Bahrain Clear Appoints Seven Pillars Consultancy to Review Its Clearing and Depository Operations

The independent advisor will assess Bahrain Clear's operations, regulatory frameworks, governance and technology and produce a prioritized roadmap for its post-trade services.

Oman’s Food Sector Value Added Grows 9.8% to RO1.56 Billion in 2025 as Local Production Reaches RO2.9 Billion

Local production supplied RO2.9 billion of the RO5.2 billion of food available in Oman in 2025, with imports making up RO2.3 billion, official statistics show.

Bahrain’s Mumtalakat and ARP Group Plan AI-Native Wholesale Bank After Central Bank In-Principle Approval

The proposed Bahrain-headquartered bank will serve financial institutions, payment companies and cross-border businesses, and needs final authorization before it can start regulated activities.

Dubai to Take Tourist Visa Applications Through Visit Dubai Website and Launch Invitation-Only Club for Repeat Visitors

Dubai will let visitors apply for tourist visas through its official Visit Dubai website and launch an invitation-only membership program for repeat visitors this month.

Qatar’s Ports Handle More Than 59,000 Containers in October as Vessel Calls Rise 56%, Mwani Qatar Says

The ports operator said container volumes rose 9% from September, while general cargo climbed 64% and livestock handling jumped 641%.

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