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Saudi Chemical Exports Up 18% in February

Saudi Arabia's chemical exports rose 18% year-on-year to SR6.92 billion in February 2026, driven by strong global demand and increased output.

Young Saudis Win Gold at Kung Fu Championship

Two young Saudi competitors won gold medals at the Central Region Wushu Kung Fu Championship, highlighting the growth of the sport in the Kingdom.

King Salman Receives Djibouti Message on Relations

King Salman received a written message from Djibouti's president about bilateral relations. Vice Minister Elkhereiji met Djibouti's ambassador in Riyadh to discuss ties and developments.

Saudi Reserve First in Region to Get IUCN Tech Certification

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve becomes the first natural reserve in the Middle East and West Asia to receive IUCN's Technical Innovation Certification.

Discover Franco, a new Italian trattoria at InterContinental Durrat Al-Riyadh, offering antipasti, pizza, pasta, and desserts in an authentic setting.

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Saudi FM calls Iran, Afghanistan, Bahrain counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held phone calls with his Iranian, Afghan, and Bahraini counterparts to discuss regional developments and de-escalation efforts.

GCC economies resilient amid geopolitical tensions, fiscal buffers support

GCC economies remain resilient with strong fiscal buffers despite geopolitical tensions and tightening financial conditions, according to Oxford Economics. Bahrain remains most vulnerable with high debt.

Saudi Arabia's Monshaat launches a Sports Innovation Incubator with RSport Holding to empower entrepreneurs and develop scalable ventures in sports technology.

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Owning IP boosts SME value by 65%: Saudi official

Saudi official says SMEs with IP rights increase economic value by up to 65%, investment appeal rises up to tenfold. Awareness and compliance levels also rise.

Endurance Athlete Launches Longevity Hub in Riyadh

Dani Afiouni, founder of Longevity Wellness Hub, opens first Saudi location in Riyadh, stressing that recovery is a biological process driving performance.

Lenovo Riyadh Factory to Hit 2M Units by 2026

Lenovo's Riyadh factory, its largest outside China, aims to produce 2 million units annually by 2026, with plans to scale up to 8 million units in the second phase.

Saudi Lab Gets Global Nod for Equine Testing

Riyadh's animal health lab earns recognition from 33 countries to test equine diseases, boosting Saudi Arabia's role in horse trade and equestrian events.

Saudi Banks Post Record Q1 Profits of $6.4 Billion

Saudi Arabia's listed banks posted a record $6.4 billion in Q1 2026 profits, up 7.6% year-on-year, driven by Vision 2030 projects and strong lending growth.

International Dentistry Exhibition Saudi Arabia Launches

dmg events and Koelnmesse launch IDEM Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, Sept 27-29, targeting a growing dental market projected to reach $286.6M by 2033.

Saudi Falcons Club Announces 2026 Falconry Events

The Saudi Falcons Club reveals its 2026 events calendar, including auctions, exhibitions, and the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival with prizes over SR38 million.

First Saudi Military History Forum Set for September

Saudi Ministry of Defense, with partners, will organize the first Saudi Military History Forum in September to document national military heritage and highlight armed forces history.

Saudi Productive Families Compete with Restaurants

Saudi productive families are driving economic growth by blending tradition with innovation in the food industry, facing challenges like marketing and costs while offering authentic, high-quality products.

Saudi US Treasury Holdings Jump 19% to $160.4 Billion

Saudi Arabia's holdings of US Treasury securities increased 19% to $160.4 billion in February, marking the highest level in recent years. The Kingdom's investments reflect strategic foreign reserve management and oil revenue recycling into global markets.

Saudi Land Restoration Success Boosts Farm Incomes and Food Security

Saudi Arabia's rehabilitation of 1 million hectares of degraded land yields high economic returns, with modern agriculture programs increasing farm productivity and incomes significantly.

Saudi FM, Indian NSA Discuss Cooperation in Riyadh Meeting

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in Riyadh to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments, as reported by SPA.

Saudi HR Ministry Closes 14 Agencies for Labor Violations

The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has revoked licenses of 11 agencies and suspended 3 for breaching recruitment rules, urging use of the Musaned platform.

Riyadh Air Adds Jeddah, Madrid, Manchester to Network

Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air announces new routes to Jeddah, Madrid, and Manchester, signaling global expansion ahead of its commercial launch as part of the Kingdom's aviation strategy.

Saudi, China Leaders Discuss Strait of Hormuz Security in Call

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone conversation focusing on de-escalating regional tensions and ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open for navigation.

US Embassy Warns of Imminent Attack on Saudi City Dhahran

The US Embassy in Riyadh issued an urgent security alert warning of imminent missile and UAV attacks over Dhahran, a key Saudi energy hub, following drone strikes on the embassy grounds.

Syed Hassan Haider's Role in Digital Banking Coordination

Explore how Syed Hassan Haider, a Senior Business Analyst in Riyadh, ensures smooth digital banking by aligning compliance, QA, and development teams to prevent operational failures and enhance reliability.