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Saudi Industry Minister Discusses Industrial and Mining Cooperation at Astana Financial Centre ASTANA, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim AlKhorayef visited the Astana International Financial Centre and discussed industrial and mining cooperation with its governor, Renat Bekturov. The meeting reviewed opportunities to expand economic and investment partnerships between Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan in prior

Turkish Airlines, Al Ghazal Sign Agreement for Al-Ahsa–Rize Flights | Photography: SPA AL-AHSA, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Turkish Airlines and Al Ghazal travel and tourism agency signed an agreement to launch direct flights between Al-Ahsa International Airport and Rize–Artvin Airport in Türkiye, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The signing was sponsored by Al-Ahsa Governor Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr. The agreement supports efforts to strengthen international

Financial Academy Launches Women Leadership Development Initiative RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Financial Academy launched the Women Leadership Development initiative, a national program aimed at strengthening women’s leadership in Saudi Arabia’s financial services sector. The launch brought together women leaders, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and academic and strategic partners. Financial Academy CEO Mana Alkhamsan said the program was deve

A general view of the old city district, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman, March 7, 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier MUSCAT, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Oman signed 10 agreements and memorandums of understanding to establish new projects in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm, with estimated investments valued at $7.5 billion, Oman’s state news agency reported. The agreements were signed by Oman’s Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Fr

Saudi Real GDP Grows 3.0% in First Quarter of 2026 RIYADH, June 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s real gross domestic product grew 3.0% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, supported by growth in oil and non-oil activities. Oil activities and non-oil activities each expanded by 2.9% year on year. Government activities grew by 1.5%. Compared with the fourth quarter of 2025, seasonally adjusted real GDP declined by 1.2%. Non-oil acti

Saudi FDA Signs Pharmaceutical Cooperation MoU With Russian Institute | Photography: SPA ST. PETERSBURG, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority signed a memorandum of understanding with Russia’s State Institute of Drugs and Good Practices on the sidelines of the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The agreement was signed in the presence of Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman. SFDA Vice President for Operations Sami

Riyadh Air Receives First Two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Riyadh Air received its first two custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, marking a key step in the launch of Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier. The aircraft arrived in tandem at about 10 a.m. local time and received a water cannon salute upon touchdown. The aircraft, operating under the call signs Riyadh 1 an

Saudi Ambassador to U.S. Visits Boeing Facilities in South Carolina | Photography: SPA CHARLESTON, June 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar visited Boeing’s facilities in Charleston, South Carolina, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Princess Reema toured the company’s facilities and viewed several aircraft designated for Riyadh Air. The visit underscored the partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States an

Saudi Arabia's Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud attends a session at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Saint Petersburg, Russia June 4, 2026. REUTERS/Anastasia Barashkova ST. PETERSBURG, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met his Russian counterpart in St. Petersburg on Thursday and called for stability in the energy sector as the Iran and Ukraine wars disrupt oil output and ex

Saudi Economy Minister, Canadian Trade Minister Discuss Economic Cooperation | Photography: SPA PARIS, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim met Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two ministers discussed ways to strengthen economic, investment and trade relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada. Th

Saudi Ballooning Federation Concludes FAI Commission Meeting in AlUla | Photography: SPA ALULA, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Ballooning Federation concluded the annual meeting of the FAI Ballooning Commission in AlUla, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting brought together more than 50 international representatives and experts from 24 countries. The event included technical and organizational meetings and sessions, as well as a cultural and social pr

Saudi Arabia Participates as Guest of Honor at St. Petersburg Economic Forum ST. PETERSBURG, June 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia is participating as Guest of Honor at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The forum is being held in St. Petersburg under the theme “Pragmatic dialogue: the path to a stable future.” Saudi Arabia’s participation coincides with the centenary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia

Princess Sarah bint Bandar, Russian Ambassador Review Dates Sector Cooperation | Photography: SPA MOSCOW, June 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Executive Director of the International Dates Council, met Russian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Sergey Kozlov at the Saudi Embassy in Moscow, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The meeting reviewed ways to strengthen cooperation in the dates sector and develop international partnerships supporting

Saudi Arabian oil company Aramco's logo during the CERAWeek energy conference 2026 in Houston, Texas, U.S., March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Danielle Villasana PARIS, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Aramco will transfer its equity stakes in the PRefChem refining and petrochemical joint ventures in Malaysia to partner Petronas, ending an eight-year downstream partnership in Southeast Asia. The transaction, subject to closing conditions, will make PRefChem a wholly owned sub

Sharjah Business Women Council Launches New Hub to Support Women Entrepreneurs | Photography: WAM SHARJAH, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Sharjah Business Women Council launched a new business hub in Al Mamsha to support women entrepreneurs and business owners through networking, knowledge exchange and collaboration opportunities. The space was unveiled during an open gathering attended by Sheikha Hind bint Majid Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Business Women

Sheikha Shamma Calls for Stronger Global Collaboration to Accelerate Climate Action | Photography: WAM LONDON, May 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The UAE sustainability leader highlighted the importance of integrated systems thinking, institutional transformation and cross-sector collaboration in addressing global climate challenges. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan has called for stronger international collaboration and more integrated sustainability frame

THAT Concept Store at Mall of the Emirates will close five years after its launch. Courtesy image DUBAI, May 22 — Majid Al Futtaim will close THAT Concept Store at Mall of the Emirates as part of a $1.3 billion redevelopment of the Dubai shopping centre, WWD reported. The final closing date has not been set. THAT Concept Store opened in 2021 as Majid Al Futtaim’s first homegrown concept destination, occupying more than 48,000 square feet across two floors in the mall’s Via Ro

Olorra high jewelry necklace Courtesy of Cartier ZURICH, May 22 — Cartier owner Richemont reported stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue on Friday, as demand in the United States and Asia offset weaker sales in the Middle East. Sales rose 13% at constant exchange rates to 5.40 billion euros ($6.27 billion) in the first quarter, above analyst forecasts of 5.30 billion euros, according to a Visible Alpha consensus. Jewellery sales rose 14%, supported by demand for Cartier, B

flydubai, Cyprus Airways sign interline agreement DUBAI, May 22 — flydubai and Cyprus Airways have signed a new interline agreement to expand international connectivity through Dubai International Airport. The agreement allows passengers to travel on a single itinerary with coordinated baggage handling and streamlined transfers via Dubai. Under the partnership, Cyprus Airways passengers travelling from Larnaca will be able to connect through Dubai to flydubai destinations inc

Elie Saab signs eyewear licensing deal with Ophy Eyewear | Photography: Elie Saab MILAN, May 21 — Elie Saab has signed a three-year licensing agreement with Italy-based Ophy Eyewear for the design, production and distribution of its eyewear collections. The agreement, which can be renewed, covers optical frames and sunglasses and marks the fashion house’s latest move to expand its accessories business. The first collection under the partnership will debut on the runway during