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Oman, Saudi Arabia discuss cooperation in civil defence areas
Times of Oman
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Riyadh: A delegation from the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority on Wednesday visited the Directorate General of Civil Defence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the aim of discussing cooperation in the field of civil defence between the...
Saudi Arabia’s lubricant market shifting gears with Vision 2030
Consultancy.org
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August 5, 2025
The lubricant market in Saudi Arabia is currently going through a significant transformation, in part driven by ambitious national goals and evolving consumer behaviors. Lubricants are no longer just an afterthought. In fact, they are a crucial...
Saudi Arabia to host global academic forum on Hajj and two holy Mosques in November
Daijiworld News
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Daijiworld Media Network- Riyadh Riyadh, Aug 6: In a monumental step towards preserving Islamic heritage and promoting global academic dialogue, Saudi Arabia is set to host a high-profile academic forum in November 2025, focusing on the history,...
Saudi Arabia's Aramco reports disappointing earnings
Semafor
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August 5, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s state oil giant reported worse-than-expected earnings, with quarterly profit falling for a 10th successive quarter, a protracted decline that threatens to slow the kingdom’s economic transformation. Paradoxically, Aramco is key to...
China beat tournament hosts Saudi Arabia 93-88 in FIBA Asia Cup opener
CGTN
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China's Liao Sanning (L) takes a shot against Saudi Arabia in a Group C game at the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, August 5, 2025. /VCG China's Liao Sanning (L) takes a shot against Saudi Arabia in a Group C game at the 2025 FIBA Asia...
Saudi Arabia and Dubai are committed to AI and Data Sovereignty. Can they sustain this lead over the next three years?
Gulf Times
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August 5, 2025
The global AI race is raging on, with the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom emerging as the clear top three leaders in data center capacity and AI infrastructure deployment (excluding China). It’s a contest measured in megawatts and...
Tourists in Saudi Arabia can get 15 pc VAT refund
The Siasat Daily
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August 6, 2025
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has officially introduced a value-added tax (VAT) refund programme for tourists and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals, enabling eligible visitors to reclaim 15 percent VAT on qualifying purchases....
Three-Day Longevity & Wellness Summit Set To Transform Health Innovation Landscape In Saudi Arabia
MENAFN
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August 6, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenos Health, the premium wellness and longevity company founded by brothers Mazen and Marwan Karnaby, today announced the first inaugural Zenos Wellness Summit, taking place...
Jack Draper set for mega Saudi Arabia payday as Six Kings Slam line-up confirmed
Daily Express
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August 6, 2025
British tennis star Jack Draper will compete at the Six Kings Slam with five other heavy hitters in Saudi Arabia later this year. It may only be an exhibition tournament but it comes with the biggest prize money pot of any tennis event on the...
Saudi Arabia offers VAT refunds to tourists, visitors
Gulf News
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Saudi Arabia has officially rolled out its value-added tax (VAT) refund programme for tourists and GCC nationals, allowing eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases. The system is now operational at over 1,440 authorised retail...
For big tech, the future in Saudi Arabia lies in nurturing local expertise
Zawya
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Saudi Arabia’s accelerated transformation under Vision 2030 is rewriting the rules of business in the Kingdom. In this generational shift, IT is not just an enabler but a cornerstone of progress, at the heart of which lies the powerful nexus of...
Saudi Arabia launches VAT refund for tourists
Zawya
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JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia has officially begun implementing its value-added tax (VAT) refund program for tourists and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals, enabling eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases through 1,442...
MIDDLE EAST: Saudi Arabia’s Mawani and Petrotank sign deal to set up bunkering hub in Yanbu
Bunkerspot
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August 6, 2025
Details Written by Ariane Morrissey Published: 06 August 2025 The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and the National Petroleum & Petrochemical Tank & Pipelines Company (Petrotank) have signed a land lease agreement to establish a shipping bunkering...
LIV Golf to return to Saudi Arabia for season-opener in 2026
Golf Digest Middle East
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August 6, 2025
LIV Golf will return to Saudi Arabia to launch its 2026 season under the lights at LIV Golf Riyadh presented by ROSHN Group, taking place 5-7 February 2026 at Riyadh Golf Club. ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset class real estate...
NioCorp Can Make America the "Saudi Arabia of Scandium," CEO Mark Smith Tells Fox Business' Maria Bartiromo
Corsicana Daily Sun - Texas
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Mr. Smith Says President Trump's Critical Minerals Policies are "Smart and Brave," Especially in Terms of Proposing Critical Minerals Price Supports × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your...
Saudi Arabia unveils identity and theme for 95th National Day: ‘Our Pride is in Our Nature’
The Times of India
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August 5, 2025
The official branding includes a detailed guide with approved colors, fonts, slogans, patterns, and templates to ensure consistent use/ Image: GEA Saudi Arabia TL;DR Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day will be celebrated on September 23, 2025. The...
Saudi Arabia revises unemployment target to 5% as IMF hails labor market transformation
Zawya
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RIYADH — The Saudi government has set a revised unemployment target of 5% following continued improvements in job creation and labor participation, as highlighted in the final International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Article IV Consultation report....
Less than one in five voters support investment in Britain from China or Saudi Arabia - as poll finds Reform UK supporters are the most protectionist
Daily Mail
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August 6, 2025
By GREG HEFFER, POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT Published: 07:50 EDT, 6 August 2025 | Updated: 08:56 EDT, 6 August 2025 Less than one in five voters support investment in Britain from China and Saudi Arabia, a new poll has shown. The survey showed just 17...
The rise of football in Saudi Arabia
Meer
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August 6, 2025
Football in Saudi Arabia has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, both nationally and internationally. With a mix of talent, investment, and ambitious projects, the kingdom aspires to establish itself as a serious player in...
Saudi Arabia to host major academic forum on Hajj and Two Holy Mosques history in November
The Times of India
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August 5, 2025
The forum will bring together experts from multiple disciplines to examine Hajj history and the Two Holy Mosques through research and technology/ Image: X In November 2025, a major academic forum focused on the history, culture, and architecture...