Riyadh, June 11, 2026, SPA — The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has established its first office dedicated to cybersecurity. Through training, research, policy development and knowledge exchange, the Riyadh-based UNITAR Cybersecurity Office will support efforts to strengthen cyber resilience globally. The new office is the third office in the UNITAR network, joining those in Hiroshima, Japan, and Bonn, Germany. Its establishment reflects Saudi Arabia’s expanding role in hosting platforms for international collaboration and supporting global initiatives in cybersecurity. Assistant Secretary-General of
Jeddah, June 11, 2026, SPA — The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) will host the 20th IsDB Global Forum on Islamic Finance in Baku, Azerbaijan, on June 17, 2026, under the theme “Achieving Sustainable Prosperity through Islamic Finance,” in conjunction with the IsDB Group Annual Meetings. Marking its 20th edition, the forum serves as a flagship platform for high-level dialogue, convening policymakers, regulators, development practitioners, academics, and industry leaders to advance innovation and development in Islamic finance. This year’s forum will focus on strengthening regional integration and unlocking sust
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Riyadh, April 29, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, almatar Travel Solutions, a Saudi company specializing in travel technology, signed a strategic partnership with Wakanow, a digital platform specializing in travel and tourism services across Africa. This partnership comes as part of the ministry’s efforts to empower Saudi technology companies and support the international expansion of their innovative solutions, strengthening the competitiveness of the Kingdom’s tech sector and opening new horizons for cross-border partnerships. According to a press release issued by
Sunnyvale, California | April 28, 2026 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH), a Global Strategic Partner at the C3 Davos of Healthcare™ Silicon Valley Summit, awarded the winners of the Innovation Challenge, recognizing breakthrough solutions with the potential to advance patient care and accelerate healthcare transformation. The Innovation Challenge brought together global startups and innovators developing technologies aligned with KFSH’s centres of excellence, with a focus on scalable solutions capable of delivering real-world clinical impact. Finalists were selected through a rigorous evaluation process
Jeddah, April 28, 2026, SPA — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan departed Jeddah today after participating in the GCC Consultative Summit. He was seen off at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Saudi Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Sultan bin Abdullah Al-Anqari.
Riyadh, April 27, 2026, SPA — Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University will host the Gulf AI Symposium in Higher Education, titled “Smart Transformation andFuture Vision,” on May 6, as a virtual interactive scientific platform highlighting the role of artificial intelligence in the development of higher education institutions. It will showcase leading global trends and successful applications across educational, administrative, and research fields, contributing to improved educational quality and a forward-looking vision for higher education in the era of smart technologies. Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Dr. Farah Ala
Makkah, April 27, 2026, SPA — The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) launched the “Discover Makkah” digital platform, aimed at providing a unified reference that facilitates visitors’ access to information and services related to Makkah, enhancing their religious and cultural experience. The platform offers integrated content covering historical landmarks, enrichment sites, and museums, alongside interactive tools such as smart maps and a trip planner, enabling users to plan their visits and navigate between sites with ease. Discover Makkah provides reliable and up-to-date information through a uni
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – April 26, 2026: EXEED has closed an active first quarter globally, with its operations under Arabian Heritage Motors by Al Ghurair continuing to build on the Kingdom’s position as a priority market. From rigorous product validation to channel expansion and brand building, EXEED has shown the systemic resilience and technological depth that now underpin its growth across key regions, including the Middle East. In January, the brand unveiled its largest flagship showroom in the MENA region in Riyadh. The 5,000-square-metre space offers an immersive environment that brings together product experience and
Turaif, April 27, 2026, SPA — The National Center for Meteorology issued a warning Sunday of heavy rain accompanied by strong winds, hail, flash floods, lightning strikes, and near-zero visibility in Turaif Governorate in Northern Borders Region. The center said the weather condition is expected to start Monday morning and continue until 10 p.m. the same day.
Riyadh, April 27, 2026, SPA — The communications and technology ecosystem held an event to celebrate women who won global tech challenges, marking the International Girls in ICT Day. The recognition celebrated their achievements and Saudi women’s growing role in driving innovation and strengthening the presence of national talent in the technology sector. Governor of the Digital Government Authority (DGA) Ahmed Alsuwaiyan honored the winners during the event held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. The event reflected the ongoing commitment to empowering women, enhancing their participat
Jeddah, April 26, 2026, SPA — The Globe Roundabout in Jeddah has transformed into an “artistic calendar” reflecting the city’s major occasions and national events, including the launch of Jeddah Season and Saudi Arabia hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Ahead of Formula races, the roundabout is adorned with shapes inspired by drivers’ helmets, while it takes on a festive atmosphere during Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr, displays green lighting and national flags during National Day, Founding Day, and Flag Day, and its lights are turned off entirely in solidarity with Earth Hour. The roundabout, inaugurated in 1982 and designed
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia / Dubai, UAE – April 27, 2026 – SHEIN®, one of the world’s leading online fashion and lifestyle retailers, strengthened its commitment to community engagement efforts in the Middle East during Ramadan 2026, delivering a series of impactful initiatives in Saudi Arabia and the UAE that reflected the company’s broader focus on kindness, connection, and giving. Under the theme “Ramadan in Every Gesture,” SHEIN rolled out a series of Ramadan and Eid al‑Fitr activations in both countries, reaching thousands of people and reinforcing values of kindness and community. SHEIN partnered with Dunia H
