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Steve Harvey-Backed MELT Live Eyes GCC Growth in 2027
MELT Live, the entertainment company chaired by global TV star and entrepreneur Steve Harvey, is reportedly preparing a major GCC expansion across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait from Q4 2026, with regional growth set to accelerate into 2027.
25 May 2026
UAE-GCC Ministerial Meeting in Kuwait Advances Integration
The UAE participated in the seventh Ministerial Meeting of the GCC Economic and Development Affairs Authority in Kuwait on 9 October 2025. The delegation, led by Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to accelerating GCC economic integration.
16 Oct 2025
UAE Passport Named World's Most Powerful for 4th Year
The UAE passport has claimed the top spot in the Arton Capital Global Passport Power Rankings 2024 for the fourth year running, offering Emirati citizens access to 133 visa-free countries and 47 visa-on-arrival nations.
24 Dec 2024
GCC Workers Demand Customized Employee Benefits
The Zurich Future of Work 2024 report reveals 8 in 10 GCC employees are considering job changes due to a benefits gap. Over 60% want customized packages, yet only 38% of UAE workers feel their preferences are heard by employers.
26 Oct 2024
UAE GDP to Grow 4.1% in 2025, Says World Bank
The World Bank projects UAE GDP growth at 3.3% in 2024, rising to 4.1% in 2025 — the highest real per-capita growth rate in the MENA region — as the country's non-oil sector and economic diversification drive sustained expansion.
17 Oct 2024
Middle East AI Innovation: PwC Report Highlights GCC Edge
A PwC report identifies five structural factors driving Middle East AI innovation — from sovereign wealth funds to government-led national strategies — as the UAE prepares to rank third globally and MGX deepens ties with OpenAI.
8 Oct 2024
Malaysia FTA Deal With UAE Before End of 2024
Malaysia is in advanced talks to finalize a bilateral free trade agreement with the UAE before the end of 2024, while broader GCC negotiations continue with Saudi Arabia leading the bloc's side.
25 Aug 2024
Qatar to Lead GCC Events and Exhibition Market
Qatar is on track to achieve the highest compound annual growth rate in the GCC events and exhibition market. Its MICE sector — valued at $1.67 billion in 2023 — is projected to reach $3.51 billion by 2030, a 11.2% CAGR, according to ResearchAndMarkets.com.
19 Aug 2024
Kuwait Leads GCC in Female Workforce Participation
Kuwait has the highest female workforce participation rate among all GCC countries, reaching 57.9% in 2023, according to Dr. Lubna Al-Qadi of Kuwait University — who called for family-friendly private-sector policies to keep that lead.
13 Jul 2024
Khadija Esabri: Truth Creation's Sustainable Fashion
Khadija Esabri, founder of Truth Creation, is building a sustainable fitness and lifestyle wear brand backed by strong GCC partnerships. Known as Kady, she combines consulting expertise with eco-conscious design to reshape fashion in the UAE and beyond.
20 Jun 2024
Oman Partially Lifts Visa Ban on Bangladesh Nationals
Oman has announced a partial lift of its visa ban on Bangladeshi nationals, in place since October 2023. Exempt categories include professionals, family visa applicants, and Bangladeshis residing in GCC countries. The work visa ban remains.
20 Jun 2024