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Saudi Arabia Reports Record Foreign Direct Investment as Multinationals Shift Regional Headquarters to Riyadh

The Ministry of Investment said foreign direct investment inflows reached record levels in the first half of the year, driven by the relocation of hundreds of multinational regional headquarters to Riyadh under government procurement rules.
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Saudi Housing Minister Leads Infrastructure and Smart City Mission to China

Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail traveled to Beijing to launch the Saudi-Chinese Contractors Forum, seeking partnerships in urban development, infrastructu...

King Salman Relief Center Expands Food Security Operations in Mali

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center increased humanitarian assistance in Mali's Segou Region, distributing food supplies and medical aid to vulnerable communities...

Saudi Arabia Showcases Contemporary Artists at Venice Biennale

The Ministry of Culture presented a major exhibition of contemporary Saudi artists at the Venice Biennale, expanding the Kingdom's cultural outreach and international artistic p...

Saudi Municipalities Open Public Viewing Zones for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing launched large public viewing areas across the Kingdom, allowing fans to gather and watch matches from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Saudi Pro League Expands International Broadcast Reach Across Asia and South America

The Saudi Pro League signed a multi-year broadcasting agreement that will increase the availability of its matches across key markets in Asia and South America, building on risi...

Riyadh Completes Preparations for Inaugural Esports World Cup

The Saudi Esports Federation said competition venues, broadcasting infrastructure and hospitality facilities are fully operational ahead of the inaugural Esports World Cup in Ri...

Saudi AI Startup Secures Record Funding Round Led by Sanabil Investments

A Riyadh-based artificial intelligence company focused on Arabic natural language processing raised a record Series B investment round backed by Sanabil Investments, underscorin...

Saudi Desalination Authority Opens High-Efficiency Red Sea Facility

The Saline Water Conversion Corporation commissioned a new reverse-osmosis desalination plant on the Red Sea coast, strengthening water supplies for expanding developments while...

Diriyah Signs Five Luxury Hotel Agreements to Expand Cultural Tourism Capacity

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority reached agreements with five international hospitality operators, increasing premium accommodation around the historic At-Turaif district ...

Saudi Tourism Minister Calls for Greater International Cooperation at UN Gathering in Spain

Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb urged countries attending the United Nations Tourism Executive Council meeting in Toledo to adopt the Riyadh Declaration framework and signed n...

Saudi Arabia Suspends Pallet Requirements for Container Imports to Ease Logistics Costs

The Saudi Ports Authority removed mandatory palletization requirements for containerized cargo, a move intended to streamline supply chains and reduce operational costs for impo...

Saudi Exchange Launches New Derivatives Products to Attract Global Investors

Tadawul introduced additional equity derivatives and enhanced short-selling mechanisms designed to improve market liquidity and encourage greater participation from internationa...
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