Ahmed Al Farsi

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Ahmed Al Farsi writes the Gulf Briefing, our coverage of all six GCC states — the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain. He follows policy, regulation and the decisions taken in the region that readers feel later, and reports each country on its own terms rather than through a single capital.

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Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Enters Final Phase With $1.31 Trillion Economy and 123 Million Tourists

Saudi Arabia has launched the third and final phase of Vision 2030 with its GDP exceeding $1.31 trillion and non-oil activities accounting for 55 per cent of the economy, while tourism has surpassed its original 100 million visitor target three years ahead of schedule.

UK Seals Historic Free Trade Deal With GCC: First G7 Nation to Sign With Gulf Bloc

The United Kingdom has concluded a landmark free trade agreement with the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council, becoming the first G7 nation to sign such a deal with the Gulf bloc and removing an estimated £580 million in annual duties on UK exports.

UAE Rises to Second in Global Islamic Economy Rankings as FDI Hits $45.6 Billion

The UAE has climbed to second place in the Global Islamic Economy Indicator, jumping from fourth, driven by record FDI inflows of $45.6 billion and its position as the most active Islamic investment destination by transaction volume.

Dubai’s AED 2.5 Billion Tourism Recovery Plan: How the UAE Is Winning Back the World

Dubai has never waited passively for tourism to return. In a move that underlines the UAE government's absolute commitment to its visitor economy, Dubai's...

Dubai Tourism 2026: A City That Turned 19.6 Million Visitors Into Its New Baseline

Dubai welcomed 19.59 million international overnight visitors in 2025, a 5 per cent increase on the previous year's record 18.72 million, marking the emirate's...

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Kuwait Vehicle Registration Renewal: The Flat KD 5 Fee, Explained

Kuwait vehicle registration renewal costs a flat KD 5, unlike weight-tiered fees elsewhere in the Gulf. Requirements and late fines from the Ministry of Interior.

Oman Vehicle Registration Renewal: Fees by Weight and Engine Size

Oman vehicle registration renewal costs OMR 18-193 by weight and engine size. Exact fees, inspection rules and requirements from the Royal Oman Police.

Bahrain Vehicle Registration Renewal: Fees by Weight, Explained

Bahrain vehicle registration renewal costs BHD 10-80 depending on weight. Exact fees, late penalties and requirements from the General Directorate of Traffic.

UAE Residency Data Amendment: The AED 250 Fix

Correcting data on a UAE residence permit costs AED 250, done by reissuing the Emirates ID card. Full ICP fees, documents, and what resets or doesn't.
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