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Gulf Business gears up for debut Saudi summit on 3 September

The discussions will cover key themes relevant to any business aiming to operate or expand within Saudi Arabia

New amenities for introduced for Umrah pilgrims: Here's what you need to know

New amenities for introduced for Umrah pilgrims: Here’s what you need to know

From child safety initiatives to real-time crowd management systems, the measures aim to provide a seamless environment for worshippers

Saudi Arabia's annual inflation rate slows to 1.9% in November

Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate slows to 1.9% in November

Housing rental prices rose 5.4 per cent, while passenger transport prices increased 6.4 per cent, according to Saudi’s General Authority for Statistics

Riyadh to Doha in two hours: Gulf Leaders approve SAR115bn rail project

Riyadh to Doha in two hours: Gulf Leaders approve SAR115bn rail project

Spanning 785 kilometres, the high-speed line will link the capitals of Riyadh and Doha, passing through key hubs such as Hofuf and Dammam

Saudi GDP rises in Q4 image courtesy WAM Saudi Arabian flag

Saudi economy grows 4.8% in Q3 on strength of oil, non-oil sectors

Quarter-on-quarter, oil activities increased by 3.3 per cent, non-oil activities rose by 0.6 per cent, and government activities grew by 1.1 per cent, the data showed

Tenable's Mark Thurmond on Black Hat, cybersecurity and exposure management

Tenable’s Mark Thurmond on Black Hat, cybersecurity and exposure management

Thurmond explains what exposure management means in practice, why the Middle East is a strategic priority for Tenable

Red Sea Global's Brett Armitage on transforming Saudi's hospitality landscape

Red Sea Global’s Brett Armitage on sustainability, authenticity and transformative experiences

The group head of Global Branding and Marketing at Red Sea Global, on how story telling, collaboration and transformative guest journeys are placing the destination at the forefront of sustainable, human-led luxury

The world’s youngest fintech firm founder, 27-year-old Abdullah Najashi, is building the MENA region’s largest healthcare credit fund

At just 27, Abdullah Najashi is reshaping Saudi Arabia’s healthcare financing landscape with a record-breaking $533m private credit fund and a vision to make capital smarter, faster and more inclusive.

From Riyadh to Red Sea: How Cityscape 2025 is reshaping urban living

From Riyadh to Red Sea: How Cityscape Global 2025 is reshaping urban living

From high-value deals to future-ready masterplans, the event underscores the kingdom’s strategic positioning as a global real estate hub

Cityscape Global 2025: Saudi unveils $43bn in deals as it showcases its urban future

Cityscape Global 2025: Saudi unveils $43bn in deals as it showcases its urban future

The flow of investment this year highlighted the acceleration of the real estate sector in Saudi and the growing interest from international players

Saudi grants 6-month extension for regularising runaway domestic workers

Saudi grants 6-month extension for regularising runaway domestic workers

The move aims to give both domestic workers and employers an opportunity to correct their status through simplified, automated procedures

Saudi Arabia looks to woo middle-class travellers after years of luxury focus

Saudi Arabia aims to broaden its tourism market in a push to attract 150 million tourists per year by 2030

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

True resilience comes when Saudi engineers are fully empowered and equipped — not just to participate in the workforce, but to lead it, says Al Harbi

PIF, JLL seal landmark MoU to power Saudi real estate growth

PIF, JLL seal landmark MoU to power Saudi real estate growth

The collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives to diversify the domestic economy and expand private sector participation

Saudisation plan for private sector accountants: New rules set to transform jobs

Saudisation plan for private sector accountants: New rules set to transform jobs

The minimum wage for accountants has been set at SAR6,000 for bachelor’s degree holders or equivalent and SAR4,500 for diploma holders

Saudi tightens tourism rules: Fines soar to SAR250,000 for unlicensed operators

Saudi tightens tourism rules: Fines soar to SAR250,000 for unlicensed operators

The move underscores the ministry’s commitment to ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the kingdom’s tourism reputation

Why Madinah is fast becoming Saudi’s most promising investment destination

Why Madinah is fast becoming Saudi’s most promising investment destination

According to a report issued by the Madinah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a total of 224 development projects are currently underway in the region

Qiddiya awards $1.4bn contract for performing arts centre

Qiddiya awards $1.4bn contract for performing arts centre

Once completed, the venue is expected to host over 200 performances annually, spanning theatre, music, digital art, and international productions

Saudi Arabia crude exports rise to six-month high in August

Saudi Arabia crude exports rise to six-month high in August

Crude exports increased to 6.407 million barrels per day (bpd) from 5.994 million bpd in July, marking their highest level since February 2025

Zamzam water home delivery: Nusuk app launches new service in Saudi

Zamzam water home delivery: Nusuk app launches new service in Saudi

With no restrictions on the quantity or frequency of orders, the service aims to facilitate easier access to this sacred water for all users

Saudi crackdown: Landlords to pay up to SAR25,000 for illegal building splits

Saudi crackdown: Landlords to pay up to SAR25,000 for illegal building splits

The updated penalties are part of the ministry’s broader efforts to regulate the urban environment and ensure structural safety

EXCLUSIVE: PIF’s aviation sector head on Riyadh Air’s ‘imminent’ launch, Vision 2030

Muhammad Ovais Yousuf has spoken to Gulf Business in an interview just a day after Riyadh Air announced its inaugural test flight to London

Saudi Arabia’s sports ambitions take off with Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air to launch inaugural flight to London on October 26

Tickets for the route will initially be available only to select passenger groups and Riyadh Air employees as the airline tests systems, crews and service procedures

Saudi Arabia’s ROSHN rebrands to signal strategy shift

10 charts that show Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 in motion

A new cross-sector report published by Moody’s Ratings shows how the country is advancing towards its Vision 2030 goals

Saudi freezes rents in Riyadh for 5 years: Inside the boldest housing reform

SAS opens new regional headquarters in Riyadh to drive AI and analytics innovation

The new regional headquarters will house leadership, consulting, innovation, and customer engagement teams, enhancing collaboration with local partners and clients across key industries

New amenities for introduced for Umrah pilgrims: Here's what you need to know

Saudi’s new rule: All types of visas allow holders to perform Umrah

This policy applies to all visa categories, including personal and family visit visas, electronic tourist visas, transit visas, work visas, and more

New amenities for introduced for Umrah pilgrims: Here's what you need to know

Umrah 2025: Saudi ministry rolls out new accommodation license system

This initiative has been developed in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

Aramco, Honeywell, KAUST sign pact to develop crude-to-chemicals tech

Aramco, Honeywell, KAUST sign pact to develop crude-to-chemicals tech

The three organisations said the initiative supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which seeks to diversify the economy beyond oil by developing downstream industries

Saudi PIF sells 10% stake in Tadawul

Saudi Arabia mulls full foreign access to main stock exchange

This move will enable all foreign investors to participate without meeting eligibility rules

'Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility': AICTO DG Mohamed Ben Amor shares insights

‘Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility’: AICTO DG Mohamed Ben Amor shares insights

As the Arab ICT Organization pushes forward with regional frameworks and ethical AI standards, DG Mohamed Ben Amor highlights how partnerships and policy alignment can strengthen defences across the Arab world and beyond

Saudi’s PIF joins $55bn buyout of Electronic Arts

For PIF, Saudi Arabia’s $1tn wealth fund, the investment is a massive opportunity to push ahead with efforts to become a global hub for games and sports