Following Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, including nuclear and energy-related infrastructure, oil prices have risen by approximately 10 to 13 percent over the past week. While markets initially responded to geopolitical tensions, a sustained rally appears unlikely. Market

Saudi Arabia is consolidating its status as a pivotal force in international trade through the launch of two new shipping services: IM2, operating out of Jeddah Islamic Port, and the Chinook Clanga route, which links Dammam and Jubail with global destinations. These additions

Earlier today, SRMG Think co-hosted an engaging and timely session with the World Bank MENAAP in Riyadh to mark the release of the latest Gulf Economic Update (GEU), titled: Smart Spending, Stronger Outcomes: Fiscal Policy for a Thriving GCC. The event brought together economists,

US Strikes Iranian Nuclear Sites: Economic and Strategic Risks Rise The US on 22 June conducted airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities (Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan), marking a major escalation and drawing Washington directly into Israel’s conflict with Iran. President

“Deepening integration and advancing coordination within the GCC would reinforce the bloc’s growing strategic role in global trade and investment.” Hazar Caracalla, Senior Policy Adviser at SRMG Think, writes on how the Gulf’s economic policy maturity, ample capital and global

SRMG Think and the World Bank recently co-hosted an event marking the launch of the latest Gulf Economic Update Report. The session featured a timely exchange of perspectives, with thoughtful contributions from speakers and participants. We look forward to future high-impact

“Oman’s strategic patience is yielding dividends. By prioritising dialogue and neutrality, Muscat is positioning itself as a vital link between regional actors and global powers.” Neil Quilliam, Director of Energy Research at SRMG Think, examines how Oman is recalibrating its

Next week, the Kingdom welcomes the world’s top players for the 2025 Esports World Cup. The inaugural edition last summer drew thousands to the capital and culminated in a closing ceremony attended by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, underscoring its national

"Saudi Arabia’s refining strategy signals a deliberate shift. By expanding downstream capacity, the Kingdom is reinforcing its energy leadership while anchoring industrial growth and economic resilience." Neil Quilliam, Director of Energy Research at SRMG Think, explores how

“MENA's role in the global energy transition is evolving. The Gulf is setting the pace on clean energy localisation. Now is the time to build on that momentum.” From hydrogen hubs to solar manufacturing, regional players are investing not just in renewables, but in reimagining

#Bahrain and the #UK both face security challenges in the #Middle_East and #Europe respectively. Now outside the European Union, #Britain is able to play a leading diplomatic role in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine, while Bahrain is navigating its way through conflicts

كيف تنعش الطاقة المتجددة التنمية الريفية العربية؟ "الكهرباء المستدامة للأرياف تتحقق عندما تطوّر الحكومات نماذج مبتكرة من التمويل المختلط بالشراكة مع المجتمعات المحلية، وإعتماد الطاقة المتجددة كعامل محفز للتنمية." تناقش جيسيكا عبيد التحديات التي تواجه هذا المسار والفرص المتاحة

Despite being a major oil producer, Iraq's power grid is plagued by blackouts. Jessica Obeid of SRMG Think, highlights the major gap between available power generation capacity and demand, and that losses in electricity transmission and distribution exceed 50%. Discover why