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Minister of Tourism for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, to Lead the Di ...

Travel & tourism’s critical contribution to global economic advancement is being elevated on the Annual Meeting agenda through a series of high-level, dedicated official sessions led by WEF and HE Minister Al-Khateeb, featuring influential sector leaders. Saudi Arabia seeks to champion the transformative power of travel and tourism, ......Read More

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Nour Arida Shines at the Joy Awards in Riyadh, Celebrating Arab Artistic Achievements

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Nour Arida, the Lebanese model and style icon, graced the carpet at the 2025 Joy Awards, honoring the artistic achievements of the Arab world and showcasing her impeccable style and love for Riyadh. Nourd Arida attended the prestigious event to celebrate the region’s vibrant creative scene, which the Joy ......Read More

Monday, January 20, 2025

Saudi Sports for All Federation to Launch International Sporting Events in February 2025, Uniting SF ...

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 19 January 2025 – The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) has announced a new initiative which will take place from February 5-8, 2025, combining two major events: the SFA Expo and Riyadh Marathon. This innovative initiative aligns with SFA’s mission to inspire healthier lifestyles and foster community engagement through physical activity. The Saudi Sports for All Federation is set to launch SFA Expo at JAX District from February 5 to 7, 2025 while the Riyadh Marathon will take place on February 8, 2025. The Riyadh Marathon 2025 participants’ bib numbers and race kits will be distributed at the SFA Expo from February 5 to 7, ......Read More

Monday, January 20, 2025

Saudi House pavilion to debut at WEF AM25

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 18 January 2025 – The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today announced the first-ever Saudi House pavilion for the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, which takes place from 20-24 January 2025 in Davos, Switzerland. It will be the second time Saudi House features at the WEF Annual Meeting, and the first time it ......Read More

Monday, January 20, 2025
Saudi Hospital Performs the World's 1st Artificial Heart Implantation by a Robot

‏Dr Feras Khaliel sets another world first in less than 6 months Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed the world’s first robotic-assisted implantation of an artificial heart pump (HeartMate 3) developed by Abbott, a groundbreaking procedure that marks a significant ......Read More

Friday, January 17, 2025

Soudah Development Launches On-the-Job Learning Program for Participants from Soudah and Rijal Alma ...

The program is part of a series of initiatives to enable and empower the local community in Soudah and Rijal Almaa. The program aims at creating more opportunities for participants and equipping them with the needed skills and knowledge. Soudah, Saudi Arabia – 15 January 2025: Soudah Development, a Public Investment Fund company, has launched its on-the-job learning program and announced the commencement of the first batch of participants. The program aims to equip youth from Soudah and Rijal Almaa with professional and practical skills needed in the job market. It is a professional development program that offers participants the opportunity to learn through ......Read More

Thursday, January 16, 2025

As part of the "Live Right" program Bupa Arabia Announces the Launch of its 2nd Padel Tou ...

Jeddah: Bupa Arabia is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated launch of the 2nd season of the Bupa Padel Tournament, set to kick off in Jeddah from January 16th to 18th, 2025. This prestigious event will bring together top corporate teams to participate in one of Saudi Arabia's fastest-growing sports, padel, marking the beginning of a ......Read More

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

ASMO continues to build a strong foundation in Saudi Arabia

Signs MoUs and expands its network to advance the Kingdom’s supply chain ecosystem Dhahran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, January 15, 2025: ASMO, a joint venture between Saudi Aramco Development Company and DHL, today announced the signing of seven strategic agreements at the iktva Forum & Exhibition 2025 with industry players across ......Read More

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
NMDC Energy inaugurates advanced fabrication yard in Saudi Arabia to drive regional growth

400,000 sqm Ras Al Khair yard will deepen NMDC Energy’s project portfolio to meet increasing regional energy and manufacturing demand. The state-of-the-art yard will provide offshore facilities fabrication as well as onshore modularization. NMDC Energy has reinjected SAR 5 billion into the Saudi economy and industry, to support ......Read More

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

PROVEN Strengthens its Leadership Team in KSA with Loay Faisal as New GM

Dubai, UAE, January 14 2025: PROVEN, a leading outsourcing organization in Saudi Arabia, announced the appointment of Loay Faisal as its new General Manager. This strategic appointment underscores PROVEN’s commitment to strengthening its solid foundation and continued growth across the region. It reflects the company’s vision to ......Read More

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

TASC Unveils Riyadh Co-working Space to Cater to Saudi Arabia's Growing SMEs

Riyadh, KSA, 13th January 2025: TASC, the GCC’s leading provider of business and workforce solutions, recently announced the launch of its co-working spaces office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and aims to cater to businesses' evolving needs and contribute to the ......Read More

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Ministry of Finance Participates in Consultative Meeting of the Islamic Development Bank Board of Go ...

H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini: "The UAE is committed to supporting international development goals by strengthening partnerships, sharing knowledge, and implementing joint development projects with development banks." H.E. Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini: More focus should be on financing priority development projects, fostering ......Read More

Monday, January 13, 2025
Saudi Arabia Assumes Leadership of Global Coral Reef Conservation as ICRI Secretariat Commences

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – January 9, 2025 – Saudi Arabia has officially assumed the Secretariat of the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) for its 14th term, marking a significant milestone in global coral reef conservation. ICRI represents 102 members including 45 countries that are custodians of 75% of the world's coral reefs. The Kingdom's leadership for this three-year term was confirmed by ICRI members during the 38th General Meeting in September 2024, succeeding the United States. Saudi Arabia will lead this historic role through the General Organization for the Conservation of Coral Reefs and Turtles in the Red Sea (SHAMS). The virtual handover ......Read More

Friday, January 10, 2025

JHAH's Family Medicine Residents Lead Saudi Arabia's Healthcare Transformation

100% of final-year residents in JHAH’s prestigious Family Medicine Residency Program pass the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties exams Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 9 January 2025: The 2024 cohort of the Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) Family Medicine Residency Program has achieved a remarkable milestone: a 100% pass rate on ......Read More

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Hayy Matsuri Returns to Hayy Jameel to Celebrate 70 Years of Saudi-Japan Relations

Under the Slogan 'Saudi Celebrates Japan', Hayy Matsuri Returns for Its Second Edition to Hayy Jameel in Jeddah, Celebrating 70 Years of Saudi-Japanese Diplomatic Relations. · Under the slogan 'Saudi celebrates Japan', the three-day festival returns from January 9 to 11, ......Read More

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Dorsch Selected as the Supervision Engineering Consultant for Saudi Arabian National Water Company

Dorsch to supervise over 200 projects in the implementation of water and wastewater management projects worth over SAR 800,000,000 KSA, Riyadh – 7th January 2025: Dorsch Global, the leading international consulting and engineering organization, has been appointed as the lead Supervision engineering consultant for the Saudi Arabian ......Read More

Tuesday, January 7, 2025
SHOOTING ON WFP CONVOY IN GAZA

ROME/JERUSALEM – The World Food Programme (WFP) strongly condemns the horrifying incident on January 5, when a clearly marked WFP convoy was shot at by Israeli forces near the Wadi Gaza checkpoint, putting the lives of our staff at tremendous risk and leaving the vehicles immobilized. The convoy, consisting of three vehicles carrying eight staff members, came under hostile fire despite having received all of the necessary clearances from Israeli authorities. At least 16 bullets struck the vehicles. Thankfully, no staff members were injured in this terrifying encounter. This unacceptable event is just the latest example of the complex and dangerous working environment ......Read More

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Riyadh welcome: first impressions count for new ac milan manager sergio conceicao

AC Milan play Juventus in Friday's EA Sports FC Italian Supercup semi-final at Al Awwal Park Family affair sees AC Milan boss Sergio Conceicao face son Francisco, who plays for Juventus 'Francisco will focus on the game as he always does, either if he's in the starting 11 or as substitute. It's an important game, and this is ......Read More

Friday, January 3, 2025

ORGATEC WORKSPACE Saudi Arabia from 2025 in Riyadh

Riyadh, KSA, 16 December 2024: The ORGATEC WORKSPACE Saudi Arabia will make its debut in Riyadh in September 2025. This is the result of a strategic partnership between Koelnmesse and dmg events, who are combining their expertise and the well-known ORGATEC and WORKSPACE brands to create a key trade fair for the modern workplace in Saudi ......Read More

Friday, December 20, 2024

DCO and GCC host 4th Diplomatic Connect to bring digital economy stakeholders together in exploring ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 18, 2024: The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), in collaboration with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), hosted the 4th Diplomatic Connect event on December 17th at the GCC headquarters in Riyadh. Bringing together ministers, ambassadors, private sector and representatives from DCO Member States, the platform ......Read More

Thursday, December 19, 2024
Digital Corporation Organization issues joint statement on Misinformation and the Role of Social Med ...

Riyadh, December 17, 2024: The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has issued a joint statement on the "Misinformation and the Role of Social Media Platforms" to address ethical and privacy challenges, in line with DCO's commitment to improving trust online and enable digital prosperity for all. Through the joint statement, Member ......Read More

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

JHAH Leads Dialogue on Population Health and Value-Based Care, Advancing Vision 2030 Healthcare Goal ...

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 17 December 2024: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) successfully concluded its 'Advancing Population Health and Value-Based Healthcare in Saudi Arabia' conference, held from December 10-12 in Al-Khobar. The strategic gathering convened leading healthcare policymakers, industry experts, and global thought ......Read More

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Dolce&Gabbana unveils luxury boutique and café at Bujairi Terrace in Diriyah

Diriyah, December 16, 2024: Dolce&Gabbana, the Italian luxury fashion brand, has opened a new 1,500 sq m luxury center in Diriyah, The City of Earth, featuring a boutique and café, DG Caffè. The brand center, one of Dolce&Gabbana's largest worldwide, seamlessly blends Italian elegance with traditional Najdi ......Read More

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Saudi Response Plus Medical provides robust emergency medical cover for Soundstorm '24

Riyadh, December 16, 2024: Saudi Response Plus Medical Services (Saudi RPM) – a leading healthcare provider in the region and a subsidiary of Response Plus Holding PJSC, has successfully supported the recently-concluded MDLBeast Soundstorm ’24, the annual music festival held in Banban, Riyadh, with a robust contingent of ......Read More

Monday, December 16, 2024
Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Announces Discovery of Five Species New to Global Science, ...

Riyadh: 16/12/2024: Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has identified five species new to global science: a gecko (Hemidactylus sp.) marked by brown stripes and white nodules, the Hejaz black-collared snake (Rhynchocalamus hejazicus), plus three plants — a globe thistle, a mignonette, and a hogbean. In addition, the Reserve recorded ......Read More

Monday, December 16, 2024

KFSHRC Hosts Minimally Invasive Organ Transplant Conference in Riyadh

follows a year of successful robotic heart and liver transplants Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is hosting the first Minimally Invasive Organ Transplant Consensus Conference (MIOT.CC) from December 12 to 14 at the InterContinental Riyadh Hotel. The event aims to provide evidence-based recommendations to ......Read More

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Riyadh Development Company and Agility Logistics Parks Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement to Devel ...

Contributing to economic growth in the Kingdom and enhancing the capital's position as a global logistics hub RIYADH -- 10 December 2024 -- Riyadh Development Company (ARDCO), a publicly listed Saudi real estate development and development management company, and Agility Logistics Parks (ALP), announced the signing of a strategic ......Read More

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Bupa Arabia Launches the "Live Right" Ultimate Challenge

Riyadh: Bupa Arabia announces the launch of the "Live Right" Ultimate Challenge, a major sporting and recreational event that will take place on December 14, 2024, at Nox Camp. The event presents an unparalleled opportunity for participants to test their physical and mental skills in an environment full of challenges and fun, with ......Read More

Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Arab Coordination Group (ACG) pledges US$10 billion by 2030 to combat desertification and land degra ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 4 – The Arab Coordination Group (ACG), a strategic alliance of 10 leading development finance institutions, has announced a landmark commitment of up to US$10 billion by 2030 to address the critical challenges of land degradation, desertification, and drought. The announcement was made during the Ministerial ......Read More

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

As a Part of #Live_Right Program Bupa Arabia Concludes the 2024 Padel Tournament in Al-Ula with THI ...

Bupa Arabia concluded the first season of the Bupa Arabia super Padel tournament finals 2024. Organized by Bupa Arabia in AlUla Governate, and hosted by the Royal commission for AlUla and sponsored by Cloud 7 Residence Resort, during the period from November 21 to 23, 2024. The tournament featured strong competition, with teams representing the ......Read More

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve brings back the Onager to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after ...

Riyadh, 1st December 2024: Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve proudly announces the reintroduction of the Persian onager to Saudi Arabia, marking the species’ return to the Kingdom after more than a century of absence. In April 2024, seven Persian onagers were translocated from the Royal Society for the Conservation of ......Read More

Monday, December 2, 2024

JHAH Convenes Over 1,200 Global and Regional Experts Across Two Conferences to Address Critical Publ ...

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 29 November 2024: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing public health in Saudi Arabia by hosting two key conferences this week that focused on addressing critical healthcare challenges in child welfare and musculoskeletal (MSK) health. Drawing over 1,200 regional and global ......Read More

Saturday, November 30, 2024
HSA Group Launches AITC in Saudi Arabia, Marking a Strategic Shift Towards Leadership in the FMCG Se ...

Riyadh, November 28th, 2024 – The Hayel Saeed Anam (HSA) Group has announced the official launch of its new company Advanced International Trading Company (AITC), which specializes in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking a significant move to strengthen its position in this sector. This ......Read More

Friday, November 29, 2024

KFSHRC Honoured with EXPRO Award for Optimising Resources

operational efficiency team recognised spending efficiency & sustainability Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has been awarded the Expenditure Efficiency Award in the ‘Best Model in Healthcare’ category at the Expenditure Efficiency Forum in recognition of its efforts in optimising resource ......Read More

Friday, November 29, 2024

28th World Investment Conference in Riyadh Concludes with Calls for International Collaboration, Inn ...

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 28 November 2024: International collaboration, innovation and sustainability were the key themes of the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC28), hosted by Invest Saudi and the World Association of International Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) that concluded in Riyadh this week. Commenting on the success of ......Read More

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Takeda brings together top Saudi Medical Societies to advance gastrointestinal disease care

Takeda hosted successful inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Aware forum in Riyadh Riyadh, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, November 28, 2024: Global biopharmaceutical company Takeda recently hosted the “IBD Aware” Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, aiming to advance the care of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). IBD, which encompasses chronic ......Read More

Thursday, November 28, 2024
Saudi Pro League and OneFootball forge long-term strategic content partnership

The SPL will publish and amplify official video and editorial content across OneFootball Fans can look forward to engaging match clips, highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and viral moments ‘This collaboration is an important step in our commitment to increasing international engagement,’ Omar Mugharbel, SPL CEO Riyadh, ......Read More

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Nine transformative investment deals signed at the 28th World Investment Conference under the Kingdo ...

Day 2 focus on supply chain resilience, digital technology, localized value chains, and forging global partnerships. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 26 November 2024: H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia, highlighted today a shift from globalization to regionalization to optimize supply chain resilience at the 28th ......Read More

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

28th World Investment Conference Kicks Off in Riyadh, Uniting Global Leaders in Investment for Susta ...

Inaugural sessions emphasize digital transformation, sustainability, and Saudi Arabia’s leadership in global investment opportunities. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 25 November 2024: Invest Saudi and The World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) officially launched the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC) today in ......Read More

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

CSM Appoints Ian Mathie As Managing Director, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Tuesday 26 November 2024- Leading sport and entertainment marketing and brand experience agency CSM, now part of Wasserman after its acquisition in 2023, has appointed Ian Mathie as its new Managing Director for Saudi Arabia. Announced today by Wasserman President – EMEA & APAC, Matt Vandrau, the appointment reaffirms ......Read More

Tuesday, November 26, 2024
The Ministry of Environment Water and Agriculture is Set to Host the 1st International Forum for Sau ...

The Forum will be held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, November 2024: Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, the Ministry of ......Read More

Monday, November 25, 2024

Under the Patronage of HRH the Crown Prince, Saudi Arabia is readying to Host Landmark World Investm ...

This year’s conference theme: ‘Harnessing Digital Transformation and Sustainable Growth: Scaling Investment Opportunities’. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 24 November 2024: Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin AbdulAziz Al Saud, the World Association of Investment Promotion ......Read More

Monday, November 25, 2024

Dave's Hot Chicken launches its third branch and second drive-thru in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh— 24 November 2024: Dave's Hot Chicken, the LA-famous street food sensation known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, has expanded its presence in Riyadh with the launch of its third location on Anas Bin Malik Street. This marks a significant milestone as the new branch is the second drive-thru for Dave's Hot ......Read More

Monday, November 25, 2024

9th edition of SPNS Conference takes off today in Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 22 November, 2024: The 9th edition of the Saudi Pediatric Neurology Society (SPNS) Conference and Workshops takes off today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the leading event organised by Maarefah Management, and featuring cutting-edge discussions and insights into various pediatric neurology topics. With participation of top ......Read More

Friday, November 22, 2024
'You will never become a champion – stop dreaming': Mohammad Alaqraa taunts Omar El Dafrawy ahead of ...

Inaugural PFL MENA Championships on Friday, November 29 at King Saud University includes the grand return of Saudi Arabia's Hattan Alsaif PFL World Championships night will also crown six Champions, across men's and women's championship fights Tickets are available via webook.com RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA (22 November ......Read More

Friday, November 22, 2024

Saudi Film Commission to Participate in India's Film Bazaar to Strengthen Global Collaborations

The Saudi Film Commission is set to participate in the 18th edition of Film Bazaar, South Asia’s premier film market, taking place alongside the International Film Festival of India in Goa from November 20-24. As the largest film market in the region, Film Bazaar attracts filmmakers, producers, sales agents, and industry leaders from around the globe, making it a pivotal event for fostering creative and financial collaborations, talent discovery, and international partnerships. With this presence, the Saudi Film Commission seeks to enhance Saudi Arabia’s footprint in the global film industry and strengthen ties between the Saudi and Indian film sectors. The Commission’s ......Read More

Friday, November 22, 2024

ENGIE and Al Jouf Cement Partner on 22 MWp Solar Project to Advance Saudi Vision 2030 Goals

ENGIE’s 22 MWp solar project with Al Jouf Cement to significantly reduce carbon emissions and enhance renewable energy use in Saudi Arabia’s industrial secto - The project is estimated to cut carbon emissions by 1,481,100 tons, supporting decarbonization in an energy-intensive industry ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy ......Read More

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

As a Part of #Live_Right Program, Bupa Arabia is Organizing a Padel Tournament in Al-Ula

Al Ula : With the commitment to raising health awareness and promoting healthy living practices, Bupa Arabia is bringing the third edition of the prestigious Padel Tournament to AlUla from November 21 to November 23, 2024. This tournament is part of Bupa’s sustainable strategy aimed at increasing health consciousness and physical fitness ......Read More

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
TAQA, JERA and Al Bawani Consortium to Develop Two New Highly Efficient Power Plants in the Kingdom ...

Consortium signed two 25-year Power Purchase Agreements with Saudi Power Procurement Company to develop Rumah 2 IPP and Al Nairyah 2 IPP, two greenfield combined cycle gas power plants The Rumah 2 IPP and the Al Nairyah 2 IPP will each have a power generation capacity of 1.8 GW and will deploy state-of-the-art and highly efficient gas turbine technology for a combined generation capacity of 3.6 GW 19 November 2024, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC ("TAQA"), one of the largest listed integrated utility companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, together with JERA Co., Inc ("JERA"), Japan's largest power generation company ......Read More

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

High Senior-Level Saudi Delegation Engage in British Council's Deep Dialogue on Transnational Educat ...

Riyad—Delegates from Saudi Arabia recently participated in the UK's Deep Dialogue event on transnational education (TNE), held from 12 to 14 November in Manchester. The event, organised by the British Council, brought together leading stakeholders in higher education from across the globe, facilitating in-depth discussions on the trends, ......Read More

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Saudi Arabia Concludes Impactful Tenure as Chair at the 122nd UN Tourism Executive Council in Colomb ...

His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb calls on next Chair to continue to drive forward the sector which forecasts 10% contribution to global GDP CARTAGENA DE INDIAS, 15 November 2024: At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the ......Read More

Friday, November 15, 2024

Saudi Exchange announces the approval of the amended Listing Rules

Key changes include the reduction of minimum issuance size, and expanding the listing rules to accommodate for exempt debt offerings. The amendments aim to facilitate listing requirements, enhancing the local debt market's attractiveness and boosting investor participation. Riyadh – 13 November 2024: The Saudi Exchange has announced amendments to the Listing Rules for debt instruments, aligned with the CMA's significant market enhancements, effective from its publishing date. These changes aim to create greater depth and liquidity in the overall debt capital market, through boosting investor participation and unlocking the potential for debt issuances. The amendments to ......Read More

Thursday, November 14, 2024
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Officially Launches its Operations in the Kingdom of Saudi ...

RIYADH, KSA / November 12, 2024 / The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) celebrated the official launch of its operations in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone for RCSI as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the region and provide a wider range of healthcare-specific programmes in ......Read More

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) Receives Highest Certification for Excellence in Person-Cente ...

“Person-Centered Care Gold Certification” Ranks JHAH Among Only 117 Healthcare Organizations Worldwide, and Among Fewer Than 10 in Saudi Arabia Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 11 November 2024: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) has been awarded the “Planetree Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care” ......Read More

Monday, November 11, 2024

ROSHN Group Reveals Rebranding and Evolution into Transformative Multi-Asset Developer to Drive Ambi ...

ROSHN expands its strategic real estate offerings by diversifying its portfolio to include a variety of new sectors beyond residential, in line with its long-term objectives. Rebranding will strengthen its strategic advancements in expansion and growth, solidifying the Group’s new identity as the Kingdom’s national champion of ......Read More

Monday, November 11, 2024

Cityscape Global Opens Doors Tomorrow in Riyadh, with Over 500 World Class Experts and 400 Renowned ...

Redefined and expanded Cityscape Global features various new segments, more than 150 hours of content, over 500 experts sharing ‘Future of Living’ insights, and 400 exhibitors Four-day show to feature debut Stadiums and Mega Events stage, powered by the Ministry of Sport, ROSHN Hackathon offering SAR1 million in prizes, and a live ......Read More

Monday, November 11, 2024
Nikken Sekkei to demonstrate Middle East architectural innovation at Cityscape Global in Riyadh

Leading Japanese firm to highlight design credentials and landmark regional projects, including One Za’abeel, Tadawul Tower and Dubai Harbour Residences Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 7 November 2024: Top Japanese architectural, engineering and urban design firm, Nikken Sekkei, one of the world’s largest practices, is unveiling its latest ......Read More

Thursday, November 7, 2024

The seventh edition of Tanween, Ithra's leading design conference, concludes by inviting designers w ...

The Closing Ceremony revealed the three winning projects of this year’s Tanween Mega Challenge which focused on enriching the Hajj pilgrimage. Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, November 6, 2024 - The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has just concluded the seventh edition of Tanween, Ithra’s flagship design conference, inviting leading experts and creatives to Fail Forward. With a rich program of panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops and exhibitions, this year’s conference yielded tangible impact and offered professionals and enthusiasts productive opportunities to connect, share insights, network and collaborate. Shahad Alwazani, Tanween Program Lead, ......Read More

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Koulibaly proud of Al Hilal in Capital Derby: "We showed our character."

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 2 November 2024: Al Hilal may have relinquished their 100 percent start to the 2024-25 Roshn Saudi League season, but for defender Kalidou Koulibaly, the Capital Derby was another display of the title-holders' championship mettle. Not even a minute had elapsed on Friday night when Al Hilal went behind to chief ......Read More

Monday, November 4, 2024

Official group photographs and player portraits released for wta finals riyadh presented by pif

The world's Top 8 singles players and doubles teams commemorated the first WTA Finals to be held in Saudi Arabia in the historic district of Diriyah This year's photos and portraits were captured by renowned photographer Jingyu Lin Play begins on Saturday at 3:30pm local time Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Friday, 1 November ......Read More

Saturday, November 2, 2024
Riyadh Hosts the ServiceNow Summit on Digital Transformation and AI Technologies

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - October 31, 2024: - Yesterday ServiceNow, the AI platform for business transformation, hosted the ServiceNow Summit Riyadh, focused on digital transformation and AI technologies, at the Fairmont Hotel. The event was attended by more than 500 distinguished guests, including representatives from prominent customers ......Read More

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Saudi Arabia to witness global fire safety practices at 4th International Fire Operations Conference

NFPA joins the conference as a Technical Partner, leading the way in safety innovations Riyadh, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, October 30, 2024: The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) announces its participation in the 4th International Fire Operations Conference (IFOC), which will take place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 3 to 7, 2024. The conference will explore emerging trends and technologies in fire prevention, safety protocols, emergency response, and crisis management. Aimed at thought leaders, practitioners, and innovators from around the globe, the event will provide participants with innovative insights, ......Read More

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Over 150 Leaders Convene in Riyadh for 9th GCC Board Chair Summit

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29October 2024 – The ninth edition of the GCC Board Chair Summit culminated at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center in Riyadh, uniting over 150 of the region’s top board chairs, influential leaders, and industry experts to address the critical challenges and trends shaping the future of the GCC’s business ......Read More

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Future stars open center court for wta finals riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Monday, October 28) – Two future stars of Saudi women's tennis hit the ceremonial opening shots on the center court at King Saud University Indoor Arena today ahead of this weekend's start to the WTA Finals Riyadh. The center court at King Saud University Indoor Arena is ready for action ahead of the ......Read More

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
ewpartners Forms Strategic Partnership with The Saudi National Bank to Enhance Banking Services in S ...

ewpartners and The Saudi National Bank Collaborate to Empower Businesses and Support Saudi Arabia’s Economic Growth Under Vision 2030 Faisal Al-Amoudi, Executive Vice President of the Saudi National Bank, and Jessica Wong, Managing Partner of ewpartners, sign the partnership agreement On October 23, at the Seamless Saudi Arabia event, ......Read More

Monday, October 28, 2024

Saudi Arabia's Minister of Tourism leads sector discussions at WEF Urban Transformation Summit and s ...

San Francisco, USA, 24 October 2024: Sustainable development needs to be the cornerstone of the Travel and Tourism sector, now and into the future, according to H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, who took part in the fourth annual World Economic Forum Urban Transformation Summit, being held in San Francisco, ......Read More

Friday, October 25, 2024

Coinciding with the sponsorship of Riyadh Season DZRT launches first flagship store in Riyadh Boule ...

Riyadh, October 23, 2024: DZRT, the leading smoking cessation brand, has opened its first retail store in Saudi Arabia at Boulevard City. This milestone aligns with the kick-off of Riyadh Season, marking a significant expansion of the brand's presence in the Kingdom. The store opening follows DZRT's signing a main sponsorship ......Read More

Thursday, October 24, 2024

7X showcases logistics and financial solutions at Seamless Saudi Arabia 2024

The Group’s participation in the event is in line with its efforts to showcasing the UAE’s progress across diverse sectors at regional and global events Dubai, UAE, 23 October 2024 7X, a leading enabler of trade, transport and logistics, is participating at Seamless Saudi Arabia 2024, as a diamond sponsor, demonstrating the ......Read More

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
VFS Global appointed to offer new Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival service to UAE and KSA residents; 97 o ...

New Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) service to commence in the first half of December 2024 Dedicated email, live support and websites to be available in seven languages - English, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, German, and French Group booking facility to be available for the benefit of travel trade and conventions VFS ......Read More

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Mastercard Supports Transformation of Saudi Arabia's Digital Payment Ecosystem with the Launch of Lo ...

Mastercard’s new infrastructure aims to support a secure digital payments ecosystem in the Kingdom October 23, 2024, | RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Mastercard announced the launch of world class technology infrastructure in Saudi Arabia that will enable the processing of ecommerce transactions locally, providing a seamless and secure ......Read More

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Saudi Fund for Development Announces its First Presence in Serbia by Financing 3 development project ...

October 16, 2024, Serbia, Belgrade– The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has signed three development loan agreements with the Republic of Serbia worth $205 million to fund key projects supporting the agriculture, education and energy sectors. This partnership, marking SFD's first presence in Serbia, is aimed at fostering the ......Read More

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

‘Leaders to Convene at 9th GCC Board Chair Summit to Focus on Corporate Governance, AI, Cybersecurit ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 15 Oct 2024 – The upcoming ninth edition of the GCC Board Chair Summit is set to convene over 100 influential leaders and board chairs from across the region on Wednesday, 22 October to engage in high-level discussions on critical issues impacting today’s business climate. Under the theme of ‘GCC Transforms: Driving Change,’ the GCC Board Directors Institute’s (GCC BDI) summit will explore the global shifts reshaping the region's economy, including new sector diversification, AI, Cybersecurity and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Apart from highlighting the Kingdom's strategic vision in navigating these ......Read More

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Etihad Rail and Emerge Sign Landmark Solar Power Deal at Global Rail 2024

600-kilowatt peak (kWp) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) installation in addition to a 2.56 Mega-watt hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) to decarbonize Etihad Rail’s Ghuweifat terminal. Plant to generate up to 85% of the terminal’s electricity consumption. [Abu Dhabi, 10, October 2024] – Etihad Rail, the developer ......Read More

Saturday, October 12, 2024

W7Worldwide Congratulates His Majesty the King of Spain and the Spanish People on the 532nd National ...

W7Worldwide, the Kingdom's leading home-grown marketing communication consultancy agency and a leader in the GCC region, proudly extends its warmest congratulations to His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, and the Spanish people on the celebration of Spain's 532nd National Day. This important occasion ......Read More

Friday, October 11, 2024

Saudi Film Commission Announces Saudi Film Confex 2024 Activities

The Saudi Film Commission announced the activities accompanying Saudi Film Confex 2024, set to take place October 9-12 in Riyadh. These activities will include interactive experiences, with the "Business Hub" being a key highlight. The space will serve as a hub for signing agreements and forging partnerships among companies in the film industry. Additionally, the "Consultation Platforms" will offer specialized advice on various aspects of filmmaking, from financing to production methodologies, and provide a platform for freelancers to register and connect with industry companies needing their expertise. An interactive activation will also be available, giving visitors a ......Read More

Sunday, October 6, 2024

GCF Annual Meeting brings global community to Riyadh

The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) Annual Meeting 2024 brings the global community together to advance collective action and unlock opportunities in Cyberspace The Child Protection in Cyberspace (CPC) Global Summit will be held in conjunction with the fourth edition of the GCF Annual Meeting RIYADH, October 1, 2024 – The GCF Annual ......Read More

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
The security sector in the Middle East primed for the next generation of professionals, says industr ...

Meshal Al Johani, a security operations specialist based in Saudi Arabia, outlined the opportunities for young security professionals during the opening day of Intersec Saudi Arabia The insights were revealed on the opening day of Intersec Saudi Arabia as part of the Future Security and Safety Summit, which attracted the security ......Read More

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Wfp launches emergency food operation to reach one million people affected by the conflict in lebano ...

BEIRUT – The World Food Programme (WFP) has launched an emergency operation to provide food assistance for up to one million people affected by the recent escalation of the conflict in Lebanon. The agency is distributing ready-to-eat food rations, bread, hot meals and food parcels to families in shelters across the country. A further acceleration of the conflict this weekend underscored the need for an immediate humanitarian response. This comes after thousands of people had already been displaced, compounding the fragility of a population burdened by accumulated crises. WFP, which has been on the ground providing assistance since the first day of the crisis, has to-date reached ......Read More

Monday, September 30, 2024

Saudi Arabia leads the G20 countries in international tourist growth during the first 7 months of 20 ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 21 September 2024 - The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia tops the list of G20 countries in the indicators of the growth rate of the number of international tourists and the growth rate of international tourism revenues according to the latest data for the first seven months of the year compared to the same period in 2019. The ......Read More

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Idea on Smart Water Conservation Solution Wins Inaugural Edition of TCS Sustainathon Saudi Arabia

The competition received over 65 submissions by young minds presenting innovative solutions for sustainable cities and communities in Saudi Arabia, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030. DUBAI | September 19, 2024: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, ......Read More

Thursday, September 19, 2024
A Journey Across One Nation: A Video Celebrating the 94th National Day

This is my homeland, from end to end... we sing of our love for it" — a video celebrating the 94th Saudi National Day. Jeddah: As part of the national celebrations for Saudi Arabia's 94th National Day, W7Worldwide, an acclaimed independent marketing communications consultancy agency in the region released a special video ......Read More

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Saudi Fund for Development Signs $55 Million Development Loan Agreement for the North Eleuthera Inte ...

Project set to significantly expand operational capacity of airport to more than double Nassau, The Bahamas – 10 September 2024 ----- On September 9, 2024, the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) and The Airport Authority of The Bahamas signed a $55 million development loan agreement for the North Eleuthera International Airport Development ......Read More

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

France, Saudi Arabia and Turkmenistan futsal teams in Dubai camp

Jordan youth team prepares for qualifying rounds of AFC U-20 Youth Cup Volleyball and basketball sides from Bahrain and Saudi Arabian clubs make presence felt in Dubai DUBAI: Dubai continued living up to its name of being the ‘Sporting Capital’ of the world with the national futsal teams of France, Saudi Arabia and ......Read More

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

King Salman International Airport Development Company Partners with Four World-Class Design and Engi ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 20 August 2024 - King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC), one of Public Investment Fund's companies, announced the signing of strategic partnership contracts with four leading local and international companies in the fields of architecture, engineering, construction, and air traffic management. ......Read More

Thursday, August 22, 2024
Saudi Arabia's Premier Auction Event Brings Together Global Falcon Breeders to Riyadh

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, [August 15, 2024] The Saudi Falcons Club’s International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 in Riyadh is drawing global attention, attracting a diverse array of international participants. Among the attendees are the UK's Sky Raiders Breeding Farm, owned by Pete and Dan, and the historic Falcon Farms 2020 from Canada, ......Read More

Thursday, August 15, 2024

KAFD Grand Mosque Wins King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism Award

Riyadh, August 13, 2024—The King Abdullah Financial District Development & Management Company (KAFD DMC) has been awarded the King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism Award for its iconic KAFD Grand Mosque. During a ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Culture’s Architecture and Design Commission on August 11 at the King ......Read More

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

WakeCap confirms key role in improving construction safety throughout Saudi Arabia

WakeCap’s smart solution for construction site management presented to the Kingdom’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, prompting a directive to establish regulations for its adoption Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; 13 August 2024: WakeCap, a workforce safety and productivity solution, showcased its smart construction ......Read More

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Saudi Fund for Development Announces Celebration of 50 Years of Global Impact with Anniversary Event

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 6 August 2024 ----- The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) will host a Gala Dinner on September 01, 2024, under the theme Celebrating 50 Years of Global Impact, commemorating five decades of driving sustainable global development and progress. Since its establishment in 1974, the SFD has been the main international ......Read More

Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Enhancing governance, risk, and compliance efficiency in Saudi companies with GenAI technologies

Riyadh: The business world in Saudi Arabia is witnessing a significant technological revolution with the adoption of GenAI technologies and conversational robots, such as ChatGPT and GPT-4, among others. Companies across various sectors are employing these smart tools to achieve multiple objectives, including task automation and improved ......Read More

Monday, July 29, 2024

Legacy awaits at Esports World Cup: Final four battle it out for MLBB Women's Invitational title on ...

New champions will be crowned with semi-finals and Grand Final locked in live from SEF Arena Hometown heroes Falcons Vega in the running for $180,000 first prize alongside Team Vitality, Victory Song Gamers and Omage Empress Esports World Cup Week 4 tickets available at Esports World Cup | webook.com Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – ......Read More

Saturday, July 27, 2024

Intersec Saudi Arabia confirms patronage for largest edition to date

The sixth edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia will be held under the patronage of the High Commission of Industrial Security and in association with the Ministry of Interior and Saudi Civil Defence With exhibition space 34% larger year-on-year, and an expected 14% year-on-year increase in visitors to 17,000, the event is securing its ......Read More

Thursday, July 25, 2024

DCO Calls for Urgent Discussions with Member States, Digital Experts to Address Recent Global IT Out ...

Riyadh, July 22, 2024 - The Digital Cooperation Organization’s (DCO) Secretariat General said in a statement that it will hold urgent discussions with Member States and digital economy experts to address the implications of the global IT outage that disrupted vital operations around the world, affecting businesses like airlines, banks, ......Read More

Monday, July 22, 2024
Esports World Cup: Ukraine's Natus Vincere clinch Counter-Strike 2 championship in historic all-Euro ...

Ukrainian club defeated G2 in Best-of-3 showdown 2-1 to claim the $400,000 first prize Esports World Cup Counter-Strike 2 competition brought epic Week 3 at Boulevard Riyadh City to a close Esports World Cup Week 4 tickets available at Esports World Cup | webook.com Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 22 July 2024: Natus Vincere (NAVI) of ......Read More

Monday, July 22, 2024

Diogo Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal footballer, attends Esports World Cup in Riyadh and calls it ...

Attacking footballer, an avid gamer and esports investor, watched all the Dota2 Riyadh Masters and Counter-Strike 2 action and met the esports players 'The organization and scale behind this event are truly impressive, even more than I anticipated' – Diogo Jota The largest gaming festival in the world runs until August 25 at ......Read More

Monday, July 22, 2024

Saudi Arabian Football Federation launches first edition of the Regional Teams Under-13 Championship ...

Top talents from academies across 14 cities, provinces, and regions are featuring in the tournament The competition will provide valuable experience for young up-and-coming referees, who have been selected from the SAFF Referees' Academy This tournament is a significant part of SAFF's strategy to scout and develop over 4,000 young ......Read More

Monday, July 22, 2024

Saudi Esports Federation Legacy Museum opens at the SEF Arena at Boulevard Riyadh City

Museum documents the work of the federation since its inception and celebrates Saudi Arabia's impact on the global gaming and esports industry Entry to the museum, which is open seven days per week, is free of charge 'In a country that deeply cherishes history and tradition, it is an honour for us to lay a permanent marker on ......Read More

Friday, July 19, 2024
Al Nassr to face Myawady Women FC, Young Elephants FC and Abu Dhabi Country Club in Riyadh in the fi ...

The new premier continental competition kicks off in August and welcomes the domestic champions from 21 AFC member associations – including Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr Saudi Arabia adds to legacy as a host of international football's biggest events following the successful edition of the West Asian Football Federation Women's ......Read More

Friday, July 19, 2024

Seven drivers to battle for world championship title in formula e's thrilling season 10 showdown - h ...

The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns for the double-header season finale in London on 20-21 July 2024, with seven drivers still in contention for the title. Nick Cassidy's lead has narrowed after two non-point finishes in Portland, bringing teammate Mitch Evans and rivals Pascal Wehrlein and António Félix da Costa into ......Read More

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Sudan is Facing an Unprecedented Hunger Catastrophe, Say UN Agency Chiefs

New data reveals that over 750,000 people are experiencing catastrophic levels of food insecurity with 25.6 million people in crisis levels of hunger ROME/NEW YORK – Alarming new food security projections for Sudan published today show that Sudan is facing a devastating hunger catastrophe on a scale not seen since the Darfur crisis in the early 2000s, warn the heads of three United Nations agencies. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the UN World Food Programme (WFP) have been warning of rapid deterioration in conditions for the people of Sudan, particularly children, as food security is torn apart by war ......Read More

Thursday, June 27, 2024

SSUP Appoints Hatem S. Al Mandeel as the New General Manager for KSA

KSA, Riyadh, 24th of June: Sunny Side Up is thrilled to announce the appointment of Hatem S. Al Mandeel as the new General Manager for Saudi Arabia. With a distinguished career characterized by a string of remarkable achievements and extensive expertise, Hatem is poised to lead SSUP KSA into an era of innovation and growth. With over 15 years ......Read More

Monday, June 24, 2024
Revolutionizing Customer Experience Must be Central to Business Growth and Customer Loyalty in Saudi ...

Over 150 Marketing and Customer Experience Leaders from Brands like Gathern, Tim Hortons Middle East, Nana, SAPTCO, Cari, Wafy, and Cenomi, amongst others, participated in the Summit KSA, June 21,2024: MoEngage concluded its 3rd Edition of #GROWTH Summit Riyadh, an event where Saudi Arabia’s top Marketing, Product, and Customer Experience Leaders came together to discuss how brands can revolutionize customer experiences to drive business growth and loyalty in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030-led future. This remarkable initiative aims to diversify the economy and enhance the quality of services in the country. Over 150 marketers and brand growth leaders attended the ......Read More

Friday, June 21, 2024

GLOBAL RESEARCH REVEALS: 64% of Saudi Based Consumers are Concerned about the Environment, Pollution ...

Tetra Pak launches “Go Nature Go Carton 3.0” this month to promote the sustainability practices that can transform food systems in the Middle East Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 11th June, 2024: Tetra Pak announced today unique insights from the “Global Sustainable Packaging Consumer Research” study, that can ......Read More

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Hunger Hotspots Report: Famine Looms In Gaza While Risk Of Starvation Persists In Sudan, Haiti, Mali ...

Latest Hunger Hotspots report urges immediate action to prevent famine and warns of La Niña-linked climate extremes ROME – Acute food insecurity is set to increase in magnitude and severity in 18 hunger “Hotspots”, a new United Nations early warning report has revealed today. The report spotlights the urgent need of assistance to prevent famine in Gaza and the Sudan, and further deterioration in the devastating hunger crises in Haiti, Mali, and South Sudan. It also warns of the lingering impact of El Niño and the looming threat of La Niña that risks bringing further climate extremes that could upend lives and livelihoods. The report found ......Read More

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Urgent Call To Action To Address Historic El Niño Drought In Southern Africa

Pretoria, 5 June 2024 - More than 30 million people across Southern Africa have been affected by a severe drought. Millions could be pushed into acute hunger unless support is urgently mobilized to scale before the next lean season, warn the United Nations (UN) and partners. The joint call was made today by the UN, NGOs, regional and national authorities, humanitarian and development partners during a briefing on the emergency in Southern Africa, held in Pretoria, South Africa, to highlight the severe impacts of El Niño and the climate-driven crisis. This joint call follows the recent extraordinary summit by The Southern African Development Community (SADC) that saw the launch ......Read More

Wednesday, June 5, 2024
WFP News Video: WFP Warns Unprecedented Drought and Floods Causing Surge in Climate Related Hunger

Shot: 9-21May2024 Afghanistan, Zambia, Italy, DRCongo TRT: 4:00 :00-:26 Afghanistan Floods: Children pulled from floods Unusually high rainfall, after a dry winter which has left the ground too hard to absorb water, led to massive floods that started in March this year. This was further compounded by unseasonably warm temperatures that melted snowpack cover into rivers, sweeping through entire villages, burying them under mud. Research conducted by WFP across the country shows increasingly erratic weather patterns exacerbated by the worsening climate crisis will significantly impact the ability of communities to feed themselves. Shot: 10May24 Baghlan, ......Read More

Thursday, May 23, 2024

UAE Ministry of Finance Meets with Government Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority of Saudi ...

Abu Dhabi, UAE: 13 May 2024 – The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) welcomed an official delegation from the Government Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (EXPRO), at the ministry’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, participants discussed ways for the UAE Ministry of Finance to share ......Read More

Monday, May 13, 2024

Mekyal Announces Shari'a Compliance Certification for its Crowd-funding Sukuk Model

KSA - In a significant development to Saudi based fintechs, Mekyal Financial Technologies Company is thrilled to announce that it has received Sharia compliance certification from the Shariyah Review Bureau (SRB) for its Sukuk issuance platform. This certification marks a critical milestone for Mekyal, aligning its innovative offerings with Sharia principles and enabling investors to finance small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through its crowdfunding model. Mekyal's dynamic electronic platform serves as a gateway for investors looking to finance SMEs. By issuing Murabaha Sukuks, the company facilitates investment opportunities whilst ensuring these opportunities yield returns ......Read More

Monday, May 13, 2024

Diriyah Company and Saudi Arabia Sotheby's International Realty Join Forces to Offer Exclusive 'Bacc ...

KSA Sotheby’s International Realty to be exclusive broker for nine branded residences: ‘Baccarat Residences, Diriyah’. Agreement signed at ceremony by George Azar, Chairman & CEO of Saudi Arabia Sotheby’s International Realty and Diriyah Company DevCo President Mohamed Saad Announcement builds on Diriyah’s world class community centric developments, delivering an unprecedented quality of life with a unique sense of place. DIRIYAH, 8 May, 2024: Diriyah Company has signed an exclusive partnership with Saudi Arabia Sotheby’s International Realty to broker sales for nine luxury branded residences, ‘Baccarat Residences, Diriyah’, ......Read More

Thursday, May 9, 2024
UAE Ministry of Finance Participated in 2024 IsDB Group Annual Meetings

Celebrating the Golden Jubilee, which marks 50 years since the Bank's establishment. Riyadh, KSA: 30 April 2024 – The UAE Ministry of Finance participated in the 2024 Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Annual Meetings held from 27 to 30 April 2024 in Riyadh, KSA. This year's annual meetings coincided with the Golden Jubilee of ......Read More

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

WEF Special Meeting concludes in Riyadh with world leaders calling for clear, irreversible path to p ...

Riyadh provides global platform for leading public and private players to launch initiatives, make major announcements in healthcare, technology, space and sustainability sectors Riyadh-Saudi Arabia. 29 April 2024 – Riyadh hosted more than 1,000 global leaders for the two-day World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting in Riyadh, where ......Read More

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

How will billions of muslims preform Hajj in the future?

Top travel and hospitality experts meet in Saudi to find solutions Riyadh: The upcoming Umrah and Ziyarah Forum in Madinah promises a glimpse into the future of Hajj. This prestigious event, held under the patronage of Governor Prince Salman bin Sultan Al Saud, aims to revolutionize the pilgrimage experience for Muslims worldwide. The ......Read More

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Magrabi Eye and Dental Complex Day Surgery Center inaugurates in Makkah

In presence of HE Minister of Health Eng. Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al-Jalajil Makkah, Saudi Arabia – 16 April 2024: His Excellency, Minister of Health Engineer Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al-Jalajil, inaugurated the Magrabi Eye and Dental Specialized Complex and Day Surgery in Makkah. The ceremony was attended by Magrabi Hospitals and ......Read More

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Saudi contribution to WFP will Provide Life-saving Food Assistance to around 378,000 Internally Disp ...

Rome/Riyadh – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomed today a generous contribution of USD 5 million from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) to support its operations in Palestine. The agreement was signed between HE Dr Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Royal Court Advisor and Supervisor General of KSrelief, and Ms. Cindy McCain, WFP’s Executive Director. The USD 5 million will be allocated to WFP operations in Gaza for life-saving food assistance provision to internally displaced Palestinians. This support will assist some 75,000 households (around 377,000 ......Read More

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology visits Unifonic's new headquarters in Ri ...

03 April 2024- His Excellency Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, Minister of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia visited the new headquarters of Unifonic, a leading conversational AI platform and SaaS provider in Riyadh. The Minister's visit to the Tamkeen Tower in Olaya District underscores the company's leadership position ......Read More

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Marking a historic achievement, non-oil activities reached 50% of Saudi Arabia's Real GDP in 2023

Riyadh- Saudi Arabia. 14 March 2024 – Non-oil activities in the Kingdom recorded their highest contribution to the Real GDP during the year 2023 at 50%, which is the highest historical level ever reached, based on the Ministry of Economy and Planning’s analysis of data issued by the General Authority for Statistics. The Kingdom's non-oil economy reached SAR 1.7 trillion, driven by continued growth in investment, consumption, and exports. The historic non-oil GDP rate was achieved due to an unprecedented performance in real non-government investment during the last two years with a growth rate of 57%, bringing the value of non-government investments to its highest ......Read More

Friday, March 15, 2024

Asm Global Appointed Managers of kafd Conference center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC) and ASM Global have announced the signing of a strategic partnership through which ASM Global will lead the operation and management of the prestigious King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Conference Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic partnership marks a ......Read More

Friday, March 15, 2024
Saudi Arabia Champions Transparent Pandemic Response at G20 Health Ministers' Meeting

Global Health Accord on the Horizon to Combat Future Pandemics Riyadh: Health ministers from the G20 convened virtually on Wednesday to coordinate efforts in drafting an accord to bolster global pandemic prevention and preparedness. The meeting highlighted the need to strengthen the effectiveness of global health systems through ......Read More

Friday, March 15, 2024

New Murabba Development Company partners with Tourism Development Fund to bring Riyadh's visionary d ...

Riyadh, February xx.2024: New Murabba Development Company (NMDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tourism Development Fund (TDF) to spearhead the transformation of Riyadh. The agreement will see the two entities work closely together to create New Murabba: the world’s largest , modern downtown, serving as a model ......Read More

Friday, March 1, 2024

Guinness World Record representatives deliver certificates to SWCC in the presence of the Saudi Arab ...

Nine Guinness Certifications Reinforce SWCC's Leadership as the World's Largest Water Producer Riyadh, February 20, 2024: The Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) has recently established nine new Guinness World Records, further cementing its position as the world's largest producer of desalinated water. SWCC produces ......Read More

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The Arabian Leopard Fund announces first-of-its-kind scholarship programme to train and upskill next ...

50 students will be offered full scholarship in conservation related fields for bachelor’s degree Scholarship complements introduction of the Arabian Leopard Grant to champion specialized research and sustainable approaches in conservation of this Critically Endangered sub-species. New initiatives announced at official opening of ......Read More

Thursday, February 15, 2024
Makana 360 Partners with World Defense Show 2024 for Advanced Social Listening and Media Monitoring ...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 6 February 2024: Makana 360 is honored to announce its partnership with the World Defense Show (WDS) 2024, providing unparalleled social listening and monitoring services to one of the leading global defense and security events. Makana 360 will also offer benchmarking media analysis against similar global events and occasions. ......Read More

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

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