If you’ve been keeping an eye on what’s happening around the GCC lately, you’ll know the region isn’t slowing down. Every week comes with a fresh headline, and this GCC Updates round-up feels like the perfect catch-up to understand the region.
5 GCC Updates For You
1. Saudi Steps Boldly Into India’s Travel Market With “Spectacular Saudi”
Let’s start with Saudi Arabia, because they really showed up for India this month. Their “Spectacular Saudi” roadshow didn’t just visit one city; it hit five, back-to-back. Think bakhour scent drifting through the hall, traditional coffee rituals, a peek into the massive Qiddiya project, and travel experts guiding you like you’re family stated in a report by Travel and Tourism World. The whole purpose of this event was to make Indian travellers aware of how the Kingdom is preparing to make their journey to Saudi Arabia easier and exciting. Considering India is one of Saudi Arabia’s fastest-growing markets, the timing couldn’t be sharper.
2. UAE Lights Up For Oman’s 55th National Day
Across the border, the UAE showed major love to Oman as the Sultanate marked its 55th National Day. As per the Gulf Today, landmarks in the Emirates lit up in red, white, and green; visitors were greeted with roses; and communities marked the occasion with heartfelt celebrations.
3. Dubai International Just Had Its Busiest Quarter Ever
Now, let’s talk travel numbers, because Dubai International Airport decided to rewrite its own record books. Between July and September 2025, DXB handled a staggering 24.2 million passengers. Yes, in just three months, as mentioned in Arabian Business. That makes it the busiest quarter in the airport’s 65-year history. Total traffic for the first nine months reached 70.1 million, and the rolling 12-month count hit 93.8 million. If you’ve walked through DXB recently, this probably doesn’t surprise you. It’s been buzzing nonstop.
4. Dubai Airshow Guests Get A Special Touch At Passport Control
To wrap it up, Dubai Airport made it special for the visitors. Travellers flying in for Dubai Airshow 2025 are receiving a commemorative passport stamp. As mentioned in Gulf News, Dubai rolled out this stamp as a warm welcome, marking one of the world’s biggest aviation events.
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5. SalamAir Signs Major Airbus Deal to Boost Fleet Reliability
SalamAir has signed a long-term Flight Hour Services agreement with Airbus. As mentioned in the press release, the aim is to boost reliability and streamline maintenance for its A320 fleet. Under the deal, Airbus will handle component support, repairs, and on-site stock to keep operations smooth and safe. This will help SalamAir to benefit from faster turnarounds, better aircraft availability, and more cost-efficient performance overall.
From tourism showcases to national celebrations, the GCC is busy, ambitious, and moving full speed ahead. Here’s another week of GCC updates from the region.
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