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  • Dow Chemical to Buy 15% More of Sadara to Boost Stake to 50%
     

    Dow Chemical plans to buy an additional 15 percent stake in its $20 billion joint venture with Saudi Aramco, the companies said on Monday according to reports. The U.S.-Saudi joint venture, named Sadara, aims to transform Saudi Arabia “from a consumer and importer to a global exporter,” according to Saudi Energy Minister Khalid al-Falih. U.S.-based Dow Chemical […]

     
  • Rules Issued for Small-Scale Solar Generation in Saudi Arabia
     

    Saudi Arabia has issued a regulatory framework for electricity consumers to operate their own, small-scale solar power generating systems and export unused power to the national grid, according to a Reuters report citing a government statement. The rules will come into force next July 1 and cover small photovoltaic facilities with generating capacity of no more […]

     
  • Saudi Ministry of Justice Approves New Protections for Women in Saudi Arabia
     

    The Saudi Ministry of Justice issued four important decisions and proposals to limit the abuse of women, including raising the age that a woman is allowed to marry to 17 years old, according to a report in the Middle East Monitor that cited the Saudi daily Okaz. The Ministry proposed a rule that “permission to […]

     
  • Saudi Arabia is the World’s Largest Arms Importer, Qatar Third – UK Study
     

    Saudi Arabia is the largest arms importer in the world by total sales amount, with regional rival Qatar surging to third largest importer, according to a data released by the UK’s Ministry of Justice. The report sheds light on the flow of arms, weaponry and military equipment around the world. According to the data, which can be […]

     
  • Recent Economic Data for July 2017 Points to Mixed Picture for Saudi Economy
     

    Growth in Saudi Arabia’s non-oil private sector accelerated in July, albeit at a moderate pace, while the expansion in employment slowed, according to a Reuters report citing a Emirates NBD survey. “The seasonally-adjusted Emirates NBD Saudi Arabia Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 55.7 last month from 54.3 in June. A level above 50 means business is […]

     
  • Demands from Qatar Modified to ‘Six Broad Principles’
     

    Saudi Arabia and 3 Arab nations leading a boycott of Qatar are no longer insisting it comply with a list of 13 specific demands they tabled last month, according to reports. Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt told reporters at the United Nations they now wanted it to accept “six broad principles.” […]

     
  • Step Forward for Women in Saudi Arabia as Physical Education Classes for Girls OKed
     

    Saudi public schools will begin offering physical education for girls in the coming academic year, the education ministry announced on Tuesday, in another step forward for women and girls in the Kingdom. The long-awaited reform was announced by Education Minister Ahmed al-Issa on Tuesday. The announcement said that P.E. for girls would start with the […]

     
  • Oversupply in Oil Markets Continues Downward Pressure on Prices
     

    Global oil markets have entered a period of oversupply, putting downward pressure on prices and eliciting calls for the world’s largest producers like Saudi Arabia to act on top of March 2017 OPEC cuts to reduce the glut. Oil prices fell 3 percent on Friday after data showed U.S. production rose last week just as […]

     
  • Response to Qatar Demands Given Two-Day Deadline Extension
     

    Four Arab states lead by Saudi Arabia agreed to extend until late on Tuesday a deadline for Doha to comply with a list of demands, as U.S. President Donald Trump voiced concern to both sides about the dispute, according to Reuters and other reports. Qatar’s foreign minister said via Twitter that the demands “were meant […]

     
  • Saudi Begins Extended Eid Al-Fitr Holiday as Massive Celebrations Planned
     

    An extended Eid Al-Fitr holiday began in Saudi Arabia and most other Arab countries on Sunday, marking the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates will also start the holiday on Sunday, but Oman starts the holiday on Monday, according to reports. The timing of Eid can vary […]

     

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  • Saudi Arabia drives MENA e-commerce growth during festive season: Report

    A joint study by Flowwow and Admitad found that during the 2024 holiday season, Saudi Arabia was a major factor in the 44% increase in e-commerce orders throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Gifting, cultural celebrations, and mobile shopping trends all contributed to the spike. Around 62% of online purchases in Saudi Arabia were made on mobile devices, making it the country with the highest adoption rate of mobile commerce. The MENA e-commerce market is predicted to grow significantly and reach USD 50 billion by 2025, according to the report. Activity in this market significantly increased over the holiday season.

  • Saudi firm completes $1.24bn takeover of Olam’s agri unit

    Saudi Arabia’s SALIC International Investment Company has acquired a 35.43% stake in Olam Agri Holdings for $1.24 billion. The deal, which closed on December 23, 2024, values Olam Agri Holdings at US$3.5 billion. Olam Group will retain a majority stake of 64.57% in the agricultural unit. The transaction was first announced in March 2022. As part of the agreement, Olam Agri and the Saudi Agriculture and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) have established a Strategic Supply & Cooperation Agreement, aimed at expanding Olam’s presence in Middle Eastern markets.

  • Annual rainfall up 53% in Saudi Arabia

    The annual rainfall in Saudi Arabia recorded an increase of 53.4% in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to figures from the kingdom’s General Authority for Statistics. The state agency also revealed that the amount of flood water that flowed into the kingdom’s dams last year amounted to 1,564 million cubic metres, recording an increase of 164.1% compared to the previous year.

  • Maximum fine of SR100000 for intentionally blocking or obstructing public road

    The executive regulations of the Law of the Protection of Public Facilities stipulate that anyone who intentionally damages, blocks or obstructs a public road or flood drainage passages shall be slapped with a fine of 75 percent of the cost of repairing the damaged area, not to exceed SR100000. In the event of committing the violation by a group of persons, they shall jointly bear the value of the penalty, and this does not prevent the completion of the procedures for referring the perpetrators to the competent court. The executive regulations, approved by Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid Al-Hogail, obligate the violator to compensate for all damages caused to the public facility, including the costs of repairing the damage caused.

  • Saudi National Team Qualifies for Semi-finals of 26th Arabian Gulf Cup with 3–1 Victory Over Iraq

    The Saudi national football team has secured its qualification for the semi-finals of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup after defeating Iraq 3–1 in its final group-stage match today. Saudi goals came from Forward Salem Al-Dawsari, who converted a penalty in the 57th minute, and Striker Abdullah Al-Hamdan, who scored in the 81st and 86th minutes. Iraq’s sole goal was scored by Forward Mohanad Ali in the 64th minute. With this victory, the Saudi team increased its points tally to six and secured its place in the semi-finals alongside group leader Bahrain.

  • Saudi Arabia to provide $500m in new economic support for Yemen

    Saudi Arabia announced on Friday a new economic support package for Yemen worth $500 million and aimed at bolstering the government’s budget, stabilizing the Central Bank of Yemen, and fostering the development and stability of the Yemeni people. The latest assistance includes a $300 million deposit into the Central Bank of Yemen to improve economic and financial conditions, alongside $200 million to address the Yemeni budget deficit, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

  • Saudi Arabia condemns Israel’s burning of Gaza hospital

    Saudi Arabia on Friday denounced the burning of a Gaza hospital by Israeli forces and the forced removal of patients and medical staff from the facility. Hospital officials said that Israeli troops raided Kamal Adwan Hospital on Friday, gathered staff outside the facility, removed their clothes, and took them to an unknown location. Israeli soldiers then set fire to several parts of the facility, which is one of the last operating in the northernmost part of the Gaza Strip, including the surgery department, according to the Palestinian health ministry in the enclave.

  • ‘Year of the Camel’: A Celebration of Saudi Heritage and Identity

    The Ministry of Culture declared 2024 the "Year of the Camel", an initiative that celebrated the unique bond between men and camels, and showcased the enduring legacy of these magnificent creatures.  In the Holy Quran, the camel is described as a marvel of creation. Islamic tradition highlights the significance of camels to the lives of prophets, notably the she-camel of Prophet Saleh, a divine miracle, and Al-Qaswa, the Prophet Muhammad's companion. King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Faisal Al Saud, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia, acknowledged the significance of camels; his own journey of unification was inextricably linked to his she-camel, "Masiha", which was not merely a means of transportation but also a symbol of his unwavering determination and resilience.

  • Saudi Arabia’s Year in Sport: Highlights from a blockbuster 2024 in the Kingdom

    From football to Formula 1 and boxing to MMA, 2024 has been a huge year of sport in Saudi Arabia, as the Kingdom continues to cement its position as one of the globe’s leading destinations for elite-level competition. Last Saturday’s heavyweight boxing clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandar Usyk was the final major sporting event of a memorable year, which has seen numerous records tumble and titles change hands. With the curtain coming down on 2024, Al Arabiya English reflects on another busy 12 months of sport in the Kingdom.

  • Saudi Arabia publishes camel vocabulary guide

    The King Salman Academy of Arabic (KSGAAL) has unveiled a comprehensive linguistic resource that includes terms and expressions related to camels, their breeds, colors, life stages, and diseases. In addition to the scientific section, the dictionary features a chapter on idioms, proverbs, stories, fairy tales, and poems dedicated to these iconic animals, Azernews reports. KSGAAL Secretary General Abdullah Al-Vashmi emphasized that the guide is a vital tool for preserving and understanding the central role of camels in Arab culture. Historically, these animals were the primary means of transportation, traversing mountains, valleys, and deserts like ships crossing the sea.