Future Minerals Forum wraps in Riyadh
The Fourth Ministerial Roundtable meeting began today as part of the Future Minerals Forum, hosting government representatives from 90 countries, including 16 G20 nations. The event featured participation from 50 international organizations, NGOs and global leaders in the mining industry.
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Tesla to enter Saudi Arabia this quarter
Elon Musk’s Tesla is set to launch in Saudi Arabia this quarter, marking its entry into one of the world’s largest oil-producing nations as it continues expanding across the Gulf, sources familiar with the plans told AGBI. -
KAUST develops technique to extract lithium from seawater
KAUST’s technology can extract lithium from seawater. The process drives seawater under an electrical field through a special membrane. Lithium passes through the membrane while unwanted elements are blocked. This allows lithium to be collected cost effectively. -
‘Golden Handshake’ initiative to launch in effort to boost government efficiency
Saudi Arabia is to offer cash incentives to encourage unproductive employees in the public sector to resign in a bid to tackle inefficiency. Saudi newspapers have reported that the government has earmarked nearly 12.7 billion riyals ($3.38 billion) for the three-year plan -
Ministers from 17 countries meet in Riyadh for talks on Syria
Ministers from 17 Middle East and western countries have met in Riyadh to discuss how to speed aid to the new Syrian government while keeping pressure on the caretaker leadership to meet its commitment to run an administration representative of all religions and ethnic groups.
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Alat and Lenovo complete a $2 billion investment and collaboration agreement
The global technology powerhouse Lenovo Group Limited and Alat, a KSA Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, have announced the completion of the US$2 billion investment (via three-year zero-coupon convertible bonds) and strategic collaboration. -
Jeddah to host Formula E World Championship for first time
For the first time in its 11th season, the Formula E World Championship will be held in Jeddah, with the 3rd and 4th rounds scheduled for February 14 and 15. -
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Saudi Arabia approves borrowing plan of $37bn for 2025
Saudi Arabia estimates funding needs of about 139 billion riyals ($37.02 billion) in 2025 under a borrowing plan approved by Finance Minister Mohammed Al Jadaan, the National Debt Management Center (NDMC) said on Sunday. -
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Dakar Rally 2025 kicks off in Saudi Arabia!
Saudi Arabia kicks off the 2025 edition of the world-famous Dakar Rally, marking the sixth consecutive year in the Kingdom. The rally runs from January 3 to 17th, is organized by the Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) and the Saudi Motorsport Company, with oversight from the Ministry of
