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Riyadh, July 02, 2026, SPA — The World Bank has documented Saudi Arabia’s experience in utilizing AI in learning, affirming that the AI Sandbox for Digital Learning (AISB) initiative represents a pioneering national model for countries seeking to advance responsible innovation and improve the quality of digital learning. This came in a study published by the World Bank titled: “AI Sandbox for Digital Learning in Saudi Arabia: Driving Socio-Economic Impact through AI Innovation in Digital Learning.” The study reviewed the Saudi experience as an integrated model that combines practical experimentation, capacity building, gover

Madinah, July 1, 2026, SPA — The Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah Research and Studies Center organized a seminar as part of its scientific program on Madinah’s historic mosques, highlighting their religious, historical, and architectural significance. The discussion explored the historical and scholarly significance of Madinah’s most prominent historic mosques and their role in preserving the city’s heritage. It also highlighted Saudi Arabia’s efforts to preserve and rehabilitate these mosques and safeguard their architectural and heritage identity. The event formed part of the scientific program launched by the center on Madi

Abha, June 30, 2026, SPA — Aseer Region Municipality is expanding investment opportunities in the tourism sector by offering 44 seasonal investment sites during the summer season as part of its efforts to empower investors, enrich visitors’ experiences, and increase the contribution of tourism and entertainment activities to the local economy amid the region’s growing tourism momentum. Aseer Region Mayor Eng. Abdullah Al-Jali said the municipality is implementing a comprehensive plan to support the summer tourism season through two main tracks. The first focuses on continuing infrastructure projects and urban landscape improvement

Exclusive insights from Dragon Trail International reveal Saudi Arabia’s growing appeal among Chinese travellers as the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 tourism ambitions WTM Spotlight Riyadh is targeting China as one of its top source markets, supported by expanded air connectivity, Approved Destination Status, and tailored “China-ready” initiatives The event will bring together global travel leaders to explore opportunities across the Kingdom’s fast-growing inbound and outbound tourism sectors from 8 – 10 September at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC) Riyadh, Saudi Ar

Jeddah, June 30, 2026, SPA — Member States of the Global Water Organization (GWO) affirmed their shared commitment to supporting GWO’s development, working to unify international efforts, and strengthening cooperation and integration in the water sector, contributing to sustainable solutions to global water challenges. GWO hosted heads of delegation from its eight founding member states on the sidelines of Saudi Water Week, taking place in Jeddah from June 28 to July 2, 2026. Representatives from Greece, Kuwait, Mauritania, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, and Spain met to review progress made since the signing of the GWO

Riyadh, June 29, 2026, SPA — Neo Space Group (NSG), a strategic company within PIF’s Vision Portfolio and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial space services provider, and Saudia, the Kingdom’s national flag carrier, today announced the first line-fit activation of NSG Skywaves® in-flight connectivity (IFC) aboard Saudia’s inaugural Airbus A321XLR aircraft. The milestone marks a significant step in the growing strategic partnership between Saudia and NSG and demonstrates how Saudi Arabia’s aviation and space sectors are working together to support the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambitions. It reflects a shared commitm

Six-week summer camp brings sport, creativity, innovation and experiential learning for children aged 6-13 in Jeddah Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 28 June 2026: British International School Jeddah (BISJ) has announced the launch of its ‘Summer Camp 2026’, a six-week youth development initiative delivered in partnership with Nujoom Sports Management and designed to support the growth of children aged 6-13 through sport, STEAM, innovation, creativity, and experiential learning. Running from 5 July to 13 August 2026 and hosted on the BISJ campus, the camp is open to both BISJ students and the wider Jeddah community. It encourages childre