Good Morning Gulf — 2026-10-14

Good Morning Gulf · 2026-10-14

5 things you need to know

1. UAE

   Aljeer programme develops Emirati aircraft engineers, with 35 new places planned annually

   More than 65 Emiratis are developing aircraft-maintenance skills through Aljeer, with 35 additional student places planned annually, according to the 13 October announcement.

2. Saudi Arabia

   IsDB commits €326 million to roads and sustainable farming in Benin

   Saudi-based IsDB has agreed €326.06 million in financing for road improvements and sustainable farming in Benin, SPA reported on 13 October.

3. Rest of GCC

   Kuwait’s Sur campaign brings digital-safety learning to schools and young creators

   Kuwait’s Sur cybersecurity campaign plans school visits during October and November, alongside a youth awareness-video programme.

4. Business

   Made in GCC agreements span industrial finance, energy storage and regional trade

   Newly supplied details expand GGN’s coverage of industrial, logistics and porcelain agreements announced around Bahrain’s Made in GCC event, held 6–8 October.

5. Entertainment / Lifestyle

   Karan Johar, Varun Dhawan, Maniesh Paul and Ananya Panday to co-host IIFA 2027

   Karan Johar, Varun Dhawan, Maniesh Paul and Ananya Panday will host IIFA’s awards night in Abu Dhabi on 23 January 2027.