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Dubai, Riyadh emerging top commercial hubs globally, says report

Mon, 21 Apr 2025

The cities of the GCC are rapidly establishing themselves as leaders in business, industry, and mobility with Dubai ranking eighth as a commercial hub, while Saudi capital Riyadh ranks 15th amongst the commercial hubs globally, said a report.

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Saudi Arabia awards record $148bn project contracts in 2024

Sun, 20 Apr 2025

Saudi Arabia had awarded just under $148 billion worth of contracts in 2024, the highest total ever recorded by a single country in the GCC. This is more than double the $287 billion total for the region as a whole last year, said a new report.

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Bahrain to host Global Brush Exhibition featuring 100 artists

Sun, 20 Apr 2025

The fifth edition of the Global Brush Exhibition, a prestigious international showcase uniting artists from across the globe, will be hosted at the Bahrain World Trade Center from April 20 to 24.

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iGA launches ID card renewal service for Bahrainis abroad

Sat, 19 Apr 2025

Bahrain's Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) has begun renewal and replacement of ID cards for its citizens outside the kingdom. Citizens can submit applications online and their cards will be delivered by courier at the overseas address.

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AlUla to host first Instagram Creators Summit in MENA

Wed, 16 Apr 2025

Experience the first Instagram Creators Summit in AlUla, Saudi Arabia – a global event on AI, influencer marketing, and digital storytelling.

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Culture Summit Abu Dhabi to bring together top thinkers

Wed, 16 Apr 2025

The Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the key panels and sessions for the seventh edition of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, the leading global forum to be held from April 27 to 29 at Manarat Al Saadiyat.

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Colourful GCC pavilions 'light up' Expo 2025 Osaka space

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

With colours inspired by desert sands and Gulf shores, and themes rooted in innovation, humanity and sustainability, the pavilions of GCC countries illuminate the spaces of Expo 2025 Osaka, appearing as radiant islands on the map of the world exhibition.

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Christie’s enters New Zealand with top brokerage team

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

Global luxury real estate network Christie’s International Real Estate continues its expansion in Asia-Pacific with the launch of its first exclusive New Zealand affiliate, Thomas Estates | Christie’s International Real Estate.

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Jennifer Lopez to perform in Abu Dhabi in July

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

Jennifer Lopez, a Pop icon, is returning to the UAE on Tuesday, July 29 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island as part of her Up All Night: Live tour, presented by Ethara.

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McLaren's Piastri storms to Bahrain Grand Prix victory

Sun, 13 Apr 2025

Oscar Piastri has won the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 to give Bahrain-owned McLaren their first-ever victory in the kingdom. The Australian put in a sensational performance from pole controlling the evening’s 57-lap night race to clinch the title.