How will COVID-19 Affect the GCC Job Market?

How will COVID-19 Affect the GCC Job Market?

With the quick spread of the virus, states have implemented travel bans and closed off air traffic rather suddenly, leaving millions of expatriates no way of returning home.. Government support is essential at this point, as private sector giants like Aramco seek immediate government aid.. The GCC economy is heavily reliant on foreign workers (expatriates) both for their experience and as sources of revenue.. Saudi Arabia will support citizen workers (including small & medium businesses).. Start-up, small, and medium businesses have become pillars of the GCC's economy, especially in the UAE..