The GCC is set for stronger economic performance in 2025, with momentum fuelled by structural reforms and rapid advances in digital technology, according to the World Bank’s latest Gulf Economic Update. The report forecasts growth of 4.8% for the UAE and 3.8% for Saudi Arabia, with Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait expected to expand between
DHL has expanded its presence in Dubai South with the opening of its Middle East and Africa Innovation Centre and a major investment in new logistics infrastructure.
A new initiative aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between the UK and the GCC will launch with the UK–GCC Strategic Dialogue 2026. The programme brings together a comprehensive economic report and a high-level forum scheduled for April 2026 in London.
A new partnership has been announced to advance digital advertising and retail media solutions across the Middle East. Tradeling and Yango Ads have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on next-generation AdTech tools, combining advanced advertising technology with a broad regional commerce network.
Strataphy has raised $6m in seed funding to scale its next-generation cooling technology for AI and industrial infrastructure.
Dubai Peninsula is set to become one of the region’s most exclusive waterfront destinations, introducing a new standard of ultra-luxury living along the Jumeirah coastline.
The UAE has introduced the world’s first fintech-enabled Gold ATM, marking a significant step in expanding access to physical gold.
The first UAE-Russia Business Forum will introduce a joint startup accelerator programme and explore the creation of a mutual investment platform aimed at strengthening economic cooperation.
WeRide and Uber have launched commercial operations for their Level 4 fully driverless Robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai Square Mall, the $49bn mega-development in Dubai Creek Harbour, is expected to open within the next three years.
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