GCC Nations Ranked in CIP Index; Regional Manufacturing Growth Highlighted
What happened
The UNIDO Competitive Industrial Performance (CIP) Index released rankings for several GCC nations, including the UAE (32nd), Saudi Arabia (34th), Qatar (48th), Kuwait (53rd), Oman (58th), and Bahrain (63rd). During the Made in the Gulf Forum, the GCC Secretary-General noted that the region has over 22,000 factories employing 1.1 million people, contributing 13 per cent to regional GDP.
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Why it matters
The Secretary-General emphasized that industry is a foundational pillar for diversifying Gulf economies. The GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee is advancing unified industrial laws and joint investment opportunities to empower regional products.
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Who's involved
- UAERanked 32nd in the CIP Index, highlighting industrial capabilities.
- Saudi ArabiaRanked 34th in the CIP Index, participating in regional industrial efforts.
- OmanRanked 58th in the CIP Index, participating in regional industrial efforts.
- BahrainHosted the Made in the Gulf Forum and participates in GCC industrial policy.
- KuwaitRanked 53rd in the CIP Index, participating in regional industrial efforts.
- QatarRanked 48th in the CIP Index, participating in regional industrial efforts.
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UAE
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Saudi Arabia
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Oman
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Related events
- GCC nations are competing for international visitors, with Bahrain promoting itself as a tourism destination.
- Ras Al Khaimah contributes to the UAE's status as a global hub.
- The Gulf Chemists Union (GCU), which is based in Kuwait, has approved Saudi Arabia to participate in its forum in 2027.
- Economic analysis indicates that GCC growth is being driven by contributions from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, while the Strait of Hormuz faces shipping blockades.
- Market trends from Ras Al Khaimah are influencing Dubai-based planning, while Oman is recognized as a neutral hub in West Asia.