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Accor’s Q1 sales rise 8% as Middle-East, Africa and Asia Pacific demand picks up

The increase was more pronounced in midscale, upscale and economy hotels in the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific regions

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Red Sea tensions: Another cargo ship targeted in Gulf of Aden

The tensions in the region have led to a sharp drop in commercial vessel voyages through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

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Meituan in Saudi Arabia: Chinese food delivery platform looks at expansion

Meituan is hiring under KeeTa, the brand name it uses for food delivery operations in Hong Kong

Aramco, FIFA sign four-year global partnership

Aramco signs multi-year global partnership deal with FIFA

The four-year deal will see Aramco become a worldwide partner of FIFA, including in major tournaments such as the World Cup 2026

Schengen visa process to go digital from 2028

Major Schengen visa update for Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia and India

Under the new arrangement, nationals of Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain will be eligible for five-year multiple-entry Schengen visas

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Marriott to open Ritz-Carlton Reserve in NEOM’s Trojena

Ritz-Carlton Reserve has only six properties in destinations including Thailand, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and Mexico

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Saudi Arabia: 320,000 new hotel rooms expected by 2030, reveals report

A development cost of $37.8bn is expected by 2030 toward infrastructure, tourism transformation and real estate, according to industry data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia

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Investcorp announces $1bn GCC fund along with China’s CIC

This initiative, announced at Investcorp’s China-GCC Investment and Business Cooperation Summit, aims to attract institutional and private investors from the GCC, along with CIC

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Saudi IPO: Miahona Company to list shares on Tadawul

Miahona was established as one of the first proponents of the public-private partnership (PPP) model in the kingdom

ROSHN launches ALDANAH

Saudi’s ROSHN unveils new residential project in Greater Dammam

Aldanah will feature more than 2,500 homes, spread across 1.7 million square metres, catering to nearly 10,000 residents

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Saudi’s 50% fines discount: Here’s how drivers can benefit

Payment of fines can be made either in one lump sum or separately for each violation.

Aramco in talks to acquire 10% stake in China’s Hengli Petchem

Aramco plans to bolster China investments with 10% stake in Hengli Petchem

The potential deal aligns with the energy firm’s strategy to expand its downstream presence in key high-value markets

PIF agrees to acquire 51% stake in stc Group’s tower company

Saudi Arabia’s PIF, stc Group to create region’s largest tower company

The deal is subject to regulatory approvals and it is expected to be closed in the second half of 2024

Recycling plastic

Global plastic treaty talks: What do countries and companies want?

The treaty is meant to address plastics through their entire lifecycle – from when they are produced, to how they are used and then disposed of

Oil

Ample oil supplies limit impact of Middle East tensions on prices

The weakening signs in physical markets have been driven by peak refinery maintenance, extra supply from the US, and a recovery from outages at some producers

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Oil prices near $90 as Middle East tensions rise

The geopolitical risk premium in oil prices had been unwinding this week on the perception that the US could ensure tensions were managed

China Southern inaugurates flights from Beijing to Riyadh

China Southern launches new flights connecting Beijing with Riyadh

The new routes reinforce Saudi Arabia’s commitment to boost the growth of the travel and aviation sectors

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‘Unstable weather system’ brings heavy rain to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain

Several parts of Saudi Arabia witnessed heavy rains and hail showers this week, prompting warnings from meteorology and civil defense authorities

NEOM reportedly considers debut riyal bond sale to fund projects

NEOM reportedly considers debut riyal bond sale to fund projects

The company has appointed banks including HSBC and the securities units of Al Rajhi Bank and Saudi National Bank to advise on the debt sale

Dar Al Arkan, ROSHN partner on SAR215m project in Sedra community

Dar Al Arkan, ROSHN ink deal on SAR215m project in Sedra community

Spanning 56,280 square metres, the project featuring villas will seamlessly blend modern amenities with Saudi heritage

Want career growth in Saudi, UAE? LinkedIn says look to these 29 companies

Every year, LinkedIn publishes its ‘Top Companies’ lists for the UAE and Saudi Arabia using data on its platform that ranks organisations on seven pillars

Saudi Arabia posts 2023 budget deficit of $22bn

Inflation in Saudi Arabia cools despite housing rental rises

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Saudi Arabia recorded a slight decrease of 0.1 per cent compared to February 2024

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Oil prices fall but further escalation could see rates at $100 a barrel

Analysts said prolonged tensions through the second quarter this year have largely priced oil at $85-$90 per barrel

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Saudi Arabia’s e-delivery sector records massive 61% growth

Saudi Arabia has recorded a 61 per cent increase in the number of registered e-delivery businesses in the Kingdom

Red Sea

Red Sea crisis results in more container ship usage, adding to emission woes

The Red Sea crisis has put plans of some operators to replace aging fleets with newer more fuel-efficient ships on the backburner.

Lucid Group secures $1bn from Saudi PIF affiliate

EV maker Lucid beats first-quarter delivery estimates

Lucid said last month it was raising $1bn in capital from Ayar Third Investment Co, an affiliate of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund

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Eid al Fitr 2024: Saudi Arabia, UAE confirm last day of Ramadan

Saudi’s Supreme Court had asked Muslims across the country to sight the crescent moon to mark the start of Eid al Fitr

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Saudi Arabia issues industrial licences worth SAR1.88bn in Feb

By the end of February, Saudi Arabia had a total of 11,757 factories either operational or under construction

Saudi Aramco lines up banks for potential share sale

Shell, Aramco in final stage of Pavilion Energy talks: Reports

Shell has said it believes gas and LNG will play a critical role in the energy transition by replacing more polluting coal in power plants

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Red Sea tensions: UK security firm says vessel targeted near Yemen’s Hodeidah

Yemen’s Houthis have staged attacks on shipping in the Red Sea region for months in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza