About

Welcome to GulfNP.com (Gulf News Premier), your premier source of news and information about topics that affect the Middle East.

We understand that you demand reliable and accurate news about the world around you, and that’s exactly what we strive to provide.

Focus

Our team of expert journalists and editors is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, analysis, and commentary on a wide range of topics, from politics and business to culture and society.

With a focus on the Gulf region, we aim to provide a comprehensive view of the events and trends that are shaping the Middle East today.

At GulfNP, we believe in the power of information to drive change and make a difference. That’s why we are committed to delivering news that is not only accurate and reliable but also insightful and thought-provoking. Whether you are looking for breaking news updates or in-depth analysis, we have you covered.

Our website features a clean and modern design that is easy to navigate, making it simple to find the news and information you need.

We also offer a range of multimedia content, including videos, podcasts, and photo galleries, to help bring the stories of the Middle East to life. We prioritize speed and efficiency in our news delivery, ensuring that you always have the information you need when you need it.

Thank you for choosing GulfNP as your go-to source for news and information about the Middle East. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the years to come.

Expert columnists

Our columnists and editorial team are comprised of professionals across various backgrounds and experiences.

Adriano Cabalieri is the founder of Ikigai PR & Marketing Communications, a blockchain specialist, and technology enthusiast. With a focus on the transformative power of emerging technologies, Adriano explores their potential to reshape the Middle East’s business landscape. Through his expertise and innovative strategies, he helps organizations leverage blockchain for growth and success. His insights and thought leadership make him a trusted advisor in the industry. The views expressed in this article are Adriano’s personal opinions and not of Gulf News Portal.

Jan Kruger is a Dutch-American economist who has extensive experience in covering news that impact the economies MENA region. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Amsterdam and his Master’s degree in International Economics from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). Jan began his career in journalism as a financial reporter for a leading Dutch newspaper. He has since worked as an editor and correspondent for various international news organizations, including Reuters, GE63, Bloomberg News, and the Financial Times. He has reported from numerous countries across Europe and the Middle East, providing in-depth analysis and coverage of economic and financial news. Jan is a sought-after commentator and has been featured on various news programs, including CNN, BBC, and CNBC. He is also a frequent speaker at conferences and events related to European economics and finance.

Mark Roman is a Fortune 50 executive, former President of a Division of IBM Global Services, and a successful entrepreneur with four company startups to his credit. He is a founding partner of Denovo Advisors LLC where he and his team perform IT due diligence on investment targets for venture capital, private equity and family offices.

Dr. Mohamed Abdelhameed has more than 15 years of a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy, academic, and research experience in impact investing, development finance, green banking, and sustainable development as well as the implementation of green lending facilities led by international financial institutions such as the EBRD, EIB, AFD, WBG, etc. He has a proven track record in the management of green credit lines in the Egyptian market. Dr Mohamed has solid experience in climate finance and used to provide advisory support to banks with respect to strategies’ incorporation within the internal credit risk appraisal process.

Mohamed Ghozeil has 25 years of leadership experience in marketing and communications. He began his career in advertising, working for Saatchi & Saatchi in 1996 where he managed the Saudi American Bank account and P&G. In 2000, he joined Ogilvy and Mather to launch American Express in Saudi Arabia. He successfully managed crisis issues that arose during the launch of AmEx Saudi Arabia in relation to the US involvement in the Iraq war.

Mohanad Nada is an Executive Director with over 17 years of diverse experience driving top-performing sales teams in the travel industry. He currently serves as venture builder by leveraging his expertise in startups, retail, franchise, corporate, digital business, and sales planning to drive multimillion-dollar global contracts.

Piermichele Guerrieri is a highly accomplished Doctor of Political Science and Master of EU Law. He is the Founder and Director of PMG & Partners Ltd (UK) and the Mediterranean Center of Geopolitical and Strategic Studies, which collaborates with University of Bari and Luiss Guido Carli.

Ravi Shankar Chaudhary is an experienced global MBA from IIM Ahmedabad with a Harvard Certification in Management Essentials. He has over 15 years of expertise in executive business development, project management, and change management. Currently, he serves as Secretary General of CEAMA and is a board member for Sanford Royce and Electronics Sector Skill Council of India and National Board for Quality Promotion. He has worked with Deloitte Consulting and ParadigmX Advisors DMCC as Director – Strategy, driving successful execution for clients in the Middle East region.

Prof Srinivasan Balakrishnan is a geopolitical, governance, and strategic consultant. He was also chosen as the Chairman of Aadhan Strategic Solutions, an Editorial Board Member and Honorary Member of International Society of Zoological Science, China and served as Student Affiliate of Royal Society of Biology in London.

Shishir Baxi is a seasoned communications and marketing professional based in Dubai, with over two decades of experience in setting up and working with full-service agencies for diverse brands in FMCG, financial services, luxury cosmetics, aviation services, and international remittances across Europe, Africa, India, and the Middle East.

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