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Global City Dammam Targets More Than 5.2 Million Visitors in Expanded Second Season | SPA DAMMAM, July 13, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Global City Dammam is targeting more than 5.2 million visitors during its second season as the entertainment project prepares for its largest expansion to date. The Eastern Region Municipality reviewed plans for the new season, which will feature expanded international markets, redesigned pavilion facades and an interactive fountain. The proj

Fitch Affirms Saudi Arabia’s ‘A+’ Rating with Stable Outlook RIYADH, July 11, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Fitch Ratings has affirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at “A+” with a stable outlook, citing the Kingdom’s strong fiscal position, substantial financial buffers and resilience amid geopolitical pressures. The rating agency said Saudi Arabia’s government debt and sovereign net foreign assets remain considerably stronger than the median levels recorded across bo

Aldar Unveils AED6 Billion Yas Point On Yas Island | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, July 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Aldar unveiled Yas Point, a new AED6 billion waterfront destination on the northern side of Yas Island. The development is planned as a fully integrated beachfront community connected to Yas Island’s wider entertainment, lifestyle and tourism offering. Yas Point will include a five-star resort hotel, branded residences, an international school, retail, dining and leisu

Emirates To Add A380 On Dubai-Delhi Route DUBAI, July 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Emirates will introduce its flagship Airbus A380 on the Dubai-Delhi route from October 25, making the Indian capital the airline’s third A380 destination in India. The carrier said the four-class A380 will include Premium Economy. It will operate alongside Emirates’ retrofitted four-class Boeing 777 aircraft on three other daily services to Delhi. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and

Saudi, Turkish Ministers Discuss Climate Action | 📷SPA RIYADH, July 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met Turkish Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum in Riyadh to discuss climate cooperation. Kurum is also president-designate of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which Türkiye will host in Antalya in November 2026. The

Jeddah strengthens summer tourism offering with beaches, events and family activities | 📷SPA JEDDAH, July 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jeddah is strengthening its position as one of Saudi Arabia’s leading summer tourism destinations through beaches, entertainment events, cultural experiences and shopping offers, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Saudi Summer 2026 programme places emphasis on family-oriented experiences, with activities designed for different age group

Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu reports Q2 industrial and innovation gains | 📷SPA RIYADH, July 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu reported second-quarter achievements across industrial investment, international partnerships, logistics, clean energy and education, the Saudi Press Agency said. The industrial investment sector saw the signing of a partnership agreement between Entab Industrial Holding Company and China’s Seas Seven

Sharjah Investment Forum 2026 to Focus on Adaptive Economies and Global Investment Resilience SHARJAH, July 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The ninth Sharjah Investment Forum will be held on October 14-15 to examine how economies can strengthen investment resilience amid geopolitical, technological and economic shifts, organisers said. The forum, organised by the Sharjah FDI Office, Invest in Sharjah, in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Investment, will take place at A

Saudi Defense Ministry Launches Military Scholarship Program For Elite International Colleges RIYADH, July 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense announced the launch of its military scholarship program to elite international military colleges under a renewed vision aimed at preparing qualified officers according to the highest international standards. The program seeks to attract outstanding high school graduates and send 250 students annually fo

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

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