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Riyadh, January 2, 2026, SPA — 2025 was not an ordinary year for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s digital government journey. The Kingdom ranked second globally in the World Bank Group’s GovTech Maturity Index (GTMI) 2025 and ranked first, for the third consecutive time, in the 2024 Government Electronic and Mobile Services (GEMS) Maturity Index issued by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). In 2025, digital government continued its steady advance toward global leadership and services closer to beneficiaries, supported by advanced digital infrastructure. With unlimited support from the wise

Riyadh, January 02, 2026, SPA — Saudi Arabia has joined the global race for massive data centers with the launch of the Hexagon Data Center in Riyadh, representing the world’s largest government data center, classified as Tier IV. The Hexagon Data Center aims to leverage advanced technologies to support the Kingdom’s developmental sectors, as data has become the primary driver of modern developmental change. These efforts are guided by the strategy of the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) and Saudi Vision 2030, ensuring the Kingdom remains at the forefront of countries harnessing cutting-edge technologies for human benefi

Yanbu, January 1, 2026, SPA — With just three days to go until the seventh edition of Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2026, motorsport fans worldwide are turning their attention to Saudi Arabia as organizational and technical preparations for one of the world’s largest and most challenging sporting events have now been completed. The rally is organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) and the Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport, and will run from Yanbu between January 3 and 17, 2026. Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2026 will feature 25 Saudi competitors, including 10 participant

Jeddah, December 31, 2025, SPA — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Dakar Rally has shown a remarkable upward trajectory, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s presence in one of the world’s toughest motorsport events. This progress has evolved from limited individual entries to a confident national presence, culminating in a Saudi competitor winning the previous edition of the rally. With the seventh edition of the Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2026 approaching, scheduled for January 3 to 17, 25 Saudi male and female competitors are set to participate. The rally was organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Fed

Subheadings: • Tal Nazer: “Our mission is to create a healthier and more sustainable future for all.” • Offsetting 110 tCO₂e and eliminating 150,000 plastic containers • Healthcare provided for more than 2,400 orphans across 13 cities Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has issued its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the significant progress achieved during the year across environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and responsible resource management. The report reflects an institutional framework that links quality healthcare, environmental protection, and human development, in a

This year’s expanded content programme delivers practical insights on sustainability, project management, digital workflows and façade innovation. Council for International Accreditation of Architecture & Design (CIAAD) Masterclasses introduced this year as a direct response to the evolving industry demands, addressing AI and sustainable design Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 21 December 2025 – With Saudi Arabia’s construction and architecture driven by mega projects, Vision 2030 ambitions and a drive for sustainable, heritage-inspired design, the country is pursuing futuristic urban development that honours cultural identity and

Saudi Davis Cup players Saud Alhogbani and Abdulmajeed Bukhari will join global superstar Rafael Nadal at a coaching clinic on Friday Next Gen ATP Finals play a key role in the Saudi Tennis Federation’s ambitions to encourage more people into tennis Tickets for the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals can be purchased here Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 18 December 2025: As the Next Gen ATP Finals presented by PIF continue to deliver show-stopping tennis in Jeddah, two of Saudi Arabia’s own tennis stars arrived in the city to lend their support to inspiring the next generation of local talent. Saud Alhogbani and Abdulmajeed Bukhari, both me

SalamAir, the Sultanate of Oman’s low-cost carrier, has inaugurated its new direct service to Abha in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening air connectivity between the two brotherly nations and supporting growing tourism flows between Oman and the Asir Region. The new route forms part of SalamAir’s ongoing expansion of its regional destination network. The inaugural flight departed from Muscat International Airport in the presence of His Excellency Mr. Ibrahim Saad Ibrahim bin Bishan, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Sultanate of Oman, alongside officials and partners from the Civil Aviation Authority, th

Saudi travellers are fueling robust demand for premium accommodation, exceptional service, and tailor-made travel experiences In 2025, outbound travel expenditure in the Kingdom is estimated to reach US$27.5 billion, supported by widespread digital adoption, greater international mobility, and a growing interest in both established and new destinations The inaugural WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will take place in September at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Convention Centre (RFECC) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 17 December 2025: Saudi Arabia is entering an exciting phase of outbound travel, fuelled by greater global mobility and a rising

NEW PARTNERSHIP SUPPORTS THE HOLY CITIES EVOLVING HOSPITALITY LANDSCAPE, PARTICULARLY IN MADINAH, AT A TIME OF ROBUST VISITOR GROWTH AND DEMAND FOR INTERNATIONALLY BRANDED HOTELS. MADINAH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA, DECEMBER 16, 2025 — Accor, a world-leading hospitality group and the largest hotel operator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has signed an agreement with Madinah-based developer Arbah Taiba for Real Estate Development and Investment, to develop Novotel Madinah North. The new hotel will be located minutes from the iconic Al Masjid an-Nabawi and is scheduled to open in 2028. The collaboration draws on Arbah Taiba’s lo