5 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1446 - 3 May 2025
    
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NWC Wins Second Place in Excellence Award for Local Content Preference
Environment & Energy | Saturday 3 May, 2025 9:08 am
The National Water Company (NWC) won second place in the Excellence Award for Local Content Preference for State-Owned Companies at the third edition of the Local Content Award presented by the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA) in Riyadh on Wednesday, April 30,...
PIF completes pricing $1.25B sukuk
Business & Money | Saturday 3 May, 2025 9:06 am
The Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the completion of pricing sukuk worth $1.25 billion (approximately SAR 4.7 billion). The proceeds from the dollar-denominated sukuk issuance will be used for the fund's general purposes. The seven-year sukuk was more than 6.5 times...
Saudi incurs ‘limited’ trade war impact, holds edge amid presence in global markets: Alkhorayef
Business & Money | Saturday 3 May, 2025 9:05 am
Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef said the aftermath of the ongoing global trade war and geopolitical tensions poised a “limited impact” on Saudi Arabia, compared to many other countries.   Addressing the press on the sidelines of the third edition of...
Gold delivers highest return among major assets YTD, oil biggest loser: El-Erian
Business & Money | Saturday 3 May, 2025 9:03 am
Economist Mohamed El-Erian shared his monthly update on the performance of major asset classes, noting that while April was a down month for most, these asset classes largely recovered by the end of the month.   In a post on X, President, Queens' College, wrote: “A few assets...
National Human Rights Institution Conducts Introductory Visit to Sharjah Police General Headquarters
Government | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:52 am
 As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional cooperation and advance human rights principles in the United Arab Emirates, the National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) conducted an introductory visit to the Sharjah Police General Headquarters. His Excellency Major General...
ATM 2025 sets a new benchmark with over 55,000 attendees, marking 16% year-on-year growth
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:48 am
 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading global event for the travel and tourism sector, has welcomed more than 55,000 industry professionals from 166 countries, representing a 16% increase on last year’s edition. The event has showcased over 2,800 exhibiting companies, with 19% from the...
Sea and air travel take centre stage at ATM 2025 as passenger numbers surge
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:43 am
 Sea and air travel have been under the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) this week as the event welcomed international leaders from the aviation and cruise industries. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, shared updates on the latest passenger numbers as well as his fascinating...
Visit Oman and TBO Holidays Join Forces to Expand B2B Travel Trade Reach in Middle East & India
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:40 am
Visit Oman and TBO Holidays announced a strategic partnership aimed at significantly boosting Oman's presence within the B2B travel trade sector. Revealed at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025, this collaboration will launch a joint B2B campaign designed to promote Oman's diverse and...
RAKEZ leadership visits China to boost bi-lateral business ties
Business & Money | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:38 am
 Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) concluded a high-level delegation—led by its Group CEO Ramy Jallad—to China, aimed at deepening bilateral economic cooperation and opening new avenues for strategic partnerships. The visit underscores RAKEZ’s commitment to building global business...
RED SEA FILM FOUNDATION AND ART JAMEEL ANNOUNCE THE 3RD EDITION OF 'DOCUMENTARY FILM DAYS' AT HAYY CINEMA IN JEDDAH, FEATURING ACCLAIMED DIRECTOR SPIKE LEE
Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 3 May, 2025 8:37 am
The Red Sea Film Foundation, in collaboration with Art Jameel, announces the return of the acclaimed "Documentary Film Days," now in its third edition, at Hayy Cinema, Saudi Arabia’s first independent cinema and audiovisual center in Jeddah. The event, scheduled to run from May 3 to May 7, offers ...
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