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The Gulf Cooperation Council: A Rising Economic Powerhouse

August 22 , 2025

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Executive Summary

The GCC region is undergoing a profound transformation, with its member states accelerating economic diversification across multiple high-growth sectors. Beyond traditional reliance on oil and gas, GCC nations are investing heavily in manufacturing, logistics, financial services, digital banking, tourism, renewable energy and digital infrastructure. While each country’s approach is tailored to its unique strengths and strategic goals, the region shares collective vision objectives: sustainable development, innovation, job creation, global competitiveness, and economic integration. These efforts position the GCC as a future-ready economic bloc with increasing influence in global trade, finance and innovation.


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