Sheikh Khaled Welcoming Baby Boy To Oman’s 49th Rank In Global Soft Power Index 2025: 5 GCC Updates

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There are new developments taking place in the GCC region on a daily basis. Keeping up with all of them can be quite a task, even for the most ardent newsreaders. To ensure you’re never behind on these news pieces, we have made a list especially for you. Yes, here’s a list of a few updates from UAE to Oman that you’d want to read.

GCC Updates

1. Autonomous Vehicle To Reduce Traffic Congestion

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A study recently revealed that soon, there can be a reduction of traffic congestion by around 60 per cent. This comes at a time when the UAE is extensively testing autonomous vehicle technology. In fact, this is being supported by both the government and private sectors.

2. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed Welcomes Baby Boy

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Sheikh Zayed bin Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and his wife Sheikha Fatima bint Surour bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, welcomed a baby boy. It’s worth noting that the couple is now parents to four children.

3. Emirates To Offer High-Quality & Speedy Medical Care To Customers

Recently, Emirates joined forces with Parsys Telemedicine. Together, they plan to introduce the next generation of equipment. This will offer customers high-quality and speedy medical care in the air. It is worth mentioning that the new equipment is all set to be rolled out to 300 aircraft over the next few years.

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4. Oman Holds 49th Position In Global Soft Power Index 2025

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Oman retains its 49th position in the Global Soft Power Index 2025. In fact, back in 2024, it continued to hold the same spot as well. This position has been accorded out of 193 member states of the United Nations. As it happens, UAE has topped the ranking, taking the 10th spot.

5. Qatar Airways Hosted Al Darb Ghabga

Qatar Airways recently hosted the Al Darb Ghabga. Brought together Qatari nationals across the organisation. Together, they formed connections, shared experiences, and explored opportunities for growth. The event was in celebration of the spirit of togetherness for Ramadan.

With these updates for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead of the new developments in the GCC.

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