{"id":54375,"date":"2026-04-09T22:55:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T19:55:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/?p=54375"},"modified":"2026-04-09T22:55:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T19:55:59","slug":"alula-climbs-27-places-in-smart-city-index-2026-strengthening-global-position","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/alula-climbs-27-places-in-smart-city-index-2026-strengthening-global-position\/","title":{"rendered":"AlUla Climbs 27 Places in Smart City Index 2026, Strengthening Global Position"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:b75efb1f-3645-419c-8acf-23ea463a4e34-37\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-76\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6327aed1-758e-4359-b941-122e41444ae4\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1812\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Al-Ula\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">AlUla<\/span><\/span><\/a> has achieved a significant milestone by climbing 27 positions in the 2026 Smart City Index, reaching 85th place globally, reflecting the rapid pace of digital transformation and smart infrastructure development in Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"2147\">The Smart City Index evaluates cities based on advanced criteria including quality of life, efficiency of public services, digital transformation, and the integration of technology into urban management. AlUla\u2019s progress has been driven by major developments in smart connectivity, sustainable mobility, and digital service delivery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2420\">In recent years, AlUla has witnessed substantial investments in infrastructure, including enhanced telecommunications networks, smart resource management systems, and environmentally sustainable solutions, all while preserving its unique cultural and historical identity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2666\">Tourism and cultural initiatives have also played a key role, with technology integrated into visitor experiences through advanced digital platforms and intelligent destination management systems, improving accessibility and overall engagement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2884\">This achievement aligns with Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision 2030, which prioritizes the development of smart, sustainable cities capable of attracting investment and enhancing quality of life for residents and visitors alike.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"3101\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">AlUla\u2019s rise in the global ranking underscores its transformation from a historic tourist destination into a forward-looking smart city model that seamlessly blends innovation, sustainability, and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AlUla has achieved a significant milestone by climbing 27 positions in the 2026 Smart City Index, reaching 85th place globally, reflecting the rapid pace of digital transformation and smart infrastructure development in Saudi Arabia. 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