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Saudi Industry Ministry and PepsiCo launch industrial entrepreneurship program
Saudi Industry Ministry and PepsiCo launch industrial entrepreneurship program | SPA RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 24 — The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has launched an industrial entrepreneurship program in partnership with PepsiCo to support entrepreneurs and develop innovative industrial ventures. The program aims to help participants turn ideas into value-added projects that support the growth and competitiveness of Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector. The t
Jun 241 min read
Saudi Fund for Development backs $80 million Bahrain electricity project
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
Jun 231 min read
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi signs AI cooperation agreement with Open Innovation AI
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi signs AI cooperation agreement with Open Innovation AI | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, UAE, June 23 — Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi signed a memorandum of understanding with Open Innovation AI to establish cooperation in executive education, research, student learning opportunities and academic-industry engagement in artificial intelligence. The agreement was signed during VivaTech 2026 in Paris. Under the memorandum, Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Open In
Jun 231 min read
Dubai WoodShow 2026 opens with AED250 million in first-day deals
Dubai WoodShow 2026 opens with AED250 million in first-day deals | WAM DUBAI, UAE, June 23 — Dubai WoodShow 2026 recorded more than AED250 million in deals on its opening day, reinforcing its position as a major regional platform for the timber, woodworking machinery and manufacturing technology industries. The exhibition, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from June 22 to 24, welcomed 5,280 visitors and participants from 80 countries at its opening. This year’s edition bri
Jun 232 min read
UAE passenger rail network to launch on September 30
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
Jun 232 min read
Saudi Arabia becomes Middle East’s largest tourism development market
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
Jun 232 min read
Saudi Arabia Signs Agreement to Localize Veterinary Vaccine Production
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
Jun 231 min read
Saudi Tax Authority Sets June 30 Deadline for May VAT Returns
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
Jun 221 min read
Hail Airport Passenger Traffic Exceeds 1.2 Million Across 10,000 Flights
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
Jun 221 min read
Riyadh International Industry Week 2026 Opens With 337 Companies From 17 Countries
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
Jun 222 min read
FII PRIORITY Europe Opens in Rome With Focus on Investment, Technology and Economic Growth
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
Jun 192 min read
Riyadh Air Launches Daily Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Dubai
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
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Saudi Air Navigation Services Earns IATA Recognition
Saudi Air Navigation Services Earns IATA Recognition | SPA RIYADH, June 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The International Air Transport Association commended Saudi Arabia’s air traffic management efficiency during recent geopolitical developments in the region, the Saudi Press Agency reported. IATA praised the Kingdom’s aviation sector for its operational readiness and its ability to maintain air traffic flow and operational continuity while adhering to safety, security and
Jun 181 min read
Saudi Arabia Rises to 13th in IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook
Saudi Arabia Rises to 13th in IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook RIYADH, June 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia rose four places in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook, ranking 13th globally among 70 economies and third among G20 economies. The annual yearbook, published by the International Institute for Management Development, is one of the main global benchmarks for assessing national competitiveness. The Saudi Competitiveness and Business Center monit
Jun 182 min read
Saudi Annual Inflation Reaches 1.8% in May 2026
Saudi Annual Inflation Reaches 1.8% in May 2026 RIYADH, June 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate reached 1.8% in May 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, according to the Consumer Price Index. On a monthly basis, the Consumer Price Index rose by 0.2% compared with April 2026. The Wholesale Price Index recorded an annual increase of 4.6% in May compared with May 2025. Month-on-month, the Wholesale Price Index rose by 1.2% from Ap
Jun 151 min read
EDGE Launches European Defence Company Headquartered in Paris
EDGE Launches European Defence Company Headquartered in Paris ABU DHABI, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Abu Dhabi-based advanced technology and defence group EDGE launched EDGE Europe on Thursday, a French-registered commercial enterprise headquartered in Paris. The company will operate through a strategic head office in the Chaillot neighbourhood of central Paris and an engineering and manufacturing hub in Bordeaux. EDGE Europe will focus on defence technology, indus
Jun 111 min read
Global Security and Technology Summit to Be Held in Riyadh Under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Patronage
Global Security and Technology Summit to Be Held in Riyadh Under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Patronage RIYADH, June 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Global Security and Technology Summit will be held in Riyadh from December 18 to 20 under the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Ministry of Interior will organize the summit in partnership with Tuwaiq Academy. Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif expressed gratitude to the Crown Pri
Jun 111 min read
Riyadh Air Launches Inaugural Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Flight to London Heathrow
Riyadh Air Launches Inaugural Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Flight to London Heathrow RIYADH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Riyadh Air launched its inaugural flight from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to London Heathrow Airport, marking the debut of the airline’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet. The flight, RX401, arrived in London at 7:30 a.m. local time, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Riyadh Air, the Kingdom’s new national carrier and a subsidiary of the
Jun 101 min read
Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show Opens at Expo Centre Sharjah
Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show Opens at Expo Centre Sharjah | 📷WAM SHARJAH, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show opens at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together 400 local and international exhibitors from 19 countries. The exhibition, organized by Expo Centre Sharjah with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, will run from June 10 to 14. The event will feature gold and jewellery manufac
Jun 101 min read
Emirates and Real Madrid Renew Sponsorship Partnership Until 2031
Emirates and Real Madrid Renew Sponsorship Partnership Until 2031 | 📷WAM PARIS, June 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Emirates and Real Madrid CF have renewed their partnership until 2031, extending one of football’s highest-profile sponsorship agreements. The renewal will keep Emirates as Official Main Sponsor and Official Airline Partner of Real Madrid’s men’s and women’s teams. Emirates branding will continue to appear on player jerseys, training kits and team staff appa
Jun 101 min read
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