Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia, Singapore to establish Strategic Partnership Council as trade grows to $1 billion in 2024

Highlights both nations' commitment to advancing relations in economic and developmental sectors

UAE leads Egypt’s foreign trade with $9.3 billion in 2023/2024

Egypt’s foreign trade surpassed $104.7 billion in FY 2023/24

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut reconstruction announced, reopening in Q1 2026

This initiative aligns with the "new era" in Lebanon after General Joseph Aoun's election as president

The OPEC+ will face pitfalls of geopolitics, U.S. energy shift in 2025

Since October 2022, the organization has cut crude oil production by 5.8 million barrels per day

The global economy in 2025: Stability amid uncertainty

IMF and OECD estimate that global growth could hit 3.2 to 3.3 percent this year

eSAMA: Saudi Central Bank launches e-services portal to digitize services

The new platform allows individuals, government entities, and businesses to access services electronically

Halo AI secures $6 million to expand brand creator collaborations beyond Saudi Arabia

The company aims to expand into Dubai and Kuwait, targeting growth in MENA, Europe, and North America

Saudi Ports Authority drives growth in 2024, strengthens Kingdom’s position as global logistics hub

In 2024, Saudi Arabia rose to 15th in global container handling, according to Lloyd’s List

Riyadh Season achieves new high with over 16 million guests

This success stems from diverse offerings like boxing, wrestling, concerts, unique dining, and innovative entertainment zones

New Honeywell cybersecurity services center launches in Saudi Arabia’s Jubail to enhance industrial protection

Honeywell Himaya Center to support Kingdom’s localization and IKTVA goals with advanced cybersecurity solutions

Final exit visa issuance in Saudi Arabia: ID requirements and online application

If a resident's ID is valid for 30 to 60 days, a final exit visa can be issued for the remaining ID validity

Joseph Aoun: Regional, global support for Lebanon’s newly elected president 

Pivotal figures like UAE President and Saudi’s King Salman offered best wishes for Aoun's leadership and Lebanon's stability