ROSHN and MOMAH sign MoC to drive real estate innovation in Saudi Arabia

ROSHN Group has signed a wide-ranging memorandum of collaboration (MoC) with the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH), represented by the Ministry’s Agency for Housing Supply Stimulus and Real Estate Development, that aims to develop...

Saudi Arabia’s Inflation Rate Steady at 2.2% in September 2025

Year-on-Year Inflation Trends The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Saudi Arabia recorded a year-on-year increase of 2.2% in September 2025, reflecting the sustained cost pressures affecting a range of consumer goods and services. This index tracks...

Green Hydrogen Partnership: SARCO and Go Energy to Study Project Feasibility in Saudi Arabia

On October 11, 2025, Saudi Arabia Refineries Company (SARCO) and UAE-based Go Energy shook hands on a one-year, non-binding MoU to kick the tires on a massive green hydrogen and green ammonia production venture in Saudi Arabia. No cash is on the...

Saudi crown prince launches King Salman Gate project

The mixed-use development will have a gross floor area of over 12 million square metres and will be adjacent to the Holy Mosque in Mecca Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the MENA region An...

Aurangzeb seeks deeper investment, financial cooperation with Saudi Arabia, US

- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (APP):Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a series of high-level meetings with global financial and business leaders in Washington DC, seeking to strengthen Pakistan’s...

Saudi Arabia introduces new localization policies for tourism sector

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has introduced new policies to localize the tourism sector across the Kingdom. The new measures were approved by Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. All tourism hospitality...

Amen to Reveal First Collection Under New Creative Director Valentina Nervi at Riyadh Fashion Week

MILAN — Valentina Nervi has been quietly named the first creative director of Italian brand Amen. The designer officially took over the role on Oct. 1 and will unveil her first collection for the brand with a runway show during Riyadh Fashion Week...

Saudi Tourism Minister approves policies to localise jobs in sector

Minister of Saudi Arabia Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has approved new policies and regulations for registering workers and localising activities in licensed tourism facilities across the Kingdom. This move is a significant step in the ministry's...

‘Just having fun’: Carlos Alcaraz defends playing multimillion dollar exhibition event in Saudi Arabia after pulling out of tour event citing injury

The top tennis players in the world often complain about the hectic year-round calendar that takes a heavy physical and mental toll on them. But when some of them turn up for a lucrative exhibition event, promising more than the prize money for...

African Development Bank and Saudi Institutions deepen partnership to boost investments in Africa

Saudi Arabia Issues New Tourism Workforce Rules to Boost Citizen Employment

Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al Khateeb has approved a set of new policies and regulations governing the registration of workers and localisation of jobs across all licensed tourism facilities in the Kingdom. The move marks a significant...

Saudia to be the Official Premium Partner of Riyadh Season 2025–2026

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has been named the Official Premium Partner of Riyadh Season 2025–2026. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Saudia has partnered with Riyadh Season, underscoring its role as a key enabler...

India and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Ties to Expand Collaboration in Chemicals and Petrochemicals

The union ministry of chemicals and fertilisers held a bilateral meeting with the ministry of industry and minerals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to strengthen cooperation in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector. The discussions were led by...

Saudi Arabia's new tourism localization drive mandates Saudi receptionists

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism has issued new regulations to increase the localization of the tourism sector, requiring more Saudi nationals to be employed across hospitality establishments. The move aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan...

Saudi Arabia announces King Salman Gate project near Grand Mosque in Makkah

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has announced the King Salman Gate project, a mixed-use development to be built next to the Grand Mosque in Makkah. The project covers a built-up area of 12 million square meters and aims...

Scientists find ancient life-size animalrock carvings in the Saudi Arabian desert

Researchers have discovered life-size rock carvings of camels, gazelles and other animals in the Saudi Arabian desert. The carvings date back to around 12,000 years ago and many are over 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall. Scientists say they were created...

Saudi: Al Yamamah Steel pens $55.2mln supply deals

Riyadh – Al Yamamah Steel Industries Company signed two contracts with Larsen & Toubro Saudi Arabia to supply steel towers for a combined value of SAR 207.08 million on 15 October. The first agreement, valued at SAR 100.64 million, aims to...

Saudi Arabia tightens tourism jobs for citizens

All employment contracts, including contractual, seconded, and seasonal, must be formally registered through the Ajeer platform or other approved systems. Establishments with multiple licensed branches must link employees to the specific facility...

India and Saudi Arabia boost cooperation in chemicals and petrochemicals sectors

Government Measures Bring Down Inflation in Saudi Arabia to 2.2% in September

Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate slowed to 2.2% in September, down from 2.3% in August, reflecting the impact of recent government measures aimed at easing price pressures, particularly in the housing sector. The deceleration came alongside a...