If you are someone who is always trying to be on top of the Gulf News updates from across the GCC region, then you have landed on the right article. We have made a list of some important developments from across the region that we think you will want to read about if you wish to stay ahead of the news. From the UAE to Saudi Arabia, here are some updates that we think you wouldn’t want to miss.
GCC Updates
1. Three Sharjah Coastal Heritage Sites On Tentative UNESCO List
The historic coastal network, which links Dibba Al-Hisn, Khor Fakkan and Khor Kalba. It strengthens the emirate’s presence on the heritage map globally. As announced by the Sharjah Archaeology Authority, with this addition, the number of sites in the UAE comes to 16; of these, six are in Sharjah.
2. Saudi Arabia Declares September 23rd As Holiday
As Saudi Arabia gets ready to celebrate Saudi National Day on September 23rd, the Kingdom has declared it as an official holiday. This year, Saudi National Day falls on Wednesday. It has been declared a holiday for employees in the private and non-profit sectors. It marks the 96th national day of the Kingdom.
3. Sharjah To Launch First Jashe & Sahnah Festival
Sharjah has announced that it will be launching the inaugural Jashe & Sahnah Festival in Kalba. This will be happening on September 24th, and it will bring together government entities. In fact, fishing businesses and local families will also be showing up to display their traditional foods and practices. These will be rooted in the East Coast maritime heritage of the UAE and will be happening across four days until September 27th.
4. UAE Tour Women Dates Revealed
.@abudhabisc, in collaboration with Union Cycliste Internationale, has revealed the dates for the fifth edition of the UAE Tour Women from 3-6 February 2027 and the ninth edition of the UAE Tour Men from 15-21 February 2027, welcoming elite cyclists from around the world. pic.twitter.com/wqUXygeNrw
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) September 9, 2026
The dates for the fifth edition of UAE Tour Women have been unveiled. This is happening in collaboration with Union Cycliste Internationale and will be taking place from February 3rd to 6th, 2027. It should be noted that the ninth edition of the UAE Tour Men will be happening from February 15th to 21st, 2027. Elite cyclists from around the world are welcome for this incredible sports event.
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5. Riyadh Air’s Inaugural Manila Flight Lands
Riyadh Air took to its X account to announce that its first flight to Manila has landed. Yes, it has begun flights to the Philippines capital, which will be serviced daily. The daily flights between the two capital cities are going to make travel easier for those who frequently journey on this route.
So, with these updates laid out for you, we hope that you can stay ahead of the news to be on top of what’s happening in the Middle East.
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FAQs
When is Saudi National Day?
Saudi National Day is on September 23rd , which falls on a Wednesday this year.
When is UAE Tour Women?
The UAE Tour Women will be taking place from February 3rd to 6th, 2027.
