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RIYADH, May 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, known as Ithra, has supported Saudi students through STEM Racing KSA, an applied educational program combining design, engineering and competition, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The program, formerly known as Formula 1 in Schools, provides students with practical experience in designing and building miniature engineering cars. SPA highlighted the experience of 19-year-old Saudi studen

RIYADH, May 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Riyadh Airports Company has won four awards at the 2026 Stevie Awards, one of the most prominent international recognition for innovation and excellence in business. The company, which manages and operates King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, received a gold awards for Innovation in the Use of Social Media. It also won two silver awards for Most Innovative Social Media Campaign and Most Innovative Use of Influence Collabor

RIYADH, May 5 — Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority reminded businesses subject to withholding tax to submit their April forms by May 10, state news agency SPA reported. The authority said filings should be completed through its official website to avoid penalties. Late payments are subject to a 1% fine on unpaid tax for every 30 days of delay. Withholding tax applies to payments made from Saudi-based sources to non-resident entities that do not have a permanent e

RIYADH, May 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi food and dairy company Almarai is participating in Saudi Environment Week, held in Riyadh from May 3 to 9, 2026, an event organized by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture under the theme “Your Impact is Green”. The week – long event aims to raise environmental awareness, protect natural resources and highlight national initiatives that support sustainability and quality of life. At the opening ceremony, Almarai

Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, May 3 — Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON) has been honored for planting 2 million seedlings, as the Kingdom highlights environmental sustainability efforts during Saudi Environment Week 2026. The recognition was presented by Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Mansour bin Hilal Al-Mushaiti, according to the official statement. Officials said the recognition reflects MODON’s

Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, May 4 — Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Wildlife Development signed two memorandums of understanding during Environment Week in Riyadh to strengthen cooperation in wildlife and biodiversity. The agreements were signed with the National Academy for the Environment and the Saudi Rural Academy, according to the official statement. The memorandum with the National Academy for the Environment aims to enhance cooperation on projects and init

Photography | Courtesy of SPA TABUK, May 3 — A total of 13 government and private entities in Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk region participated in Environment Week 2026, presenting environmental products and initiatives under the slogan “Your Green Impact.” The five-day event, organized by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture’s branch in the region, was held at Park Mall and drew strong visitor attendance, according to the official statement. Participating entities used

Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, May 4 — Saudi Arabia’s Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Environment Fund during Environment Week, as the Kingdom seeks to strengthen cooperation on environmental protection and resource management. The signing took place in the presence of Environment, Water and Agriculture Minister Abdulrahman Al-Fadley. The agreement aims to establish a framework for cooperatio

Photography | Courtesy of SPA RIYADH, May 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Special Forces for Environmental Security are taking part in the Environment Week 2026 exhibition in Riyadh with an awareness and outreach pavilion. The exhibition, organised by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture under the slogan “Your Impact is Green”, runs from May 3 to May 9 and aims to promote the importance of protecting the environment and preserving natural resourc

RIYADH, May 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia ranked second globally after the United States among the most attractive markets for data centres, reflecting the kingdom’s growing position in digital infrastructure, the communications ministry said, citing a Bloomberg analysis. The analysis showed that power availability and land enablement account for 58% of market attractiveness for data centre projects, while 22.8 gigawatts of new global capacity is expected to c

JAZAN, April 30 — Jazan Commercial Port has exported its first shipment of bagged Portland cement, totaling 8,324 tons, in a step that highlights the port’s expanding operational role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s exports. The shipment demonstrates the port’s ability to handle different cargo types, including building materials, and facilitate the movement of goods to regional and international markets. Officials said the milestone reflects growing handling efficiency and impr

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has released its latest complaint-based classification index for airlines and airports, offering a snapshot of passenger service performance across the Kingdom’s aviation sector in March 2026. The monthly index, which ranks service providers based on passenger complaints, recorded 2,033 complaints against airlines during the month and is designed to improve transparency, inform passenger choice and encourage competitio

ABU DHABI, April 29 — Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade rose 36% in 2025 to more than AED415.4 billion, according to figures released by Abu Dhabi Customs, with exports posting the strongest growth. Non-oil exports increased 63% to AED175.4 billion, up from AED107.8 billion in 2024. Imports rose 22% to AED170.4 billion, while re-exports increased 20% to AED70 billion. The results point to continued diversification in the emirate’s economy and stronger integration with global

RIYADH, April 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Manga Productions, a subsidiary of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation, signed a memorandum of understanding with Cultural House to strengthen cooperation in creative content and talent development. The partnership covers joint programmes and initiatives aimed at developing talent, along with workshops, training courses, exhibitions and creative showcases. It also includes specialised events in video games, design and comics as p

ABU DHABI, April 28 — Etihad Airways and Air Cambodia have launched a codeshare partnership, allowing Etihad customers to book flights to Siem Reap via Phnom Penh on a single ticket with baggage checked through to their final destination. The agreement gives Etihad passengers easier access to Cambodia’s tourism market, including the Angkor Wat temple complex, while Air Cambodia travelers will be able to book Etihad’s service between Phnom Penh and Abu Dhabi. The partnership a

Cracking towers stand at the Ruwais refinery and petrochemical complex, operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC), in Al Ruwais, United Arab Emirates.Christophe Viseux/Bloomberg/Getty Images The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, 2026, in one of the most significant shifts in Gulf energy policy in recent years and a move that could weaken the cohesion of the producer alliance led by Saudi Arabia. The decision was announced through sta

Saudi Arabia has formally moved Vision 2030 into its third and final phase, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signaling that the next five years will focus on accelerating delivery, consolidating gains and maximizing the long-term impact of reforms already set in motion across the Kingdom. The statement, issued following a session of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, frames 2026 as the beginning of the final implementation stretch of the national transforma

RIYADH, April 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Transavia France said it would cancel some flights in May and June because of rising fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East. The low-cost carrier, part of the Air France-KLM group, said the current geopolitical situation in the Middle East and its impact on aviation fuel prices had forced the cancellations. French media said the cancellations represented less than 2% of the airline’s May and June flight programme. Tran

RIYADH, April 24 — Diriyah Company has awarded a $490 million construction contract for the Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art (SAMoCA) in Diriyah, as the Kingdom pushes ahead with cultural infrastructure projects tied to tourism and economic diversification. The contract was awarded to a joint venture between Hassan Allam Construction Saudi L.L.C. and Albawani Company Ltd. SAMoCA, a flagship project of the Museums Commission, is intended to document, research and exhibi

📷 | WAM ABU DHABI, April 24 — ADNEC Group said the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show will return for its eighth edition from Nov. 19 to 22, 2026, with a new format at Marina Hall, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will take place at the start of the Gulf marine season, a period ADNEC says offers exhibitors stronger access to active buyers as demand for marine products and services increases. This year’s edition will feature luxury boats, marine technologies and on-water tria