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Gulf remains magnet for foreign investment despite war uncertainty, says GCC Secretary General
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Gulf remains magnet for foreign investment despite war uncertainty, says GCC Secretary General

The GCC Secretary General, Jasem Al Budaiwi, stated that the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) remains an attractive destination for foreign investment despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the Iran-US-Israel conflict and disruptions to shipping and energy markets. He emphasized that the region's strong institutions, economic stability, and adaptive capabilities are critical factors influencing investment decisions. While the war has caused significant damage to sectors like hospitality, aviation, and tourism, the Gulf states have managed to maintain economic growth and market continuity. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has exacerbated energy market volatility, but the GCC's integration and robust financial systems continue to support its status as a major economic bloc with a combined GDP of $2.4 trillion and sovereign wealth funds holding over $5 trillion in assets.

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Gulf remains magnet for foreign investment despite war uncertainty, says GCC Secretary General

The GCC Secretary General, Jasem Al Budaiwi, stated that the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) remains an attractive destination for foreign investment despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the Iran-US-Israel conflict and disruptions to shipping and energy markets. He emphasized that the region's strong institutions, economic stability, and adaptive capabilities are critical factors influencing investment decisions. While the war has caused significant damage to sectors like hospitality, aviation, and tourism, the Gulf states have managed to maintain economic growth and market continuity. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has exacerbated energy market volatility, but the GCC's integration and robust financial systems continue to support its status as a major economic bloc with a combined GDP of $2.4 trillion and sovereign wealth funds holding over $5 trillion in assets.

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