Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince Hosts German President Steinmeier for Talks in Riyadh

February 3, 2025, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier was greeted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia Employs 2.65M Indian Workers Amid Stronger Ties

Indian employment in Saudi Arabia has increased dramatically, with 2.65 million (26 lakh 50 thousand) employed for the fiscal year 2023–2024

Saudi Ministry: GCC Residents Get New Visa Options for Umrah

Residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations can now undertake Umrah year-round with improved accessibility and simplified procedures, according to a February 3, 2025,

TGA Enhances Dammam Transport with New Bus Station

The Transport General Authority (TGA) in Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with Darb Al Watan Company, announced the opening of the bus station in Dammam

Saudi International Marine Exhibition (SIMEC) Kicks Off in Riyadh, Feb 3-5

The Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center will host the Saudi International Marine Exhibition (SIMEC) on February 3–5, 2025.

Saudi Crown Prince Discusses Support for Syria with President Al-Sharaa

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud made his first formal visit to Riyadh, where he met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, the interim president of Syria February 2, 2025

Saudi Banks Report Record Profits in 2024, Surpassing $14 Billion

Five of the largest Saudi banks saw record-breaking profit growth in 2024, up over 12% from the year before.

Baker Hughes Secures Deal for Aramco’s Jafurah Gas Project

One of the biggest natural gas fields in the Kingdom, the Jafurah gas field owned by Saudi Aramco, was awarded a major contract to Baker Hughes for its third expansion phase.

Saudi Prince, US Officials Hold Talks on Key Regional Issues

February 1, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan had a key phone conversation about the changing Middle East landscape.

Saudi Schools Enforce National Attire for Male Students

Saudi Arabia has required all male secondary school students, in both public and private institutions, to wear traditional national clothing in a major effort to strengthen national identity.