Gulf Cooperation Council
Tariffs rattle gulf markets, but some economists see a silver lining
Analysts indicate that low US tariffs for Gulf countries may attract international companies, but others caution that global tariffs could threaten vital oil income and raise consumer goods costs.
Voices from the Arab press: Trump’s Gaza plan remains a fantasy
UAE looks to China’s ‘Belt and Road’ initiative for future endeavors - analysis
Blinken urges Hamas to accept 'extraordinarily generous' Israeli peace proposal, releasing hostages
Turkey and Gulf states to launch talks for free trade pact
After years of tension, Turkey launched a diplomatic charm offensive in 2020 to mend ties with Gulf countries, namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia.
Qatar to host foreign ministers from Gulf on Sunday
The meeting, reported in Arab News, is expected to take place ahead of the 44th Gulf Cooperation Council Summit.
Gulf states and US seek MidEast stability, Iran 'de-escalation'
The US and Gulf powers reportedly welcome diplomatic engagement with Iran despite Tehran's history of malign activities.
Qatar's tourism industry thrives post-World Cup: 347% increase in arrivals expected
Doha is increasingly competitive with more traditional tourist centers such as Dubai and Manama.
Iran, Russia spar over ‘non-negotiable’ Gulf islands
Russia issued a joint statement with the Gulf Cooperation Council in support of the UAE's initiative to reach a peaceful agreement on the three Gulf islands.
Russia and Gulf countries seek to increase cooperation - analysis
The Gulf is increasingly a center of world affairs, with Russia's meeting with the GCC coming amid the war in Ukraine as well as other high-profile international delegations.
Indian businesses invest billions in GCC
Experts disagree on the extent to which the Indian investments benefit the local economies
Gulf leaders to US: Take responsibility for Israel's Bezalel Smotrich
The Gulf foreign ministers specifically referred to Smotrich's statements regarding "wiping out" Huwara and claiming that the Palestinian people didn't exist.
Blinken meets E3 Foreign Ministers: “concern about Iran’s nuclear escalation”
The US and the GCC called on Iran “to immediately reverse course, cease its nuclear provocations and engage in meaningful diplomacy."
'War over food and energy, not nuclear proliferation, is the greatest possibility' - interview
An interview with decorated business consultant on Middle East political, security, economic, and energy issues, Norman T. Roule.
Rising cost of living forces expats to leave Gulf countries
Lower-paid foreigners have been largely unaffected by the surging cost of living.
