accuracy

GCC, Malaysia to strengthen trade relations through new agreement

The signing marks the start of negotiations covering various sectors of mutual interest

UAE, Oman partner to develop and operate Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone’s first phase

Mahadha Development Company, an Emirati-Omani joint venture, will be responsible for developing the infrastructure and facilities

Eid al-Adha 2025: Your ultimate guide to festive fashion, gifts, and smart shopping deals

Generosity and celebration define Eid, making thoughtful shopping an integral part of the festivities

Eid al-Adha 2025: Holiday dates announced in UAE, Qatar, Kuwait & Oman

The exact Eid al-Adha 2025 dates will be confirmed in each country according to its respective moon-sighting committee closer to the time

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait announce first major oil discovery in North Wafra since mid-2020

Crude oil flowed from the Wara reservoir in the North Wafra (Wara-Burgan-1) well at a rate exceeding 500 barrels per day

UAE and Oman deepen strategic ties as Dubai Crown Prince leads landmark visit

Discussions will explore avenues for strategic partnerships and cooperation across various sectors