Keeping up with the updates from the GCC region can be quite difficult. After all, there are new developments happening every other day, making it difficult to keep track of everything that’s taking place. To ensure you are not left behind on these updates, we have made a list especially for you.
GCC updates
1. Bassem Youssef Is Coming To Dubai This November
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The American-Egyptian comic, Bassem Youssef, is headed to Dubai. He will be performing live on Sunday, November 16, at the Coca-Cola Arena. A comedian who is no stranger to Dubai, he is bound to leave you in splits with his witty humour, which has also been described as fearless.
2. Tarun Tahiliani Brings Couture To Dubai
Tarun Tahiliani is an ace Indian designer who has also become the first one from the country to grace the Milan Fashion Week. And now he is bringing his collection to Dubai for a two-day pop-up. This will be taking place at Royal Mirage, Jumeirah, on September 11th and 12th. With the event open to all, it will take place from 10 AM to 7 PM.
3. Falaj Rehabilitation And Improvement Project Is Completed
The development of Falaj Al Jeela is complete. Yes, this also includes the rehabilitation of the site in the Wilayat of Sur. It is one of the five Falajs that are registered in the UNESCO list of international heritage. Renovations were undertaken for broken parts of the Falaj, amongst other work.
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4. Flexible Work Initiative To End On Friday
Flexible Summer initiative, which was launched by Dubai, comes to an end on Friday, September 12th. This was brought into place for government employees by offering them an alternative work schedule and also maintaining the five-day work week. It was launched on July 1st and was aimed at enhancing the work-life balance.
5. Zimmerman’s New Boutique Opens In Kuwait’s Avenue Mall
The Avenue Mall in Kuwait is now home to the luxury clothing brand Zimmerman. The boutique has been designed in such a way that it features a façade of fluted ceramic tiles. Not to mention, the collection includes some of the most gorgeous designs that will leave you turning heads the moment you step out wearing them.
So with these updates laid out for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead of the news updates from the GCC region!
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