Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia saw an 18% surge in health insurance beneficiaries in 2022, reaching a total of 11.5 million individuals by year-end, a report by the Saudi Council of Health Insurance revealed. The target is to reach 25 million beneficiaries by 2030, aiming for health insurance to...

Saudi Arabia and Qatar condemned comments by two Israeli ministers calling for Palestinians to emigrate from the Gaza Strip. Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on Monday called for promoting "a solution to encourage the emigration of Gaza's residents" and the re-establishment of Israeli settlements in the Gaza Strip.

Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, who was sworn in as emir last month, named Sheikh Mohammed Sabah al-Salem Al-Sabah, a popular ex-foreign minister, as the new premier. He replaces Sheikh Ahmed Nawaf al-Ahmed al-Sabah, son of the late emir whose death has raised hopes of a political shift in the country.

The agreement was extended by an additional $1.54 billion.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- ROSHN Group has been recently recognized as "The Best Place to Work in Saudi Arabia" for 2023 by the globally recognized employer of choice certification program Best Places to Work, the company said in a press release. ROSHN achieved its ranking based on anonymous surveys conducted...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- The Saudi Ports Authority also known as Mawani strengthened the maritime and logistics sectors with an investment of US$3.46 billion during 2023, contributing to the kingdom's growth in international indicators and solidifying its position as a global logistics center. In order to enhance the attractiveness of Saudi...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia is poised to launch its inaugural financial center, with unified and standardized policies and guidelines, Chairman of the Steering Committee at the Ministry of Finance, Abdul Aziz Al-Furaih said during the inauguration of the Leadership Forum for the Transformation to Accrual Accounting in Riyadh....

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Two months after their launch, on October 11, 2023, Riyadh Season events had already attracted 12 million visitors.Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki bin Abdulmohsen Al Al-Sheikh said in a tweet that the success of the event is due...

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – flynas reported record results for its performance in 2023 compared to the previous year 2022, with a historic increase in the number of passengers to over 11.1 million passengers, growing more than 28 percent. The LCC has taken delivery of 19 new aircraft during 2023, upscaling...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia --Consumer spending in Saudi Arabia grew by 8 percent to SAR 111.5 billion ($29.73 billion) in November 2023 from nearly SAR 103.3 billion during the same month a year earlier, according to the Saudi Central Bank's (SAMA) monthly bulletin. Consumer spending includes total cash withdrawals, point-of-sale (POS)...

The projects in 6 industrial cities are valued at $143 million.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia, through its Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), has initiated the first phase of the Skill Verification Program (SVP) in Egypt. The collaborative effort with the Egyptian Ministry of Manpower aims to improve the proficiency of professional labor and raise the standard...

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia's Najran Cement Company has announced the extension of its non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ayan for Commerce & Industry. This extension comes as a result of the ongoing valuation and due diligence processes, which are yet to be completed. The original MoU, signed...

The distribution ratio of the NAV stands at 0.10 percent.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia -- The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) has kicked off the development of the Islamic Finance Knowledge Pavilion Marketplace.The Pavilion will provide a digital marketplace of validated solution providers (institutions, consultants, and experts) in Islamic finance and economic development, and offer a one-stop shop for listing opportunities...

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA- The Insurance Authority (IA) has issued its first report on the performance of the sector in the Kingdom for the third quarter of 2023, highlighting the developments, financial results and its contribution to the Kingdom’s gross domestic product (GDP). The report was issued to provide transparent, accurate...

They will manufacture, test, sell and service mtu engines in Saudi.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - A team of Saudi researchers from King Abdullah Children's Specialist Hospital (KACSH) and King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) have discovered a new genetic disorder. This disorder has been named Alfadhel Syndrome, after Professor Majid Alfadhel, the leader of the research team. The syndrome has...

An update on the PGA Tour website regarding talks said the memo, which reportedly was obtained by The Golf Channel and ESPN, addressed efforts to extend the deadline into 2024. Monahan said in his memo, according to the Golf Channel, that the PGA Tour will "continue our active and productive...

The bank will absolve Amiantit of all its financial obligations.

Omar bin Fahd Al-Sunaidi's term will extend until Jun 2026.

Friday night's Turkish Super Cup between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce had been due to be played in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. But it was postponed before kickoff after Saudi organizers refused to allow players to wear jerseys bearing political slogans.

In 2023, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait collectively advanced in technology and sustainable development, achieving global integration.

According to the Saudi sports television channel SSC, "the match has been cancelled. The match will not take place." Scheduled to be played on Friday between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, the Turkish SuperCup was postponed at the last minute after Saudi organisers refused to allow players to wear jerseys bearing "political...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi EXIM Bank signed line of credit agreements worth $51 million with Türkiye Finans Katılım Bankası A.Ş. and Albaraka Türk Katilim Bankasi A.S. The agreement is likely to help boost trade between the two countries and facilitate the flow of Saudi non-oil exports to the Turkish...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden) on Thursday announced a discovery of substantial gold reserves, marking a significant milestone in their exploration efforts. Initiated in 2022, the company's exploration program led to discovery of a promising gold resource potential spanning across a 100-kilometer stretch from the existing...

KLP, which manages over 700 billion kroner ($70 billion), said the exclusion amounted to $15 million. The fund dropped 11 companies in the telecommunications and real estate sectors from Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates "over unacceptably high human rights violations' risks".

Tunis - Tunisia and Saudi Arabia signed seven memoranda of understanding in various fields and sectors on Wednesday afternoon The agreements were signed between acting Tunisian Minister of Economy and Planning, Sihem Nemsia Boughdiri, and Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar bin Ibrahim AlKhorayef. during the 11th session...

New Delhi, India - Larsen & Toubro (L&T) secured a major Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract for the Amaala project in Saudi Arabia's Red Sea region. The project, covering 4,155 sq km within the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve, is a high-end tourism destination. The contract, awarded by...

The collaboration will involve efforts from both parties.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources is set to launch nearly 35 renewable energy projects in 2024, Minister Bandar AlKhorayef said. The coming year will witness the execution of a big number of projects as well as investments, AlKhorayef added on the sidelines of the...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Aramco Digital Co. and Intel have unveiled plans to establish Saudi Arabia’s first open radio access networks (RAN) development center. The step aims to drive innovation, promote technological advancement, and contribute to Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation, according to a statement by both companies. This collaboration will...

Gulf International Bank is a merchant bank in the Middle East

MAKKAH, SAUDI ARABIA - The Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Services of Beni Mellal Khenifra in Morocco signed a partnership agreement to strengthen economic and commercial cooperation. The agreement was signed on Sunday in the presence of the Assistant Consul General at...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia jumped 10 ranks to second place among the G20 countries according to International Telecommunication Union’s ICT Development Index (IDI) 2023. The Information and Telecommunication Technology index monitors the economies of 169 countries to measure their progress in ICT services through two main pillars ‘universal...

Riyad, Saudi Arabia -- Key regional players have welcomed the agreement – involving a comprehensive set of measures aimed at establishing a ceasefire, improving living conditions, and resuming political dialogue under the auspices of the United Nations (UN) – reached by the warring parties in Yemen.  Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi, the...

Dubai, UAE -- The Arkiz Agricultural Project in Mauritania, which has been financed by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) with a $34 million loan, has been inaugurated to enhance water and food security in the country and contribute to the development of key developmental sectors. Saudi Fund for Development...

UN special envoy Hans Grundberg's announcement marks the latest step to end the nine-year war that has killed hundreds of thousands of people and triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. It follows recent meetings by Grundberg with head of Yemen's Saudi-backed presidential council and the chief negotiator of...

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - According to the Riyadh Season, 10 million people took part in the activities organized in the first 50 days after its launch. The season started in late October, and since then, it has witnessed a large visitor turnout at all areas, with expectations that the coming...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — UK's Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps welcomed Saudi Arabia's Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman at Lancaster House Palace in London on Thursday. Upon Prince Khalid bin Salman's arrival, a formal reception ceremony was held, featuring a review of the guard of honor, Saudi...

Pep Guardiola also made history as the first coach to lift the Club World Cup on four occasions and with three different clubs after previously winning the competition twice at Barcelona and once in charge of Bayern Munich. "To win the treble was truly special, but to win two more...

It will boost the trade between Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan.

Despite slashing oil production for months on end and announcing new cuts in late November, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its ten allies have struggled to boost flagging prices. Moreover, the wider OPEC+ group faces pressure on multiple fronts, as rising US crude production, a looming transition...

Dubai, UAE -- Consumer spending in the UAE is expected to increase by 5 percent in 2024, while consumers and businesses will face crucial decisions about spending and investing, where price differentials and interest rates have burrowed into budgets, informing the resources available with less wiggle room, according to the...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia’s holdings of US Treasuries reached $117.5 billion in October 2023, up $399 million month-on-month and the highest level since December 2022, new data released by the US Treasury showed. The Kingdom kept the 17th place among the largest holders of US Treasuries for the...

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - "From the Ashes," a Saudi film inspired by true events, is poised to debut on Netflix on January 18, 2024. The film intricately unfolds within the confines of an all-girls' school, where a seemingly routine day takes a harrowing turn when a fire erupts in the...

Officially taking over from his half-brother Sheikh Nawaf, who passed away on Saturday, Sheikh Meshal is faced with the task of pulling the country out of longstanding political paralysis and reforming a bloated public sector that have turned Kuwait into one of the Gulf's most laggard states.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The total value of assets held by public and private investment funds in Saudi Arabia decreased by 1 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to SAR 507.7 billion ($135.32 billion) by the end of the third quarter of 2023. The number of investment funds rose to 1,209 by the...

Founded in 1960, the 13-member OPEC cartel in 2016 partnered up with 10 other producers to form OPEC+ to gain more clout. But the group's enlargement has proven to be "a double-edged sword", noted Ozkardeskaya, with decision-making becoming more difficult.

Despite missing their biggest goal threat and creative hub, City were never troubled as an unblemished record for European sides against Asian teams at the Club World Cup was extended to 14 games. City lacked penetration and punch for the first 45 minutes despite enjoying over 80 percent of possession...