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Sheikh Hamdan Attends Launch of Dubai Digital Twin Platform | Courtesy of WAM DUBAI, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the launch of the Dubai Digital Twin Platform, a major digital planning project designed to strengthen the emirate’s smart city capabilities. The launch took place during the “Partners in Building the Digital Twin” workshop organized by Dubai Municipality, in the presence of Shei

Egyptian Saudi International Franchise Expo Opens in Cairo | Courtesy of SPA CAIRO, July 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The first edition of the Egyptian Saudi International Franchise Expo, Franex 2026, opened in Cairo on Wednesday. The exhibition runs from July 1 to 3, bringing together government entities, economic institutions and international organizations active in the franchise sector. The event includes panel discussions and workshops on building successful brands,

Saudi Water Week 2026 Sessions Conclude in Jeddah | Courtesy of SPA JEDDAH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The scientific and technical sessions accompanying Saudi Water Week 2026 concluded in Jeddah after four days of discussions on water security, sustainability and the future of water management. The event, held at the Ritz-Carlton Jeddah, brought together decision-makers, experts, researchers, representatives of international organizations, government entities and

Georgina Rodríguez wears her new activewear wardrobe brand. Courtesy of Mimoa DUBAI, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Georgina Rodriguez launched Mimoa, a Dubai-based direct-to-consumer activewear and lifestyle brand focused on everyday basics for women. The brand’s first collection includes 27 styles priced under 100 euros, or about $125, with the company saying it aims to make premium activewear and lifestyle wear more accessible. Mimoa is expected to expand to 91 vari

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan attends a press conference following talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, June 16, 2026. Sergei Ilnitsky/Pool via REUTERS ANKARA, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Turkey is interested in joining the European Union’s Single Euro Payments Area payments system, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Wednesday. Fidan said related financial institutions were working on the issue. He was responding to a question

Riyadh Air Adds Málaga and Kuala Lumpur to Growing Network RIYADH, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier and a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund, announced the addition of Málaga and Kuala Lumpur to its growing network, launching ticket sales for flights linking the two destinations with Riyadh. With the addition of the two destinations, Riyadh Air is preparing to operate flights to eight destinations from Riyadh by Augus

Saudi Arabia Posts SAR 90.5 Billion Trade Surplus in Q1 2026, Up 43.7% Year on Year RIYADH, June 29 (SABN) — Saudi Arabia's trade surplus reached SAR 90.5 billion in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 43.7% year-on-year increase from approximately SAR 63 billion recorded in the same period of 2025, the General Authority for Statistics reported in its International Trade Bulletin for March. On a quarterly basis, the surplus rose 60%, climbing by more than SAR 33.9 billion fr

Saudi Arabia launches logistics pavilion in Shanghai, signs seven deals with Chinese partners | 📷SPA SHANGHAI, June 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia launched its national pavilion at Transport Logistic China 2026 in Shanghai, using the opening day of the exhibition to promote logistics investment opportunities and sign seven agreements with Chinese partners. The pavilion is being held under the umbrella of the National Industrial Development and Logistics Progr

General view of Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura oil refinery and oil terminal in Saudi Arabia May 21, 2018. REUTERS/Ahmed Jadallah RIYADH, June 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Aramco resumed crude loadings on Friday at its Ras Tanura terminal in the Gulf after a near four-month halt, shipping data showed, as the world’s biggest oil exporter moved to restore supply flows. Two Very Large Crude Carriers controlled by Saudi shipping firm Bahri were seen loading crude at Ras Tan

Arabian Travel Market 2026 to be held in Dubai from September 14 to 17 DUBAI, UAE, June 24 — Arabian Travel Market 2026 will take place from September 14 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together the international travel and tourism industry at a key time for the sector. The revised dates are aimed at providing exhibitors, buyers, visitors and partners with greater flexibility and confidence to participate, while supporting attendance and business engagement. Organ

Saudi Fund for Development backs $80 million Bahrain electricity project | 📷SPA MANAMA, Bahrain, June 23 — The Saudi Fund for Development participated in the inauguration of the Al-Ramli electricity transmission stations project in Bahrain, funded through an $80 million Saudi grant provided through the fund. The inauguration was held under the patronage of Bahrain’s Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa. The project aims to strengthen electricity and wa

UAE passenger rail network to launch on September 30 | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, UAE, June 23 — Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan inaugurated Mohamed bin Zayed City Passenger Train Station in Abu Dhabi and witnessed the unveiling of the UAE passenger rail network, which is set to launch on September 30, 2026. Sheikh Khaled toured the station’s main facilities, reviewed operational readiness procedures and was briefed on infrastructure, passenger-flow

Saudi Arabia becomes Middle East’s largest tourism development market | 📷SPA RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 23 — Saudi Arabia has attracted more than $120 billion in new tourism investment, with over 50 international hospitality brands expanding across the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported, citing a special report released by the Ministry of Tourism. The report, titled “Global Investments in Saudi Tourism,” was launched during the Future Hospitality Summit in Riyadh, whic

Saudi Arabia Signs Vaccine Manufacturing Agreements to Strengthen Animal Health Preparedness | SPA RIYADH, June 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding to advance the localization and production of veterinary vaccines in the Kingdom, as part of efforts to strengthen national capabilities in animal disease prevention. The agreement was signed by the National Livestock and Fisheries Development Program, AniVax and Boehringe

Saudi Tax Authority Sets June 30 Deadline for May VAT Returns RIYADH, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority urged business establishments subject to value-added tax with annual goods and service revenues exceeding SAR40 million to file their May 2026 tax returns by June 30. The authority called on establishments to submit their returns through the ZATCA app before the deadline to avoid late filing penalties. Failure to file wit

Hail Airport Passenger Traffic Exceeds 1.2 Million Across 10,000 Flights | SPA HAIL, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Hail International Airport handled more than 1.2 million domestic and international passengers across more than 10,000 flights during 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, according to Cluster2 Airports. The airport currently serves eight destinations: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Kuwait City, Cairo, Doha, Dubai and Sharjah. Nine airlines operate flights throug

Riyadh International Industry Week 2026 Opens With 337 Companies From 17 Countries | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Industrial Affairs Khalil bin Salamah inaugurated Riyadh International Industry Week 2026 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on Monday. The event, organized by Riyadh Exhibitions Company Ltd., runs until June 24 and brings together companies, indust

FII PRIORITY Europe 2026 Concludes in Rome With Focus on Capital, AI and Institutional Reform RIYADH, June 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - FII PRIORITY Europe 2026 concluded in Rome with a speech by FII Institute CEO Princess Dr. Maha bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz, marking her first plenary address to the summit since assuming the role, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Princess Dr. Maha called on governments, investors and business leaders to treat the frameworks and roadmaps

FII PRIORITY Europe Opens in Rome With Focus on Investment, Technology and Economic Growth | SPA RIYADH, June 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The first day of FII PRIORITY Europe 2026 concluded at the Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, bringing together heads of state, sovereign wealth funds, global banking executives and industry leaders to discuss the future of economic growth in Europe, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The summit is hosted by the FII Institute unde

Riyadh Air Launches Daily Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Dubai | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Air has launched daily direct flights between Riyadh and Dubai, operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Flight RX243 departed King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh at 2:05 p.m. local time and arrived at Dubai International Airport at 5:00 p.m. local time. The return flight, RX244, departs Dubai at 6:30 p.m