From Jason Derulo’s Dubai World Cup Show To Saudi Poultry Import Ban, 5 GCC Updates

The Gulf does not pass a calm week. These GCC updates are buzzing headlines in the region, as far as a global pop star landing in Dubai is concerned, or as recently as new routes in Saudi Arabia by airline companies.

1. Jason Derulo To Perform At The Dubai World Cup

Mark March 28 as Jason Derulo will headline the 30th Dubai World Cup final event in Meydan Racecourse. The National reports that the concert comes after a race day, which has a total of 30.5 million dollars in prize money over nine races, with the main being the richest race in the world. Race tickets include access to the concert and do not need any extra pass. Since its introduction in 1996 at Nad Al Sheba race course, the event has been attended by celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Janet Jackson.

2. The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia Prohibits The Import Of Poultry In 40 Countries

This is due to outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza, which has led to Saudi Arabia temporarily banning poultry and egg imports in 40 countries that include India, the U.K., China, and Afghanistan. According to Bloom Pakistan, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority announced that the ban will help safeguard the health of the population as well as enhance food safety. Birds are the main victims of the virus. The risk to humans is not high currently, even though a few cases of mammals have been reported. Poultry products intensified by heat and satisfying stringent safety regulations can still find their way to the Kingdom.

3. Qatar Has Additional Three Heritage Sites On The Icesco List

According to I Love Qatar, Qatar Museums has won three more sites on the ICESCO Heritage List. The new sites include Al Mafjar, the Ain Mohammed Village Site, and the Al -Murwab Archaeological Site, and would make Qatar hold ten recognised sites in total. Others in the past are Al Zubarah Fort and the Barzan Towers.

4. Paid Parking Will Be Launched In Dubai Silicon Oasis

When you park in Zone A of Dubai Silicon Oasis, observe the following. According to MENAFN, Parkonic will have 24/7 charged on-street parking. It has Dh4 per hour between 8 am and 4 pm and Dh6 per hour between 4 pm and 8 pm. It is a ticketless system; your licence plate is going to be your ticket. The default of payments is to Salik and SMS. Cash and payment machines are not necessary.

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5. Flyadeal Operates Out Of Madinah

Beginning March 1st, 2026, flyadeal will introduce new flights to Jazan, Qassim, and Arar under the Madinah- based flight. The relocation lifts nonstop destinations of Madinah to ten and weekly flights to 94- 40 per cent increase in capacity. The growth promotes Saudi Vision 2030 and enhances ties among pilgrims and domestic travellers.

That is it with the GCC news around the region today.

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