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How fiscal policy, increased public spending are shaping GCC economic resilience in 2025

Total public spending in GCC countries is projected to reach $542.1 billion in 2025 

Will the GCC introduce personal income tax after Oman makes the landmark policy shift?

Oman's decision marks a milestone for the region, where tax-free personal income has long been a defining feature of the social contract

UAE, Qatar airlines suspend and reroute some flights despite ceasefire

Etihad Airways cancelled flights to several GCC destinations on Monday, namely Qatar

Qatar Airways reinstates flights as Qatar’s airspace reopen 

Additional ground staff deployed at Hamad International Airport to assist affected passengers effectively 

Dubai Airports resumes full operations after temporary suspension

Qatar reopened its airspace early Tuesday, allowing flights to resume over its territory

Will green hydrogen become the future of GCC energy exports?

The GCC, with its abundant and low-cost solar energy resources, is set to become a leading producer of green hydrogen

Qatar Airways launches next-gen in-flight entertainment system with intelligent personalization on Boeing 777-9

The modular, digital-first approach ensures future scalability and innovation across the airline's fleet 

Younger Saudi CEOs on the rise: Korn Ferry highlights leadership shift in new report

The analysis is based on publicly available data from CEO succession events among the top 100 publicly listed companies on the Tadawul exchange

How European family offices are reallocating capital towards the UAE

The UAE imposes no personal income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax

Bahrain and U.K. ink $2.7 billion strategic investment partnership for carbon reduction, sustainable development

Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa emphasized the enduring strength of relations between Bahrain and the U.K.

Global green building network rolls out new digital tool to support climate-resilient goals

The tool is intended to serve as both a diagnostic instrument and a platform for coordinated action between now and COP30

World Bank projects stronger medium-term growth across GCC economies

The GCC's rebound is expected to be fueled by the phasing out of OPEC+ oil production cuts and continued expansion in non-hydrocarbon sectors