Economic growth across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) gained momentum in 2025, supported by structural reforms and rapid digital innovation, said a World Bank report. The UAE is expected to top the region with 4.8% growth in the year.
Bahrain has been ranked second regionally and 15th globally among 197 countries on the World Bank Group’s 2025 GovTech Maturity Index (GTMI), a milestone achievement.
Appian Capital Advisory, an investment advisor with a major presence in the region, has joined forces with International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group to launch a new $1 billion critical minerals and metals fund for emerging markets.
