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Saudi Arabia

United States and Saudi Arabia sign space partnership

For space-related endeavours In a landmark development aimed at advancing mutual interests in space exploration and science, the United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a comprehensive framework agreement. The accord, titled the ‘Framework Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Cooperation
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How GCC residents can apply for e-visa for 6 GCC countries

Complete guide to follow The six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries—Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)—offer GCC-based residents a unified tourist visa/permit to streamline visa processes and enhance regional travel. This is a comprehensive guide for GCC-based residents to navigate the e-visa processes for all six GCC
Automotive Saudi Arabia

Ceer And Hyundai Transys In $2-Billion Deal For Electric Vehicle Drive Systems

For Saudi Arabia’s Home Produced EVs Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first and only electric vehicle (EV) brand and original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has signed a $2.19 billion (SAR 8.2 billion) agreement with South Korea’s Hyundai Transys for the supply of cutting-edge Electric Vehicle Drive Systems (EDS) by the year 2027. The strategic partnership between Ceer and […]
Saudi Arabia Space

Saudi Arabia Establishes Neo Space Group

Targeting Satellite And Space Industries Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) sovereign wealth fund has announced the establishment of Neo Space Group (NSG), a wholly-owned subsidiary poised to elevate Saudi Arabia’s presence in the satellite and space sector. NSG will serve as a national champion, driving the advancement of commercial satellite operations
Aviation Saudi Arabia

Saudia Group Orders 105 Airbus A320neo Aircraft

To Meet Rising Passenger Demand Saudia Group, represented by Saudia and Flyadeal, has ordered 105 Airbus A320neo aircraft. The order, confirmed at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, signifies a significant stride in the Arabian Gulf state’s pursuit of aviation goals. The undisclosed amount order encompasses 12 A320neo and 93 A321neo aircraft, catapulting Saudia
Business Saudi Arabia

98% Of Saudi Consumers Seen In FMCG Purchasing Shift

Echoing A Broader Global Sentiment Consumer behaviour, a dynamic interplay of economic conditions, societal values, and individual priorities, is profoundly transforming in Saudi Arabia. This shift, revealed in NielsenIQ’s Consumer Outlook 2024 report, reveals a new consumer landscape in which preferences are recalibrated. Consumers increasingly gravitate towards
Business Saudi Arabia

IBM To Invest $200 Million In Riyadh Software Lab

Investment Holds The Promise Of A Brighter Future IBM has announced plans to invest $200 million in a new software lab in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. This strategic move underscores IBM’s commitment to expanding its investments in the Middle East region and supporting the goals outlined in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The state-of-the-art […]
Fashion Music Saudi Arabia

Alicia Keys hosts ‘Women to Women’ initiative in Jeddah

Profound issues affecting women discussed Renowned American artist, songwriter, and activist Alicia Keys was in Jeddah on March 8, 2024, as she spearheaded the third edition of her ‘Women to Women’ initiative. The event witnessed an unforgettable impromptu collaboration between Keys and Jeddah’s music sensation Yasmin AlBitar. They performed a soul-stirring rendition