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.

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Foreign Direct Investment in the GCC 2026: Where Global Capital Is Flowing

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GCC FDI inflows in 2026: the UAE led with about $48.2bn in 2025, Saudi Arabia drew $32.6bn (up 53%) and Bahrain a record $3.5bn. Where Gulf capital is flowing.

Expert View: Why Family Business Succession Is the GCC’s Trillion-Dollar Question

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Expert view on GCC family business succession in 2026 — why family firms dominate the non-oil economy, the generational wealth transfer and the governance gap.

Expert View: The GCC’s Race to Become a Global AI Powerhouse

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Expert view on the GCC AI powerhouse race in 2026 — Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN, Abu Dhabi's G42 and MGX, sovereign compute, chips, talent and the real risks.

Analysis: Why Gulf Property Prices Keep Rising While Global Markets Cool

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Gulf property keeps rising in 2026 while global markets cool because over 80% of UAE deals are cash, golden-visa demand is deep and leverage is low.

Getting a SIM Card in Bahrain 2026: Batelco, stc & Zain Compared

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How to get a SIM card in Bahrain 2026: Batelco, stc and Zain compared, prepaid vs postpaid, CPR rules, plan prices in BHD, tourist eSIMs and where to buy.
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Dubai Parking Fees by Zone

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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

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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

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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

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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.
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