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Saudi Arabia Launches A New Platform To Educate Its Justice Ministry Workers About Cybersecurity

News Editor 10/01/2023

The Saudi Ministry of Justice has created Masoul (Responsible) to train its employees on cybersecurity and foster a culture of accountability. The government described the platform as an accessible learning resource full of helpful tutorials on cyber security. They elaborated that it provides

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Five New UAE Laws Will Go Into Effect In 2023

News Editor 07/01/2023

As citizens of the United Arab Emirates get ready to ring in the new year, they have numerous things to look forward. One of this is the lawful changes and new UAE laws that aims to improve their personal and professional lives. See below for a description of the five most significant new UAE laws […]

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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Awarded For Excellence In Digital Adoption By Blockchain-Powered E-Marketplace TradeAssets

News Editor 04/01/2023

Recently, TradeAssets presented the e-Marketplace Champion Award to the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank. The award was for its great use of digital technology. TradeAssets is a blockchain technology e-Marketplace for trade finance. Together with ADIB, it was one of the first organizations to use blockchain technology to make trade finance distribution deals happen last year.  […]

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LOEB SUFFERS ON TOUGH DAY FOR BRX AS SAINZRETAINS DAKAR RALLY LEAD

News Desk 03/01/2023

The Dakar Rally once again underlined its reputation as the toughest event in motor sport today, with Bahrain Raid Xtreme enduring a series of setbacks as Carlos Sainz retained his overall lead in Saudi Arabia. Winding across some of the most spectacular landscape the Dakar has ever seen, the 430km second stage from Sea Camp […]

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Loeb makes intentions clear in Dakar Rally

News Desk 02/01/2023

Sebastien Loeb believes this could be the year that he leads Bahrain Raid Xtreme to victory in the Dakar Rally, and he underlined his intentions today on the first real test of the 45th edition in Saudi Arabia. The nine-time World Rally Champion is nicely placed in second position following the 367-km opening special stage, […]

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Loeb makes solid start on Dakar victory trail

News Desk 02/01/2023

The 45th Dakar Rally is under way in Saudi Arabia, and Sebastien Loeb has given immediate notice of his desire to secure victory for Bahrain Raid Xtreme. Partnered by Fabian Lurquin in his BRX Prodrive Hunter, Loeb is aiming to go one better after finishing runner-up in Saudi last year, and the nine-time World Rally […]

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The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry Of Culture Sponsors Coffee Research

News Editor 01/01/2023

As the kingdom’s “Year of Saudi Coffee” winds down, the kingdom hopes to find out as much as it can about its national beverage through coffee research. Saudi Press Agency stated on Sunday that Saudi’s Ministry of Culture, in partnership with the Saudi Coffee Company of the Public Investment, is now taking applications for its “Saudi Coffee

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The United Arab Emirates’ Rashid Lunar Rover Is Scheduled To Touch Down On The Moon In Only Four Days

News Editor 28/12/2022

With the announcement of a revised liftoff date and time, the United Arab Emirates has officially begun counting down to the launch of the first UAE mission to the Moon. According to a statement released by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) on Wednesday, the initial launch attempt was delayed to give SpaceX more […]

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Saudi Arabia To Overtake UAE As GCC’s Leading Metaverse Hub

News Editor 27/12/2022

New research shows that by 2030, Saudi Arabia’s economy could be gaining $7.6 billion a year from the Metaverse. This is because the country is diversifying its economy to reach the goals set out in its Vision 2030. According to the Strategy & Middle East survey, the Metaverse could bring in $15 billion per year to the […]

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New Agreement Between Saudi Arabia and Morocco Will Strengthen Tourism Cooperation

News Editor 19/12/2022

On Friday, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that Saudi Arabia and Morocco had signed a tourism cooperation agreement. This was to enable the coordination of efforts to achieve sustainable development in the two countries’ tourism sectors. To expand their tourist cooperation, both nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the 117th session of the […]

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Energy Transition In Saudi Arabia: Renewable Technology At Home, Oil Abroad

News Editor 09/12/2022

Energy Transition In Saudi Arabia: Renewable Technology At Home, Oil Abroad : Saudi Arabia has long since been referred to as the Kingdom of oil. Since Saudi Arabia’s first oil discovery in 1933, the region has long been the focus of news when discussing oil because it is the world’s largest producer of that substance. […]

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Saudi Storm Shuts Down Schools And Blocks The Primary Route To Mecca

News Editor 07/12/2022

Jeddah frequently experiences heavy downpours and flooding during the winter. Located on the Red Sea, the city of Jeddah is home to a population of about 4 million people, and it is often called the “gateway to Mecca,” from which millions of people annually make the journey to perform the hajj and umrah pilgrimages. Many […]

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Saudi Arabia Records 16.6% Increase in Non-Oil Exports

News Editor 17/11/2022

Saudi Arabia Records 16.6% Increase in Non-Oil Exports: Saudi Arabia recorded a 16.6% increase in its non-oil exports for August. The numbers were recently released, with total non-oil revenue peaking at over $7 billion. This is coming after Saudi Arabia recorded a 31% increase in its non-oil exports in the second quarter of this year. […]

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Saudi Arabia is Set to Allocate $266 Million to Supply Chain Investors

News Editor 10/11/2022

Saudi Arabia is Set to Allocate $266 Million to Supply Chain Investors: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has made another significant move to up its economic game by introducing the Supply Chain Initiative. This move aims to place the country on a new level of financial and commercial development, reinforcing its place as one of […]

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Faisal Bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, is Set to Represent the Country at the Arab League Summit

News Editor 08/11/2022

Faisal Bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, is Set to Represent the Country at the Arab League Summit: The Minister of Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Affairs, Faisal bin Farhan, is set to represent the country at the Arab League Summit. He will act in the place of the Kingdom’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman. […]

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Saudi Arabia Begins Extensive Work on its Vertical City – The Line

News Editor 08/11/2022

Saudi Arabia Begins Extensive Work on its Vertical City – The Line Saudi Arabia has topped its efforts to birth a sustainable planet Earth by beginning the construction of its vertical city – the Line. The city is one of the many projects the kingdom has initiated in its climate action endeavours to achieve its […]

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The UAE Registers Its Displeasure About Joseph Borrell, European Union’s Mission Head, Remarks

News Editor 03/11/2022

The United Arab Emirates has expressed complete displeasure about the acting head of mission of the European Union, Joseph Borrell, statements. The country considered the message to be racist, discriminatory, and inappropriate. The UAE has summoned Joseph Borrell for an explanation of his comments. What are the Details of Joseph Borrell’s Remarks The European Union

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The UAE Pledges Its Support for Saudi Arabia’s Decision to Prioritize World’s Peace and Energy Stability

News Editor 03/11/2022

The United Arab Emirates has declared its full support for Saudi Arabia in its quest for global energy stability, security, and world peace. This news follows the bitter lash back by some countries about OPEC+’s decision to cut oil production to two million barrels daily. Why has the UAE Chosen to Stand by Saudi Arabia […]

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Saudi Arabia has Entered MOU Agreements Worth Over $17 Billion with South Africa

News Editor 02/11/2022

In an unprecedented move, the South African government and Saudi Arabia have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding valued at $17 billion. The MoU is to establish collaboration and economic partnership between both countries in line with Saudi Arabia’s vision for 2030. What are the Specifics of the MoU Agreements The President of South Africa, […]

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Saudi Arabia to Provide $400 Million in Aid to Ukraine as a Show of Neutrality

News Editor 01/11/2022

Saudi Arabia recently announced its intent to provide $400 in humanitarian aid to Ukraine to mitigate the effects of the ongoing war. This support follows significant accusations in Saudi Arabia for politicizing oil production after the proposed reduction by OPEC+ members. Why Did Saudi Arabia See the Need to Provide Humanitarian Support in Ukraine The […]