Arabian Gulf

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Arabian Gulf and Saudi Arabia: 2026 Explained sets out why the Gulf matters to the Kingdom’s oil exports, Eastern Province industry, port logistics, and Vision 2030 diversification.

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The Arabian Gulf (also known as the Persian Gulf) is the body of water bordered by Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Oman, Iraq, and Iran, serving as the primary maritime route for Saudi oil exports and hosting the Kingdom’s major eastern-coast industrial and port infrastructure.

Arabian-Gulf on SAUDI VISION 2030 Intelligence Platform

Arabian Gulf

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