Riyadh, April 10, 2026, SPA — The ministers responsible for tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states held an extraordinary meeting via videoconference on April 7, 2026, to monitor the latest developments in the region and review their potential implications for the tourism sector across the council states. The ministers of the GCC states reiterated their condemnation, in the strongest possible terms, of the unjustified and illegal Iranian aggressions that have deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure, including ports, airports, energy facilities, desalination plants, residential and commercial areas, and tourism facilitie
Jeddah, April 10, 2026, SPA — Jeddah Governorate will host the Round of 16 and final stages of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025-2026 season from April 13 to 25 at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium. The tournament will feature West Region Round of 16 matches in Jeddah on April 13 and 14 in a single-leg format, after being shifted from the home-and-away system. Participating clubs include Al-Hilal, Al-Ahli, and Al-Ittihad, as well as Qatar’s Al-Sadd and Al-Duhail, the UAE’s Al-Wahda and Shabab Al-Ahli, and Iran’s Tractor. Asian football fans are also turning their att
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- Joint Statement on Enhancing Stability of the Tourism Sector in GCC Countries
- Jeddah to Host Final Stages of AFC Champions League Elite 2026
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- Greenery and Water Revitalize Hail’s Natural Landscape
- Under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Patronage, Princess Fahda Al Hathleen Honors Winners of Princess Nourah Prize for Women’s Excellence
- UK Prime Minister Arrives in Jeddah
- Saudi Stock Exchange Ends Trading Higher
- Historic Linah Blends Heritage with Modern Urban Development
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Tokyo, April, 2025 – Terra Drone Corporation, recently ranked the No.1 Drone Service Provider in the world for 2024, has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Aramco, Saudi Arabia’s leading energy and chemical company. This partnership underscores a joint commitment to exploring cutting-edge drone, robotics, and AI-driven technologies customized for the oil and gas industry, while accelerating localization initiatives in the Kingdom. The MOU aims to foster deeper collaboration between Terra Drone and Aramco to develop drone technologies that enhance safety and operational efficiency across the energy sector. The agreement will serve as a collaborative platform for research…
7X, the UAE-based investment and holding group in the trade, transport, and logistics sectors, announced the appointment of Tariq Ahmed Al Wahedi as its new Group CEO, following Board approval. The appointment comes as part of the Group’s evolution and ongoing organisational and operational transformation across 7X and its subsidiaries, designed to strengthen its local and global positioning while accelerating growth and innovation in the industry. Al Wahedi brings over two decades of expertise spanning logistics, CEP solutions, investment, agri-food technologies, and venture capital. In his most recent role as, General Manager of EMX, he successfully led the company’s strategic expansion, cementing…
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), continued its ‘KnowTalks’ series. A new session titled ‘Arab Scholars: A Lasting Legacy in World Civilisation’ was presented by His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF. The session focused on the crucial role of Arab and Muslim scholars in creating a prosperous human civilization that developed a wide array of scientific and knowledge-based disciplines, including engineering, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy, among others. This foundation served as a basis for contemporary advancements. Furthermore, the discussions highlighted contributions that had a lasting impact…
EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology companies and defence groups, has announced the signing of a strategic letter of intent with the Brazilian Navy, through the Navy’s Weapons Systems Directorate, detailing the joint development of anti-drone systems. The next phase will involve establishing a joint working group, comprising technical experts from both parties, to advance the established partnership. The objective of this cooperation is to develop and deploy counter-drone systems tailored to naval defence needs, with a focus on autonomous surface and aerial technologies. These systems will incorporate advanced sensors, such as radars and electro-optical technologies, combined with signal jamming capabilities to effectively…
Argella, a global advisory and data-led technology firm has officially relocated its headquarters from London to Dubai. Established in the Meydan Free Zone, the new entity marks a strategic shift for the firm as it accelerates its global focus on AI, data, and digital transformation. Founded in London in 2017, the company has spent nearly a decade delivering advisory support and expertise to businesses of all sizes – from helping start-ups scale, to supporting digital and data-led transformation in established businesses. Argella works with founders, CEOs, and management teams, offering hands-on guidance and strategic advisory board support across a wide…
Jahez International Company (“Jahez International”), a pioneering platform that connects customers with their favorite restaurants through online orders, organized a series of community-driven and customer focused initiatives during March. These included strategic partnerships, exclusive collaborations, exciting competitions, and traditional celebrations, reflecting the Company’s broader strategy to engage with its customers and support the community. Recognizing Ramadan as a time that brings people together through shares values and traditions, Jahez Internation implemented its March initiatives in a way that balanced its social impact in the community while engaging its customers. Each initiative launched during the period was selected to address different…
Monaco, April, 2025 — Global biotech company Dexlevo successfully wrapped up a three-day Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (AMWC) 2025 in Monaco, drawing significant international attention with its showcase of GOURI, the world’s first liquid polycaprolactone (PCL) injectable. During the AMWC, Dexlevo held three symposiums from March 27 to 29, which brought together renowned medical professionals from around the world to explore the clinical innovations and efficacy of GOURI, a next-generation collagen biostimulator that is redefining the aesthetic medicine landscape. The first symposium opened with a keynote presentation by Dr. Akaluck Thammasunthorn from Thailand, titled “The Possibilities of Liquid…
Oxford Business Group and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University release report on women’s empowerment and academic excellence in Saudi Arabia Riyadh, March 2025: A new report examining Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University’s (PNU) role in advancing women’s empowerment and academic excellence in Saudi Arabia has been released. Produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with PNU, the report, PNU: Empowering Women to Shape the Future of Saudi Arabia, comes as the Kingdom continues its drive to enhance female participation in the workforce and align higher education with Vision 2030 objectives. The publication provides in-depth analysis of how PNU is…
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently organised a virtual workshop on sustainability reports. The online session highlighted the important role played by sustainability reporting in enhancing transparency surrounding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards for investors, consumers, and regulatory bodies. Organised by the chamber’s Centre for Responsible Business, the workshop attracted the participation of 147 representatives from private sector companies. The session explored how sustainability reporting serves as a vital tool that enables businesses to demonstrate their ESG performance, manage risks, and effectively engage with stakeholders. Participants…
CAIRO: Telecom Egypt, the country’s leading telecommunications provider, has joined forces with Truecaller, the world’s leading Caller ID and spam protection platform, to redefine customer communication and experience. The partnership aims to provide Telecom Egypt’s customers a more secure, personalized, and seamless calling experience. In an era where customers are increasingly wary of answering unknown calls due to the prevalence of unsolicited calls, businesses face mounting challenges in connecting with their audience. Leveraging Truecaller’s Verified Business Caller ID solution, Telecom Egypt now ensures that its customers can instantly recognize incoming calls from the company. Official branding elements, including Telecom Egypt’s…
