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Paul Crompton

Paul Crompton

Paul J. Crompton is a former journalist for Al Arabiya English in Dubai. He regularly wrote features, profiles, and analyses on business, security and geopolitical issues and specialized in the history of the Middle East. Paul received a degree from the American University of Sharjah in the UAE. He has lived in the region for more than a decade.

Hajj on a budget: 6 handy tips for a smarter pilgrimage

If you only have limited means, it’s handy to spend some time researching the journey in advance...

 Why Brexit won – and how Arabs can be happy with Britain’s choice

As the shattered Bremain camp schlep through the five stages of grief – simultaneously, so it seems – facts must be faced...

 The fast and the curious: Non-Muslim expats in UAE try Ramadan

Curious members of the United Arab Emirates’ large non-Muslim expat community have decided to join in on Ramadan...

 Emiratis outraged over US police ‘racism’

Video footage from late last month showed Emirati businessmen Ahmed Al Menhali collapse at the hands of Ohio police...

 Brexit could mean long-term gain for Gulf, analysts say

Britain is widely seen as having more open arms than Europe towards Gulf states...

 What to do in Dubai this Ramadan if you’re not fasting

Here is a list of fun ideas to keep you occupied until the end of Ramadan...

 Major Saudi deals with mega firms during Prince Mohammed’s US visit

Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has been busy meeting with major US firms in a bid to help the kingdom diversify its economy...

 Tunisian startup aims to be ‘Google of healthcare’ in country

Through AlloTabib, patients can see each doctor’s schedule, along with their qualifications, patient reviews, photos, to choose the best practitioner...