Gulf states

  • Jan 8, 2010
  • 7 min read

MIDDLE EAST: Healthcare sector growth is set to slow

The region's growing population, longer life expectancies, and the increased availability of...

  • Dec 17, 2009
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UAE/US: Nuclear deal brings regime security to fore

UAE and US officials are due to exchange diplomatic notes today, bringing into force a peaceful...

United States
  • Dec 14, 2009
  • 13 min read

GULF STATES: Private sector increasingly independent

While still broadly dependent on state spending for development, the business sector's economic...

Gulf States
  • Dec 14, 2009
  • 2 min read

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Abu Dhabi assists Nakheel

Abu Dhabi's government and the central bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will provide 10...

  • Dec 2, 2009
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BAHRAIN: Economy set to lead the region in recovery

Despite insignificant oil wealth compared to its Gulf Cooperation Council neighbours, and much...

Bahrain
  • Dec 1, 2009
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AFRICA: Arab/Islamic aid targets poorest regions

Arab governments and Arab or Islamic institutions are a major element in the rising flow of aid...

Africa
  • Nov 6, 2009
  • 2 min read

SOMALIA/SAUDI ARABIA: Riyadh lifts livestock ban

Saudi Arabia yesterday announced that it was lifting restrictions on the import of livestock from...

Saudi Arabia
  • Oct 22, 2009
  • 2 min read

KUWAIT/FRANCE: Defence deal adds to growing GCC power

France signed yesterday a defence agreement with Kuwait, opening the way to increased arms...

Kuwait