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Saudi Arabia Issues New Mining Licences to Expand Industrial and Resource Development

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has awarded new mining licences to domestic and international companies. The move is part of a broader strategy to develop the Kingdom’s mineral resources and build integrated industrial supply chains.
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Saudi Arabia Expands Global Water Security Partnerships and Desalination Technology Deployment

Saudi Arabia has signed new international partnerships focused on water sustainability, desalination technology and energy-efficient resource management. The agreements aim to s...

Saudi Rail Network Expansion Advances to New Operational Phases

The Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services has launched new phases of national rail expansion aimed at connecting industrial cities with logistics hubs. The upgrades are in...

Saudi Housing Programme Reports Continued Rise in Homeownership Rates

Saudi Arabia’s national housing programme says homeownership rates continue to rise due to mortgage support schemes and government-backed development projects. The initiative re...

Saudi Mining Sector Accelerates Development of New Central Province Projects

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources reports faster development of mining exploration and processing projects across central provinces. The expansion is aimed at incre...

Saudi Arabia Expands Diplomatic and Trade Missions Across Asia and Latin America

Saudi Arabia has opened new trade and cultural missions in several emerging markets across Asia and Latin America. The expansion reflects efforts to diversify international part...

Saudi Education Ministry Aligns Vocational Training With Industrial Workforce Needs

The Ministry of Education has introduced new partnerships between vocational training centres and industry players to better align skills development with labour market demand. ...

Saudi Health Council Unveils Healthcare Modernisation and Expansion Plan

Saudi Arabia’s Health Council has approved a broad plan to modernise regional hospitals and expand specialist medical research centres in Abha and Medina. The strategy aims to i...

Saudi Ports Report Record Cargo Throughput Driven by Logistics Modernisation

The Saudi Ports Authority says cargo volumes have reached record levels at Dammam and Jeddah, supported by automated logistics systems and upgraded infrastructure. The improveme...

Saudi Entertainment Authority Expands Global Sports and Cultural Events Calendar

The General Entertainment Authority has unveiled an expanded schedule of international sports, concerts and cultural events across Saudi Arabia. The programme is designed to str...

Saudi Arabia Records Rising Female Workforce Participation Across Private Sector

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development reports continued growth in female participation in the workforce, with levels reaching record highs. Officials say the in...

Saudi Data and AI Authority Launches National Program to Train Artificial Intelligence Talent

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has launched a national initiative to develop AI expertise through advanced training programs and academic partnerships. The...

NEOM Reports Construction Progress on The Line and Trojena Mega Projects

NEOM project leaders say construction on The Line and the Trojena mountain resort is progressing ahead of schedule, with key infrastructure already operational. The update highl...
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