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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GCC REITs 2026: How to Invest in Gulf Real Estate Through the Stock Market

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GCC REITs 2026 guide: what a REIT is, the listed Saudi and UAE REITs, how yields and the 90% payout rule work, and how to invest in Gulf real estate via shares.

Russia and the GCC in 2026: Energy, OPEC+ and a Delicate Diplomatic Balance

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Russia and the GCC in 2026 stay close through OPEC+ oil coordination and Gulf neutrality on Ukraine, while the region avoids alienating the West.

How GCC Nations Became Some of the World’s Top Humanitarian Donors in 2026

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GCC nations rank among the world's top humanitarian donors in 2026: the UAE was third globally in 2025 and Gulf states gave nearly $14bn in aid since 2020.

GCC IPO Market 2026: Listings, Pipeline and How to Participate

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GCC IPO market 2026 explained: how Tadawul, DFM and ADX listings work, the pipeline, and a step-by-step guide for retail investors to subscribe to a Gulf IPO.

Editorial: Why Every GCC State Now Wants Its Own National Airline

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An editorial on the Gulf's aviation race: Riyadh Air's launch, Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air and Kuwait Airways, the hub logic and the overcapacity risk.
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Oman Vehicle Registration Renewal: Fees by Weight and Engine Size

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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

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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

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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.

Abu Dhabi Vehicle Registration: Renewal and Transfer Fees Explained

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Abu Dhabi vehicle registration renewal costs AED 350-400, transfer costs AED 100-200. Exact fees, documents and steps from TAMM and Abu Dhabi Police.
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