- Beirut, Lebanon - On Beirut's chaotic, car-choked streets, Lebanese student Fatima Fakih rides a shiny purple bus to university, one of a fleet rolled out by authorities to revive public transport in a country struggling to deliver basic services. The 19-year-old says the spacious public buses are "safer, better and...
Tourism prowess makes Riyadh top World Expo choice
As Riyadh vies to host 2030 World Expo, the city offers a perfect blend of historical charm and modernity, spotlighting its rich heritage, architecture and cuisine.Tourism prowess makes Riyadh top World Expo choice
In its bid to boost tourism, the Saudi capital blends historical charm with modernity, spotlighting its rich heritage, architecture, cuisine, and transportation evolution.Dubai launches strategy to achieve zero emissions in public transport
This aligns with UAE's preparations for COP28 and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, and is a part of RTA's efforts to advance sustainability maturity levels in roads and transportation.In Dubai 305m riders use public transport in H1 2022
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the number of riders using public transport and shared mobility clocked nearly 304.6 million during the first half of 2022.Kuwait limits work attendance to 50% amid Omicron surge
Private employers have been told to limit their staff capacity in a manner that would still allow for a smooth workflow.Lebanon’s car culture comes into question amid fuel crisis
In the absence of a functioning public transport system, car culture has thrived in Lebanon, with many households, even modest ones, boasting multiple vehicles. Since 2019, however, an ever-worsening financial crisis has made petrol unaffordable for many and long queues at gas stations unbearable for the rest.Saudi Arabia to generate $150 billion in investments from its new transport policy
The government would provide thirty-five percent of the investments The rest of it, sixty-five percent, will come from the private sector Saudi Arabia expects to generate $150 billion from investments in public transportation, railways, and airport expansion in the next ten years. According to the kingdom’s transport and logistical services...









