Ali Al Shouk — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as Senior News Reporter at The National, the biggest English language newspaper in the Gulf.
Possesses 20 years of journalism experience in the UAE and Iraq.
Previously worked as a news reporter for 7DAYS newspaper (starting 2006) and Gulf News (for nearly seven years).
Worked for the UN and international news organizations following the invasion of Iraq.
Undertook several Reuters journalism training courses early in his career.
Developed a strong network of contacts within the UAE in the police, legal, and business communities.
Lived first-hand many of the news stories he has written about, including the collapse of the Soviet Union and the American war in 2003 against Iraq.

Biography

Ali Al Shouk is a Dubai-based journalist with 20 years of experience in journalism across the UAE and Iraq. He currently serves as a Senior News Reporter at The National, recognized as the biggest English language newspaper in the Gulf. His career has provided him with extensive experience in various roles throughout the Middle East, covering significant events and developing a strong network of contacts.

Early in his career, Al Shouk completed several Reuters journalism training courses.