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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Saudi Arabia launches new instant eVisa platform: Eligibility, application, fees, all you need to know - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia launches new instant eVisa platform: Eligibility, application, fees, all you need to know  Times of India

Neom Sky Stadium: Saudi Arabia building world’s first ‘sky stadium’ at 1,150 ft above ground? - The Economic Times
  1. Neom Sky Stadium: Saudi Arabia building world’s first ‘sky stadium’ at 1,150 ft above ground?  The Economic Times
  2. Saudi Arabia’s NEOM 'Stadium in the Sky' for 2034 FIFA World Cup: separating fact from fiction  Times of India
  3. No, Saudi Arabia is not building a World Cup stadium on top of a skyscraper  ESPN India


IOC removes Saudi Arabia as host of inaugural Esports Olympics - Times of IndiaIOC removes Saudi Arabia as host of inaugural Esports Olympics  Times of India

Olympic Esports Games in Saudi Arabia cancelled - BBCOlympic Esports Games in Saudi Arabia cancelled  BBC

IOC and Saudi Arabia cancel two-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh - SportstarIOC and Saudi Arabia cancel two-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh  Sportstar

From futuristic NEOM to tech and tourism, Saudi Arabia's priorities are shifting - CNBCFrom futuristic NEOM to tech and tourism, Saudi Arabia's priorities are shifting  CNBC

Saudi Arabia and the world: Learning from Riyadh’s realism in foreign policy | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesSaudi Arabia and the world: Learning from Riyadh’s realism in foreign policy | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala System After 50 Years: All You Need to Know About the Landmark Labour Reforms - The Logical IndianSaudi Arabia Ends Kafala System After 50 Years: All You Need to Know About the Landmark Labour Reforms  The Logical Indian

Indian In Saudi Dies By Suicide On Video Call With Wife In UP After Quarrel - NDTVIndian In Saudi Dies By Suicide On Video Call With Wife In UP After Quarrel  NDTV

Saudi Arabia welcomes Syria’s recognition of Kosovo - Al Arabiya EnglishSaudi Arabia welcomes Syria’s recognition of Kosovo  Al Arabiya English

L&T gets Rs 5,000-cr projects in Saudi Arabia - The Hans IndiaL&T gets Rs 5,000-cr projects in Saudi Arabia  The Hans India

Saudi Arabia Unveils ‘Dream of the Desert’ — The Kingdom’s First Ultra-Luxury Train at FII Riyadh - Times NowSaudi Arabia Unveils ‘Dream of the Desert’ — The Kingdom’s First Ultra-Luxury Train at FII Riyadh  Times Now

Egypt and Saudi Arabia Construct a New Strategic Naval Axis - Stimson CenterEgypt and Saudi Arabia Construct a New Strategic Naval Axis  Stimson Center

Saudi Arabia makes health insurance mandatory for issuance of temporary work visas - The Economic TimesSaudi Arabia makes health insurance mandatory for issuance of temporary work visas  The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia wants to become a tourist hot spot and is building 300,000 new hotel rooms to get there - FortuneSaudi Arabia wants to become a tourist hot spot and is building 300,000 new hotel rooms to get there  Fortune

Saudi Arabia Online Grocery Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis, 2032 - P&S IntelligenceSaudi Arabia Online Grocery Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis, 2032  P&S Intelligence

Saudi Arabia’s Jahez and noon Join Forces to Redefine Quick Commerce and Food Delivery Experience - TechAfrica NewsSaudi Arabia’s Jahez and noon Join Forces to Redefine Quick Commerce and Food Delivery Experience  TechAfrica News

IOC and Saudi Arabia cancel their 12-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh - AP NewsIOC and Saudi Arabia cancel their 12-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh  AP News

L&T Secures Large Power Transmission Orders in Saudi Arabia - scanx.tradeL&T Secures Large Power Transmission Orders in Saudi Arabia  scanx.trade

dmg events and Messe München sign MoU to bring bauma to Saudia Arabia - International Miningdmg events and Messe München sign MoU to bring bauma to Saudia Arabia  International Mining

Saudi Arabia 'breaks low-price record' with 1.5GW wind farm - Wind Power MonthlySaudi Arabia 'breaks low-price record' with 1.5GW wind farm  Wind Power Monthly

Watch Alibrahim on Saudi Arabia's GDP Growth - Bloomberg.comWatch Alibrahim on Saudi Arabia's GDP Growth  Bloomberg.com

L&T secures major transmission and substation orders in Saudi Arabia - Power Line MagazineL&T secures major transmission and substation orders in Saudi Arabia  Power Line Magazine

Saudi Arabia Mobility-as-a-Service Market Size, and Growth Report, 2032 - P&S IntelligenceSaudi Arabia Mobility-as-a-Service Market Size, and Growth Report, 2032  P&S Intelligence

Saudi Arabia to conduct nationwide test of emergency warning systems on October 20, 2025 - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia to conduct nationwide test of emergency warning systems on October 20, 2025  Times of India

Saudi Arabia pension alert: Authorities confirms early November payments, what beneficiaries need to know - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia pension alert: Authorities confirms early November payments, what beneficiaries need to know  Times of India

Saudi Arabia's $7 billion 'Land Bridge' rail project to link Jeddah and Riyadh in under 4 hours - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia's $7 billion 'Land Bridge' rail project to link Jeddah and Riyadh in under 4 hours  Times of India

The Stadium That Never Floated: How AI Imagery Sparked Saudi Arabia’s Great Architectural Illusion? - The Realty TodayThe Stadium That Never Floated: How AI Imagery Sparked Saudi Arabia’s Great Architectural Illusion?  The Realty Today

Fincantieri and Saudi Arabia sign agreement to develop maritime ecosystem - Baird MaritimeFincantieri and Saudi Arabia sign agreement to develop maritime ecosystem  Baird Maritime

L&T wins Rs 25–50 billion power contracts in Saudi Arabia - Construction World IndiaL&T wins Rs 25–50 billion power contracts in Saudi Arabia  Construction World India

IOC and Saudi Arabia cancel their 12-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh - dtnextIOC and Saudi Arabia cancel their 12-year deal to host video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh  dtnext

Saudi Arabia Confectionery Market Forecast to 2030, - GlobeNewswireSaudi Arabia Confectionery Market Forecast to 2030,  GlobeNewswire

Why Saudi Arabia Said No to Lionel Messi’s Pro League Offer - KSportsWatchWhy Saudi Arabia Said No to Lionel Messi’s Pro League Offer  KSportsWatch

NEOM and WuXi AppTec sign strategic MoU to advance Saudi Arabia’s biotech sector - NEOMNEOM and WuXi AppTec sign strategic MoU to advance Saudi Arabia’s biotech sector  NEOM

Saudi Arabia to unveil ambitious 'Sky Stadium' in NEOM for FIFA World Cup 2034? - theweek.inSaudi Arabia to unveil ambitious 'Sky Stadium' in NEOM for FIFA World Cup 2034?  theweek.in

Saudi Arabia makes an AI play with Humain - CNNSaudi Arabia makes an AI play with Humain  CNN

Telangana engineer in coma airlifted from Saudi Arabia to Hyderabad - Siasat.comTelangana engineer in coma airlifted from Saudi Arabia to Hyderabad  Siasat.com

Qualcomm Partners with Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN to Build AI Infrastructure Hub - Yahoo FinanceQualcomm Partners with Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN to Build AI Infrastructure Hub  Yahoo Finance

Ericsson and SAR unite to drive 5G-powered rail transformation in Saudi Arabia - Computer WeeklyEricsson and SAR unite to drive 5G-powered rail transformation in Saudi Arabia  Computer Weekly

IOC and Saudi Arabia end 12-year Esports deal early - ReutersIOC and Saudi Arabia end 12-year Esports deal early  Reuters

New cultural cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Colombia - Defence24.comNew cultural cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Colombia  Defence24.com

IOC scraps partnership with Saudi Arabia to host Olympic Esports Games - SportsProIOC scraps partnership with Saudi Arabia to host Olympic Esports Games  SportsPro

IOC and Saudi Arabia End Esports Olympics Deal - PragativadiIOC and Saudi Arabia End Esports Olympics Deal  Pragativadi

Saudi Arabia’s $500B NEOM Megacity: How far construction has come and how much longer until completion - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia’s $500B NEOM Megacity: How far construction has come and how much longer until completion  Times of India

IndiGo Strengthens India-Saudi Arabia Connectivity with New Bengaluru-Riyadh Route, Set to Take Off on November 16, 2025, as Part of Its Expanding Middle Eastern Operations - Travel And Tour WorldIndiGo Strengthens India-Saudi Arabia Connectivity with New Bengaluru-Riyadh Route, Set to Take Off on November 16, 2025, as Part of Its Expanding Middle Eastern Operations  Travel And Tour World

Saudi Arabia Yoga Accessories Market Report 2025: - GlobeNewswireSaudi Arabia Yoga Accessories Market Report 2025:  GlobeNewswire

Iran, Turkey & Saudi Arabia closer than ever as Israel watches nervously? | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIran, Turkey & Saudi Arabia closer than ever as Israel watches nervously? | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Saudi Arabia offers Premium Residency at SAR 4,000: Know how to get the sponsor-free gateway to the Kingd - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia offers Premium Residency at SAR 4,000: Know how to get the sponsor-free gateway to the Kingd  Times of India

PROJECTS: Lenovo set to launch major facility in Saudi Arabia - TradingViewPROJECTS: Lenovo set to launch major facility in Saudi Arabia  TradingView

Saudi Arabia's quarterly budget deficit widens to $23 billion on spending jump - TradingViewSaudi Arabia's quarterly budget deficit widens to $23 billion on spending jump  TradingView

Did FIFA Aid Saudi Arabia & Qatar's 2026 World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani - FirstpostDid FIFA Aid Saudi Arabia & Qatar's 2026 World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani  Firstpost

Olympic Committee Says Esports Games Deal With Saudi Arabia Ends - Bloomberg.comOlympic Committee Says Esports Games Deal With Saudi Arabia Ends  Bloomberg.com

Saudi Arabia stocks lower at close of trade; Tadawul All Share down 0.82% - Investing.comSaudi Arabia stocks lower at close of trade; Tadawul All Share down 0.82%  Investing.com

CSL Seqirus strikes flu shot supply, production pact with Saudi Arabia - Fierce PharmaCSL Seqirus strikes flu shot supply, production pact with Saudi Arabia  Fierce Pharma

China, Saudi Arabia pledge deeper ties as Riyadh voices concern over Chinese imports - AnewZChina, Saudi Arabia pledge deeper ties as Riyadh voices concern over Chinese imports  AnewZ

Did FIFA Help Saudi Arabia and Qatar In World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani - FirstpostDid FIFA Help Saudi Arabia and Qatar In World Cup Qualification? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani  Firstpost

Saudi Arabia Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems - GlobeNewswireSaudi Arabia Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems  GlobeNewswire

How Saudi Arabia is diversifying away from oil — and betting big on AI - CNBCHow Saudi Arabia is diversifying away from oil — and betting big on AI  CNBC

Saudi Arabia rejects Messi’s offer to play in Pro League - Siasat.comSaudi Arabia rejects Messi’s offer to play in Pro League  Siasat.com

Saudi Arabia to Update Foreign Stock Ownership Limits Next Year - Bloomberg.comSaudi Arabia to Update Foreign Stock Ownership Limits Next Year  Bloomberg.com

Saudi Capital Market Authority says foreign ownership in Saudi Arabia will be reviewed in 2026 - TradingViewSaudi Capital Market Authority says foreign ownership in Saudi Arabia will be reviewed in 2026  TradingView

Syria’s Al-Shaara snubs Trump? Lauds Saudi Arabia’s MBS, thanks all Arab allies for support | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesSyria’s Al-Shaara snubs Trump? Lauds Saudi Arabia’s MBS, thanks all Arab allies for support | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

IOC and Saudi Arabia cancel 12-year Olympic Esports Games deal - Esports InsiderIOC and Saudi Arabia cancel 12-year Olympic Esports Games deal  Esports Insider

Saudi Arabia’s stc Group commits $175 million prepayment in AST SpaceMobile deal - SpaceNewsSaudi Arabia’s stc Group commits $175 million prepayment in AST SpaceMobile deal  SpaceNews

New Umrah visa regulations to take effect next week - Al Arabiya EnglishNew Umrah visa regulations to take effect next week  Al Arabiya English

Saudi Arabia poised to become AI data center hub, says Groq CEO - CNBCSaudi Arabia poised to become AI data center hub, says Groq CEO  CNBC

Accor expands its luxury portfolio in Saudi Arabia with the signing of Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah - Hospitality NetAccor expands its luxury portfolio in Saudi Arabia with the signing of Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah  Hospitality Net

IOC, Saudi Arabia end partnership to host Olympic Esports Games - madhyamamonline.comIOC, Saudi Arabia end partnership to host Olympic Esports Games  madhyamamonline.com

Saudi Arabia (SAU) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners - The Observatory of Economic ComplexitySaudi Arabia (SAU) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners  The Observatory of Economic Complexity

Saudi Arabia’s economy grows 5% in Q3, fastest pace since 2023 - Investing.comSaudi Arabia’s economy grows 5% in Q3, fastest pace since 2023  Investing.com

Bauma to launch Saudi Arabia construction show in 2027 - Construction BriefingBauma to launch Saudi Arabia construction show in 2027  Construction Briefing

Saudi Arabia’s 12-year Olympic Esports Games hosting deal cancelled - The Stadium BusinessSaudi Arabia’s 12-year Olympic Esports Games hosting deal cancelled  The Stadium Business

Masdar Awarded 2 GW of Solar Projects in Saudi Arabia’s Latest Renewable Energy Tender - SolarQuarterMasdar Awarded 2 GW of Solar Projects in Saudi Arabia’s Latest Renewable Energy Tender  SolarQuarter

Saudi Arabia’s New Power Play Is Exporting A.I. to the World - The New York TimesSaudi Arabia’s New Power Play Is Exporting A.I. to the World  The New York Times

PIF | PIF and JLL sign MoU to strengthen Saudi Real Estate collaboration - PIFPIF | PIF and JLL sign MoU to strengthen Saudi Real Estate collaboration  PIF

Barclays Re-Enters Saudi Arabia 11 Years After Exiting Business - Bloomberg.comBarclays Re-Enters Saudi Arabia 11 Years After Exiting Business  Bloomberg.com

Esports Olympics no longer to be held in Saudi Arabia - RFIEsports Olympics no longer to be held in Saudi Arabia  RFI

Saudi chases AI ambitions with homegrown firm pitched to global investors - France 24Saudi chases AI ambitions with homegrown firm pitched to global investors  France 24

Saudi Arabia anounces new 2025–26 school calendar: Winter Shift, fewer semesters; key dates every parent - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia anounces new 2025–26 school calendar: Winter Shift, fewer semesters; key dates every parent  Times of India

IOC and Saudi Arabia end 12-year Esports deal early - Sky NewsIOC and Saudi Arabia end 12-year Esports deal early  Sky News

Saudi Arabia inks deal with Australia’s CSL on local vaccine manufacturing - Al Arabiya EnglishSaudi Arabia inks deal with Australia’s CSL on local vaccine manufacturing  Al Arabiya English

Saudi Arabia Dishwashing Detergent Market Report 2025: Rapid Urbanization & Economic Growth, Preference for Organic and Eco-Friendly Options - Competition, Forecast & Opportunities to 2030 - Yahoo FinanceSaudi Arabia Dishwashing Detergent Market Report 2025: Rapid Urbanization & Economic Growth, Preference for Organic and Eco-Friendly Options - Competition, Forecast & Opportunities to 2030  Yahoo Finance

Saudi Arabia and IOC cancel 12-year deal to host Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh - thenationalnews.comSaudi Arabia and IOC cancel 12-year deal to host Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh  thenationalnews.com

Exclusive: Saudi Arabia plans to refocus $925 billion fund after gigaproject delays, source says - ReutersExclusive: Saudi Arabia plans to refocus $925 billion fund after gigaproject delays, source says  Reuters

Gaza’s Future Ignites Arab Feud? Why Qatar Is At War With Saudi Arabia, UAE - Zee NewsGaza’s Future Ignites Arab Feud? Why Qatar Is At War With Saudi Arabia, UAE  Zee News

Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Momentum Soars as Riyadh Becomes the New Global Hub for Events, Culture and Business Travel - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia’s Tourism Momentum Soars as Riyadh Becomes the New Global Hub for Events, Culture and Business Travel  Travel And Tour World

Saudi Arabia's economy grew 5% in third quarter, government estimates - ReutersSaudi Arabia's economy grew 5% in third quarter, government estimates  Reuters

Saudi Arabia plans to refocus $925B fund after gigaproject delays, source says - The Japan TimesSaudi Arabia plans to refocus $925B fund after gigaproject delays, source says  The Japan Times

AJEX opens GMP-compliant depot in Saudi Arabia - Logistics ManagerAJEX opens GMP-compliant depot in Saudi Arabia  Logistics Manager

Saudi Arabia records total revenues of 269.9 bln riyals in Q3 of 2025 - Al Arabiya EnglishSaudi Arabia records total revenues of 269.9 bln riyals in Q3 of 2025  Al Arabiya English

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict: Will Saudi Arabia step in? Here's what Kingdom said - Times of IndiaAfghanistan-Pakistan conflict: Will Saudi Arabia step in? Here's what Kingdom said  Times of India

Saudi Arabia pivots to logistics as kingdom reshapes investment strategy - Container NewsSaudi Arabia pivots to logistics as kingdom reshapes investment strategy  Container News

Esports Olympics no longer to be held in Saudi Arabia, says IOC - RFIEsports Olympics no longer to be held in Saudi Arabia, says IOC  RFI

Revealed: why Lionel Messi said no to Saudi Arabia! - Foot AfricaRevealed: why Lionel Messi said no to Saudi Arabia!  Foot Africa

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying controversy - The Athletic - The New York TimesSaudi Arabia, Qatar and a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying controversy - The Athletic  The New York Times

China's vice president meets with Saudi Arabia's crown prince - ReutersChina's vice president meets with Saudi Arabia's crown prince  Reuters

Saudi Arabian media group (SMC Media) announces plans to acquire a stake in Aleph Group as part of global expansion strategy - PR NewswireSaudi Arabian media group (SMC Media) announces plans to acquire a stake in Aleph Group as part of global expansion strategy  PR Newswire

IOC, Saudi Arabia cancel deal for Esports Olympics - Sports Business JournalIOC, Saudi Arabia cancel deal for Esports Olympics  Sports Business Journal

Saudi Arabia to host world at Expo 2030 Riyadh,197 nations invited - Gulf NewsSaudi Arabia to host world at Expo 2030 Riyadh,197 nations invited  Gulf News

Why Saudi Arabia Is Pouring A Thousand Billion Dollars Into The Red Sea - NDTVWhy Saudi Arabia Is Pouring A Thousand Billion Dollars Into The Red Sea  NDTV

IOC Cancels 12-Year Olympic Esports Games Deal With Saudi Arabia - shanethegamer.comIOC Cancels 12-Year Olympic Esports Games Deal With Saudi Arabia  shanethegamer.com

Saudi Capital Market Authority says foreign ownership in Saudi Arabia will be reviewed in 2026 - ZAWYASaudi Capital Market Authority says foreign ownership in Saudi Arabia will be reviewed in 2026  ZAWYA