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Saudi Arabia Reports Nearly Thirty Percent Increase in International Visitors in First Half of 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism says international arrivals rose by nearly thirty percent compared with the same period in 2025, supported by stronger air connectivity, easier electronic visa procedures, and global promotion of destinations including AlUla, Jeddah, and Riyadh.

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