Saudi Arabia News

Jeddah Nuclear Olympiad Highlights Saudi Arabia’s Investment in Science Education

Young students competed in the annual Nuclear Olympiad in Jeddah as Saudi Arabia promotes advanced scientific education and technical skills among the next generation.

Saudi Data and AI Authority Opens Registration for National Artificial Intelligence Certification Program

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority launched professional AI certification badges aimed at improving digital skills among workers across government and private sector organizations.

Red Sea Global Resorts Receive First International Dark Sky Certification

Two luxury tourism projects developed by Red Sea Global earned international recognition for protecting natural night skies through environmental design and responsible lighting practices.

Riyadh Air to Launch Daily Flights Between Riyadh and Manila in September

Saudi Arabia’s new national airline confirmed plans to begin daily services between King Khalid International Airport and Manila as part of efforts to expand global connectivity and support tourism growth.

Saudi Cabinet Reaffirms Dialogue and De-Escalation as Middle East Tensions Continue

The Saudi Council of Ministers said regional dialogue remains essential to reducing conflict risks and protecting international trade and energy routes.

Saudi Aramco Reports Thirty-Two Point Six Nine Billion Dollar Quarterly Profit as Energy Prices Rise

Saudi Aramco posted a forty-four percent increase in second-quarter net profit as higher crude prices boosted earnings, while Chief Executive Amin Nasser warned that the wider conflict has removed more than two point six billion barrels ...

Saudi Arabia Completes Fifty-Five Billion Dollar Acquisition of Electronic Arts in Record Leveraged Buyout

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund completed the purchase of American video game publisher Electronic Arts with Affinity Partners, taking the company private in a record leveraged buyout as Riyadh expands its gaming sector under Visio...

AI Is Remaking the US Economy, From GDP Growth to iPhone Prices

The race to build data centres and buy advanced chips is lifting investment, construction and stock values, while increasing debt, import demand and pressure on technology supply chains.

Saudi Arabia Authorizes Global Financial Firms to Expand Regional Operations From Riyadh

The government has approved measures allowing international financial institutions with Saudi regional headquarters to increase their approved cross-border activities, supporting Riyadh’s ambition to become a major Middle Eastern banking...

Spinneys Raises Saudi Ownership Stake to Seventy Percent as Retail Market Expands

Premium supermarket chain Spinneys has increased its ownership stake in its Saudi operations, aiming to expand across the Kingdom as consumer spending continues to grow.

International Monetary Fund Highlights Saudi Economic Resilience and Diversification Progress

Saudi Arabia welcomed the IMF’s latest assessment, which highlighted progress in economic diversification, institutional development, and Vision 2030 reforms.

Saudi Government Allows Licensed Regional Headquarters to Conduct Cross-Border Financial Activities

Saudi Arabia has approved new rules allowing financial institutions with licensed regional headquarters in the Kingdom to conduct approved cross-border transactions, strengthening Riyadh’s position as a regional finance center.

Red Sea Global Resorts Receive Environmental Certification for Sustainable Tourism Development

Two luxury hospitality projects on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast have received DarkSky certification, supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to promote environmentally focused tourism destinations.

Riyadh Air Expands Saudi Aviation Network With Asian Market Entry

The Kingdom’s new airline is preparing for international growth as it begins launching routes aimed at strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a global aviation hub.

Saudi Arabia Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on Indian Iron Pipe Imports

The government has introduced final anti-dumping tariffs on certain iron pipe imports from India to support domestic manufacturing and protect local industrial supply chains.

Saudi Arabia Approves New International Aviation, Space, and Investment Agreements

The Saudi Cabinet has ratified agreements with Spain, Turkey, and Kazakhstan covering civil aviation, space cooperation, and investment protection as Riyadh expands international partnerships.

Saudi Arabia Reforms Regional Councils to Support Vision 2030 Development Goals

King Salman has issued a royal decree appointing new members to the Kingdom’s thirteen regional councils for a four-year term focused on local economic development and administrative modernization.

Saudi Arabia Prepares to Host First Esports Nations Cup in Riyadh

The Kingdom is set to host the inaugural Esports Nations Cup as Saudi Arabia continues expanding its role in global competitive gaming and esports investment.

Riyadh Air Launches Manila Route as Saudi Aviation Expansion Accelerates

Saudi Arabia’s new national airline has opened ticket sales for daily flights to Manila beginning in September, marking a key step in its plan to expand international connections and attract more visitors to the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia Advances Five Billion Dollar Asir-Jizan Highway Infrastructure Project

Three international engineering groups have submitted bids for a major highway network connecting the Asir and Jizan regions, representing one of the largest transport projects currently planned outside Saudi Arabia’s main giga-project a...

OPEC Plus Extends Gradual Oil Production Increases for Sixth Consecutive Month

The OPEC Plus alliance agreed to continue gradually increasing oil output as producers attempt to balance global demand, elevated prices, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty affecting energy markets.

Saudi Arabia and Turkey Strengthen Security Cooperation Amid Red Sea Maritime Risks

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held talks focused on regional stability and protecting international shipping routes as security concerns increase across the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Gaza Disarmament Agreement as Step Toward Wider Peace Process

The Saudi Cabinet expressed support for a newly announced Gaza disarmament agreement, saying it could help advance a broader political process and support Palestinian self-determination.

Saudi Arabia Approves Major Real Estate Development Plan for Abha’s AlWadi Project

Ardara Company and Sumou Holding are investing more than four billion Saudi riyals in a mixed-use development in the Asir region, including residential and hospitality projects supported by a new regulated real estate investment fund.

Saudi Aramco Expands Jafurah and Fadhili Gas Projects to Support Industrial Growth

Saudi Aramco is continuing major investments in natural gas infrastructure, targeting production of two billion cubic feet per day from the Jafurah field by the end of the decade to support domestic energy demand and industrial development.

Saudi Cabinet Approves New Housing Framework to Increase Private Sector Real Estate Investment

The Council of Ministers has approved a framework allowing private investors to develop housing projects for national programs in exchange for partial land ownership, aiming to accelerate construction and expand housing supply.

Saudi Arabia Opens Designated Real Estate Zones to Foreign Property Buyers Under New Law

The Kingdom has introduced a new property ownership law allowing international investors to purchase real estate in approved areas for the first time, as Riyadh seeks to attract more foreign investment and support Vision 2030 development...

Saudi Economy Contracts Four Point Eight Percent in Second Quarter as Oil Cuts Weigh on Growth

Saudi Arabia’s economy shrank in the second quarter as a sharp decline in oil activity following voluntary production cuts outweighed continued expansion in non-oil sectors, which grew by zero point six percent.

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund Completes Fifty-Five Billion Dollar Acquisition of Electronic Arts

A consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, together with Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, has completed the buyout of the American video game publisher Electronic Arts, taking the company private in one of the largest de...

Saudi Aramco Reports Thirty-Three Billion Dollar Second-Quarter Profit as Oil Exports Avoid Red Sea Disruptions

Saudi Aramco posted second-quarter net income of thirty-three point four billion dollars, supported by higher crude prices and the company’s ability to reroute exports through Yanbu and the Suez-Mediterranean pipeline amid regional shipp...

A SpaceX Rocket Is About to Crash Into the Moon — and Scientists Hope to Watch

A discarded Falcon 9 stage is expected to hit the lunar surface on Wednesday at more than 5,400 miles per hour, creating a fresh crater and a plume of dust that may be visible through telescopes.

Saudi Entertainment Authority Announces New Autumn Festival Season Across Riyadh, Jeddah, and AlUla

Upcoming cultural events, concerts, and heritage programs are being planned to support tourism and domestic leisure activity across the Kingdom.

Saudi Green Initiative Reports Progress in Reforestation and Carbon Capture Programs

Environmental authorities reported advances in tree planting, desert restoration, and carbon reduction projects aimed at supporting national climate targets.

Saudi Tourism Authorities Expand Luxury Hospitality Projects Along Red Sea Coast and Heritage Sites

Tourism developers are increasing resort capacity and improving aviation connections as Saudi Arabia continues attracting international visitors under long-term tourism plans.

Saudi Arabia Strengthens Cybersecurity Defences With Artificial Intelligence-Based Protection Systems

National cybersecurity authorities are deploying advanced threat detection technologies across critical infrastructure, energy facilities, and government networks.

Saudi Arabia Accelerates Water Infrastructure Expansion Through Desalination and Storage Projects

The National Water Company is advancing desalination facilities and strategic storage networks to strengthen long-term water supplies in growing urban regions.

Saudi Education System Introduces Coding and Artificial Intelligence Training Under Vision Two Thousand and Thirty

Schools and educational institutions are expanding digital skills programs, including technology training and AI literacy courses designed to prepare students for future industries.

Saudi Arabia Advances Space Partnerships for Satellite and Earth Observation Programs

The Saudi Space Agency is developing international cooperation agreements focused on satellite technology, environmental monitoring, water resources, and urban development analysis.

Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Healthcare Services With Artificial Intelligence and Telemedicine Programs

Health authorities are introducing AI-supported diagnostic tools and wider digital healthcare platforms across public hospitals to improve access and operational efficiency.

Saudi Arabia Tightens Rules on Gulf-Registered Vehicles With Ninety-Day Annual Stay Limit

The Zakat Tax and Customs Authority confirmed that Gulf-registered vehicles will face a maximum ninety-day annual stay period in Saudi Arabia starting August twenty-sixth, two thousand twenty-six.

Saudi Industrial Cities Attract More Foreign Investment in Advanced Manufacturing Projects

Industrial authorities reported increased international investment commitments in specialised economic zones across Riyadh and the Eastern Province as global manufacturers expand production capacity.

Saudi Arabia Expands Rail and Logistics Networks to Improve Domestic Freight Movement

Transport authorities are advancing freight corridor projects connecting major industrial centres including Jubail, Yanbu, and Riyadh to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce transport emissions.

Saudi Central Bank Maintains Banking Stability Through Liquidity Measures and Credit Oversight

Financial regulators continued monitoring commercial banks and maintaining liquidity safeguards to support stable lending, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses.

Saudi Arabia Advances Artificial Intelligence Partnerships Across Technology and Industrial Sectors

The Public Investment Fund and national technology initiatives are expanding artificial intelligence infrastructure, including data centres, cloud systems, and Arabic-language AI models.

Riyadh Hosts Esports World Cup as Saudi Arabia Expands Role in Global Gaming Industry

The Esports World Cup at Riyadh Boulevard City attracted international teams and spectators through a series of tournaments, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position in competitive gaming and digital entertainment.

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