Vietnam FTA push raises pressure on Thai exporters in Gulf markets
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Vietnam is accelerating a new generation of FTAs to expand into the Middle East and South Asia, a strategy that could increase competitive pressure on Thai exporters.
Phiphat says UAE investor interested in EEC theme park; outcome on ‘Disneyland’ push expected by end-2026
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026
Deputy PM Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says he is pursuing a global theme park investment for the EEC’s EECiti project, with interest from an Abu Dhabi investor and hopes to know by end-2026 whether a “Disneyland” project could proceed.
Dubai airport suspends flights temporarily after Iranian drone attack
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates temporarily suspended flights after an Iranian drone strike hit a fuel tank nearby, causing a fire and prompting evacuations.
Western powers boost air-defence support for Gulf allies after Iranian missile and drone attacks
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2026
The United States, Australia, France and the UK are stepping up support for Gulf partners after Iran launched missiles and drones at targets in the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar, prompting fresh air-defence deployments and patrols.
UAE Repels Hundreds of Iranian Missiles and Drones as Officials Vow Firm but Measured Response
MONDAY, MARCH 09, 2026
Abu Dhabi says air defences intercepted 172 ballistic missiles and 755 drones while calling for dialogue to end the worst regional escalation in decades