Saudi Arabia

Country Saudi Arabia
Capital Riyadh
Continent Asia
Currency Saudi Riyal(SAR)
Languages Arabic

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Saudi Arabia is the birthplace of Islam and home to Islam's two holiest shrines in Mecca and Medina. The king's official title is the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. The modern Saudi state was founded in 1932 by ABD AL-AZIZ bin Abd al-Rahman Al SAUD (Ibn Saud) after a 30-year campaign to unify most of the Arabian Peninsula. A male descendent of Ibn Saud, his son ABDALLAH bin Abd al-Aziz, rules the country today as required by the country's 1992 Basic Law. Following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990, Saudi Arabia accepted the Kuwaiti royal family and 400,000 refugees while allowing Western and Arab troops to deploy on its soil for the liberation of Kuwait the following year. The continuing presence of foreign troops on Saudi soil after the liberation of Kuwait became a source of tension between the royal family and the public until all operational US troops left the country in 2003. Major terrorist attacks in May and November 2003 spurred a strong on-going campaign against domestic terrorism and extremism. King ABDALLAH has continued the cautious reform program begun when he was crown prince. To promote increased political participation, the government held elections nationwide from February through April 2005 for half the members of 179 municipal councils. In December 2005, King ABDALLAH completed the process by appointing the remaining members of the advisory municipal councils. The king instituted an Inter-Faith Dialogue initiative in 2008 to encourage religious tolerance on a global level; in February 2009, he reshuffled the cabinet, which led to more moderates holding ministerial and judicial positions, and appointed the first female to the cabinet. The country remains a leading producer of oil and natural gas and holds more than 20% of the world's proven oil reserves. The government continues to pursue economic reform and diversification, particularly since Saudi Arabia's accession to the WTO in December 2005, and promotes foreign investment in the kingdom. A burgeoning population, aquifer depletion, and an economy largely dependent on petroleum output and prices are all ongoing governmental concerns.

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Did Saudi Arabia get Eid al-Fitr's date wrong? - The New ArabDid Saudi Arabia get Eid al-Fitr's date wrong?  The New Arab

Trump says he plans to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and ‘possibly other countries’ - The Times of IsraelTrump says he plans to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and ‘possibly other countries’  The Times of Israel

Indians in foreign jails: Over 10,000 nationals imprisoned abroad, highest in Saudi Arabia, says MEA - The Indian ExpressIndians in foreign jails: Over 10,000 nationals imprisoned abroad, highest in Saudi Arabia, says MEA  The Indian Express

Eid 2025: UK experts challenge Saudi’s ‘impossible’ Shawwal crescent sighting; Eid-ul-Fitr in KSA on Sunday, March 30 - Hindustan TimesEid 2025: UK experts challenge Saudi’s ‘impossible’ Shawwal crescent sighting; Eid-ul-Fitr in KSA on Sunday, March 30  Hindustan Times

Donald Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia as early as next month - Times of IndiaDonald Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia as early as next month  Times of India

Trump Plans To Visit Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar In First Foreign Trip - NDTVTrump Plans To Visit Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar In First Foreign Trip  NDTV

Trump planning to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May: Report - Deccan HeraldTrump planning to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May: Report  Deccan Herald

Trump Reveals Upcoming Foreign Visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Other Key Nations - OneindiaTrump Reveals Upcoming Foreign Visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Other Key Nations  Oneindia

Saudi Arabia announces end of fasting month, Id to be celebrated across Gulf on March 30 - The HinduSaudi Arabia announces end of fasting month, Id to be celebrated across Gulf on March 30  The Hindu

Saudi Arabia To Join Abraham Accords? Trump Plans Riyadh Trip As First Foreign Visit: Report - News18Saudi Arabia To Join Abraham Accords? Trump Plans Riyadh Trip As First Foreign Visit: Report  News18

After proposing $800 million cricket league, Saudi Arabia wants to jointly host Rugby World Cup - The Indian ExpressAfter proposing $800 million cricket league, Saudi Arabia wants to jointly host Rugby World Cup  The Indian Express

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in Saudi Arabia: Moon sighting, Date & Public holidays on EID - Times of IndiaEid-ul-Fitr 2025 in Saudi Arabia: Moon sighting, Date & Public holidays on EID  Times of India

Saudi Arabia e-invoicing integration expands with 22nd wave - Global VAT ComplianceSaudi Arabia e-invoicing integration expands with 22nd wave  Global VAT Compliance

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in Saudi Arabia: moon sighting, date & public holidays - The Economic TimesEid-ul-Fitr 2025 in Saudi Arabia: moon sighting, date & public holidays  The Economic Times

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: When Is Eid In Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK And Other Countries - NDTVEid-ul-Fitr 2025: When Is Eid In Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK And Other Countries  NDTV

Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month: Why he chose Middle East for first foreign trip? Ukraine on agenda? - MintTrump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month: Why he chose Middle East for first foreign trip? Ukraine on agenda?  Mint

Arabian Cement forecasts rise in cement demand in Saudi Arabia - Global CementArabian Cement forecasts rise in cement demand in Saudi Arabia  Global Cement

Donald Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month: White House - Business StandardDonald Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month: White House  Business Standard

L&T Bags Major Orders for Power Projects in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar - India InfolineL&T Bags Major Orders for Power Projects in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar  India Infoline

‘Saudi Arabia, Qatar and…’: Trump reveals nations that he plans to ‘visit soon’, explains why - Hindustan Times‘Saudi Arabia, Qatar and…’: Trump reveals nations that he plans to ‘visit soon’, explains why  Hindustan Times

After major arms sales, Trump to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar: What to know - AL-MonitorAfter major arms sales, Trump to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar: What to know  AL-Monitor

Aramco Launches Saudi Arabia’s First Direct Air Capture Facility for Carbon Removal - SolarQuarterAramco Launches Saudi Arabia’s First Direct Air Capture Facility for Carbon Removal  SolarQuarter

Eid 2025: When is Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia? Is Eid ul Fitr on March 30 or 31? - financialexpress.comEid 2025: When is Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia? Is Eid ul Fitr on March 30 or 31?  financialexpress.com

Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month, says White House - India TV NewsTrump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month, says White House  India TV News

When is Eid-ul-Fitr in India? Saudi Arabia moon sighting confirms Eid date - Times of IndiaWhen is Eid-ul-Fitr in India? Saudi Arabia moon sighting confirms Eid date  Times of India

Eid ul-Fitr 2025: Crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on Sunday; India likely to celebrate on Monday, March 31 - MintEid ul-Fitr 2025: Crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on Sunday; India likely to celebrate on Monday, March 31  Mint

Moon sighting for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: When to watch in India, UAE, and Saudi Arabia - Times of IndiaMoon sighting for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: When to watch in India, UAE, and Saudi Arabia  Times of India

Breaking News: Eid-ul-Fitr to be celebrated in Saudi Arabia tomorrow, moon sighting confirmed - India.ComBreaking News: Eid-ul-Fitr to be celebrated in Saudi Arabia tomorrow, moon sighting confirmed  India.Com

Eid 2025 moon sighting highlights: Saudi Arabia, UAE spot Shawwal crescent; Muslims to mark Eid-ul-Fitr on Sunday Mar 30 - Hindustan TimesEid 2025 moon sighting highlights: Saudi Arabia, UAE spot Shawwal crescent; Muslims to mark Eid-ul-Fitr on Sunday Mar 30  Hindustan Times

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares first day of Eid, celebrations in Saudi Ara - India.ComEid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares first day of Eid, celebrations in Saudi Ara  India.Com

Saudi Arabia, Qatar & Kuwait Refuse To Let US Use Air Bases For Iran Attack - i24NEWSSaudi Arabia, Qatar & Kuwait Refuse To Let US Use Air Bases For Iran Attack  i24NEWS

Eid 2025 moon sighting in India: Date, timings and Saudi Arabia's Eid Al Fitr announcement - India TV NewsEid 2025 moon sighting in India: Date, timings and Saudi Arabia's Eid Al Fitr announcement  India TV News

Mumbai News: Man Dupes 7 Youths Of ?8.75 Lakh With Fake Job Promises In Saudi Arabia - Free Press JournalMumbai News: Man Dupes 7 Youths Of ?8.75 Lakh With Fake Job Promises In Saudi Arabia  Free Press Journal

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date: When is Eid in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bangladesh, and Pakistan? - The Indian ExpressEid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date: When is Eid in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bangladesh, and Pakistan?  The Indian Express

When is Eid 2025 in Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA, UK, and other countries? Check the moon sighting dates - Times of IndiaWhen is Eid 2025 in Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA, UK, and other countries? Check the moon sighting dates  Times of India

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting date for Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK, Germany, France: Will Eid-ul-Fitr be on Mar 30 or 31 - Hindustan TimesEid 2025 crescent moon sighting date for Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK, Germany, France: Will Eid-ul-Fitr be on Mar 30 or 31  Hindustan Times

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date in Saudi Arabia: When is Eid al-Fitr Holiday in Saudi? - MoneycontrolEid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date in Saudi Arabia: When is Eid al-Fitr Holiday in Saudi?  Moneycontrol

Mitsubishi Power, Ltd. Middle East and North Africa | Mitsubishi Power Secures Two Groundbreaking Gas Turbine Orders for Saudi Arabia's Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 Projects - Mitsubishi PowerMitsubishi Power, Ltd. Middle East and North Africa | Mitsubishi Power Secures Two Groundbreaking Gas Turbine Orders for Saudi Arabia's Rumah-1 and Al-Nairyah-1 Projects  Mitsubishi Power

Why maids keep dying in Saudi Arabia - Deccan HeraldWhy maids keep dying in Saudi Arabia  Deccan Herald

Saudi Arabia in Massive trouble due to Price Crown's NEOM project, estimated cost 25 times higher than GDP | - India.ComSaudi Arabia in Massive trouble due to Price Crown's NEOM project, estimated cost 25 times higher than GDP |  India.Com

Eid ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Eid in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Afghanistan on - India.ComEid ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Eid in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Afghanistan on  India.Com

Eid ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Saudi Arabia, Australia, Bangladesh, New Zealand CONFIRM date, India, UAE to - India.ComEid ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Saudi Arabia, Australia, Bangladesh, New Zealand CONFIRM date, India, UAE to  India.Com

Trump will visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House clarifies - The Times of IsraelTrump will visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House clarifies  The Times of Israel

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting: March 30 or March 31? When is Eid in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Qatar, India, - India.ComEid 2025 crescent moon sighting: March 30 or March 31? When is Eid in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Qatar, India,  India.Com

Trump’s First Foreign Trip: Why Saudi Arabia Again? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G - FirstpostTrump’s First Foreign Trip: Why Saudi Arabia Again? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G  Firstpost

Trump says he will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE as early as May - ReutersTrump says he will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE as early as May  Reuters

Eid ul-Fitr 2025: When Is Eid In Saudi Arabia? Check Moon Sighting Dates And More - NDTVEid ul-Fitr 2025: When Is Eid In Saudi Arabia? Check Moon Sighting Dates And More  NDTV

Weak oil price adds to strain on Saudi mega-projects - Financial TimesWeak oil price adds to strain on Saudi mega-projects  Financial Times

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House confirms - Arab NewsTrump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House confirms  Arab News

APKWS And Pantsir-S1s: Saudi Arabia Acquiring More Cost-Effective Defenses Against Drones - ForbesAPKWS And Pantsir-S1s: Saudi Arabia Acquiring More Cost-Effective Defenses Against Drones  Forbes

Saudi Arabia and Middle East Radioisotope Market Set to Witness - openPR.comSaudi Arabia and Middle East Radioisotope Market Set to Witness  openPR.com

Tech may find Saudi Arabia’s mineral wealth but mining will take years - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBITech may find Saudi Arabia’s mineral wealth but mining will take years  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares moon sighting, Eid in India, Pakistan, Bang - India.ComEid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares moon sighting, Eid in India, Pakistan, Bang  India.Com

Trump confirms he'll travel on 1st foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE in coming weeks - AxiosTrump confirms he'll travel on 1st foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE in coming weeks  Axios

Eid 2025: When is Eid-ul-Fitr in Saudi Arabia? Check moon sighting dates & more here - MintEid 2025: When is Eid-ul-Fitr in Saudi Arabia? Check moon sighting dates & more here  Mint

Saudi Arabia Officially Announces Sunday as Eid Al Fitr 2025 - Morocco World NewsSaudi Arabia Officially Announces Sunday as Eid Al Fitr 2025  Morocco World News

Saudi publishers connect globally at Bologna fair - Arab NewsSaudi publishers connect globally at Bologna fair  Arab News

Scoop: Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May for first foreign trip, sources say - AxiosScoop: Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May for first foreign trip, sources say  Axios

Art Week Riyadh will ‘bring together the many layers of Saudi Arabia's art scene’ - The Art NewspaperArt Week Riyadh will ‘bring together the many layers of Saudi Arabia's art scene’  The Art Newspaper

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Dates in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK & more - The StatesmanEid-ul-Fitr 2025: Dates in India, Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK & more  The Statesman

Saudi Arabia may cut May oil prices for Asia to three-month low - ReutersSaudi Arabia may cut May oil prices for Asia to three-month low  Reuters

Trump says he plans to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and ‘possibly other countries’ - The Times of IsraelTrump says he plans to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and ‘possibly other countries’  The Times of Israel

Saudi Arabia Sports Nutrition Market to Reach USD 1,511.3 Million by 2033, At a CAGR of 12% During 2025-2033 - openPR.comSaudi Arabia Sports Nutrition Market to Reach USD 1,511.3 Million by 2033, At a CAGR of 12% During 2025-2033  openPR.com

Bulgaria Still Detaining Saudi Activist Despite Court Release Order - Balkan InsightBulgaria Still Detaining Saudi Activist Despite Court Release Order  Balkan Insight

Trump Plans to Visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar in First Foreign Trip - WSJTrump Plans to Visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar in First Foreign Trip  WSJ

Saudi leadership offers condolences to ruler of Umm Al-Quwain after death of his mother - Arab NewsSaudi leadership offers condolences to ruler of Umm Al-Quwain after death of his mother  Arab News

Guest post: Saudi Arabia’s surprisingly large imports of solar panels from China - Carbon BriefGuest post: Saudi Arabia’s surprisingly large imports of solar panels from China  Carbon Brief

Trump Confirms Upcoming Trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE - NTD NewsTrump Confirms Upcoming Trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE  NTD News

Middle East Air Connectivity Soars in 2025, with UAE, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Leading the Charge - Travel And Tour WorldMiddle East Air Connectivity Soars in 2025, with UAE, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye Leading the Charge  Travel And Tour World

Dean of the Diplomatic Corps applauds Saudi Arabia for successful Umrah season - Arab NewsDean of the Diplomatic Corps applauds Saudi Arabia for successful Umrah season  Arab News

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Highlights: India celebrates Eid on March 31, after the crescent moon sighting on Sunday evening - The Indian ExpressEid-ul-Fitr 2025 Highlights: India celebrates Eid on March 31, after the crescent moon sighting on Sunday evening  The Indian Express

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May, Axios reports. - The Kyiv IndependentTrump to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May, Axios reports.  The Kyiv Independent

Saudi Arabia set to join talks on Japan's next-gen fighter jet - Nikkei AsiaSaudi Arabia set to join talks on Japan's next-gen fighter jet  Nikkei Asia

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House says - ?????????? ??????Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, White House says  ?????????? ??????

Tesla to launch in Saudi Arabia as Musk and the kingdom mend relations - ReutersTesla to launch in Saudi Arabia as Musk and the kingdom mend relations  Reuters

Mumbai: Lured with Hospital Job in Saudi Arabia, Forced to Work at Poultry Farm; FIR Registered - lokmattimes.comMumbai: Lured with Hospital Job in Saudi Arabia, Forced to Work at Poultry Farm; FIR Registered  lokmattimes.com

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia on first foreign trip - White House - ?????????? ?????? ??????? ?? ?????Trump to visit Saudi Arabia on first foreign trip - White House  ?????????? ?????? ??????? ?? ?????

Newcastle-supporting influencers criticised for promoting trips to Saudi Arabia - The New York TimesNewcastle-supporting influencers criticised for promoting trips to Saudi Arabia  The New York Times

Al-Burhan in Saudi Arabia as his forces advance in Sudan - Middle East MonitorAl-Burhan in Saudi Arabia as his forces advance in Sudan  Middle East Monitor

India, Israel, Iran and...: US, Saudi Arabia slam Pakistan for..., make these five demands from Pakistan Army - India.ComIndia, Israel, Iran and...: US, Saudi Arabia slam Pakistan for..., make these five demands from Pakistan Army  India.Com

Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday - Siasat.comMoon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday  Siasat.com

Trump to visit Saudi Arabia for $1 trillion deal talks - Shafaq News - ??? ????Trump to visit Saudi Arabia for $1 trillion deal talks - Shafaq News  ??? ????

First day of Eid al-Fitr to fall on Sunday, Saudi Royal Court announces - Al Arabiya EnglishFirst day of Eid al-Fitr to fall on Sunday, Saudi Royal Court announces  Al Arabiya English

Eid Mubarak! Crescent Moon Sighted In Saudi Arabia, Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025 Likely On March 31 In India - Republic WorldEid Mubarak! Crescent Moon Sighted In Saudi Arabia, Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025 Likely On March 31 In India  Republic World

Saudi Arabia Closes Egyptian Dessert Chain ‘B Laban’ Amid Food Poisoning Reports - Egyptian StreetsSaudi Arabia Closes Egyptian Dessert Chain ‘B Laban’ Amid Food Poisoning Reports  Egyptian Streets

Saudi Arabia’s Pokémon Go deal is a gamechanger - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBISaudi Arabia’s Pokémon Go deal is a gamechanger  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Eid ul Fitr Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Australia & More - YahooEid ul Fitr Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Australia & More  Yahoo

Trump plans to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May, sources say - ThePrintTrump plans to visit Saudi Arabia in mid-May, sources say  ThePrint

Tesla Faces Growing Competition in Saudi Arabia’s Expanding EV Market - apnakal.comTesla Faces Growing Competition in Saudi Arabia’s Expanding EV Market  apnakal.com

Trump Plans Visits to Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar in First Foreign Trip - Bloomberg.comTrump Plans Visits to Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar in First Foreign Trip  Bloomberg.com

Is Tesla Stock A Buy, Sell, Or Hold Ahead Of Saudi Arabia Launch? - Barchart.comIs Tesla Stock A Buy, Sell, Or Hold Ahead Of Saudi Arabia Launch?  Barchart.com

Opinion | Saudi Arabia Is the Middle East’s Diplomatic Capital - WSJOpinion | Saudi Arabia Is the Middle East’s Diplomatic Capital  WSJ

Watch: Falak mission takes Saudi Arabia into polar orbit - Gulf NewsWatch: Falak mission takes Saudi Arabia into polar orbit  Gulf News

Saudi Arabia plans global T20 cricket league with $500 million investment - Business StandardSaudi Arabia plans global T20 cricket league with $500 million investment  Business Standard

Controversy over Eid-ul-Fitr moon sighting in Saudi Arabia! - The Business StandardControversy over Eid-ul-Fitr moon sighting in Saudi Arabia!  The Business Standard

Tesla to launch in Saudi Arabia on April 10 - Team-BHPTesla to launch in Saudi Arabia on April 10  Team-BHP

Trump says he could travel to Saudi Arabia as soon as next month - ZAWYATrump says he could travel to Saudi Arabia as soon as next month  ZAWYA

White House confirms Trump will visit Saudi Arabia in May - Saudi GazetteWhite House confirms Trump will visit Saudi Arabia in May  Saudi Gazette

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court calls on Muslims to sight Eid crescent moon - Al Arabiya EnglishSaudi Arabia’s Supreme Court calls on Muslims to sight Eid crescent moon  Al Arabiya English

Saudi drug busts lead to multiple arrests - Arab NewsSaudi drug busts lead to multiple arrests  Arab News