FIFA issues highest ever rating for 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid received a higher technical score from Fifa than the 2026 joint bid by the United States, Canada and Mexico, even though the Middle Eastern nation has yet to construct a number of stadiums proposed for the tournament.
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Riyadh hosts COP16 – the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
The largest-ever meeting of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is set to kick-off in Riyadh, with an action-packed agenda to drive multilateral action on land degradation, drought and desertification. -
Its a big day – Riyadh Metro
King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud today inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of the capital’s public transport network. One of the Kingdom’s major projects during his prosperous reign — a network that spans 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations, including 4 iconic ones. -
FY 2025 Budget approved with $27bn deficit forecast
Saudi Arabia the state budget for fiscal year 2025 with revenues projected at SR1.18 trillion ($315.73 billion) and expenditure at SR1.28 trillion, leading to a deficit of SR101 billion. Saudi Arabia’s Real GDP growth is projected at 4.6 percent in 2025, up from the 0.8% in 2024 -
Moody’s upgrades Saudi Arabia’s rating on economic diversification efforts
Moody’s upgraded Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating to Aa3, citing progress in economic diversification and prudent fiscal management. The agency’s fourth-highest grade reflects confidence in KSA to sustain forecasted deficits of 2%-3% per year through 2030, supported by a low debt to GDP ratio.
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First three lines of Riyadh Metro to open this week
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Saudi has localized about 20% of its military spending
Saudi Arabia has localized 19.35% of its military spending, a significant increase from 4% in 2018, with plans to exceed 50% by 2030 according to Eng. Ahmed Al-Ohali, Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI). -
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Design revealed for 92,000-seat venue to be flagship of 2034 FIFA World Cup
Saudi Arabia unveiled plans on Tuesday for the King Salman International Stadium, a 92,000-seat venue designed to host the opening and final matches of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Located in northern Riyadh, the stadium will be the largest in the country and is scheduled for completion in 2029. -
Misk Global Forum 2024 underway in Riyadh
The Misk Global Forum 2024 is taking place in the Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City "Misk City," centered around the theme: "By Youth for Youth." -
Saudi FM participates in G20 Summit in Brazil
The G20 2024 summit is being held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on November 18 and 19 with a focus on the fight against hunger, poverty and inequality; sustainable development and reform for global governance.
