Latest in Tag: gulf Highlight
Latest in Tag: gulf
Eid Al-Fitr causes boom of internal tourism
The rates of internal tourism were “good” before and during the month of Ramadan, and further improved during the days of Eid Al-Fitr vacation
Will Arab Gulf investments follow their aid commitments?
Head of Arabian House of Consultancy for Financial and Economic Investment says aid a reflection of “a conflict, and to show loyalty and support to Egypt.”
Ten reasons why Egypt is vital to US economy and security
By Juan Cole Whatever the reasons the US public is less excited about Egypt’s ongoing revolution, the country is in fact important to the US. A Pew poll shows that far fewer Americans are following events in Egypt closely now than in January-February 2011. Actually, about the same percentage are following it “fairly closely” as …
Emirati group to invest in Egypt
Majid Al-Futtaim Holding meets investment minister to discuss project worth EGP 3.2bn
Government plans to woo Gulf tourists
Vacation planners serving Gulf tourists can enjoy incentives including discounts on EgyptAir flights as well as at some facilities, with the aim of luring larger numbers of Arab tourists to the country.
Luxor still waiting for tourism aid
The financial support is said be distributed on the 27th of Ramadan, 5August; however no official statement was issued by the ministry.
Arab aid inbound
Aide to the Minister of Planning: Financial aid received from Arab countries will begin to be converted next week
Egypt’s rising private consumption lures Gulf investors
Investment groups pursue stakes in Egyptian supermarkets
Howeidy, the Brotherhood, and between them Al-Tayeb
By: Ayman Abd Al-Hafiz “When the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar is invited to a country that is not capable of existing in harmony with Egypt, the country to which Al-Azhar traces its heritage as an institution, this opens the door to doubt and a series of speculations regarding the trip’s motives, a fact which may lead …
Football fans in the Gulf vote with their feet
By James M. Dorsey Football is defeating efforts by wealthy Gulf States to impregnate themselves against the wave of protests that have swept the Middle East and North Africa in the past two years and sparked a brutal civil war in Syria. Once a prince’s uncontested playing ground that allowed royals to curry favour, strengthen …
Strong quake hits Iran, felt across Gulf and South Asia
The website of the US Geological Survey put the magnitude of the quake at 7.8
Kerry on Gulf tour pledges backing for Syria rebels
Kerry stressed that there was no question of arming the Syrian opposition, even as his Saudi counterpart Prince Saud al-Faisal insisted on the right of Syrians to self-defence.
Egyptians deported from Kuwait
Potential setback for Egyptian political parties in Gulf countries
Kuwait blames protesters for clashing with police
Kuwaiti riot police late Monday used batons to beat up opposition protesters.
Jailed Bahrain medics go on hunger strike
The jailed Shiite medics called their action “The Lost Justice,” and have stopped taking food and medicine.
Iranian President dismisses Israeli threat after meeting with Ban Ki-Moon
Iranian leaders speak out on war with Israel ahead of UN General Assembly meeting
Strike on Iran would trigger ‘World War III’: Guards
Iran could launch a pre-emptive strike if Israel prepares to attack it
Women’s revolution in the Middle East could be sooner than expected
Saudi women allowed to travel within Gulf without guardians’ approval, while Iranian woman beats Muslim cleric for criticising her outfit
Israel and Iran usual War Dance
Multinational armada in the Arab Gulf while Iran tests its defences
Bahrain continues crackdown on street protests
Bahraini uprising continues, as the tear gas covers Manama
Nasrallah threatens US on behalf of Iran
Warnings over a possible Israeli strike against Hezbollah’s major ally
Unprecedented numbers of African refugees flee to Yemen
UNHCR expresses concern over abuse by smugglers
Oil tanker hijacked off Togo still missing
As yet unknown but presumably well organised group responsible
Kuwaiti hostage released from Lebanon
The dilemma surrounding Issam Al-Houti comes to an end
US arms sales triple in 2011
Selling weapons worth $66.3 billion overseas, the US arms sales triple
Iran and Egypt: New Friends?
One who follows Iranian movements in Egypt will know that Iran is very desperate to have positive diplomatic relations with Egypt
Trials of Bahraini protesters
The verdict of the thirteen men and an additional seven being tried in absentia will be read on 4 September
Kuwaiti opposition protesting new electoral law
Opposition calling for mass protests, demanding changing electoral law
Iranian President in significant visit to Saudi Arabia
Ahmadinejad to attend the OIC summit in Saudi Arabia
IEA cuts global oil demand forecasts
Paris (AFP) — Faltering economic growth will undercut global oil demand this year and next, the International Energy Agency said Friday, citing slowdowns in China and the United States in particular. “Sluggish economic growth could restrict annual oil demand growth to 0.9 million barrels per day in 2012 and 0.8 mbpd in 2013, with demand …