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  • Saudi Alternative Energy Sector Set for Big Year with Localization in Focus
     

    With U.S. shale now forecasted by analysts and the U.S. EIA to out-produce Saudi Arabia and Russia in 2018, and Saudi Arabia needing to burn less of its own oil for domestic use and continue toward a more sustainable economy, alternative energy in the Kingdom has never been hotter. Saudi leaders have long talked about the benefit of a […]

     
  • Bloomberg News, MiSK Launch Course in Dubai to Train Aspiring Saudi Journalists
     

    Bloomberg news and Saudi Arabia’s MiSK Foundation have teamed up to launch a course on financial reporting to train aspiring Saudi journalists, according to a report in Arab News. The intensive week-long course is taught at the Bloomberg Middle East headquarters in Dubai. 30 Saudi undergraduates, including 22 women and eight men, were chosen by MiSK […]

     
  • Saudi Announces New Benefits for Soldiers and Government Workers to Offset Fiscal Reform Measures
     

    Saudi Arabia announced new royal decrees to alleviate economic pain from new austerity measures taken as part of reforms meant to wean the Kingdom’s economy off of oil. After a week that saw Saudis frustrated on social media over price hikes on gasoline and power, as well as the introduction of a Value Added Tax (VAT), […]

     
  • Two Top Officials in Crackdown Sweep Return to Public Eye
     

    Two top officials detained in last year’s crackdown on corruption in Saudi Arabia have returned to the public eye following settlement payments, according to reports. Prince Miteb bin Abdullah, former head of the Saudi national guard and son of the late King Abdullah, was photographed alongside Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at a horse race […]

     
  • ‘Largest Ever’ Budgeted Expenditure for Saudi Arabia in 2018 as Kingdom Looks to Propel Growth
     

    Government officials unveiled Saudi Arabia’s largest budgeted expenditure ever as the Kingdom looks to propel economic growth following two years of reduced spending. Compared to previous years, the budget is expansionary. Saudi Arabia will spend SR88 billion ($23.5 billion) more in 2018 compared with 2017. The announcement was made at a press conference at which Finance Minister Mohammed […]

     
  • Nearly $20b in Stimulus for Saudi Economy in 2018
     

    Saudi Arabia has unveiled a stimulus package to begin next year with money to support housing construction as well as fee waivers for small businesses. Saudi Arabia’s King Salman issued a royal decree approving 72 billion riyals ($19.2 billion) worth of measures to stimulate growth in the private sector next year (2018), and 200 billion […]

     
  • Bloomberg Report: Meeting Held Today at White House to Discuss Potential for U.S.-Saudi 123 Agreement
     

    Trump Administration officials are reportedly meeting at the White House today to discuss details of a potential nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, known as a 123 Agreement, according to two administration officials quoted in Bloomberg. Section 123 of the U.S. Atomic Energy Act requires the conclusion of a peaceful nuclear cooperation agreement for significant transfers of nuclear material, equipment, […]

     
  • Energy Secretary Rick Perry Meets with Top Saudi Leaders; Photos from Visit Go Viral
     

    U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry visited Saudi Arabia over the weekend as part of a tour of three Gulf states, his first trip to the region since becoming the top U.S. energy official. Secretary Perry’s tour of Saudi Arabia was packed with events and visits with key Saudi officials as well as energy institutions in the […]

     
  • UAE, Saudi Arabia to form new ‘Joint Cooperation Committee’
     

    The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday announced it has formed “a new economic and partnership group” that is a “joint cooperation committee” with Saudi Arabia, separate from the Gulf Cooperation Council, in a move that further emphasizes Saudi-UAE alignment amid a diplomatic crisis with member state Qatar. The Emirati Foreign Ministry announcement was made just hours ahead of a […]

     
  • Second Missile in a Month Launched from Yemen Intercepted by Saudi Military
     

    For the second time in a month, the Saudi military has intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile that was launched from Yemen on Thursday. The missile did not cause any casualties and was headed towards the Saudi city of Khamis Mushait on the Kingdom’s southwestern border, according to reports. Yemen’s Iran-backed armed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the […]

     

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  • Saudi Prince Steps In as Power Broker in Trump’s New World Order

    MBS, as the oil-rich kingdom’s de facto ruler is known, is one of the few global power brokers to enjoy a close relationship with Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, while most Arab heads of state see him as critical to tackling a more erratic Washington. That has positioned Riyadh as the most likely venue for a Trump-Putin summit on Ukraine, and puts Prince Mohammed at the heart of the regional response to Trump’s controversial proposals for war-ravaged Gaza. Saudi officials believe that positioning MBS as a peacemaker furthers the kingdom’s goal of becoming a middle-ranked global power that’s friends with everyone and pursues a foreign policy that’s mainly in the service of its economic interests and aspirations.

  • Saudi Arabia Emerges as Key Global Player Under Trump

    Saudi Arabia's diplomatic maneuvers reflect its ambitions to assert itself globally while securing its own geopolitical interests. Its support for a negotiated peace in Ukraine could bolster its influence with both Washington and Moscow, while its leadership on Gaza underscores its regional authority. The Kingdom's balancing act will test its ability to navigate the complex dynamics of great power competition and Middle East stability. "Saudi Arabia's recent diplomatic maneuvers reflect a growing maturity from Riyadh that we didn't see during President Donald Trump's first term. The Kingdom appears to have moved on from an unrealistic foreign policy approach towards the region, and instead seems to be using its leverage and embracing diplomacy as a tool for regional stability and strategic influence."

  • Discover a World of Cinematic Opportunities in Saudi Arabia

    The Saudi Film Commission, one of 11 specialized commissions under the Ministry of Culture, plays a pivotal role in empowering the industry and driving its development, further strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a leader in the global film landscape. From the high mountains of the north to the Red Sea’s white beaches in the west, and from vast deserts in the east to green landscapes in the south, Saudi Arabia offers an array of possibilities for filmmakers. The Kingdom’s landscapes, with their modern cities, reflect a blend of heritage and modernity, offering the chance to tell diverse stories. Sites like NEOM, Alula, Diriyah, Riyadh, Jeddah and the Empty Quarter provide a versatile backdrop providing locations that can stand in for a wide variety of settings.

  • Explorer completes first stage of bid to cross Saudi Arabia on foot

    Writer and TV presenter Alice Morrison, from Edinburgh, began her journey on New Year’s Day at the border with Jordan. Accompanied by two camels – named Juicy and Lulu – and local guides, the 61-year-old has now covered the 930 kilometres to the Prophet’s Mosque, also known as Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, in Madinah. The seven-week journey saw the seasoned explorer average about 23km – or 33,000 steps – per day. During the journey, Ms Morrison, who speaks fluent Arabic, explored numerous pieces of the country’s rich history – including ancient ruins, bronze age tombs, and relics from the old Hejaz railway.

  • Saudi Arabia deports 10,822 illegal residents in a week

    Saudi Arabia has deported 10,822 illegal residents during the last week, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. A total of 29,510 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents while 3678 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations during the period between Feb. 06 and 12. The Saudi security forces have arrested a total of 22,663 illegal residents from various regions of the Kingdom during the last week. The arrests were made during the joint field security campaigns that were carried out in collaboration with the relevant government agencies.

  • How Saudi Arabia is leveraging regenerative tourism to blend luxury with sustainability

    At the heart of Saudi Arabia’s environmental strategy is regenerative tourism, which aims to protect natural habitats through science-led approaches and sustainable practices. Unlike sustainable tourism, which aims to minimize harm, regenerative tourism strives to improve destinations through conservation, community engagement and science-led initiatives. This includes implementing eco-friendly infrastructure, protecting biodiversity, and involving local communities in conservation efforts to ensure long-term environmental and economic benefits.

  • Cybersecurity market seen to rise 13% in Saudi Arabia: PwC official

    Samer Omar, PwC Middle East Cybersecurity & Digital Trust Leader, said Saudi Arabia's cybersecurity market is estimated at SAR 13-14 billion, of which 31% is dominated by the government & public sector and the remaining 69% by the private sector, as outlined in a 2024 report by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11-13% over the next five years, driven by the continued investments and accelerated technological developments, Omar said in an interview with Argaam on the sidelines of LEAP 2025 Conference.

  • Saudi Arabia eyes $1 trillion infrastructure boost by 2030

    Saudi Arabia plans to invest nearly $1 trillion in infrastructure projects by 2030 to accelerate economic diversification and boost private-sector participation, Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al Ibrahim announced. Speaking at the Public Investment Fund (PIF) Private Sector Forum in Riyadh, Al Ibrahim said the Kingdom’s non-oil sector is set for significant expansion by 2026, fueled by investments in key industries. He highlighted the PIF’s pivotal role in shaping the economy, establishing strategic companies, and fostering new industries that drive long-term growth.

  • BYD Energy Storage Secures World’s Largest Energy Storage Contracts with Saudi Electricity Company

    BYD Energy Storage has signed a landmark agreement with Saudi Electricity Company for the development of energy storage projects with a total capacity of 12.5 GWh, marking the largest energy storage contracts in the world to date. Combined with the previously delivered 2.6 GWh project, the collaboration now amounts to 15.1 GWh of energy storage capacity, reinforcing their commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy sector. The agreement is a significant step towards Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals, aiming to enhance the country’s energy infrastructure and accelerate the transition to renewables. The projects will be deployed across five sites, fully integrating with Saudi Arabia’s power transmission network to ensure grid stability, manage peak energy demand, and support the growing adoption of renewable energy sources.

  • US, Ukrainian officials head to Saudi Arabia as talks loom on ending Russia’s war

    A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Saudi Arabia for meetings in preparation for a possible visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a Ukrainian minister said Sunday, at a time of intense speculation over planned U.S.-Russia talks in the kingdom to end Moscow’s war on its neighbor. It also comes as a top U.S. envoy revealed that he and a fellow negotiator appointed by U.S. President Donald Trump were heading to Saudi Arabia. Ukrainian Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, who also serves as first deputy prime minister, didn’t clarify whether there is a link between Zelenskyy’s possible trip and the previously announced U.S.-Russia talks. In a Facebook post, she said that the Ukrainian delegation’s focus is on strengthening economic ties, as Kyiv “prepares to sign important economic agreements with countries in the region.”