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WHO names SFDA regional nutrition hub as Saudi Arabia introduces new sodium, caffeine transparency rules
Food Business Africa Magazine
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July 16, 2025
SAUDI ARABIA- The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially designated the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) as its Regional Centre for Nutrition Collaboration for the Eastern Mediterranean Region, which encompasses 22 countries. The...
XAI in talks to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, Bloomberg News reports
Yahoo Finance
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(Reuters) -Elon Musk's xAI is in discussions to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, as part of an effort to expand its infrastructure in regions offering cheap energy and political goodwill. The...
ZATCA foils attempt to smuggle 310,000 Captagon pills through Jeddah port
Saudi Gazette
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July 18, 2025
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) thwarted an attempt to smuggle 310,000 Captagon pills, a form of amphetamine, into Saudi Arabia through Jeddah Islamic Port. ZATCA spokesperson Hamoud Al-Harbi said the...
Azfar Ahsan Warns K-Electric Dispute Risks Derailing Saudi Investment ...
Friday Times
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July 16, 2025
Muhammad Azfar Ahsan, Pakistan’s former Minister for Investment, has issued a stark warning over the deteriorating situation surrounding Saudi Arabia’s Al-Jomaih Group and its stalled investment in K-Electric. Citing growing frustration from...
Saudi Arabia signs 5 solar PPAs totaling 12 GW
pv-magazine
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July 14, 2025
Saudi Arabia has inked five solar power purchase agreements (PPAs) with a developer consortia led by ACWA Power covering 12 GW of new capacity. Alongside two wind PPAs totaling 3 GW, the seven projects have been billed as the largest renewable...
Saudi Arabia: UAE, GCC Residents Can Now Invest In Main Stock Market
MENAFN
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July 14, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Saudi Arabia's Capital Market Authority (CMA) announced that residents of the UAE and other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are now permitted to invest directly in the kingdom's main stock market. The regulatory...
Peru showcases mining investment opportunities to Saudi Arabia
Andina
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July 16, 2025
"Peru is a mining country, with economic growth close to 4%, and we are interested in mutual cooperation for the development of new business opportunities," Montero stated. "We recommend that you engage in dialogue with the Geological, Mining, and...
Saudi expands stock market access in bid to boost liquidity
Semafor
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July 14, 2025
Saudi Arabia further widened the franchise of who can invest in its stock market. Gulf residents will now be able to trade directly in the Tadawul, and expats will retain access to their investment accounts rather than being forced to shut them...
Saudi Arabia plans to train 1 million citizens in AI
Semafor
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July 14, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s AI strategy — beyond data centers and chips — is taking shape, with nationwide efforts to prepare the population to use the technology. Starting this academic year, students in public schools will begin studying AI as part of their...
Jordan, Saudi Arabia discuss joint geological surveys, mining sector cooperation
Ammon News
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July 16, 2025
Ammon News - Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh on Wednesday emphasized the significance of strengthening Jordanian-Saudi cooperation in geological surveying and data sharing along shared border areas, to support the...
Al-Hilal withdraw from Saudi Super Cup in Hong Kong as fans snap up tickets
South China Morning Post
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July 15, 2025
Al-Hilal have reportedly withdrawn from next month’s Saudi Super Cup in Hong Kong, although that did not stop fans snapping up the first tranche of tickets on Tuesday. The defending champions, who reached the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup...
EWC LoL Showdown in Riyadh Kicks Off July 16, Featuring MSI Powerhouses T1, Gen.G and Hanwha Life Esports
InvenGlobal
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July 15, 2025
From July 16 through 20, the League of Legends (LoL) competition at the Esports World Cup will take place. Starting July 7 and running through August 24, the Esports World Cup is being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the LoL tournament is just...
First Avenue, Asas Makeen ink deal to develop Jadah Al-Huda project in Riyadh
Eye of Riyadh
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First Avenue for Real Estate Development Co. signed a contract with Asas Makeen Real Estate Development and Investment Co. to develop the Jadah Al-Huda residential project in Riyadh, according to a Tadawul statement. Construction will commence...
Will we stop Saudi Arabia developing a nuclear weapon?
The Spectator Australia
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July 15, 2025
Though clearly resolved to declare victory over Iran’s nuclear program and move on, Donald Trump has been beset this summer by assertions that the Iranian effort has not been “obliterated” after all and that the mullahs will be back at work in no...
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck set for stunning $1m move to ‘Saudi-backed’ rebel league
Love Rugby League
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July 16, 2025
Another of the NRL’s superstars has been linked with a move to rugby union: with Roger Tuivasa-Sheck the latest to consider a code switch. However, Tuivasa-Sheck will not head to one of union’s major domestic competitions Down Under or even...
Jorge Jesus appointed coach of Saudi side Al Nassr
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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AFP | London Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus was appointed yesterday by Al Nassr, where he will link up with Cristiano Ronaldo who signed a new two-year deal with the Saudi club last month. “It’s official: Mr. Jorge...
Ibrahima Konate Rejects Saudi Offer Amid Real Madrid Interest
BVM Sports
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July 16, 2025
Ibrahima Konate, Liverpool's defender, has rejected an informal offer from a Saudi Pro League club, prioritizing his ambition to compete in Europe’s top leagues. As he enters the last year of his contract, discussions for an extension remain...
Is Riyadh speeding its way to be a global 'super hub'?
Gulf News
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"The Saudi capital is rapidly transforming into a dynamic destination for global wealth... strategically diversifying its economy away from oil dependence and evolving into a powerhouse for finance, culture and lifestyle," says Knight Frank....
Syria Enforces New Freight Ban on Egyptian and Saudi Vehicles
Arab Times
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July 15, 2025
DAMUSCUS, July 15: The Syrian government has announced a ban on trucks originating from Egypt and Saudi Arabia from entering Syrian territory, citing the need to support local transport workers and enforce reciprocal trade practices. The decision,...
Liverpool defender Konate fields Saudi approach
Tribal Football
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Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has rejected an offer from the Saudi Pro League. The France international is now inside the final 12 months of his current deal and is said to be planning to run down his contract. Advertisement Advertisement...