Riyadh, 1st December 2024: Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve proudly announces the reintroduction of the Persian onager to Saudi Arabia, marking the species’ return to the Kingdom after more than a century of absence. In April 2024, seven Persian onagers were translocated from the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature’s Shaumari Reserve in Jordan to the Reserve, establishing the first wild population in the Kingdom in over a century. Following their 935-kilometer journey, the onagers have adapted well to their new habitat, with the birth of the first foal in the Reserve—a significant milestone in rewilding efforts for both the Reserve and Saudi Arabia. “These are the first free running onager seen in Saudi Arabia since their extinction in the early 1900s. Historically celebrated by Arabic ......read more

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 29 November 2024: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing public health in Saudi Arabia by hosting two key conferences this week that focused on addressing critical healthcare challenges in child welfare and musculoskeletal (MSK) health. Drawing over 1,200 regional and global experts, the events highlighted JHAH’s pivotal role in facilitating impactful dialogues that connect international expertise with the Kingdom’s healthcare priorities. By focusing on key population health issues such as child welfare and musculoskeletal health, JHAH is actively contributing to Vision 2030’s objectives of enhancing healthcare outcomes, improving quality of life, and promoting societal cohesion across the Kingdom. The Life is Motion conference, which ran ......read more

Riyadh, November 28th, 2024 – The Hayel Saeed Anam (HSA) Group has announced the official launch of its new company Advanced International Trading Company (AITC), which specializes in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking a significant move to strengthen its position in this sector. This launch comes in response to the rapid growth and increased demand for FMCGs, driven by population growth, rising income levels, and urban expansion—all aligning with “Saudi Vision 2030”. AITC contributes to the transformation of the Saudi FMCG landscape by introducing a dynamic portfolio of local and global brands, reflecting its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of Saudi consumers. As a first phase of the launch, the company has signed distribution agreements with ......read more

operational efficiency team recognised spending efficiency & sustainability Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has been awarded the Expenditure Efficiency Award in the ‘Best Model in Healthcare’ category at the Expenditure Efficiency Forum in recognition of its efforts in optimising resource usage, advancing healthcare innovation and committing to sustainability to provide exceptional patient care. Organised by the Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority (EXPRO), the forum held in Riyadh awarded 18 government entities for leading best practices in expenditure efficiency. KFSHRC’s operational efficiency team received this award for excellence in achieving spending efficiency, promoting governmental projects, and sustaining the impact. This award enhances the ......read more

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 28 November 2024: International collaboration, innovation and sustainability were the key themes of the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC28), hosted by Invest Saudi and the World Association of International Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) that concluded in Riyadh this week. Commenting on the success of the event, H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment said, "This event was held under the auspicious patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to whom we extend our deepest gratitude for his visionary leadership and unwavering support. “Over the past three days, we discussed the critical challenges facing global investment and reviewed  the boundless opportunities that investment offers. From the ......read more

Takeda hosted successful inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Aware forum in Riyadh Riyadh, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, November 28, 2024: Global biopharmaceutical company Takeda recently hosted the “IBD Aware” Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, aiming to advance the care of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). IBD, which encompasses chronic conditions including Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease, is characterized by persistent inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Organized by Takeda and endorsed by the Saudi Society for Clinical Pharmacy (SSCP), and the Saudi Gastroenterology Association (SGA), the IBD Aware forum brought together leading IBD experts from across Saudi Arabia and highlighted the critical need for a multidisciplinary approach to IBD care, in line with the recently updated national treatment ......read more

The SPL will publish and amplify official video and editorial content across OneFootball Fans can look forward to engaging match clips, highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and viral moments ‘This collaboration is an important step in our commitment to increasing international engagement,’ Omar Mugharbel, SPL CEO Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 27 November 2024: The Saudi Pro League (SPL) and OneFootball have announced a new partnership aimed at expanding the global visibility of one of the world’s fastest-growing football leagues. Through this collaboration, the SPL will publish and amplify official video and editorial content across OneFootball, bringing fans closer to the action worldwide than ever before. As part of this partnership, OneFootball will feature video content across its platforms, ......read more

Day 2 focus on supply chain resilience, digital technology, localized value chains, and forging global partnerships. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 26 November 2024: H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia, highlighted today a shift from globalization to regionalization to optimize supply chain resilience at the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC) in Riyadh, which is being cohosted by Invest Saudi and the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA). The day's proceedings were marked by the unveiling of nine transformative investment deals under Saudi Arabia's Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (GSCRI). Valued at over $9.3 billion, these deals will strengthen the Kingdom's economy and drive further investment. Returning to the stage following his keynote address to ......read more

Inaugural sessions emphasize digital transformation, sustainability, and Saudi Arabia’s leadership in global investment opportunities. Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 25 November 2024: Invest Saudi and The World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) officially launched the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC) today in Riyadh. With an overarching theme of ‘Harnessing Digital Transformation and Sustainable Growth: Scaling Investment Opportunities’, the first day brought together more than 2,000 attendees from 130 countries, including 30 ministers, to explore key strategies for overcoming global investment challenges and unlocking opportunities for the future. H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment, opened the event with an insightful keynote address, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s ......read more

Riyadh, Tuesday 26 November 2024- Leading sport and entertainment marketing and brand experience agency CSM, now part of Wasserman after its acquisition in 2023, has appointed Ian Mathie as its new Managing Director for Saudi Arabia. Announced today by Wasserman President – EMEA & APAC, Matt Vandrau, the appointment reaffirms CSM’s commitment to the Kingdom as it continues its remarkable journey to becoming one of the world’s leading destinations for sport and entertainment. Mathie, who relocated to CSM’s Riyadh office in mid-September, is a highly accomplished sports media executive with over 25 years’ experience and has previously held senior leadership positions at renowned organisations such as World Sport Group, Lagardere and Infront. He arrives with direct experience in securing lucrative ......read more

The Forum will be held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, November 2024: Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, the Ministry of Environment Water and Agriculture will host the 1st International Forum for Saudi Reef in Al Ahsa between December 16-18, 2024. The Forum aims to empower rural communities and strengthen their role in sustainable development. Dr. Maha Aldhahi, Head of the Forum’s Executive Committee, highlighted the Forum’s significance: “The Forum is a pivotal event in advancing rural development, in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Saudi Vision 2030. It will support rural ......read more

This year’s conference theme: ‘Harnessing Digital Transformation and Sustainable Growth: Scaling Investment Opportunities’. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 24 November 2024: Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin AbdulAziz Al Saud, the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) and Invest Saudi are organizing the 28th annual World Investment Conference (WIC) from November 25 to 27,  in Riyadh. This prestigious event will gather global leaders in investment, government, and international organizations to address the theme, ‘Harnessing Digital Transformation and Sustainable Growth: Scaling Investment Opportunities’. His Excellency Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia, commented: “Under the wise leadership of ......read more

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh— 24 November 2024: Dave's Hot Chicken, the LA-famous street food sensation known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, has expanded its presence in Riyadh with the launch of its third location on Anas Bin Malik Street. This marks a significant milestone as the new branch is the second drive-thru for Dave's Hot Chicken in the region, following the successful launch of its first drive-thru in Riyadh in August 2024. The expansion reflects the growing demand for the brand’s offerings in the region. Walid Hajj, CEO of Lavoya Group, said: "After the success of our first drive-thru, we are thrilled to launch our second drive-thru at our newest, third branch in Riyadh. This expansion allows us to cover more areas, serving more customers due to the high demand for the brand, while also expanding our ......read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 22 November, 2024: The 9th edition of the Saudi Pediatric Neurology Society (SPNS) Conference and Workshops takes off today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the leading event organised by Maarefah Management, and featuring cutting-edge discussions and insights into various pediatric neurology topics. With participation of top healthcare officials, dignitaries, industry leaders, speakers, panellists', analysts and experts. Prof. Fahad Al Bashiri, President SPNS, professor and consultant Pediatric Neurologist at the College of Medicine, King Saud University, will be sharing pivotal insights about the importance of vitamin "D" in children's health and the recommended dose in children with epilepsy. Prof. Fahad Al Bashiri, said: "Vitamin D plays a crucial role in maintaining bone health, muscle ......read more

Inaugural PFL MENA Championships on Friday, November 29 at King Saud University includes the grand return of Saudi Arabia's Hattan Alsaif PFL World Championships night will also crown six Champions, across men's and women's championship fights Tickets are available via webook.com RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA (22 November 2024) – With one week until the Professional Fighters League (PFL) World Championships in Riyadh, Mohammad Alaqraa has thrown down the gauntlet to Omar El Dafrawy by insisting: "You will never become a champion – stop dreaming." The PFL MENA Welterweight Championship will be decided between Kuwait's Alaqraa (7-0) and Egypt's El Dafrawy (12-6) in the co-main event of the 2024 PFL MENA Championship on Friday, November 29 at King Saud University. The bout is part ......read more

The Saudi Film Commission is set to participate in the 18th edition of Film Bazaar, South Asia’s premier film market, taking place alongside the International Film Festival of India in Goa from November 20-24. As the largest film market in the region, Film Bazaar attracts filmmakers, producers, sales agents, and industry leaders from around the globe, making it a pivotal event for fostering creative and financial collaborations, talent discovery, and international partnerships. With this presence, the Saudi Film Commission seeks to enhance Saudi Arabia’s footprint in the global film industry and strengthen ties between the Saudi and Indian film sectors. The Commission’s participation aims to open new avenues for collaboration, enabling filmmakers from both nations to explore partnership opportunities and attract ......read more

ENGIE’s 22 MWp solar project with Al Jouf Cement to significantly reduce carbon emissions and enhance renewable energy use in Saudi Arabia’s industrial secto - The project is estimated to cut carbon emissions by 1,481,100 tons, supporting decarbonization in an energy-intensive industry ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Al Jouf Cement Company (AJCC) to develop a 22 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant AJCC’s cement facility located to the south of Turaif Governorate, which is in the Northern Borders Province region of Saudi Arabia. The signing ceremony took place today at the Turaif cement plant, attended by His Highness Prince Faisal Bin Sultan Al Saud, Prince of the Northern Border. This strategic project is key to advancing Saudi Vision ......read more

Al Ula : With the commitment to raising health awareness and promoting healthy living practices, Bupa Arabia is bringing the third edition of the prestigious Padel Tournament to AlUla from November 21 to November 23, 2024. This tournament is part of Bupa’s sustainable strategy aimed at increasing health consciousness and physical fitness among both corporate and individual clients. This tournament is one of the components included in the ‘Live Right’ program, which was launched by Bupa Arabia in 2002 and focuses on active health promotion among women in Saudi Arabia. The initiative encourages the adoption of healthy habits, primarily physical exercise, while also promoting a balance between work, life, and sports. This aligns with the targets of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, which aims to ensure that ......read more

Consortium signed two 25-year Power Purchase Agreements with Saudi Power Procurement Company to develop Rumah 2 IPP and Al Nairyah 2 IPP, two greenfield combined cycle gas power plants   The Rumah 2 IPP and the Al Nairyah 2 IPP will each have a power generation capacity of 1.8 GW and will deploy state-of-the-art and highly efficient gas turbine technology for a combined generation capacity of 3.6 GW   19 November 2024, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC ("TAQA"), one of the largest listed integrated utility companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, together with JERA Co., Inc ("JERA"), Japan's largest power generation company and Al Bawani Capital ("AlBawani"), a subsidiary of AlBawani Holding, a leading and diversified contracting and development group, announced ......read more

Riyad—Delegates from Saudi Arabia recently participated in the UK's Deep Dialogue event on transnational education (TNE), held from 12 to 14 November in Manchester. The event, organised by the British Council, brought together leading stakeholders in higher education from across the globe, facilitating in-depth discussions on the trends, regulations, and challenges shaping TNE. Saudi Arabia are focused on developing capacity by adopting best educational and administrative practices from foreign universities. The Saudi delegation includes prominent representatives, his Excellency Professor Dr Bassam bin Abdullah Al-Bassam, Secretary General of the Council Of Universities Affairs; His Excellency Dr Tarif Yousef Al Alaama, President of King Abdulaziz University; Prof. Moneer M. Alotaibi, Consultant  of the Council of ......read more

His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb calls on next Chair to continue to drive forward the sector which forecasts 10% contribution to global GDP CARTAGENA DE INDIAS, 15 November 2024: At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the industry to continue to strengthen the global tourism agenda. The chair of the UN Tourism Executive Council is pivotal in guiding the organization's vision, shaping global tourism policies, and enhancing international cooperation among member states. Under Saudi Arabia's leadership, a transformative general program was established, prioritizing investments, education, youth empowerment, and sustainability. This unified sector approach has already led to positive economic trends and ......read more

Key changes include the reduction of minimum issuance size, and expanding the listing rules to accommodate for exempt debt offerings. The amendments aim to facilitate listing requirements, enhancing the local debt market's attractiveness and boosting investor participation. Riyadh – 13 November 2024: The Saudi Exchange has announced amendments to the Listing Rules for debt instruments, aligned with the CMA's significant market enhancements, effective from its publishing date. These changes aim to create greater depth and liquidity in the overall debt capital market, through boosting investor participation and unlocking the potential for debt issuances. The amendments to the Listing Rules of debt instruments are designed to facilitate listing requirements while strengthening market integrity and efficiency. The ......read more

RIYADH, KSA / November 12, 2024 / The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) celebrated the official launch of its operations in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone for RCSI as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the region and provide a wider range of healthcare-specific programmes in Saudi Arabia. Held at the Irish Embassy in Riyadh, the launch event was attended by esteemed representatives from the healthcare sector, government officials, members of the Irish community and RCSI alumni in Saudi Arabia; providing an opportunity to celebrate the launch and explore future collaborations within the Saudi healthcare sector. As a University deeply committed to global health and wellbeing, we are proud to establish a presence in Riyadh and to continue our efforts in the region ......read more

“Person-Centered Care Gold Certification” Ranks JHAH Among Only 117 Healthcare Organizations Worldwide, and Among Fewer Than 10 in Saudi Arabia Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – 11 November 2024: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) has been awarded the “Planetree Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care” for the second time, confirming its global leadership in this field. The certification, which recognizes person-centered healthcare services, ranks JHAH among only 117 healthcare organizations worldwide, and among fewer than 10 in Saudi Arabia. Planetree Gold Certification represents the highest level of recognition in person-centered care, highlighting JHAH’s commitment to providing a healthcare environment that prioritizes the preferences, values, and needs of our patients, families, ......read more

ROSHN expands its strategic real estate offerings by diversifying its portfolio to include a variety of new sectors beyond residential, in line with its long-term objectives. Rebranding will strengthen its strategic advancements in expansion and growth, solidifying the Group’s new identity as the Kingdom’s national champion of mixed-use, multi-asset destination real estate and a key enabler of Vision 2030 goals, unlocking promising horizons for new market sectors, investors, and partners. Riyadh, 10 November 2024: In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to enhancing its core business of developing vibrant and sustainable destinations, ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia's leading multi-asset class real estate developer and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has introduced a new identity and strategic focus that ......read more

Redefined and expanded Cityscape Global features various new segments, more than 150 hours of content, over 500 experts sharing ‘Future of Living’ insights, and 400 exhibitors Four-day show to feature debut Stadiums and Mega Events stage, powered by the Ministry of Sport, ROSHN Hackathon offering SAR1 million in prizes, and a live auction with SAR1 billion worth of exclusive assets Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 10 November 2024: Cityscape Global, the world's largest real estate event, will open its doors tomorrow at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Centre, Malham, with an expanded focus on driving business-to-business (B2B) transactions. Running from 11-14 November, this year’s Cityscape Global grows to add on two new halls over 45,000 sqm, features various new segments, more than 150 hours of ......read more

Leading Japanese firm to highlight design credentials and landmark regional projects, including One Za’abeel, Tadawul Tower and Dubai Harbour Residences Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 7 November 2024: Top Japanese architectural, engineering and urban design firm, Nikken Sekkei, one of the world’s largest practices, is unveiling its latest projects and innovative solutions at Cityscape Global. Since the 1980s, Nikken Sekkei has created timeless architectural icons across the Middle East and continues to deliver industry leading projects in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and throughout the region. Dr. Fadi Jabri, CEO of Nikken Sekkei Dubai, said: “We are thrilled to be part of Cityscape Global, the region's leading real estate event, and to showcase our wide range of expertise including mixed-use developments, offices, luxury ......read more

The Closing Ceremony revealed the three winning projects of this year’s Tanween Mega Challenge which focused on enriching the Hajj pilgrimage. Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, November 6, 2024 - The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has just concluded the seventh edition of Tanween, Ithra’s flagship design conference, inviting leading experts and creatives to Fail Forward. With a rich program of panel discussions, masterclasses, workshops and exhibitions, this year’s conference yielded tangible impact and offered professionals and enthusiasts productive opportunities to connect, share insights, network and collaborate. Shahad Alwazani, Tanween Program Lead, highlighted the importance of this year’s theme by celebrating failure as an essential step toward success, encouraging experimentation without fear ......read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 2 November 2024: Al Hilal may have relinquished their 100 percent start to the 2024-25 Roshn Saudi League season, but for defender Kalidou Koulibaly, the Capital Derby was another display of the title-holders' championship mettle. Not even a minute had elapsed on Friday night when Al Hilal went behind to chief rivals Al Nassr, the hosts ahead through Anderson Talisca's 55-second finish to send the majority of the 25,000-plus crowd at Al Awwal Park wild in celebration. Al Hilal, to that point with eight wins from eight to begin the season where they left off last term, were in an instant in danger of their mammoth unbeaten RSL run coming to an end. But, like champions do, they rallied. Indeed, they could have nicked a ninth successive win had a late claim for a penalty gone their way. However, ......read more

The world's Top 8 singles players and doubles teams commemorated the first WTA Finals to be held in Saudi Arabia in the historic district of Diriyah This year's photos and portraits were captured by renowned photographer Jingyu Lin Play begins on Saturday at 3:30pm local time Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Friday, 1 November 2024) - The WTA today released the official group photographs and individual player portraits to celebrate the WTA Finals Riyadh presented by PIF. On the eve of the 53rd edition of the WTA Finals Riyadh presented by PIF the Top 8 singles players and doubles teams came together in the historic district of Diriyah to commemorate the prestigious season-ending tournament coming to Saudi Arabia for the first time.This year’s celebratory WTA Finals photos were shot by New ......read more

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - October 31, 2024: - Yesterday ServiceNow, the AI platform for business transformation, hosted the ServiceNow Summit Riyadh, focused on digital transformation and AI technologies, at the Fairmont Hotel. The event was attended by more than 500 distinguished guests, including representatives from prominent customers like NEOM, SDAIA, and Aramco, along with leading digital transformation experts. It featured insightful presentations from Saif Mashat, Area Vice President, ServiceNow Saudi Arabia as well as leaders from across the ServiceNow ecosystem. ServiceNow, with its end-to-end AI-powered platform has been chosen by 85% of the Fortune 500.  With no less than 350 different AI innovations included in Xanadu, their most recent Now Platform update, ServiceNow is heading towards a promising strategic ......read more

NFPA joins the conference as a Technical Partner, leading the way in safety innovations Riyadh, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, October 30, 2024: The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) announces its participation in the 4th International Fire Operations Conference (IFOC), which will take place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 3 to 7, 2024. The conference will explore emerging trends and technologies in fire prevention, safety protocols, emergency response, and crisis management. Aimed at thought leaders, practitioners, and innovators from around the globe, the event will provide participants with innovative insights, strategies, and best practices to address current challenges in fire operations. With 130 years of experience in fire safety, including fire ......read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29October 2024 – The ninth edition of the GCC Board Chair Summit culminated at the Crowne Plaza Convention Center in Riyadh, uniting over 150 of the region’s top board chairs, influential leaders, and industry experts to address the critical challenges and trends shaping the future of the GCC’s business landscape. Held under the theme ‘GCC Transforms: Driving Change,’ the summit delved into global shifts shaping the region’s economic trajectory, including corporate governance, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks. The event served as a vital platform for exchanging insights and innovative approaches to corporate governance in an era of rapid change. Mohammed Al Shroogi, Chairman of the GCC Board Directors ......read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Monday, October 28) – Two future stars of Saudi women's tennis hit the ceremonial opening shots on the center court at King Saud University Indoor Arena today ahead of this weekend's start to the WTA Finals Riyadh. The center court at King Saud University Indoor Arena is ready for action ahead of the tournament taking place from November 2-9. Built in five days by a team of 15, the court measures 44m x 21m and is made from special wood with four layers of acrylic paint. A total of 462 wooden boards were used to form the base. Additionally, three practice courts were completed in the same timeframe. The court was unveiled earlier today by Saudi Tennis Federation President Arij Mutabugani and WTA Finals Riyadh Tournament Director Garbine Muguruza. Two tennis talents from the Saudi Tennis ......read more

ewpartners and The Saudi National Bank Collaborate to Empower Businesses and Support Saudi Arabia’s Economic Growth Under Vision 2030 Faisal Al-Amoudi, Executive Vice President of the Saudi National Bank, and Jessica Wong, Managing Partner of ewpartners, sign the partnership agreement On October 23, at the Seamless Saudi Arabia event, ewpartners and the Saudi National Bank (SNB) announced a strategic partnership. Under this partnership, SNB will provide comprehensive financial solutions to ewpartners and its associated enterprises, as well as key projects like the KSA-Sino Logistics Special Economic Zone. This collaboration aims to eliminate financial barriers between Chinese and Saudi enterprises, fostering deeper integration and development across industries. ewpartners will recommend SNB as the preferred banking partner ......read more

San Francisco, USA, 24 October 2024: Sustainable development needs to be the cornerstone of the Travel and Tourism sector, now and into the future, according to H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, who took part in the fourth annual World Economic Forum Urban Transformation Summit, being held in San Francisco, California. The Minister, who is one of the chairs of the Summit, gave Keynote Remarks during the Opening Plenary session. He commented that while tourism growth brings challenges like overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and environmental pressures, keeping sustainability at the heart of the approach to tackling those challenges will set up the sector for the future: “We are seeing exponential growth in the tourism sector, and in parallel, we are seeing a rising demand for sustainable, ......read more

Riyadh, October 23, 2024: DZRT, the leading smoking cessation brand, has opened its first retail store in Saudi Arabia at Boulevard City. This milestone aligns with the kick-off of Riyadh Season, marking a significant expansion of the brand's presence in the Kingdom. The store opening follows DZRT's signing a main sponsorship agreement with the General Entertainment Authority for Riyadh Season 2024. Through this opening, DZRT aims to strengthen its presence at major events in the Kingdom and directly reach individuals looking to quit smoking, especially given the strong demand for the product since it first went on sale in 2023. DZRT is the first Saudi brand to locally produce nicotine pouches, offering a less harmful alternative for smokers. The pouches are made from pharma-grade nicotine and the highest quality ......read more

The Group’s participation in the event is in line with its efforts to showcasing the UAE’s progress across diverse sectors at regional and global events Dubai, UAE, 23 October 2024 7X, a leading enabler of trade, transport and logistics, is participating at Seamless Saudi Arabia 2024, as a diamond sponsor, demonstrating the latest developments in the UAE’s logistics and financial services sectors, and highlighting the country’s digital progress in diverse domains. 7X is leveraging its participation in the exhibition to showcase its latest services and technology-based products in trade, transport, and logistics designed to serve both individuals and businesses in the UAE and beyond. This reflects its commitment to driving innovation and contributing to the region’s digital transformation. ......read more

New Indonesia Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) service to commence in the first half of December 2024 Dedicated email, live support and websites to be available in seven languages - English, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, German, and French Group booking facility to be available for the benefit of travel trade and conventions VFS Global has tied up with Emirates Airlines to make Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) application service seamless for Emirates Airlines passengers. The Directorate General of Immigration under the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, Indonesia has appointed VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, as the exclusive private service provider for Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) to make the process ......read more

Mastercard’s new infrastructure aims to support a secure digital payments ecosystem in the Kingdom October 23, 2024, | RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Mastercard announced the launch of world class technology infrastructure in Saudi Arabia that will enable the processing of ecommerce transactions locally, providing a seamless and secure payments experience for both Mastercard partners and consumers, supporting the acceleration of the Kingdom’s digital commerce. As part of its efforts to empower the digital transformation, drive economic diversification and empower innovation in Saudi Arabia, and under the patronage of The Saudi Central Bank  (SAMA), the local establishment of Mastercard Gateway widens the technology company’s footprint in the region and underlines ......read more