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Saudi Arabia's ambitious environmental compliance endeavors are poised to receive substantial investments, with government official Mansour Al Mushaiti announcing a budget exceeding $1.6 billion by 2030.
Saudi Arabia has intensified its efforts to tackle violations related to residency, labor, and security, with over 19,400 individuals arrested in the past week alone.
According to General Entertainment Authority (GEA) chairman Turki Al-Sheikh, an astounding 18 million people from all over the world have visited the 4th Riyadh Season.
Pakistan's telecommunications authority refrained from providing a statement, while the interior ministry remained unresponsive to inquiries.
In an effort to better serve its customers, Etihad Airways plans to revive its highly regarded Etihad Guest loyalty program in June 2024.
According to the most recent poll, the best places to work in Qatar are those that rank highest among the region's employers.
A recent social media analysis of sentiment in the GCC banking sector revealed that Qatar's banks garnered the most favorable feedback from consumers.
The tax authorities of Saudi Arabia have cautioned businesses severely regarding the late submission of value-added tax (VAT) returns.
The newly established Saudi tech enterprise, Alat, is poised to invest $100bn with the goal of positioning the Kingdom as a prominent global technology center.
Saudi Arabia's latest airline venture, Riyadh Air, is poised to commence commercial operations by the conclusion of the first half of 2025, as unveiled by the airline's Chief Operating Officer, Peter Bellew, during the Singapore Airshow on...
According to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), Saudi Arabia has clinched the top spot in the Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index for 2023.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan emphasized on Saturday that achieving security and stability in the Middle East, including Israel, hinges upon the establishment of a Palestinian state.
The Ministry of Media's Center for Government Communication (CGC), in partnership with the Pilgrim Experience Program (PEP), has initiated the 'Hajj and Umrah Mediathon'.
As Founding Day approaches in Saudi Arabia, residents are eagerly planning their getaways, with international destinations such as Egypt, India, and Turkey emerging as top choices.
Qatari authorities opted not to publicly disclose the charges against the former Indian Navy officers involved.
In its ongoing efforts to combat residency, labor, and security breaches, Saudi Arabia has undertaken a robust crackdown, resulting in the arrest of more than 18,900 individuals over the course of the past week.
An Arab resident was recently sentenced to one year in prison by a Saudi court for faking a document indicating completion of higher education. The Public Prosecution made a statement underlining the breach of the Penal Law for Forgery Crimes, which...
Saudi Arabia has issued a grave warning concerning the assault on Rafah in the Gaza Strip, which serves as a last refuge for hundreds of thousands of civilians displaced by Israeli aggression. The Kingdom firmly denounces and condemns the forced...
The Oman real estate industry witnessed substantial growth last year, with total sales and lease transactions reaching a significant milestone.
Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, representing Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, launched the second edition of the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia has pledged SR100 million ($26.6 million) to back the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism alliance (IMCTC), according to Prince Khalid bin Salman, Minister of Defense and Chairman of the Council of Defense Ministers of the alliance.
On Thursday, the world's largest entertainment project was officially launched, according to a major statement made by Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.
In reaction to news stories about a possible attack at Glendale Heights, Chicago's Glenside Middle School, the Saudi Embassy and the Consulate General in Houston have issued statements. According to the news accounts, the victim, a young woman...
A total of 149 people, including Saudi nationals and foreign nationals, were arrested in January on corruption charges, according to the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha).
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Mohammed bin Salman, announced the launch of Alat Company, aiming to position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for electronics and advanced industries.
The CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, announced a substantial increase in the number of requests received through the "Al-Namoos" service. In the past year, the requests to deliver electricity...
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, has been instructed by the kingdom's energy ministry to retain its Maximum Sustainable Capacity (MSC) at 12 million barrels per day (MMBD) and refrain from further increasing it to 13 MMBD.
With the gradual recovery of travel demand following the COVID-19 pandemic, Emirates has been capitalizing on the growing desire for international travel. The airline, headquartered in Dubai, has strategically positioned itself to cater to the...
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has successfully concluded the first and second phases of its energy conservation project, involving the installation of 19,968 energy-efficient LED bulbs across metro stations and facilities.
Oman Air has stated that it would be making significant modifications to its network, including the addition or removal of destinations and alterations to frequency.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry has welcomed the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) initial ruling addressing alleged genocidal practices and statements against Palestinians in Gaza. The Ministry expresses its support for the decision while...
Journeying from the North Train Station in Riyadh through Hail, the "Desert Dream" luxury train service will culminate its route at the passenger train station in Qurayyat.
The United Arab Emirates has declared a visa-free policy for citizens of the Republic of Armenia, effective February 1, 2024.
Saudi Arabia's Finance Minister, Mohammed Al-Jadaan, has affirmed that there are no plans to impose income tax on individuals in the country. In an interview during the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, Al-Jadaan clarified the nation's...
The Public Authority for Civil Information in Kuwait has recently implemented more stringent procedures for the issuance or renewal of civil cards for expatriate bachelors in the country, according to a report.
In a significant legal development, the Court of Cassation in Dubai has overturned a previous ruling issued by the Court of First Instance, a decision that had been upheld by the Court of Appeal.
The Standing Committee for Combating Terrorism and its Financing, operating under the auspices of the Presidency of State Security, has recently formalized a coordination protocol by partnering with the National Center for the Development of the...
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, has announced significant leadership changes within various Dubai government departments.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has declared the November 2018 commencement of construction on two additional Salik toll gates that will be situated along significant thoroughfares.
The famous low-cost carrier Wizz Air has introduced a new route that connects Abu Dhabi to Turkistan at a cheap price. Flying on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, this new route is part of their network expansion strategy to make travel more...