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Saudi Arabia Raises Saudization Target for Private-Sector Project Management Roles

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has set a 70 percent Saudization requirement for private-sector project management positions from February 14, 2027, as part of efforts to support Vision 2030 workforce localization.

Saudi Arabia Advances Renewable and Nuclear Energy Plans to Meet Rising Power Demand

Saudi Arabia is pursuing renewable energy tenders alongside civil nuclear projects to meet growing domestic electricity demand while preserving more crude oil for international exports, according to energy market analysis.

Saudi Aramco and Ma’aden Expand Exploration for Copper and Critical Minerals

Saudi Aramco and Saudi Arabian Mining Company are advancing exploration across a 182,000-square-kilometre transition zone in the Arabian Shield, with copper and other critical minerals among the priorities.

Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh Reaffirm Trade, Investment and Workforce Cooperation

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir discussed stronger bilateral trade, investment and expatriate workforce ties during talks in Jeddah.

Saudi Arabia’s Homeownership Rate Reaches 66.24 Percent in 2025

Homeownership in Saudi Arabia exceeded annual targets to reach 66.24 percent in 2025, with new property ownership rules for non-Saudis also broadening access to the Kingdom’s real estate market.

Saudi Aramco Signs More Than $3.7 Billion in Agreements With French Companies

Saudi Aramco finalized agreements and memorandums with French partners covering procurement, drilling equipment, oil country tubular goods and industrial artificial intelligence during the French-Saudi Investment Roundtable in Paris.

Saudi Foreign Minister Calls for OIC Reform and Condemns Israeli Settlement Moves

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan urged comprehensive institutional reforms at an extraordinary Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting in Jeddah and condemned recent Israeli settlement announcements and incursions into...

Saudi Leaders Send Independence Day Congratulations to Moldova

King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent formal messages of congratulations to Moldova’s president on the country’s Independence Day.

Qassim Opens New Commercial Boulevards and Logistics Parks to Support Regional Growth

Authorities in Qassim have inaugurated upgraded commercial and industrial infrastructure intended to strengthen retail activity, improve agricultural supply chains and attract private investment to central Saudi Arabia.

AlUla Expands Heritage and Tourism Partnerships With French Cultural Institutions

Authorities in AlUla are advancing sustainable tourism infrastructure and preservation of historic sites through long-term cooperation with French heritage specialists and international cultural institutions.

Saudi Arabia Begins Global Hajj Preparations With More Than 70 National Delegations

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has begun formal planning meetings with official delegations from more than seventy countries, focusing on operational readiness, digital coordination and pilgrim services for the next Hajj season.

World Bank Group Expands Financing Support for Saudi Vision 2030 Projects

The International Finance Corporation and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency are strengthening multi-billion-dollar financing and credit-enhancement frameworks for sustainable infrastructure and industrial projects linked to Saudi ...

Saudi Arabia’s Data Center Capacity Surpasses 460 Megawatts as AI Demand Grows

Saudi Arabia’s data center capacity has exceeded four hundred sixty-three megawatts as cloud computing adoption and enterprise artificial intelligence workloads drive continued expansion of the Kingdom’s digital infrastructure.

Riyadh Prime Office Occupancy Reaches 97 Percent as Regional Headquarters Expand

Prime office occupancy in Riyadh reached ninety-seven percent in the second quarter as multinational companies expanded their presence under the Regional Headquarters program, pushing registrations beyond initial government targets.

Saudi Technology Minister to Outline AI and Digital Plans at August 30 Briefing

Communications and Information Technology Minister Abdullah Alswaha will hold a government press conference on August thirtieth to outline national digital developments, artificial intelligence initiatives and preparations for the upcomi...

Saudi Arabia Issues Red Weather Alerts as Severe Storms Hit Western Regions

The National Center for Meteorology issued emergency red alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible flash floods in Taif, Makkah and nearby southern highlands, while temperatures in Madinah approached forty-seven degrees Celsius.

Saudi PIF Ends Primary LIV Golf Funding as League Prepares for New Private Investors

The Public Investment Fund has concluded its primary financial commitment to LIV Golf following the 2026 season, with the league now restructuring its operations and finalizing arrangements with new private investors.

Saudi Aramco and Maaden Form Venture to Explore Critical Minerals Across Saudi Arabia

Saudi Aramco and the Saudi Arabian Mining Company have established a joint venture to explore copper and other critical minerals across one hundred eighty-two thousand square kilometers, using subsurface mapping and artificial intelligen...

Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Palestinian Statehood as Condition for Israel Normalization

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry has reiterated that formal diplomatic normalization with Israel remains conditional on recognition and establishment of an independent Palestinian state.

Saudi Arabia’s PIF Targets $170 Billion in European Investments by 2030

The Public Investment Fund plans to deploy up to one hundred seventy billion dollars across Europe by the end of the decade and is preparing to establish a new subsidiary office in Paris as part of its international investment expansion.

Saudi Aramco Signs $3.7 Billion in Agreements With French Industrial Firms

Saudi Aramco signed more than three billion seven hundred million dollars of procurement and technology agreements with French companies at the French-Saudi Investment Roundtable in Paris, covering supply chains, drilling equipment and i...

Riyadh Launches Digital Innovation District to Become a Top Global Technology Hub

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has launched the Riyadh Digital Innovation District, aiming to expand venture activity, deep-tech research and digital businesses as Saudi Arabia seeks to place the capital among the world’s ten leadi...

Cristiano Ronaldo Scores as Al Nassr Opens Saudi Pro League Season With 4-0 Win

Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Al Nassr began the new Saudi Pro League season with a four-nil victory over Al Riyadh, giving the Riyadh club a strong opening to the domestic campaign.

Severe Flash Floods Trigger Red Weather Alerts Across Saudi Arabia

Heavy rainfall and flash flooding have disrupted daily activity across several Saudi regions, prompting the National Center of Meteorology to issue red alerts and authorities to deploy emergency response teams.

United Nations Recognises Saudi Arabia’s Environmental Restoration Efforts

Saudi Arabia has received United Nations recognition for environmental initiatives including coastal mangrove restoration and ecological conservation under the Saudi Green Initiative.

Team Falcons Win Inaugural Esports World Cup in Riyadh

Saudi esports organisation Team Falcons has won the inaugural Esports World Cup in Riyadh, closing the international tournament with the home team at the top of the overall standings.

Diriyah Project Accelerates Luxury Hotel and Cultural Development in Riyadh

The Diriyah Company is advancing construction of high-end hotels and cultural attractions in the historic Riyadh district as Saudi Arabia expands its tourism infrastructure and international visitor offering.

Qiddiya Awards Major Contract for Riyadh-Area Speed Park

Qiddiya Investment Company has awarded construction packages for a major motorsport venue and related hospitality facilities, advancing development of the Public Investment Fund-backed entertainment destination near Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia Nominates Hanan Balkhy to Lead the World Health Organization

Saudi Arabia has nominated Hanan Balkhy, a Saudi medical scientist and current regional director, to become the next head of the World Health Organization during its upcoming leadership transition.

Saudi Industrial Fintech Funding Jumps 130 Percent in First Half

Funding for industrial financial-technology startups in Saudi Arabia exceeded 500 million riyals in the first half of the year, marking a 130 percent increase as digital tools spread across industrial supply chains.

BNP Paribas Receives Approval for Regional Headquarters in Riyadh

French banking group BNP Paribas has established its Middle East headquarters in Riyadh after receiving the required licence, adding another major international financial institution to the Saudi capital.

Saudi Arabia Supports Integration of Syrian Democratic Forces Into Syrian Military

The Saudi Foreign Ministry has backed the incorporation of Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into Syria’s military institutions as part of efforts to promote a unified security structure after years of conflict.

Riyadh Air and Saudia Launch Domestic Codeshare Partnership

Riyadh Air and Saudi Arabia’s established national carrier Saudia have integrated their booking systems to provide domestic connections for international passengers travelling through Riyadh ahead of Riyadh Air’s wider international roll...

Jeddah Port Expansion Gains $434 Million Investment From Red Sea Gateway and CMA CGM

Red Sea Gateway Terminal and French shipping company CMA CGM will invest $434 million to expand infrastructure and capacity at Jeddah Islamic Port, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s western coast as a major trade gateway.

Saudi Data Centre Investment Surpasses 56 Billion Riyals as AI Demand Grows

Saudi Arabia’s data-processing capacity has increased sevenfold over five years as government and private investment expands digital infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence and cloud computing.

Saudi Trade Surplus Jumps 53 Percent as Non-Oil Exports Strengthen

Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus rose to 155 billion riyals in the first half of the year, with stronger industrial exports supporting the Kingdom’s effort to diversify beyond crude oil.

Saudi Arabia Awards More Than $1 Billion in Battery Storage Projects

The Saudi Power Procurement Company has awarded build-own-operate contracts for 2,000 megawatts of battery storage across four grid projects, with consortiums led by ACWA Power and ENGIE.

Saudi Aramco and Maaden Join Forces to Explore Saudi Arabia’s Critical Minerals

Saudi Aramco and mining company Maaden will explore almost ten percent of Saudi Arabia’s territory for copper and other transition minerals, using artificial intelligence to assess geological resources estimated at $2.5 trillion.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Sign Trilateral Defence Pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have formalised a defence agreement covering military cooperation, intelligence sharing and maritime security as regional tensions persist around the Red Sea and Gulf.

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund Secures $24.5 Billion in International Financing

The Public Investment Fund has finalised credit frameworks with the U.S. Export-Import Bank and international development agencies to provide capital for portfolio companies involved in technology, infrastructure and future-mobility proj...

Saudi Aramco Signs $3.7 Billion in French Industrial and Technology Agreements

Saudi Aramco has secured major procurement and technology deals with French companies covering drilling equipment, supply-chain resilience, industrial artificial intelligence and digital-twin technologies as Saudi Arabia seeks to expand ...

HUMAIN Signs Major Artificial Intelligence Partnerships With Microsoft and Mistral

Saudi Arabia’s state-backed artificial intelligence company HUMAIN has signed infrastructure and model-development agreements with France’s Mistral and integrated Arabic-language capabilities into Microsoft’s global technology ecosystem.

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Diplomatic Efforts to Reduce Regional Tensions

The Foreign Ministry has expressed support for international diplomatic initiatives aimed at de-escalating conflicts, strengthening multilateral dialogue and pursuing sustainable political solutions across the Middle East.

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