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Davos, Switzerland. 24 January 2026 – A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has concluded its participation in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, culminating in an announcement that the Kingdom will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting: Building Common Ground and Reviving Growth in Jeddah on 22-23 April 2026. Led by His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the delegation engaged in impactful dialogue and oversaw the launch of major initiatives designed to address global challenges and capture oppor

Riyadh, January 25, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Riyadh will host tomorrow the third edition of the Global Labor Market Conference (GLMC). The conference will be held under the theme “Future in Progress,” with high-level participation from decision-makers, thought leaders, and experts from around the world. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi affirmed that convening the third edition of GLMC under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to its international role in adva

Riyadh, January 23, 2026, SPA — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of the Republic of Uganda on his re-election to a new presidential term. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for continued success to the president, and for further progress and prosperity to the brotherly people of Uganda. He also praised the distinguished relations between the two countries and their brotherly peoples, as well as the commitment to strengthen and develop them across all fields.

AlUla, January 26, 2026, SPA — The Tuwaiq Classic Car Rally 2026 kicked off Sunday in AlUla Governorate with an opening ceremony held in AlUla Old Town. The ceremony drew classic car enthusiasts and other attendees from within Saudi Arabia and abroad. The rally continues today, with classic cars traversing prominent natural sites and historic landmarks across AlUla. The event blends a passion for heritage vehicles with the governorate’s scenic beauty, highlighting the link between classic motorsport and AlUla’s cultural and historical heritage. Now in its fourth edition, the rally builds on previous successes, strengthening

Doha, January 26, 2026, SPA — The joint tactical exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, titled “Arabian Gulf Security 4,” commenced on Sunday, hosted by the State of Qatar. The opening ceremony was attended by security leaders, officers, and representatives from the participating agencies. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is participating in the exercise with a specialized security force from the Ministry of Interior and the Presidency of State Security, aiming to enhance security cooperation, strengthen coordination, and exchange expertise among the internal security sectors of GC

Riyadh, January 26, 2026, SPA — Janadriyah Village, held alongside the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival, embodies the concept of “investing in heritage,” transforming a 15,000-square-meter area into a comprehensive economic and tourism hub in the heart of Riyadh. The initiative aims to support productive families and entrepreneurs while providing a high-quality marketing platform that contributes to the sector’s development. The village offers visitors a complete cultural and entertainment experience for all family members daily from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., coinciding with the festival’s third editio

Davos, Switzerland. 23 January 2026 – Saudi Arabia will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Collaboration and Growth Meeting: Building Common Ground and Reviving Growth in Jeddah on 22-23 April 2026, it was announced on the closing day of the 56th Annual Meeting of the Forum in Davos, Switzerland. His Excellency Faisal F. Alibrahim, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Economy and Planning today confirmed the details for the regular high-level WEF meeting, which was announced at the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting. Calling for pragmatism and collaboration against a backdrop of geopolitical fragmentation, HE Alibrahim said “stability ca

Riyadh, January 24, 2026, SPA – The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday with the Almadinah Hereditary Blood Disorders Charity Society to provide medical, social, and psychological services to patients with thalassemia, sickle-cell anemia, and other hereditary blood disorders. The signing took place in the presence of Royal Court Advisor and KSrelief Supervisor-General Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of a Riyadh-based ceremony held to launch the 2026 humanitarian and relief operational plans. The event also featured the announcement of