A landmark 1,800-kilometre railway network could connect all six GCC countries, linking the UAE with Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain. How close are we to making this a reality, and what could it mean for passengers and trade across the region?

And could one visa soon make travelling across the Gulf much easier? We look at the latest plans for a single visa covering all six GCC countries, and when travellers might finally be able to use it.

Could self-driving cars soon be sharing the roads with residents in Ras Al Khaimah? The emirate is planning real-world trials of autonomous vehicles in Mina, navigating everyday traffic rather than a controlled test track. But how safe are they, and who's liable if something goes wrong?

With less than a month until the UAE marks its 55th National Day, we also hear from someone who witnessed the country's formation in 1971. What was Dubai really like in those early days?

A landmark 1,800-kilometre railway network could connect all six GCC countries, linking the UAE with Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain. How close are we to making this a reality, and what could it mean for passengers and trade across the region?
And could one visa soon make travelling across the Gulf much easier? We look at the latest plans for a single visa covering all six GCC countries, and when travellers might finally be able to use it.
Could self-driving cars soon be sharing the roads with residents in Ras Al Khaimah? The emirate is planning real-world trials of autonomous vehicles in Mina, navigating everyday traffic rather than a controlled test track. But how safe are they, and who's liable if something goes wrong?
With less than a month until the UAE marks its 55th National Day, we also hear from someone who witnessed the country's formation in 1971. What was Dubai really like in those early days?

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.