Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) and the Ministry of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (MISA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting direct investment.
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Economic growth across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) gained momentum in 2025, supported by structural reforms and rapid digital innovation, said a World Bank report. The UAE is expected to top the region with 4.8% growth in the year.
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The GCC will continue to build on its achievements with a shared vision and unified policies, His Majesty King Hamad said, chairing the 46th session of the GCC Summit at Sakhir Palace on Wednesday.
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Millions of jobs, especially those held by women and young people, face significant exposure to automation, if core principles of ethical and inclusive governance of Artificial intelligence (AI) are not considered, said a new report from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
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A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
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The Saudi transport and logistics sector has secured investment contracts worth more than SAR280 billion ($74.6 billion) from both global and local private-sector partners, thanks to the structural reforms and the backing of the wise leadership, said a report.
Saudi Ministry of Sports has invited bids from top contractors to carry out construction works for the King Salman Stadium project in Riyadh. One of the world's largest sports venues, it will boast a seating capacity of over 92,000 along with key amenities.
Soudah Development, a Saudi PIF company has signed a SAR1.3 billion ($346 million) agreement with National Grid, a subsidiary of the Saudi Electricity Company, to deliver advanced power infrastructure for its ultra-luxury mountain destination - Soudah Peaks.
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has signed long-term lease agreements with AJet and Turkish Airlines for 10 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to deliver in 2026 and 2027, DAE said.
Bombardier has made significant progress on its new state-of-the-art service centre at the Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI), Abu Dhabi, with the facility on track to open in the second half of 2026.
Imports worldwide worth $2,640 billion, or 11.1 per cent of total imports, were affected primarily by tariffs along with other trade measures introduced between mid-October 2024 and mid-October 2025 - more than four times the $611 billion coverage recorded in the preceding period, said a Word Trade Organization report.
Saudi-based Retal Urban Development Company said it has signed an agreement with National Housing Company (NHC) to build a major residential project in the Al Fursan suburb of Riyadh at a total investment of SAR5.2 billion ($1.39 billion).
With green revenues growing twice as fast as conventional revenues, the global green economy has topped $5 trillion and is set to exceed $7 trillion by 2030, creating an abundance of growth opportunities for businesses worldwide, said a report.
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has recorded strong performance results for October amid growing demand which remained robust across its expanding network. The airline flew 598,363 passengers for the month, up 18% over last year.
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has announced the successful completion of the technical and financial evaluation for the development of the Hadda and Arana Independent Sewage Treatment Plant Projects which will boast a total of 750,000 cu m capacity.
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has announced the successful completion of the technical and financial evaluation for the development of the Hadda and Arana Independent Sewage Treatment Plant Projects which will boast a total of 750,000 cu m capacity.
UAE national airline Etihad Airways has announced a strategic partnership with German carrier Condor that will see the launch of new daily flights connecting Frankfurt and Berlin to Abu Dhabi starting from next summer.
The global air cargo tonnages in November surged by 5% over last year, extending year-on-year gains of September and October. The growth was mainly led by traffic originating in the Middle East and South Asia region, which posted a 11% growth, said a report.
Millions of jobs, especially those held by women and young people, face significant exposure to automation, if core principles of ethical and inclusive governance of Artificial intelligence (AI) are not considered, said a new report from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Lifestyle real estate brand Elevate has joined hands with hospitality group Ennismore for the unveiling of the AED1.8 billion ($490 million) Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences, featuring 343 homes with a mix of one- to five-bedroom apartments.
New Murabba, a major developer powered by Saudi sovereign wealth fund PIF, has signed an agreement with the US Green Building Council to advance sustainable design and next-generation green building practices across Riyadh’s new downtown.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), a world-leading aluminium smelter, marked the Bahraini Women’s Day in style with a special ceremony to celebrate the contributions of its female workforce. It also pledged to create more pathways for their growth and success.
Arab Financial Services (AFS) said it has delivered a standout performance at Jewellery Arabia 2025, supporting seamless digital payments across the five-day event, recording 160% payment growth, one of the strongest years in terms of both domestic and global activity.
Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) and the Ministry of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (MISA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting direct investment.
Beyon announced on the sidelines of Gateway Gulf 2025 that the comprehensive Master Plan for Digital City Bahrain, which will be located at Beyon’s headquarters in Hamala, has been submitted to the Urban Planning and Development Authority (UPDA).
The National Automotive and Vehicles Academy (NAVA), a key venture of Saudi PIF, has signed a strategic agreement with the kingdom's first automotive company Ceer to launch an intermediate diploma programme in automotive manufacturing technology.
Creators HQ, the first content creator hub in the UAE and the Middle East and part of Visioneers, and the global social media platform X, have launched X Creators Lab, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering content creators, from talented beginners to world-class professionals, to produce impactful, high-value global content.
The GCC will continue to build on its achievements with a shared vision and unified policies, His Majesty King Hamad said, chairing the 46th session of the GCC Summit at Sakhir Palace on Wednesday.
