The list features individuals who have made a significant impact in their respective fields and have influenced the Arab world in a positive way
GCC leaders
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Bahrain
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Bahrain King discuss expanded cooperation in trade, investments, renewables, and security
The need for cooperation between the UAE and Bahrain private sectors in areas such as technology, energy, health, and education were discussed
GCC leaders
Saudi, UAE leaders hold talks as regional competition heats up
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called his Abu Dhabi counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and discussed ‘the prospects of further consolidating the strategic cooperation’ between the countries
Alex Malouf
The gamechanger – what the Qatar agreement means for the region
The rapprochement between Qatar and the quartet of Bahrain, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates benefits many
Diplomatic relations
Qatar deal impact on Gulf economy ‘should not be overstated’
Leading economist says major gains are likely for Qatar’s economy but are likely to be relatively slow to accumulate in the wider region
Anwar Gargash
UAE Minister of State ‘very optimistic’ for Gulf as Qatar rift ends
Anwar Gargash hails ‘good agreement’ and says implementation process should be ‘quite quick’
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Is Gulf-Qatar reconciliation a ‘win’ for Donald Trump?
Analysts believe the move will have a positive impact on US foreign policy goals in the Middle East as Joe Biden takes office
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Qatar blockade over as UAE, Saudi, Bahrain and Egypt agree to fully restore ties
The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Egypt have agreed to fully restore ties with neighbouring Qatar on Tuesday.
Arab League
Saudi Arabia calls urgent Gulf, Arab League meetings over tensions
Despite international scepticism, the US government has been pointing to increasing threats from Iran