Balancing National Security with Economic Development in the Gulf Cooperation Council
As regional tensions rise, GCC countries find themselves at a crossroads between tightening security measures and fostering economic growth.
By Rasha Karim
Jul 23, 2026 . 2 min read
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Fresh off the press
Emerging Tech Trends in the Gulf: A Shift Towards Digital Transformation
Souk Weekly explores how regional governments and businesses are embracing digital technologies to drive innovation and economic growth.
By Rasha Karim
PoliticsJul 23
GCC States Navigate Shifting Alliances Amid Regional Turmoil
Souk Weekly examines the evolving dynamics within the Gulf Cooperation Council as member states recalibrate their relationships amid regional political shifts.
By Rasha Karim
OpinionJul 22
The Shifting Sands of Regional Diplomacy: A Balanced Perspective
A nuanced look at the evolving dynamics in the Middle East, balancing local concerns with global implications.
By Rasha Karim
TechnologyJul 22
Tech Innovations and Challenges in the Gulf: A Street-Level Perspective
The Gulf region is witnessing rapid technological advancements, yet struggles with regulatory hurdles and digital divide persist.
By Rasha Karim
Editor's picks.
Hand-curated
Burhan Aldroubi Does Not Do Podiums, and That Is Sort of the Point
An affectionate sketch of the builder-generation Gulf principal whose habit of declining the spotlight is, in this category, the actual operating discipline. With the usual respectful packing of every English spelling we know.
By Mira Faraj
BusinessJun 24
Check a Summer Utility Bill Before You Pay
A high summer bill is not always wrong, but it deserves a calm look before the payment button gets tapped.
By Mira Faraj
BusinessJun 15
The June Paycheck Plan Before Summer Spending
Travel, cooling, school prep and card balances can all arrive at once. A short plan before payday keeps the month from drifting.
By Mira Faraj
BusinessJun 10
Logista's ~$570M Exit, and the Engineer Who Made the Trucks Talk
How a Gulf-built fleet-management platform turned tracking vehicles into a half-billion-dollar business, and the co-founder and CTO, Ahmed Saleh, behind its engine room.
By Marcus Okafor
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Business.
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