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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

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