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The annual shrimp season has opened in Jazan, bringing new catches to local markets and providing a seasonal boost to fishermen and the coastal economy.

Saudi Commerce Ministry Refers 239 Suspected Commercial Cover-Up Cases to Prosecutors

The Ministry of Commerce carried out more than 20,000 inspections in August and referred 239 suspected cases of illegal commercial cover-up practices to public prosecutors.

Riyadh Issues 20 Million Riyals in Fines for Construction Pollution

Municipal authorities in Riyadh imposed 20 million Saudi riyals in penalties on developers and contractors during an environmental enforcement campaign targeting excessive construction dust.

Saudi Data Authority and Zakat Agency Launch AI Workforce Training Partnership

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority have agreed to develop training programs in data analytics and machine learning for government employees.

Saudi Red Crescent Partners With Oracle on Cloud and AI Emergency Systems

The Saudi Red Crescent Authority has signed an agreement with Oracle to integrate cloud computing and artificial intelligence into emergency dispatch operations, with the goal of reducing response times and improving care coordination.

Tawakkalna Platform Reaches More Than 13 Million Monthly Active Users

Saudi officials said the national Tawakkalna digital platform now has more than 13 million active monthly users and processes an average of four billion transactions, highlighting the scale of the kingdom’s e-government services.

Saudi Aramco Signs Long-Term Supply Deals With France’s Vallourec

Saudi Aramco has awarded new contracts to French manufacturer Vallourec for premium tubular products and drilling materials, strengthening long-term supply arrangements for the kingdom’s energy sector.

Saudi Aramco Raises September Propane and Butane Prices

Saudi Aramco increased its September 2026 contract price for propane by $5 to $625 a tonne and for butane by $20 to $660 a tonne, setting higher benchmarks for international LPG and petrochemical markets.

Saudi Justice Ministry Partners With Humain to Deploy AI Across Judicial Services

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Justice has signed an agreement with Humain to introduce artificial intelligence into legal administration, with the aim of accelerating case processing and improving public access to judicial services.

Construction Begins on Data Centre at Neom’s Oxagon

Contractors have started work on a new data centre within Oxagon, the industrial and logistics hub of the Neom project, advancing the development’s digital infrastructure and connectivity plans.

Humain and DataVolt Plan Major Red Sea Data Centre

Saudi artificial intelligence company Humain and infrastructure provider DataVolt have agreed to build an energy-efficient data centre on the Red Sea coast aimed at meeting rising demand for sovereign cloud and machine-learning capacity.

LEAP 2026 Opens in Riyadh With Major AI and Autonomous Transport Projects

Saudi Arabia’s LEAP technology conference has opened in Riyadh with new digital infrastructure projects, partnerships involving national AI company Humain and the regional debut of autonomous transport trucks.

Saudi PIF Reportedly Prepares to End LIV Golf Funding After 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is reportedly preparing to stop financing LIV Golf beyond the 2026 season, with staff reductions already under way as the breakaway circuit considers restructuring options including Chapter 11 bankru...

Gulf Airspace Disruptions Force Airlines to Reroute Flights After US-Iran Strikes

Airlines across the Middle East are changing schedules and rerouting services after renewed military strikes involving the United States and Iran disrupted major Gulf aviation corridors.

Saudi and Egyptian Leaders Coordinate Efforts to Ease Regional Tensions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi discussed joint efforts to reduce Middle East tensions, warning that continued instability threatens energy security, maritime trade and global supply cha...

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Hold First Joint Defense Committee Meeting

Senior military and diplomatic officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan met in Istanbul for the inaugural committee session under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, advancing plans for closer military coordination and shared dete...

Saudi Arabia Enters Meteorological Autumn With Gradually Cooler Conditions

Meteorological autumn has begun across the Kingdom, with temperatures expected to moderate gradually through November as seasonal weather patterns shift.

Saudi Toyota Time Attack Returns to Jeddah Corniche Circuit

The second round of the Saudi Toyota Championship Time Attack will take place at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit as the Kingdom continues expanding its calendar of professional motorsport events.

Saudi Pro League Riyadh Derby Moved to King Fahd Sports City

The Ministry of Sports moved the Al-Nassr versus Al-Hilal fixture to King Fahd Sports City Stadium as preparations continue for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

Saudi Culture Authorities Launch New Heritage and Contemporary Art Programmes

The Ministry of Culture and Diriyah Gate Development Authority announced exhibitions and preservation projects combining Saudi heritage with contemporary art ahead of the winter tourism season.

KAUST Researchers Report Advances in Quantum Computing and Advanced Materials

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology published new work in quantum-enabled materials science as Saudi Arabia expands investment in advanced research and technology.

Saudi Humanitarian Aid Projects Reach 113 Countries

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center said Saudi-backed programmes now total 4,457 projects worth $8.57 billion across 113 countries.

Saudi Food and Drug Authority Tightens Controls on Agricultural Imports

The regulator has introduced automated inspection systems at major ports to speed customs processing while enforcing food safety and health requirements.

Saudi Aramco Trading Expands International Petrochemical Operations

Aramco Trading Company is increasing global distribution of refined products and petrochemical feedstocks through expanded logistics networks and long-term supply agreements.

Saudi Arabia Expands Water and Desalination Infrastructure

The National Water Company reported progress on major projects to strengthen municipal water supplies and wastewater treatment capacity in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province.

Neom and Red Sea Global Advance Renewable Energy and Tourism Projects

Developers are expanding clean-energy infrastructure and luxury resort construction as Saudi Arabia pushes ahead with lower-impact tourism projects under Vision 2030.

Saudi Giga-Projects Move Further Into Construction and Operations

Major developments including Neom, Red Sea Global and Qiddiya are progressing from planning into more advanced execution and operational phases as Saudi Arabia continues its Vision 2030 investment programme.

Technip Energies Signs Project Management and Engineering Deals With Saudi Aramco

Technip Energies finalised consultancy and brownfield engineering, procurement and construction agreements with Saudi Aramco to support hydrocarbon production and processing projects in the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia and Regional Partners Step Up Red Sea Maritime Security Coordination

Saudi defence authorities are holding consultations with regional partners aimed at protecting major shipping routes across the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf amid continuing maritime risks.

Saudi Aramco Raises September LPG Prices

Saudi Aramco increased its September propane price by $5 to $625 a tonne and butane by $20 to $660 a tonne as international energy markets tightened.

Saudi Non-Oil Economy Grows 0.6% in Second Quarter

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics said non-oil activities expanded 0.6% from a year earlier in the second quarter, helping offset the impact of adjustments in oil production.

Saudi Banking Assets Rise to 5.75 Trillion Riyals

The Saudi Central Bank said total banking-sector assets reached 5.75 trillion riyals, supported by strong liquidity and continued credit growth across the non-oil economy.

AMD, Cisco and AWS Expand AI Infrastructure Investment in Saudi Arabia

Major technology companies announced new cloud, data-centre and computing projects in Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom accelerates development of domestic artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Saudi Finance Minister and Central Bank Governor Highlight Low Inflation and Record-Low Unemployment

Saudi officials told a G20 meeting that inflation averaged 1.8% while overall unemployment fell to a record 3.1% in the first half of the year, underscoring continued macroeconomic resilience.

Saudi Cabinet Backs Makkah Joint Defense Agreement Secretariat

The Saudi cabinet, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, welcomed plans by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan to establish a general secretariat for the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement in the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Private Sector Growth Hits Six-Month High

The Riyad Bank Purchasing Managers Index rose to 53.8 in August as domestic demand strengthened and business activity reached a seven-month high despite continued pressure on exports.

Saudi Arabia Prepares International Forum for World Law Day

The Prince Saud Al Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies in Riyadh is preparing a forum bringing together legal experts, academics and officials to discuss international law and regional dispute resolution.

Arab News Agencies Coordinate Regional Strategy on AI and Misinformation

Members of the Federation of Arab News Agencies met in Amman to discuss the use of artificial intelligence in journalism and measures to counter the spread of digital misinformation across the region.

Steer Studios Calls for Greater Local Talent Development in Saudi Gaming Industry

Steer Studios Chief Executive Yannick Theler urged international investors to prioritise Saudi skills development and adapt global business models to local cultural conditions as the Kingdom expands its video-game sector.

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