We welcome high-quality pitches, op-eds, and community reports aligned with our editorial mission. Please review these guidelines before submitting.
Focus & Relevance
- Coverage related to the Gulf region: politics, business, culture, technology, sports, and society.
- Original reporting, strong analysis, clear argumentation, and credible sourcing.
Originality & Attribution
- Submit only original work; disclose prior publication or simultaneous submissions.
- Credit sources, data, and media appropriately. No plagiarism or undisclosed AI-generated text.
Style & Tone
- Clear, compelling, and accessible writing with strong ledes and structure.
- Maintain balance; avoid unfounded claims. Provide citations where applicable.
Conflicts of Interest
Disclose any financial, personal, or organizational relationships relevant to your submission.
Photos & Media
Include only media you own or are licensed to use, with captions and credits. Provide proof of rights if requested.
Rights & Licensing
- Unless otherwise agreed in writing, contributors grant The Gulf Magazine a non-exclusive, worldwide license to publish, distribute, and promote the work in all formats.
- For exclusive commissions or syndication, terms will be agreed prior to publication.
Editing & Fact-Checking
- All submissions are subject to editorial review, fact-checking, and copy edits for clarity and style.
- We may decline or request revisions at our discretion. Timelines vary with volume and news value.
How to Pitch
Send a concise pitch (2–3 paragraphs) and a short bio via Contact. Include relevant expertise and links to previous work.
Last updated: 2025-10-31