Food How the GCC Is Strengthening Food Security Through National Strategies and Innovation November 13, 2025 / November 21, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment Ensuring food security has become a national and regional priority across the GCC. Faced withpopulation growth, limited arable land, and global supply disruptions, GCC governments arereshaping their food systems through long-term strategies, technology adoption, and strategicinvestments, which are creating a foundation for sustainable growth and investor opportunity. National Strategies for Enhanced Food Security Each GCC […] Read more »
Education GCC’s Strategic Investment in Early Childhood Education to Build a Future Ready Workforce November 6, 2025 / November 6, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have been placing increasing importance on earlychildhood education (ECE) as a foundation for long-term academic and societal outcomes.Consequently, the gross enrolment ratio (GER) in the region’s pre-primary segment reached 42.3% in2023, a substantial improvement from 31.6% in 2018. This highlights a clear shift in the region’sattitude toward investing in kindergartens, nurseries […] Read more »
Education How EdTech and Emerging Technologies Are Enhancing GCC Classrooms September 22, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The EdTech industry has been transforming the education sector of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), especially post the pandemic, by harnessing digital technologies and leveraging the growing penetration of digital devices among the general population. The rising adoption of EdTech platforms and emerging technologies has been reshaping traditional education models by enabling more dynamic, personalised […] Read more »
Education Saudi Arabia and UAE’s Booming Tertiary Education Market: Unlocking Investment Potential August 14, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The GCC’s higher education segment, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is witnessing a waveof transformation driven by increased investment, international partnerships and broader academicofferings. As a result, the gross enrolment ratio (GER) in the GCC’s tertiary education segmentreached 67.6% in 2023, an improvement from 62.8% in 2018. Foreign universities are establishinga stronger presence […] Read more »
Education Teacher Shortages: A Key Issue for the GCC’s Education Sector July 8, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) education sector is experiencing significant growth, with studentenrolment projected to rise by 1.5 million from 14 million to 15.5 million by 2029, requiring an additionof more than 2,800 schools. However, private schools face a critical challenge in managing persistentteacher shortages that threaten the quality of education across the region. Drawing […] Read more »
Education Why Quality Education and International Curricula Are Booming in the GCC July 1, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its education sector, driven by rising affluence, strategic public-private partnerships, and the growing demand for globally recognised curricula. From Doha to Dubai, families are placing greater emphasis on quality education as a foundation for future success—both for expatriates and nationals. Rising Affluence Fueling […] Read more »
Healthcare AI and Digital Transformation: Reshaping Healthcare in the GCC May 7, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The healthcare sector in the GCC is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Governments across the region are prioritizing digital healthcare solutions, leveraging AI, machine learning (ML), big data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to enhance healthcare outcomes. The latest Alpen Capital Healthcare Report highlights AI […] Read more »
Retail Saudi Arabia and UAE: Spearheading Retail Growth in the GCC May 2, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin The transformation of the GCC’s retail industry is being led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE. These two economies, driven by favorable demographics, strong consumer spending, and robust tourism sectors, are set to dominate the regional retail landscape. According to Alpen Capital’s report, retail sales in the GCC nations are projected to grow in the […] Read more »
Healthcare Addressing the Medical Workforce Shortage in the GCC: Challenges and the Path Forward April 28, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment The GCC region’s healthcare sector is experiencing increased demand for medical services due to population growth, resulting in a shortage of skilled healthcare professionals across multiple specialties. The region has traditionally relied on expatriates to fill this gap due to a scarcity of nationally trained physicians and nurses. This dependency has financial implications and poses […] Read more »
Healthcare GCC’s Growing Burden of Disease Drives Demand for Specialized Care Centers April 21, 2025 / October 30, 2025 by admin | Leave a Comment Despite advancements in primary healthcare standards, the GCC region continues to face a significant health and economic burden due to the increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary habits have led to a surge in diseases such as cardiovascular conditions, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory illnesses. According to the World Bank, […] Read more »
