جريدة الكترونية سعودية

Saudi Fund for Development inked $985m loan deals across 13 nations in 2024: annual report

RIYADH: The Saudi Fund for Development signed 17 loan agreements worth SR3.7 billion ($985 million) with 13 countries in 2024, backing projects across Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America. The financing included

23 September، 2025

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Saudi Aramco launches dollar sukuk with $200k minimum as debt push widens

RIYADH: Saudi Aramco has launched a new international sukuk offering, with a minimum subscription of $200,000, as the state oil giant seeks to re-tap global debt markets. The sukuk, issued under SA

23 September، 2025

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OECD upgrades Saudi Arabia’s economic growth forecast to 3.9% in 2026

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23 September، 2025

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Saudi GDP to receive $3bn boost after raft of deals at Local Content Forum

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia launched initiatives and signed 15 agreements at the Local Content Forum, boosting domestic industries with an estimated SR12.4 billion ($3.3 billion) impact on gross domestic product. The deals, signed

23 September، 2025

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Saudi Arabia to co-host AI event at UN General Assembly

NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia’s Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) will co-host a high-level event on artificial intelligence during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, alongside Kenya and

23 September، 2025

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Madinah airport road renamed in honor of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

RIYADH: King Salman directed on Tuesday that the major airport road in the city of Madinah be named “Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road.” The 13 km-long road connects the Prophet’s

23 September، 2025

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Saudi Arabia, China strengthen trade and investment ties in high-level talks

RIYADH: Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih met with China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao in Beijing during an official visit, underscoring growing economic ties between the two countries. The ministers discussed strengthening cooperation

23 September، 2025

News

British Boxing Legend Ricky Hatton Passes Away at 46

The world of boxing is mourning the loss of one of its modern icons, as British boxing legend Ricky Hatton has passed away at the age of 46. Widely regarded as one

23 September، 2025

Sports

Royal Commission for Riyadh Invites Bids for Qiddiya High-Speed Rail Project

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), in partnership with the National Center for Privatization & PPP and Qiddiya Investment Company, has launched the registration phase for companies interested in implementing the

23 September، 2025

Kingdom

Saudi Youth Revive Traditional Crafts and Transform Them into a Promising Creative Sector

Traditional crafts in Saudi Arabia are witnessing renewed interest among the youth, who are finding innovative ways to connect cultural heritage with modern opportunities through training programs and workshops. Young craftsman Hammad

23 September، 2025

Kingdom

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Year of Handicrafts’: Preserving Heritage and Empowering Artisans

Saudi Arabia has declared 2025 as the “Year of Handicrafts,” a groundbreaking national initiative dedicated to safeguarding the Kingdom’s cultural heritage, celebrating traditional craftsmanship, and empowering local artisans. Spearheaded by the Ministry

23 September، 2025

Culture

Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day: Honoring a Legacy, Building the Future

This year, the Kingdom celebrates its 95th National Day, marking the historic unification of the country by King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud on September 23, 1932. It is a day that

23 September، 2025

Kingdom

The second stop for the Saudi champion after his preparatory participation in Baja Sharish

Grandola, Portugal – Following his participation in Baja Sharish, which he described as a crucial test of readiness after recovering from injury, Saudi and international rally star Yazeed Al-Rajhi is gearing up

22 September، 2025

Sports

Riyadh Metro Welcomes 100 Millionth Passenger in Less Than Nine Months of Operation

The Riyadh Metro has reached a major milestone by welcoming its 100 millionth passenger in under nine months since operations began in December last year. The network has achieved an impressive on-time

22 September، 2025

Kingdom

Saudi Arabia to Co-Host High-Level Artificial Intelligence Event at UN General Assembly

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) announced that the Kingdom will co-host a high-level global event on artificial intelligence during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New

21 September، 2025

Technology

Saudi Arabia Poised to Benefit Most from GCC Unified Visa Rollout

The Gulf Cooperation Council’s unified visa system is entering its final approval phase, set to allow seamless travel across all six Gulf states with a single permit. While the initiative will benefit

21 September، 2025

Business & Finance

Saudi Water Authority Launches Digital Platform to Accelerate Utilities for the Kingdom’s Giga-Projects

The Saudi Water Authority has officially launched an innovative digital service through its unified platform, aimed at enabling clients of the Kingdom’s giga development projects to seamlessly apply for water and sanitation

21 September، 2025

Kingdom

Hail Development Authority Reviews Jordan’s Tourism Model to Boost Sustainable Growth

A delegation from the Hail Region Development Authority visited Jordan to explore advanced practices in managing archaeological and tourism sites, with a strong focus on community engagement and sustainable development. The trip

21 September، 2025

Tourism

Saudi Arabia to Host the Second Edition of the Global Song Contest ‘Intervision’ in 2026

Saudi Arabia has been officially selected to host the second edition of the prestigious “Intervision” song contest in 2026, marking another milestone in the Kingdom’s growing role as a global cultural hub.

21 September، 2025

Entertainment

Kazem Al-Saher Impresses in His Latest Concert and Announces Readiness for a New Artistic Chapter

Renowned Arab singer Kazem Al-Saher delivered a grand musical evening last night, captivating thousands of fans who filled the venue to witness one of the most remarkable concerts of the season. The

21 September، 2025

Art & Celebrities

The Saudi Times

Eid Al-Fitr 2025 Holidays in Saudi Arabia: When Does the Celebration Begin?

Years of Achievements: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the real coronation: proving the pledge of allegiance

Saudi Billionaire Hassan Jameel A Legend in Investments

Finding Ola is Officially Returning for a Second Season of New Adventures, Self-love, and a Hint of Romance

Saudi Fund for Development inked $985m loan deals across 13 nations in 2024: annual report

Saudi Aramco launches dollar sukuk with $200k minimum as debt push widens

OECD upgrades Saudi Arabia’s economic growth forecast to 3.9% in 2026

Saudi GDP to receive $3bn boost after raft of deals at Local Content Forum

Saudi Arabia to co-host AI event at UN General Assembly

Madinah airport road renamed in honor of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Saudi Arabia, China strengthen trade and investment ties in high-level talks

British Boxing Legend Ricky Hatton Passes Away at 46

Royal Commission for Riyadh Invites Bids for Qiddiya High-Speed Rail Project

Saudi Youth Revive Traditional Crafts and Transform Them into a Promising Creative Sector

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Year of Handicrafts’: Preserving Heritage and Empowering Artisans

Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day: Honoring a Legacy, Building the Future

The second stop for the Saudi champion after his preparatory participation in Baja Sharish

Riyadh Metro Welcomes 100 Millionth Passenger in Less Than Nine Months of Operation

Saudi Arabia to Co-Host High-Level Artificial Intelligence Event at UN General Assembly

Saudi Arabia Poised to Benefit Most from GCC Unified Visa Rollout

Saudi Water Authority Launches Digital Platform to Accelerate Utilities for the Kingdom’s Giga-Projects

Hail Development Authority Reviews Jordan’s Tourism Model to Boost Sustainable Growth

Saudi Arabia to Host the Second Edition of the Global Song Contest ‘Intervision’ in 2026

Kazem Al-Saher Impresses in His Latest Concert and Announces Readiness for a New Artistic Chapter

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