If you’re also trying to keep up with the updates from across the region, then you have landed on the right article. We have made a list of some important updates from across the GCC that we think you will want to know. From Saudi Arabia to the UAE, here’s a list of updates we think you wouldn’t want to miss.
GCC Updates
1. NCM Warns Saudi Arabia Against Heavy Thunderstorms
The National Centre for Meteorology announced on Tuesday, October 13th, that Saudi Arabia may receive heavy thunderstorms, flash floods and hail across several regions. This weather condition is expected to stay until Saturday. There’s even a possibility of strong winds exceeding 60km/h during the severe weather.
2. Abu Dhabi Police Announces Exercise Until October 15th
Until October 15th, Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority will be conducting an exercise across the emirate. This exercise, as revealed by Gulf News, aims to check readiness and to strengthen response capabilities. Members of the public, as a result, have been urged not to approach the exercise sites during the operation.
3. Red Sea Museum Is Hosting A Brand New Exhibition
Red Sea Museum has welcomed a new exhibition, which brings Matilde Marín’s two-decade study of lighthouses. The exhibition will be happening until December 31st, and it’s the first exhibition in Saudi Arabia by the artist. The exhibition also includes works on the lighthouses of Jeddah and Yanbu.
4. Mel C & Jax Jones To Headline Emirates Dubai 7s
Emirates Dubai 7s is one of the most renowned events that’s returning to the emirate from November 27th to 29th. And Mel C and renowned British DJ Jax Jones will be headlining the event. This event is going to happen over the course of three days, and it will be happening at the Sevens Stadium.
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5. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed Opens The Airport Show 2026
Mansoor bin Mohammed opens the 25th edition of The Airport Show 2026, bringing together more than 150 exhibitors from over 30 countries. https://t.co/Z7YVpV3J7L
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) October 12, 2026
Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed Al Maktoum has opened the 25th edition of the Airport Show 2026. This exhibition brings together over 150 exhibitors from more than 30 countries. As he took a tour of the exhibition, he was briefed on the latest innovations and advanced solutions in airport development.
So, with these updates laid out for you from across the GCC region, we hope you can keep up with them.
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