16 May 2026 6:17 am

How Severe Has the Economic Impact of the Iran War Been?

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Since the war began in February, the World Bank has downgraded its 2026 GDP growth forecast for the region from 4.4% to just 1.3%.
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Gulf State Cooperation Has Long Been Shaped by Iran


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Arab Gulf countries, battered economically and physically by the war with Iran, were keen to put on a united front at a key regional meeting on April 28, 2026.
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Why Saudi Arabia’s Urban Future is About Livability


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In Saudi Arabia, about 84% of its population now lives in cities, putting significant pressure on urban systems. Population growth, climate challenges, traffic jams, and higher expectations for quality of life are all adding to the strain.
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Why Saudi Arabia’s Urban Future is About Livability

Why Saudi Arabia’s Urban Future is About Livability


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In Saudi Arabia, about 84% of its population now lives in cities, putting significant pressure on urban systems. Population growth, climate challenges, traffic jams, and higher expectations for quality of life are all adding to the strain.
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Bahrain FinTech Bay and the Future of Africa–Gulf Markets

Bahrain FinTech Bay and the Future of Africa–Gulf Markets


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At a time when governments and institutions across the Gulf are accelerating investments into digital transformation, financial technology, artificial intelligence, and startup ecosystems, Bahrain has positioned itself as an agile and highly competitive innovation hub with growing global relevance.
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