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Visa Splits Middle East Operations as Saudi HQ Rule Reshapes Regional Business Strategy Global payments giant Visa is reorganising its Middle East operations, a move that reflects how Saudi Arabia’s “regional headquarters” policy is rewriting the corporate map of the Gulf. The US-based company’s latest structural shift comes amid intensifying competition among Gulf states for…
Dubai Gold Prices Surge Dh50 Per Gram in 2026: Here’s What’s Driving the Rally Gold continues its striking run in early 2026 and on January 20 in the UAE, prices hit fresh highs, reflecting an intensifying global rally in precious metals influenced by geopolitical uncertainty, safe-haven demand and market sentiment. Local retail rates in Dubai…
How Powerful is Mohammed bin Salman? Comparing Saudi Crown Prince’s Influence to Other Gulf Royals In the modern Gulf, a region once viewed as a sleepy backwater of oil princes and ceremonial monarchs has become a powerhouse of economic transformation, shifting alliances, ambitious visions and intense personality-driven leadership. At the center of this transformation stands…
Kuwait Gold Prices Stable Near Record Highs Amidst Market Volatility Gold prices in Kuwait remained stable at $4,595 per ounce after a week of volatility in precious metals markets, closing firmly despite recent profit-taking and fluctuations in investor sentiment. According to a report by Kuwait’s Dar Al-Sabaik, gold futures for February delivery dipped slightly but…
Kuwait’s new residency rules bring higher renewal charges / AI Generated Image The State of Kuwait has introduced one of its most comprehensive overhauls of residency and visa regulations in years. Issued by the Ministry of Interior and published in the official gazette, the new executive regulations aim to redefine how expatriates enter, live, and…
Kuwaiti authorities are revoking a prominent preacher’s citizenship, citing national identity protection and legal compliance/Representative Image Kuwait’s well known Islamic preacher, recognized for his television programs and active engagement in cultural and intellectual forums, is reportedly facing the revocation of his Kuwaiti citizenship. The decision is part of broader efforts to protect the integrity of…
