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Saudi Arabia Reports Record International Visitor Numbers in First Half of the Year

The Ministry of Tourism said more than 20 million international visitors entered the Kingdom during the first six months of the year, reflecting the impact of tourism marketing campaigns and visa reforms.
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Saudi Arabia Expands International Cooperation on Food Security and Water Innovation

The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture has announced new partnerships focused on sustainable agriculture, desalination technologies, and water management to strengt...

Saudi Arabia Updates Industrial Strategy to Prioritize Manufacturing Competitiveness and Logistics Growth

The National Industrial Development and Logistics Program has revised its investment priorities, focusing on manufacturing efficiency, energy use, and logistics-led diversificat...

Saudi Arabia Hosts Global Forum on Carbon Capture and Sustainability Technologies

Saudi and international experts have concluded a research forum focused on advancing carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies as part of long-term climate and susta...

Saudi Arabia Upgrades AI-Powered Public Safety Systems for Emergency Response

The Ministry of Interior has introduced new technology upgrades integrating artificial intelligence and data analytics into emergency response systems to improve speed and coord...

Saudi Arabia Strengthens Education and Research Partnerships with Global Universities

The Ministry of Education has signed new agreements with international universities to expand research collaboration, improve higher education quality, and support innovation-dr...

Saudi Arabia Accelerates Digital Health Systems and Telemedicine Expansion Nationwide

The Ministry of Health has launched new digital infrastructure upgrades, expanding telemedicine services and electronic health records to improve efficiency and patient access a...

Saudi Arabia Expands Cultural and Sports Partnerships to Strengthen Global Soft Power Strategy

The Ministry of Sport and Ministry of Culture have signed new agreements with international organizations to host sporting events, cultural festivals, and entertainment programs...

Major Global Technology Firms Open Regional Headquarters in Riyadh Amid Digital Expansion Push

International technology companies have announced new regional headquarters in Riyadh, citing Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation strategy, regulatory reforms, and growing tec...

Saudi Arabia Expands Regional Diplomacy to Strengthen Economic and Security Cooperation in the Middle East

Saudi officials have intensified engagement with Gulf Cooperation Council and regional partners, focusing on stability, economic integration, and long-term security cooperation ...

Saudi Arabia Accelerates Infrastructure Funding for Neom, The Line and Oxagon Logistics Networks

The National Infrastructure Fund has approved additional financing for logistics and transport systems supporting major giga-projects, including Neom, The Line, and Oxagon.

Saudi Arabia Launches National Skills Program to Expand High-Skilled Employment in Key Industries

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has introduced a nationwide initiative to strengthen workforce skills in technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare ...

Public Investment Fund and Global Financial Institutions Discuss Capital Market Expansion Plans in Saudi Arabia

The Public Investment Fund and international financial institutions have begun talks on developing Saudi capital markets further, with a focus on increasing private sector parti...
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