64-feet Saudi stamp sets Guinness World Record
The Disney stamp, which commemorated Donald Duck’s 85th anniversary, measured a little over 44 square feet.UAE, Saudi auditors’ association sign agreement to work jointly
The Internal Auditors Associations of the UAE and Saudi Arabia have signed a cooperation agreement to work the internal auditing domain jointly. Abdulqader Obaid Ali, Chairman of the Board of UAE Internal Auditors Association, and Abdullah Saleh Al-Shebeili, CEO of the Saudi Internal Auditors Association, signed the agreement. Media reports...Cyprus president arrives in Riyadh to discuss bilateral cooperation
Nicos Anastasiades was received by Prince Mohammad bin Abdul Rahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Riyadh Region.Region needs tourism to beat inflation
Despite the global closures and economic crisis, the tourism sector in the Gulf region fared well in 2021 due to several factors such as the easing of restrictions and government support.Saudi Arabia regulates reporting of capital market violations
This regulation reportedly aims to improve the manner of the reporting of violations of the Capital Market Law and its implementing regulations.GCC wants to expand strategic partnership with India
The remarks were made during the GCC Secretary General Al-Hajraf’s meeting with the Indian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Dr. Ausaf Sayeed.Inflation pinches GCC consumers’ pockets
The wave of inflation continues to put pressure on consumers not just in the United States, Europe, and the Arab world, but also in the Gulf region. Economies in the Middle East are exposed to the global price fluctuations because of heavy import dependence. Localized factors like rental deflation and...Rising inflation hobbles SMEs in Gulf countries
Diversifying, and strengthening local production structures is the most appropriate way to reduce inflation. Entrepreneurs and start-up companies may come forward to help their respective governments in finding more sustainable development solutions. The menace of inflation cannot be managed alone.Global and regional trade: The economic booster for GCC govts
The squeeze on real incomes within the region due to higher inflation may depress regional trade flows. The situation may worsen further if the global central banks' attempts to control rising consumer prices, which will ultimately dampen global economic activity.How GCC nations can tame rising inflation?
Investing in inflation-protected bonds and gold may provide some hedge against consumer price rise. Putting money into the real estate sector is also a safe bet, believe some regional experts.Why and how high is inflation in the region?
The main reason for high inflation rates in the GCC is a rebound in prices in the sectors that were hit the hardest during the Covid-19 crisis. The global energy prices are also exerting significant pressure on the region.Saudi job market to stay upbeat in 2022
During the past four years, the kingdom has created 555,000 new jobs as part of its plan to develop $1 trillion worth of new projects to meet its Vision 2030 goal.Shurooq to invest in GCC, Arab countries, Australia, says its Executive Chairman
Shurooq is currently considering in several Arab and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar, Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, Executive Chairman of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority. Shurooq has received a proposal to establish similar entities to Sharjah Sustainable City in Australia and...Lucid Motors to manufacture electric vehicles in Saudi Arabia
Lucid Motors has leased a big plot of land for $30 million in King Abdullah Economic City Industrial Valley, in Saudi Arabia, to produce electric vehicles in the kingdom.Makkah governor launches $4bn projects in the region
The new initiatives are expected to support environmental and water sustainability in accordance with the Saudi Vision 2030.Jordan, Saudi Arabia talk ways to raise trade exchange
According to a Jordanian Trade Ministry statement, the two countries discussed preparations for holding the 17th session of the Joint Commercial Committee meetings.Riyadh confirms commitment to ‘OPEC Plus’ deal with Russia
Saudi Arabia confirmed its commitment to the OPEC+ agreement with Russia Sunday, the Saudi Press Agency reported, as Moscow faces international criticism over its invasion of Ukraine. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman made the comments during a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron that also covered the situation in Ukraine...Sukuks cast their spell beyond GCC markets
The total green sukuk market is worth more than US$15 billion, according to Refitiniv, with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) being the first in the market with a US$ 2.5 bn offering. However, figures show that Sustainability and green-themed Sukuk were rising in 2021, mainly since large entities are investing...UAE non-oil foreign trade grows by 27 percent in 2021 to $517 billion
The government said the non-oil foreign trade figures of all emirates also witnessed growth individually in varying levels. The growth was consistent across all areas, including exports, imports and re-exports.Pakistan’s Fatima Group inks $1billion deals at Expo with Chinese, Saudi firms
Fatima Group, a Pakistani industrial conglomerate, has signed two MoUs of over $1 billion with two key global agriculture stakeholders – China Machinery Engineering Company (CMEC) from China and Sarh Attaqnia Co. (SAC) from Saudi Arabia at Expo 2020. A formal signing of the business partnership was held at the...Shares of Ma’aden shoot up 6% on the back of record earnings
Shares of Ma’aden, the Saudi mining company, vaulted six percent in trading on Sunday when news broke of its record earnings for 2021.Saudi stocks post gains in early trading as oil prices decline
Saudi stocks posted gains in the early hours of trading on Sunday due to a dip in the prices of crude oil. Stocks world over posted losses last week as Russia invaded Ukraine, taking over many areas of the western neighbor.Saudi Arabia has stable food stocks, says agriculture minister
Saudi Arabia has taken steps to maintain the stability of domestic supply in accordance with the food security strategy.Saudi Arabia and UAE drive real estate growth in the region
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are driving the real estate market in the Middle East region with the backing of government and evolving market dynamics.US or Russia? Ukraine crisis poses dilemma for wealthy Gulf
Choosing sides in Ukraine's crisis would have once been easy for Gulf states long protected by the US, but growing ties with Moscow are forcing them to strike a balance. As the world rushed to condemn the Russian invasion of its smaller neighbour, the wealthy Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries,...Saudi National Bank looks to make acquisitions in Europe
Saudi National Bank, with backing from its largest shareholder, the Public Investment Fund, is looking to make big acquisitions in Europe and Asia.PIF opens 3 overseas firms
The new companies’ offices are in London, New York, and Hong Kong.Russia-Ukraine conflict: GCC can fill the energy gap
The Arab oil and gas producers are likely to close the gap that could arise from the disruption of oil flows from Russia, according to the Institute of International Finance.Saudi Arabia overall export rose 62.6% y-o-y in December
GASTAT data said the value of exports amounted to SAR106.3 billion ($28.35 billion) in December 2021.Russia attack on Ukraine turns Europe eyes to Saudi Arabia, Qatar
Qatar and Saudi Arabia host American troops, but their economic and political relations with Russia have grown over the years.GCC turbulence mires Airbus rise
Airbus has been mired in controversy despite its best efforts to increase its customer base, across the world in general and in the GCC in particular.Saudi real estate to contribute 9% to GDP by 2030
The Saudi real estate sector will contribute close to nine percent to the national gross domestic product by 2030, according to the kingdom Minister of Housing.Al-Dawaa raises $27bn in IPO
Al-Dawaa, Saudi pharmacy chain, has raised $27 billion in equity from institutional investors after its first sale of shares to the public.Saudi forces shoot down Houthi drone, falling debris hurts 16
Sixteen people including foreigners were injured in Saudi Arabia when the kingdom destroyed a drone launched against an airport by Yemeni rebels, the Saudi-led coalition said Monday.World leaders congratulate Saudi Arabia on its Founding Day
Saudi Arabia celebrated the anniversary of its founding day about three centuries ago. The anniversary of Saudi Arabia's founding day coincides with 22 February 1727, since the era of Imam Mohammad bin Saud, the ruler of Diriyah. Imam Mohammad bin Saud made Diriyah the capital of the Saudi state, as...Saudi stc posts $3bn profit in 2021 on the back of high sales
stc, Saudi Arabia's top telecom firm, has posted a three percent increase in net profit to $3 billion in 2021 on the back of improved sales.Financial corruption hinders Gulf economic model
Beside Covid-19 pandemic, many countries in the region face war and conflicts. A robust economic system necessitates an effective strategy to combat corruption. If GCC countries wishes to be prosperous, there must be systems in place to fight corruption and ensure that the integrity of the state is maintained.Ecommerce prospers in GCC amidst Covid-19 woes
An improved regulatory support, government promotional initiatives, and heightened interest from business leaders in the private sector benefits the sector in the region.Covid-19 shakes up GCC’s in-demand job profiles
Now, the fastest-growing job profiles in the GCC include a mix of both pandemic-resultant and non-pandemic-resultant positions.Saudi Arabia looks to start fifth round of direct talks with Iran
Saudi Arabia may initiate another round of direct talks with Iran despite a “lack of substantive progress” in previous rounds.GCC startups begin 2022 on a promising note
Digital economy has driven the startup investment upsurge in the MENA region in 2021.HMG records 30% spike in profit to $367m
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Group, a private health service provider in Saudi Arabia, has posted a 30 percent increase in profit to SR1.37 billion ($367 million) in 2021, up from SR1.05 billion recorded in the previous year.SFD launches $135m infra projects
The projects have been inaugurated in Djibouti.A Saudi study sees tourism a provider of thousands of jobs
A study undertaken by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism sees the sector providing thousands of jobs for the young people in the kingdom.GCC eyes floating hotels, eateries to buoy tourism
Floating restaurants and hotels could be a significant supporting player as the GCC region aspires to increase its footprint as a global tourism hub.Majority of Saudi nationals positive about tourism sector jobs: Study
A sizable number of Saudis look positively at jobs in the tourism sector, according to a study by the kingdom's Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with Digital Research Company (DRC). Key findings indicate that 75 percent of Saudis have a positive perception towards jobs in tourism, with 83 percent saying...Saudi Parts Center to list on Nomu
Saudi Parts Center Co. will begin trading on Nomu, the Saudi stock exchange's parallel market, on Monday, according to a bourse statement.Moody’s calls transfer of Aramco shares to PIF as credit positive
Moody's has termed the share transfer of Saudi Arabia’s Aramco to the Public Investment Fund as credit positive as it increases the fund’s assets under management.Saudi Arabia elected as Head of ICAO’s Regional Aviation Safety Group for Middle East
The election took place during the ninth session of the group’s meetings hosted in Riyadh from 14-17 February 2022.Saudi Arabia turns to PIF to transform its economy
The Saudi decision to transfer 4% of Saudi Aramco shares worth $80 billion to the kingdom’s Public Investment Fund is designed to shore up the sovereign wealth fund.



















































