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  • In Win for Saudis, OPEC Agrees On ‘Modest’ Increase in Oil Production
     

    The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) agreed on Friday on a modest increase in oil production from July, Reuters reports, after its de-facto leader Saudi Arabia “persuaded arch-rival Iran to cooperate” amid calls from major consumers to help reduce the price of crude and avoid a supply shortage. The increase followed days of […]

     
  • Report: Saudi Binladin Group (SBG) to be Renamed and Resized after Rough Decade, Graft Allegations
     

    The one time leader in Saudi Arabia’s construction market, Saudi Binladin Group, will be slimmed down and renamed, according to an exclusive Reuters report, which cited six sources familiar with the matter. The government seized management control of the construction giant from the chairman and other family members after they were detained in anti-graft arrests last […]

     
  • In Boost to Corruption Reforms, King Salman Signs Order Protecting Whistleblowers
     

    Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has ordered protection for employees who report financial and administrative corruption, according to reports, an indication that the Kingdom is taking seriously its efforts to combat graft. King Salman’s order is an “interim measure while more detailed legislation is finalized,” according to Faisal bin Farhan, the top advisor to the Royal Embassy […]

     
  • ‘Huge Potential’ for Tourism in Saudi Arabia, Jadwa Finds
     

    A recently published research report by Riyadh-based Jadwa Investment finds a ripe landscape for investment and job growth potential in Saudi Arabia’s budding tourism sector, set for gains as the Kingdom continues to open up. “Despite high local demand and consumer spending, the sector has not been a strong performer yet, offering sizeable growth opportunities for […]

     
  • Saudi Aramco Inks Two Deals Worth Nearly $50 Billion
     

    Saudi Aramco inked two deals yesterday totaling a whopping $49 billion as the state-run oil company ramps up to a planned public offering. The Wall Street Journal and Reuters report that India and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday signed an agreement to set up a “mega” crude-oil refinery with a capacity to process 1.2 million barrels a day, […]

     
  • With Entertainment Opportunities in Focus, Saudi Pitches to 250 Hollywood Elite
     

    Saudi officials on Wednesday pitched ambitious entertainment industry plans to about 250 representatives from major Hollywood financiers and players in Los Angeles. The event, organized by the Saudi General Entertainment Authority at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, featured Saudi investment and private-sector leaders who “promised a cadre of services to facilitate U.S. investment and partnerships […]

     
  • Report Says ‘Comprehensive Solution’ for Yemen Civil War under Negotiation between Saudi Arabia, Houthis
     

    Saudi Arabia and armed Houthi forces are holding heretofore secret talks to try to end the three-year-old war, diplomats and Yemeni political sources told Reuters. Two diplomats and two Yemeni officials said Houthi spokesman Mohammed Abdul-Salam had been in direct communication with Saudi officials in Oman on a “comprehensive solution” to the conflict, the report said. “There are consultations […]

     
  • Saudi Government Aims for $57 Billion Growth in Mortgage Industry by 2020, Report Says
     

    Saudi Arabia’s housing ministry has set a target for the mortgage market to reach a total value of 502 billion riyals ($134 billion) by 2020 from a current 290 billion riyals ($77.3 billion), according to a report in Reuters which cited the Kingdom’s minister of housing Majed al-Hogail. That goal can be reached through new efforts […]

     
  • Flurry of Deals as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Visits Egypt
     

    After a unique military escort given by Egyptian fighter jets and a warm welcome from Egypt’s top leaders upon arrival, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wasted little time in dealmaking with Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The two countries moved forward on several major agreements. Saudi Arabia and Egypt agreed to set up a $10 […]

     
  • Reports Confirm Mohammed bin Salman to Visit U.S. in March; Schedule Remains Unclear
     

    Conflicting reports have emerged in the U.S. media in the past 24 hours surrounding an expected visit by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the United States this month. Last night, an exclusive report by Joyce Karam for The National said the Crown Prince would visit the United States for a longer visit, starting March […]

     

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  • A Trump win would impact Gulf trade and oil markets

    Oxford Economics’ Global Scenarios Services has modelled the outcomes of these two scenarios. We find that a Harris presidency will provide a boost to the US economy over the next couple of years through the expansion of social benefits, but is unlikely to materially alter the economic outlook for the GCC. An alternative outcome is a full-blown Trump presidency in which he not only wins the White House and Republicans regain control of Congress, but a re-elected President Trump follows through in full on his election pledges.

  • Regional rail projects transforming urban development within the GCC

    “Rail infrastructure projects are more than just transportation solutions—they are economic catalysts. By creating efficient, interconnected transport systems, they unlock new opportunities for businesses, reduce congestion, and improve productivity. Such projects provide reliable, affordable mobility options, reducing commuting times and opening new doors for commerce, tourism, and industry.” “The construction phases of these large-scale rail projects generate thousands of jobs and supporting nationalisation, while their operational phases foster employment opportunities across multiple sectors. From retail to technology, robust transportation networks help cities become more attractive to investors and entrepreneurs, paving the way for economic diversification. This economic shift supports long-term ambitions for sustainable, thriving economies across the GCC.”

  • Premier League will not review Saudi Newcastle deal after Bin Salman claims

    Leaked WhatsApp ­messages from the former Newcastle minority co-owner Amanda Staveley obtained by the Telegraph suggest the buyout hinged on the approval of Bin ­Salman, the kingdom’s de facto leader. Although the £305m ­takeover led by Saudi’s Public Investment Fund in 2021 was approved only once the Premier League received “legally binding assurances” that the Saudi state would not control Newcastle, it is understood the governing body will not be re-examining its legitimacy.

  • What’s behind Algeria’s suspension of Saudi-owned Al Arabiya news?

    Algeria's recent move against Al Arabiya came just one day after Iraq’s Communications and Media Commission revoked the license and closed the office of Saudi media conglomerate MBC Group, the parent company of Al Arabiya. The decision came after MBC aired a controversial report on Friday calling recently slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Qasem Soleimani and others terrorists. The report has since been removed from all MBC platforms.

  • Yahya Sinwar’s death alone won’t end the war

    The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, who was killed while battling Israeli soldiers in the southern Gaza town of Rafah last Wednesday, is a potential inflection point in the now year-long war that has seen at least 42,000 Palestinians killed and most of the Gaza Strip reduced to rubble. As the architect of the Oct. 7 attack and the ultimate arbiter over whether and when to accept a cease-fire, Sinwar’s death represents a major accomplishment for Israel’s military, which has racked up numerous tactical victories but has so far failed to achieve a decisive victory over Hamas. Both US and Israeli leaders have cast Sinwar as the primary obstacle to a cease-fire and hostage release deal, which has been stalled for many weeks.

  • The Presidential Election’s Implications for Gulf Oil Exporters

    With less than a month before Americans go to the polls to elect a new president, the global oil market is in turmoil because of geopolitical developments in the Middle East. The risk of an oil price shock should Israel target Iran’s energy infrastructure in response to Iran’s October 1 missile attack would have repercussions beyond the region. Oil prices immediately surged to register the highest weekly increase in more than a year after the October 1 attack, as the market braced for Israel’s response. Any further increase in the price of oil might influence voters come the U.S. election in November with the incumbent Democratic Party at risk of being penalized at the polls if there is a spike in U.S. gasoline prices.

  • Saudi Arabia and BRICS—a balancing act?

    Russia last month invited Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to attend the Oct. 22-24 BRICS summit it is hosting in Kazan. The summit is the bloc’s first since its expansion last year when six new members—Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—were invited to join. While countries such as Iran have been quick to accept the invite, the Kingdom has yet to confirm its formal alignment with BRICS. Most likely, Saudi strategists are still weighing all pros and cons of membership—with factors in favor and against broadly balanced.

  • Putin hosts BRICS summit in Russia under shadow of Ukraine war

    Russia wants the BRICS summit to showcase the rising clout of the non-Western world, but Moscow's partners from China, India, Brazil and the Arab world are urging President Vladimir Putin to find a way to end the war in Ukraine. The BRICS group now accounts for 45% of the world's population and 35% of its economy, based on purchasing power parity, though China accounts for over half of its economic might.

  • How Saudi parents rationalize the choice of schoolfor their children

    In societies where education holds high significance and parental ambitions for their chil-dren’s academic achievements are profound, understanding the rationale behind parental school choice becomes crucial. This study aims to explore the question: Are Saudi parentsrational in selecting their children’s schools? Through an in-depth analysis of preferences and decision-making factors, this research endeavors to shed light on the intricate dynamicsinfluencing parental school choice within the Saudi Arabian context.

  • Saudi Arabia: Parsons, OBMI signs contracts with ARDARA

    ARDARA‘s flagship destination is AlWadi – the exciting mixed-use waterfront development in the heart of Downtown Abha. Elegantly designed homes, thriving commercial spaces, vibrant retail hubs, and exhilarating entertainment outlets that will entice residents and visitors throughout the seasons.