Omar Al Mansoori
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Omar Al Mansoori covers technology, energy and life in the Gulf — AI and fintech, the energy transition, and the culture, travel and sport that shape how the region lives. He writes about where the Gulf is putting its money next and what it feels like on the ground.
Exclusive articles:
UAE Education Reforms 2025: STEM, AI Literacy and the Future of Learning in the Gulf
The UAE has identified education as one of the most critical pillars of its long-term economic transformation, recognising that a knowledge-driven economy requires a...
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation: Steward of the Gulf State’s Oil Legacy
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) is one of the most significant oil companies in the world, yet it operates with considerably less international profile than...
Qatar’s LNG Dominance: How the Gulf State Leads Global Natural Gas Markets
Qatar is the world's leading exporter of liquefied natural gas, shipping approximately 77 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to buyers across Asia, Europe, and...
Saudi Aramco’s Sustainability Commitment: Balancing Production with Climate Responsibility
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company by production and one of the most profitable corporations in history, faces a defining challenge of our...
The UAE’s Thriving Arts Scene: From Louvre Abu Dhabi to Alserkal Avenue
The United Arab Emirates has invested in cultural infrastructure with the same determination it brings to economic development, transforming cities that barely existed half...
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Dubai Parking Fees by Zone
Dubai parking now runs through Parkin, not RTA. Standard zones cost AED 4.20/hour, JLT a flat AED 10.50. Full zone-by-zone fee breakdown.
UAE Residence Details Report: The AED 200 Fee
Printing an official UAE residence details report costs AED 200 through ICP. Who needs it, what documents it requires, and how it differs from an ID card.
UAE Visa Amendment and Cancellation Fees
Amending or cancelling a UAE entry permit both cost AED 150. Cancellation only works before you enter the country. Full ICP fees and exceptions.
UAE Establishment Card: The AED 2,300 Cost
A UAE company needs an ICP Establishment Card before sponsoring any visa, costing AED 2,300 for year one. Fines run up to AED 20,000. Full ICP guide.


