Middle East’s wealthy more generous than rich North Americans

A study has found ultra high net individuals from the region give significantly more than their North American peers

Iran says war instigated by Trump could ‘destroy’ GCC states

During his campaign, Trump has signalled he will take a harder line on Iran

Abu Dhabi Police travel to US following shooting of Emirati student

Saif Nasser Mubarak Ali Alameri, 26, was killed by a gunshot to the head last Sunday

GCC and UK announce strategic partnership

The agreement will focus on politics, defence, security and trade

Yemen says UN roadmap to end conflict sets ‘dangerous precedent’

Yemen’s position deals a major setback to international efforts to end the 20-month conflict

Egyptian billionaire Sawiris resigns as Orascom CEO

Sawiris’ deputy Tamer El Mahdi has been nominated as his successor

Revealed: Top 100 GCC Companies 2016

The biggest listed companies in the Gulf region

How Saudi, Russia and Iran got the OPEC deal done

Russian President Vladmir Putin’s role as intermediary between Riyadh and Tehran was pivotal

New advertising industry group launches in the Middle East

The Advertising Business Group aims to promote ethical, responsible advertising in the Middle East

Expat income tax will boost GCC revenues, but hit region’s ‘attractiveness’ – IMF

The International Monetary Fund has also warned the GCC against taxing expats’ remittances

Middle East property market faces uncertainty after Trump election

Sudden policy changes made by the incoming US President will affect regional real estate markets, says Cluttons

Why the boardroom is different in the Gulf

GCC boards do not necessarily stick to international corporate governance standards

Iran will issue visa on arrival to all but 9 countries

Iran and the global economy: Have things changed?

The lifting of sanctions against Iran in January is yet to have the impact many had hoped for

GCC governments enlist export credit agencies to help fund mega projects

Low oil prices have squeezed liquidity in the Gulf region

Iran warns of retaliation if US breaches nuclear deal

Iran and world powers concluded the nuclear agreement last year

Rocket attacks in Saudi and air strikes in Yemen strain truce

The truce was announced on Friday night as a step to end the 20-month old war

Missile from Yemen kills Saudi soldier hours before ceasefire

The 48-hour truce started at noon on Saturday

Oil may rise to $55 if all producers cooperate – Iran

OPEC is moving closer towards finalising its first deal since 2008 to limit oil output

Why Chinese phone makers are gaining traction in the Gulf

Cheaper products and improving reputations are helping Chinese smartphone manufacturers

Blom Bank to acquire HSBC’s Lebanese business

The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2017

Saudi intercepts and damages missile from Yemen

The missile was targeted towards the city of Najran

Egyptian court overturns ex-president Mursi’s death sentence

Mursi was sentenced to death in June 2015

Arabs struggle to understand Trump’s Middle East rhetoric

For many Arab rulers and royals, Trump’s victory is a source of anxiety

Oil prices rise, recovering from shock Trump victory

Brent crude bounced back from a three-month low hit earlier

Milan seeks to lure GCC firms fleeing Brexit

Finance firms in Britain fear they will lose their licences that allow them to sell their services across the EU

Trump election has no effect on Tehran’s policies – Iran President

Iran’s expanding economic ties with the world were irreversible, said Rouhani

GCC stock markets drop sharply on Trump win

Investors fear a Trump victory could cause global economic and trade turmoil

Trump elected President of the United States

Surprise victories gave Trump the momentum he needed to become the United States’ 45th president elect

Yemen peace hopes flicker as Saudi studies UN plan

A Yemeni diplomatic source said that most, but not all, of the Saudi leadership had agreed to the plan

Iraq asks oil majors to downsize costly Dubai offices

Oil companies helping Iraq develop its massive fields have to clear their spending with Baghdad each year