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Turkish Parliament Passes Landmark Bill Granting Conditional Amnesty to Disarmed PKK Members

Lawmakers vote 468 to 88 to approve a legal framework for disarming and reintegrating Kurdish militants, marking a major legislative step toward ending a 40-year conflict.

Saudi Arabia Prepares Alternative Shipping Routes as Typhoon Dolphin Disrupts Asian Trade

Saudi maritime authorities and port operators are adjusting shipping schedules and preparing additional storage capacity as severe weather and mass evacuations along China’s eastern coast threaten to disrupt international energy and cons...

Saudi Arabia Offers Grants to Bring Artificial Intelligence Into Heritage Projects

The Cultural Development Fund and Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority are offering grants of up to 500,000 riyals to cultural enterprises and museums that adopt artificial intelligence to preserve and present Saudi heritage.

Saudi Companies Partner to Develop Next-Generation Semiconductor Sensors

Si-Ware Systems and Saudi Electronic Materials Company have signed a memorandum of understanding to design and manufacture micro-electromechanical sensors in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom’s goal of developing domestic semiconducto...

Saudi Aramco Unit SABIC Develops Materials for Ceer Electric Vehicles

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation is developing specialized materials for vehicles made by Saudi electric-car manufacturer Ceer, supporting efforts to localize more of the automotive supply chain and increase domestic manufacturing value.

Saudi Tourism Regulator Proposes Minimum Hotel Staffing Requirements

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has opened consultations on rules that would link minimum hotel staffing levels to accommodation size and classification after the Kingdom recorded 122 million visitors in a record year.

Saudi Arabia Uses Oman-Mediated Contacts to Limit Houthi Threats to Oil Infrastructure

Riyadh is using diplomatic channels through Oman to seek economic concessions and restrain Houthi militants, with Saudi officials seeking to protect ports and energy export facilities from the wider regional conflict involving Iran and I...

Saudi Foreign Direct Investment Surges as Inbound Investment Stock Passes One Trillion Riyals

Saudi Arabia’s net inbound foreign direct investment rose 53 percent to 122 billion riyals, according to UNCTAD data, making the Kingdom the world’s thirteenth-largest recipient of international capital as economic diversification under ...

Riyadh Air Opens Bookings for Bangkok and Adds Three Asian Routes

Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier Riyadh Air has opened ticket sales for Bangkok and announced direct services to Manila, Islamabad and Lahore as it expands its network toward a target of 100 global destinations by the end of the decade.

Saudi Arabia Approves New Procurement Law to Speed Up Vision 2030 Projects

The Saudi Council of Ministers has approved reforms that raise government procurement delegation limits to 50 million riyals and shorten Ministry of Finance review periods, aiming to accelerate contracting for major infrastructure and de...

Aramco Delays Jazan Refinery Restart Until End of August After Drone Attack

Saudi Aramco has postponed the restart of its 400,000-barrel-per-day Jazan refinery until the end of August after a fire linked to a recent projectile strike by Yemeni militants, keeping pressure on regional fuel markets.

Saudi Arabia Begins $5 Billion Artificial Intelligence Data Center Project at Neom Oxagon

DataVolt and Neom are preparing to begin construction of a $5 billion artificial intelligence computing campus at Oxagon, with the facility planned to run on desert renewable energy and use Red Sea cooling as Saudi Arabia seeks to build ...

Aramco Reports $33.4 Billion Second-Quarter Profit Despite Regional Shipping Disruptions

Saudi Aramco posted second-quarter net income of $33.4 billion, exceeding analyst expectations as higher crude prices and flexible export routes helped offset logistical disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Ho...

Saudi Arabia’s PIF Completes $55 Billion Acquisition of Electronic Arts

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has completed its $55 billion takeover of Electronic Arts, consolidating major mobile, console and esports gaming assets as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 push into global digital entertainment.

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey Sign Trilateral Mutual Defense Pact

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have formally announced a mutual defense agreement aimed at strengthening military coordination and combining Saudi financial resources, Turkish defense manufacturing and Pakistani military capabilities ...

Saudi Arabia Prepares for International Sports and Esports Events Across Major Cities

Saudi sports authorities and national federations are finalizing preparations for international championships, boxing events and esports tournaments scheduled across Riyadh, Jeddah and Qiddiya.

Saudi Arabia's Food and Drug Authority Tightens Nationwide Consumer and Food Safety Inspections

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority has intensified inspections across retail markets and distribution hubs to enforce food safety, quality and consumer protection requirements.

Saudi Arabia's Tourism Ministry Moves to Raise Service Standards Across Luxury Hospitality

Saudi tourism authorities are consulting on workforce requirements for luxury hotels and resorts as the Kingdom expands its hospitality sector and seeks to improve service quality.

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy Confirms Jazan Refinery Fire Extinguished Without Widespread Casualties

Saudi emergency crews extinguished a localized fire at a Jazan refinery facility, after which technical teams began safety inspections and restoration procedures.

Riyadh Expands AI-Powered Traffic Management and Public Transport Infrastructure

Riyadh municipal authorities are deploying artificial intelligence-powered traffic controls and expanding public transport infrastructure to reduce congestion and accommodate population growth across the capital.

Red Sea Global and Neom Accelerate Renewable Energy and Water Infrastructure Projects

Red Sea Global and Neom are advancing construction of renewable-energy microgrids, desalination facilities and hospitality projects across northwestern Saudi Arabia while maintaining environmental preservation standards.

Saudi Arabia and Asian Partners Expand Trade and Technology Cooperation

Saudi economic delegations are pursuing deeper partnerships with major Asian industrial and technology economies covering supply chains, advanced manufacturing joint ventures and clean-energy investment.

Saudi Arabia Proposes Minimum Staffing Requirements for Luxury Hotels and Resorts

The Ministry of Tourism has opened a draft regulatory framework for public consultation that could require luxury hotels and resorts to meet minimum staffing levels of up to three employees per room as the Kingdom seeks to raise hospital...

Neom's Enowa Commissions Oxagon Substation to Raise Industrial Power Capacity to 3.15 Gigawatts

Enowa has commissioned the Bulk Supply Point South substation at Oxagon, increasing available electricity capacity to 3.15 gigawatts to support expanding industrial operations and tenant demand.

Saudi Arabia's PIF Advances 2026-2030 Investment Strategy to Expand Non-Oil Economy

The Public Investment Fund is implementing its 2026-2030 strategic framework, focusing on domestic economic ecosystems, strategic asset value and sustainable contributions to the non-oil economy.

Saudi Arabia Advances Artificial Intelligence Strategy During 2026 Year of AI

Saudi government agencies are accelerating artificial intelligence adoption, digital infrastructure investment and public awareness programs as the Kingdom promotes 2026 as its designated Year of Artificial Intelligence.

Saudi Arabia's Tourism Sector Reaches 14.1% of GDP, World Travel and Tourism Council Says

Travel and tourism contributed 14.1% of Saudi Arabia's gross domestic product, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council, highlighting the sector's growing role in the Kingdom's economic diversification.

Saudi Arabia's Industrial Production Rebounds 4.3% in June

Saudi Arabia's Industrial Production Index rose 4.3% month on month in June, supported by stronger non-oil manufacturing activity and investment in targeted industrial zones.

Saudi Arabia Strengthens Red Sea Maritime Security Cooperation With Multinational Defence Frameworks

Saudi defence authorities are expanding joint patrol coordination and maritime security cooperation across the Red Sea to protect commercial shipping lanes and international trade routes from regional disruptions.

Saudi Intelligence Chief Visits Baghdad for Regional Security Talks

Saudi General Intelligence Directorate chief Khalid Al-Humaidan visited Baghdad for talks with senior Iraqi officials on bilateral security coordination and regional threats, with the discussions helping encourage regional groups to post...

Saudi Arabia Uses Omani Mediation to Contain Renewed Houthi Tensions

Saudi Arabia is pursuing diplomatic channels through Oman to contain renewed tensions with Yemen-based Houthi militants and protect critical Red Sea export terminals while maintaining military deterrence options.

Saudi Aramco Reports $67.2 Billion First-Half Adjusted Net Income as Major Energy Projects Advance

Saudi Aramco reported adjusted net income of $67.2 billion for the first half of the year while continuing work on the Zuluf crude oil expansion and Fadhili Gas Plant expansion.

S&P Forecasts Saudi Arabia to Post Fastest Economic Growth in the Gulf in 2026

S&P expects Saudi Arabia's economy to grow 2.6% in 2026, the strongest growth rate among Gulf Cooperation Council states, supported by financial reserves and resilient non-oil sectors.

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Direct Investment Stock Reaches 1.12 Trillion Riyals

Foreign direct investment stock in Saudi Arabia rose 12% year on year to 1.1228 trillion riyals at the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to Saudi Central Bank data, reflecting continued investment linked to Vision 2030 diversif...

Saudi Aramco Delays Jazan Refinery Restart to August 30 After Fire and Infrastructure Damage

Saudi Aramco has postponed the restart of its 400,000-barrel-per-day Jazan refinery to August 30 as repair work continues following a fire and infrastructure disruption, affecting regional fuel markets and domestic processing schedules.

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan Sign Joint Defence Pact to Strengthen Regional Security

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, establishing a collective deterrence framework under which an armed attack on one signatory would be treated as an attack on all three countries.

Riyadh Season Unveils International Sports, Entertainment and Cultural Events

Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority has announced a program of international exhibitions, boxing matches and musical performances for the upcoming Riyadh Season, adding to the capital’s growing global entertainment profile.

Saudi Central Bank Tightens Cybersecurity Requirements for Commercial Banks

The Saudi Central Bank has ordered licensed banks to upgrade their technology systems and conduct comprehensive security audits to strengthen the resilience of national financial networks against digital and cross-border cyber threats.

Diriyah Gate Expands Luxury Hospitality Development With International Hotel Brands

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority has signed agreements with international luxury hotel operators to develop new heritage-focused hospitality projects near Riyadh, supporting the expansion of Saudi Arabia’s cultural tourism sector.

Saudi Arabia Advances Green Hydrogen Projects With International Energy Partners

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy has held talks with international renewable-energy developers on green hydrogen projects in Tabuk and along the Red Sea corridor, as the Kingdom pursues its net-zero ambitions while seeking to maintain s...

Neom Reports Progress on The Line and Oxagon Infrastructure Projects

Neom executives have released updated engineering timelines showing progress on marine foundation works at Oxagon and underground infrastructure modules for The Line, indicating continued construction activity across the Kingdom’s major ...

Saudi Arabia Reports Strong Non-Oil Growth as Tourism and Logistics Expand

The General Authority for Statistics says non-oil economic activity is continuing to grow strongly in Riyadh and Jeddah, supported by rising international visitor numbers, expanding aviation capacity and increased private-sector investment.

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