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Saudi Arabia's FIFA World Cup 2026 spot confirmed after nail-biting draw with Iraq
Saudi Arabia secures a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Iraq. Image X Saudi Arabia has clinched their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a nail-biting 0-0 draw against Iraq in Jeddah, marking a historic moment for the...
Saudi energy minister says economic stability is prerequisite for sustainability goals
Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud said on Wednesday that energy security and economic prosperity are prerequisites for addressing sustainability and climate change. Without energy security and economic prosperity, "I don't...

Saudi Arabia pledges billions with Cultural Investment Conference
By Euronews Published on 15/10/2025 - 9:43 GMT+2 The Cultural Investment Conference 2025, organised by the Saudi Ministry of Culture at the King Fahd Cultural Centre in Riyadh, has made clear the country's intentions when it comes to change....

Saudi Arabia Earns Draw with Iraq to Qualify for World Cup for 7th Time in its History
Saudi Arabia claimed a 0-0 draw with Iraq in Jeddah on Tuesday to seal qualification for next year's World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico – its seventh time to do so. Herve Renard's side only needed a point against Graham...

Saudi Red Sea unveiled as the Arabian Super Destination at Monaco Yacht Show, charting a new course from the Med to the Red
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) showcased the Saudi Red Sea’s luxury experiences, yachting readiness, and investment opportunities as the next frontier in superyachting at the Monaco Yacht Show. With state-of-the-art marinas, luxury yacht clubs,...

Saudi Arabia, Qatar qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Jeddah: Saudi Arabia and Qatar became the latest two Asian teams to have secured 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, sending United Arab Emirates and Iraq into the fifth round of Asian qualifying. Six teams were divided into two groups in the...

Saudi Arabia Hopes Sharm El-Sheikh Summit Will Boost Efforts to Achieve Regional Security
The Saudi government hoped on Tuesday that the Sharm el-Sheikh peace summit to end the war on Gaza would bolster efforts to achieve security and stability in the Middle East, ease the suffering of the Palestinian people and lead to a full Israeli...

Saudi, Portuguese FMs Discuss Bilateral Cooperation
The Saudi government hoped on Tuesday that the Sharm el-Sheikh peace summit to end the war on Gaza would bolster efforts to achieve security and stability in the Middle East, ease the suffering of the Palestinian people and lead to a full Israeli...

Saudi Communications Minister Meets Meta CEO, Top Tech Leaders During US Trip
Google said Tuesday it will invest $15 billion in India over the next five years, as it announced a giant data center and artificial intelligence base in the country. "It is the largest AI hub that we are investing in anywhere outside of the US,"...

Saudi Coach Renard Confident Ahead of Iraq Clash on Tuesday
Israel confirmed it will not take part in the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta after its athletes were denied visas, with the Israel Gymnastics Federation calling the decision shocking and heartbreaking. Indonesia said on Friday...
Saudi: Balady Poultry inks two lease deals to support $293mln investment strategy
Riyadh – Balady Poultry Company has signed two land lease agreements with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture for 19 years, renewable for similar periods. The two land plots span 27.70 million meters and 23 million meters in Wadi...

Saudi Arabia Qualify for 2026 World Cup after Draw with Iraq
Rabat – Saudi Arabia booked their place at the 2026 World Cup after a goalless draw with Iraq in Jeddah. The Green Falcons stand as the 7th Arab country participating in the global tournament next year. The match, held at Al-Inma Stadium, saw few...

Oscars: Saudi Arabia Picks Shahad Ameen’s ‘Hijra’ for International Feature Race
Saudi filmmaker Shahad Ameen’s road movie “Hijra,” centered on the bond formed between different generations of Saudi women during a journey across the desert, has been selected as Saudi Arabia’s candidate for the Oscar in the international...

SAL and SPL sign agreement to boost airmail handling in Saudi Arabia
SAL Logistics Services and Saudi Post (SPL) signed a strategic agreement in Riyadh on 13 October 2025 to enhance mail handling and transportation operations across Saudi Arabia. The agreement, signed by Mohammed Nahhas, CEO of SAL's Ground...

Retal subsidiary bags $123mln contract to build housing projects in Riyadh
A subsidiary of Retal Urban Development Company has signed a contract with ROSHN Group, a unit of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), to design and construct six residential buildings within the Sedra master development in Riyadh. The contract,...

Tight Race Continues for Final WTA Finals Spots in Riyadh
WUHAN, China (AP) — As the WTA season approaches its end, the competition heats up for the final two singles spots at the PIF WTA Finals in Riyadh. Mirra Andreeva, Jasmine Paolini, and Elena Rybakina are in a tight race, separated by just 407...

India, Saudi Arabia Hold Talks to Boost Textile Trade and Investment; Focus on RMG, Technical Textiles
India and Saudi Arabia identify the Ready-Made Garments sector as a key area for Saudi investment. (Photo Source: @TexMinIndia/X) In a major push to strengthen economic cooperation, a high-level Saudi Arabian delegation met with India's Ministry...

India, Saudi Arabia discuss new areas of collaboration in the Chemicals and Petrochemicals ...
India and Saudi Arabia recently discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation, promoting investments, and exploring new areas of collaboration in the Chemicals and Petrochemicals sector. A bilateral meeting was held between Department of Chemicals and...

PBA hosts Saudi delegation to advance strategic investments in Pakistan
LAHORE - The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA), in collaboration with the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), welcomed a high-level Saudi business delegation led by His Highness Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud, chairman of the...

Qatar, Saudi Arabia qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026
Doha: Qatar and Saudi Arabia secured places at next year’s World Cup on Tuesday after topping the two groups in the fourth round of Asian qualifying. Qatar edged United Arab Emirates 2-1 in Doha and Saudi Arabia drew 0-0 with Iraq in Jeddah to...