UK-GCC trade deal unlocks £3.7bn growth with tariff cuts, data liberalization
The United Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) finalized a landmark free trade agreement on May 21, 2026, eliminating tariffs on food exports, medical equipment, and advanced manufacturing while securing the first-ever GCC commitment to data flow liberalization. The deal, covering Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, is projected to boost … Read more