GCC Nationalisation Vision Strategies – 2025 Overview
This is an overview of each GCC member state's nationalisation strategy as of 2025, with links to official government sources for further reference. Please note that these links are correct at the time of publication; please ensure that you are reading the latest version.
Saudi Arabia – Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 is a strategic framework that aims to reduce the country's dependence on oil, diversify its economy, and develop public services.
Official Document: https://www.vision2030.gov.sa/media/rc0b5oy1/saudi_vision203.pdf
Nationalisation Strategy: The Nitaqat program classifies companies based on their compliance with Saudisation quotas.
United Arab Emirates – We, the UAE 2031
'We the UAE 2031' outlines the country's 10-year development vision, focusing on the economy, social well-being, and international competitiveness.
Official Document: https://u.ae/-/media/Documents-2nd-half-2023/We-the-UAE-2031-%282%29.pdf
Nationalisation Strategy: The NAFIS program offers financial incentives to integrate Emiratis into the private sector.
Qatar – Qatar National Vision 2030
Qatar's long-term development framework focuses on sustainable development and improved living standards.
Official Document: https://www.gco.gov.qa/en/state-of-qatar/qatar-national-vision-2030/our-story/
Nationalisation Strategy: Qatarisation aims to increase the employment of Qatari citizens in both public and private sectors.
Kuwait – New Kuwait Vision 2035
This vision focuses on transforming Kuwait into a regional investment and financial hub.
Official Document: https://www.mofa.gov.kw/en/pages/kuwait-vision-2035
Nationalisation Strategy: The government enforces quotas to increase Kuwaiti employment in key sectors.
Bahrain – Economic Vision 2030
Bahrain's vision emphasises a sustainable economy and a better life for all Bahrainis.
Official Document: https://www.moh.gov.bh/Content/Files/Vision_2030.pdf
Nationalisation Strategy: Tamkeen supports wage subsidies and upskilling for Bahraini citizens.
Oman – Vision 2040
Oman Vision 2040 provides the national framework for sustainable development through 2040.
Official Document: https://www.oman2040.om/uploads/publication/20231105221146-2023-11-05publication221143_.pdf
Nationalisation Strategy: Omanisation policies encourage hiring Omani nationals with sector-specific quotas.