Saudi investments in Egypt grow to US$6.12 billion
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Saudi Arabia has invested some $6.12 billion in more than 6,000 projects in Egypt, according to the Minister of Trade and Industry of Egypt Ahmed Samir. The trade minister announced the investment figure during his visit to Riyadh on Dec. 25, where he met Saudi ministers and senior...15 MoUs in several sectors signed at Saudi-Japan Investment Forum
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - As many as 15 memorandums of understanding were signed between Saudi Arabia and Japan in several fields at the Saudi-Japanese Investment Forum on Tuesday. Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Investment, the Forum discussed investment opportunities and ways to strengthen the investment partnership between the two...Saudi EXIM signs deal with MITSUI
The deal allows for joint cooperation between the two.Sustainable digital shift in GCC need of the hour
Sustainability remains key focus as the UAE and Saudi Arabia speed up digitalization, which has been the fundamental pillar of the transformative economic goals of the GCC nations.ACWA Power seals $2.4 bn deal
The firm signed PPA with the National Electric Grid of Uzbekistan.Saudi Arabia and Japan bolster energy ties, sign new deals
Seeking to deepen energy ties, Saudi Arabia and Japan have signed two sets of cooperation agreements in the fields of hydrogen, fuel ammonia and carbon recycling. The agreements were the latest in Japan's efforts to develop its large-scale supply chains of hydrogen and fuel ammonia in the Middle East.Pact to transform Makkah, Madinah into business hubs for Islamic world
The Makkah Chamber of Commerce, Madinah Chamber of Commerce and the Islamic Chamber of Commerce will sign the agreement at the Makkah Chamber Center for Exhibitions and Events next Wednesday in presence of representatives from the 57 member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and several diplomats.Saudi grants almost 450,000 metric tons of oil to Yemen
AL-MAHRA, YEMEN - The second batch of the new Saudi oil derivatives grant of 4,491,000 metric tons of diesel was delivered in Al Mahrah. The grant comes as part of the Kingdom's support for the Yemeni people under the directives of King Salman and the Crown Prince to help Yemen...EVs help GCC countries achieve net zero goals
Through strategic investments in our vehicles, services, businesses and technologies, we are leading the way toward a cleaner, smarter and safer society, adds West, the Managing Director of OnStar Middle East Operations and Future Mobility General Motors Africa and Middle East.PIF leads Saudi Arabia on path of economic reforms
In order to achieve the Vision 2030 goals, the PIF and its portfolio companies seek to help the kingdom grow its annual non-oil GDP by about seven percent.SALIC completes acquisition of Olam
SALIC had signed the acquisition pact in March.Consulting business to boom in UAE, KSA in 2023
High growth rates in the UAE and Saudi Arabia economies are positive indicators for consultancies, says Vijay Valecha, Chief Investment Officer, Century Financial.Share of oil in Saudi exports rises to nearly 80 percent in Oct
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- Saudi Arabia's merchandise exports increased by 13.9 percent in October 2022 to SAR 120.7 billion ($32.10 billion), compared to SAR 106.0 billion in October 2021, according to the International Trade Report for October 2022 released today by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).The rise was mainly due...UAE set to lead GCC’s e-commerce markets next year
“E-commerce sales via marketplaces will continue to grow in double-digit percentages in 2023, driven by a higher proportion of cross-border shopping, and ongoing increase in the adoption of credit cards, and logistics services such as Aramex’s Shop & Ship, MyUS and DHL’s Easy Shop,” he adds.DP World sells assets stake to Saudi Hassana Investment Company
Saudi Hassana will invest $2.4 bn in some of DP World's assets.Iran FM holds ‘friendly conversation’ with Saudi counterpart
Tehran, Iran-- Iran's foreign minister said Wednesday he held a "friendly conversation" with his Saudi counterpart in Jordan, despite Tehran's repeated accusations that Riyadh has fanned months-long protests in the Islamic republic. Jordan hosted the "Baghdad II" conference on Tuesday, bringing together key Middle East and international players -- including rivals...SABIC introduces new plastic
The high-density polyethylene complements its Trucircle range.‘OPEC+ predictions more accurate as it focuses on market fundamentals and stays away from politics’
In all economic spheres from financial to commodities, credibility is a key ingredient to building the trust and confidence that lead to the stability of markets. Without credibility, markets become more volatile and less attractive for all types of participants, adds Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.GCC cautious as more cyber attacks feared in 2023
Businesses in the region are working closely with their governments to get cloud security solutions implemented to reduce the success rates of phishing attempts.Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan ink 6 agreements, MoU
The agreements included the establishment of the Saudi-Azerbaijan Joint Business Council.Saudi Arabia, UAE lowest-risk investment havens in the ‘riskiest’ Middle East and Africa region
The region was ranked the riskiest by the Global Risk Report Quarterly Update. But the GCC region stood out, offering some of the best supporting environments for investors.After hosting World Cup, Qatar looks to secure 2036 Olympics
During the tournament, Qatar was awarded the 2025 world table tennis championships and the opening race of the world endurance championship in 2024, adding to its packed sports calendar.Aramco, SABIC sign pacts
They will explore refining and petrochemical projects in China.UAE, Saudi equities rebound, record gains
Saudi and the UAE equities beat sluggishness of the past few weeks, recording gains across many sectors, with Abu Dhabi index posting gains not seen since last October.GCC vows more cooperation to boost education
The regional panel, during its fourth meeting in Riyadh, reviews the implementation of the strategic plan to improve educational institutions in the bloc and their needs.King Khalid airport best performer in Nov in high passenger rush category
.Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation issued its monthly report on the performance of the kingdom’s international and domestic airports for the month of November 2022. The performance is based on 14 basic criteria such as waiting time at customs, baggage and passport control. In the category...Gulf central banks raise interest in line with Federal Reserve hike
Dubai, UAE--– The central banks of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Qatar increased their interest rates following the US Federal Reserve Board’s announcement today to raise the Interest on Reserve Balances (IORB) by 50 basis points. The Saudi Central Bank, known as Sama, the Central Bank of Bahrain and Qatar Central...Saudi inflation rate eases to 2.9 percent in November
Housing rents rose by 5.4 percent, bringing the overall housing, water, electric, gas, and other fuels increase to 4.7 percent.Boursa Kuwait, Tadawul sign pact
The deal is expected to boost capital markets in the region.Altawkilat, Saudi auto distributor expanding into UAE
ALTAWKILAT is one of the largest automotive distributors in Saudi, with over 75 years of experience.Palestinian businesses in West Bank wary of Netanyahu government, cheap goods
The Palestinian govt has no money to support would-be entrepreneurs, environment for foreign investors is too risky and the Israeli occupation makes condition worse, say experts.Saudi fund launches program to assist real estate finance companies
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Saudi Arabia’s Real Estate Development Fund has launched a program to provide short and medium term financial facilities to real estate finance companies, which will in turn facilitate the kingdom’s initiative to provide affordable housing to its residents. The kingdom aims to raise the percentage of home ownership...Saudi Arabia, Britain sign Defence Cooperation Plan
The plan reaffirms the UK’s enduring commitment to working with Saudi Arabia on promoting regional security and stability.35.6% rise in Saudi women’s economic participation makes TOP CEO Conference’s May predictions true
The confirmation of an increased participation of women in workplace comes months after the TOP CEO Conference held in May 2022 had highlighted its economic justifications.KSA, UAE lead GCC growth amidst global woes
Saudi Arabia's GDP witnesses 9.3 percent increase in the third quarter of this year as the rally in oil prices has fuelled economic growth across the Gulf region.Saudi PIF acquires 9.5% stake in offshore wind energy developer Skyborn
Dubai---Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, had acquired a 9.5 percent stake in Skyborn Renewables, an offshore wind developer and operator. In a statement, PIF said it is investing in Skyborn alongside Global Infrastructure Partners, a US-based infrastructure investment fund. The investment will allow PIF to participate...Saudi Crown Prince meets Jordanian PM in Riyadh
Earlier on Monday, Jordanian-Saudi ministerial meetings were held to discuss bilateral cooperation in various fields.Jordan and Saudi Arabia to boost cooperation, strategic ties
Amman, Jordan— Jordan and Saudi Arabia held discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields and boosting strategic ties between the two countries. The ministerial meetings were held as part of Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh's working visit with a ministerial delegation, where he will meet with Saudi senior officials. Also...ACWA Power signs deal with China
The $1.5bn deal will herald a new energy transition phase.Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to jointly develop Al-Durra gas field
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—Saudi Arabia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Kuwait on Sunday to develop Al-Durra gas field shared between the two countries. President and CEO of Saudi Arabian Oil Company Eng. Ali Bin Saleh Al Ajmi signed the MoU for the Saudi side, while CEO Kuwait Gulf...GCC vows to unify stance of global environment issues
The Gulf countries have highlighted the importance of coordinating and unifying the stances of the regional bloc in all international environmental forums.Saudi real GDP grows 8.8 percent in third quarter on rise in oil activities
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---Saudi Arabia’s real gross domestic product grew by 8.8 percent in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same period last year, driven by an increase in oil activities, according to a report released by the kingdom's General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). GASTAT noted that the real...SASO, Chinese SAC renew technical cooperation program
The program aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries and contribute to ensuring the quality and safety of goods.Saudi Crown Prince: ‘Arabs will race for progress and renaissance once again. We will prove that every day’
China has established comprehensive strategic partnership relations with 12 Arab countries separately, says Xi Jinping during Arab-China Summit in Riyadh.Saudi Arabia, UAE mediation efforts aid the US-Russia prisoner swap
The mediation efforts were led by the Emirati president Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.Six years later, Saudi King Salman and China’s Xi sign comprehensive strategic partnership agreement
Beijing is ready to expand its crude oil trade with Riyadh and will "list Saudi Arabia as a destination country for outbound tourism organized by Chinese citizens, says Xi Jinping.Xi Jinping meets Saudi Arabia’s crown prince on high-stakes visit
About $30 billion in agreements will be signed on Thursday, Saudi state media said, as China seeks to shore up its Covid-hit economy and as the Saudis, long-term US allies, push to diversify their economic and political alliances.Saudi Arabia launches drive to embed role of culture in development
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia— Saudi Arabia has unveiled the "Culture & Green Future" initiative, aiming to enhance the role of culture and raise awareness of the centrality of culture in sustainable development and address its various challenges. The initiative was launched by Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Minister of Culture...Xi visit marks 34 deals between Saudi, Chinese firms ahead of China-Arab meeting and China-GCC summit
The Chinese president's visit to Saudi Arabia aims at 'qualitative leap' in bilateral ties and the 'largest-scale diplomatic activity between China and the Arab world'.Saudi Arabia posts budget surplus, first in nearly a decade
Thanks to high oil prices, Saudi Arabia has recorded its first annual budget surplus in almost a decade, beating its own projections. The kingdom's finance ministry said that the surplus for 2022 touched $27 billion, representing 2.6 percent of GDP.



















































