United Arab Emirates
Religious tolerance aids the Gulf’s expats and rulers
Several Gulf states are making efforts to improve their reputation over acceptance of other faiths
Gulf statesMiddle Eastern momentum for solar power will grow
Solar power has been slow to gain ground in the Middle East, but is now picking up momentum.
Middle EastGulf rivals will likely increase US lobbying efforts
Spending by the Gulf states on lobbying in Washington has risen since 2017 as rivals compete for US support
Gulf statesRules change will temporarily boost tourism in Dubai
Dubai is doing away with regulations requiring tourism firms to provide the emirate’s government with bank guarantees
United Arab EmiratesJordan’s economic stability will hinge on foreign aid
Gulf donors have offered support to Jordan amid anti-austerity protests
JordanMore Arab countries will reopen missions in Syria
The United Arab Emirates is reopening its embassy in Damascus today after it had remained closed since 2011
SyriaAn Abu Dhabi bank merger reflects economic necessities
Talks on a merger between three Abu Dhabi banks are reportedly at an advanced stage and may lead to major job losses
United Arab EmiratesGulf states will struggle to meet domestic gas demand
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait are all planning to develop sour and unconventional gas reserves
Saudi Arabia
