Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia issues 2,853 tourism licenses by end of 2024, up 32 percent YoY 

Surge underscores the Kingdom’s dedication to advancing the tourism sector and enhancing service quality

Formula 1’s elite drivers gear up for free practice at stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Race is considered one of the season’s most prominent events due to its extensive fan and media coverage

Diriyah Company awards $1.4 billion contract for Royal Diriyah Opera House construction

With a capacity of 2,000 people, the main opera auditorium is the focal point of the venue

Saudi Arabia’s trade with Arab League nations grows 6.2 percent to $23.4 billion in Q4 2024

Saudi Arabia's trade surplus with Arab League countries significantly increased to SAR30.461 billion in Q4 2024

Saudi Arabia, France explore strengthening partnerships in healthcare sector

Discussions focused on key areas of cooperation, particularly in supporting innovation in biotechnology

Laheq: Red Sea Global unveils first island living project in Saudi

Laheq, opening in 2028, is The Red Sea's first residential-focused development with exceptional hospitality

Saudi Arabia real estate index jumps 4.3 percent in Q1 on 5.1 percent residential surge

Growth was also driven by a 10.3 percent rise in villa prices, a 1.2 percent increase in apartment prices

New skills for a new era: The impact of AI on Saudi Arabia’s workforce

As the kingdom embraces digital transformation, AI is creating exciting new opportunities for employment

When tourism thrives: How the Middle East is set for economic boost with strategic campaigns

Notable initiatives include Qatar’s ‘Amaze Yourself‘, Saudi Arabia’s ‘The Land is Calling‘, and the UAE’s ‘Dubai, What’s Not to Love?'

The Red Sea: Going big on luxury and sustainability

Saudi Arabia’s rising tourism hub boasts world-class hotels, sustainable efforts, and more

Hospitality and tourism in the Middle East: Unstoppable moving forward

The region recorded the strongest relative increase in international arrivals in 2023, with visitor numbers reaching 83 percent of pre-pandemic levels