Startup ecosystems in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman
Beyond the UAE and Saudi Arabia: the support programmes and opportunities in the rest of the GCC.
The smaller GCC markets have their own startup programmes and can be excellent early markets.
Qatar
Qatar Financial Centre, Qatar Science and Technology Park and Qatar Development Bank support startups and SMEs.
Bahrain
Bahrain positions itself as an easy GCC entry point, with Tamkeen supporting private sector growth and StartUp Bahrain connecting the ecosystem.
Kuwait
The National Fund for SME Development supports Kuwaiti entrepreneurs with financing and programmes.
Oman
Oman Technology Fund invests in technology startups and runs accelerator programmes.
Launching across the GCC
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