Enhancing Fiscal Incentives for Sustainable Investment Growth in GCC Economies: A Comparative Analysis
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study investigates the role of fiscal incentives in fostering sustainable investment growth across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies, with geared towards on Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Through a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative policy analysis and quantitative data, the paper explores the effectiveness of tax reforms, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and diversification strategies in cutting down hydrocarbon dependency. Key findings highlight the UAE’s excellence in renewable energy investments, Qatar’s sovereign wealth-driven diversification, and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation. Challenges such as regional competition and oil price volatility are meticulously assessed. The study puts forth synchronised regional policies and sector-specific incentives to enrich long-term economic stability.
Author: V.P Jamshid
Institution: University of Calicut
Language: English
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4410091073