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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

Arar, June 10, 2026, SPA — An exhibition section dedicated to painting traditional and household utensils attracted significant attention at the tourism forum in Arar, where local artist Shahd Al-Salal showcased handcrafted works blending fine art with heritage-inspired designs. Al-Salal explained that the initiative transforms earthenware and everyday household items into artistic pieces featuring motifs drawn from the local environment and folklore, highlighting creative ways to preserve cultural heritage. The section drew visitors of all ages, offering insights into painting techniques and local craftsmanship. The forum aims to prom

Madinah, April 2, 2026, SPA — The third edition of the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum concluded on Wednesday. The forum was held under the patronage of Governor of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, and organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in partnership with the Pilgrim Experience Program. The event took place from March 30 to April 1 at the King Salman International Convention Center in Madinah. The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum saw broad local and international participation over its three days, attracting more than 50,000 registrants from 165 countries. This participation reflects its growing status as a leading global

Riyadh, March 02, 2026, SPA — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the Middle East edition of the “BIO / CPHI” Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Development Forum in Riyadh under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and organized by Tahaluf Company from May 11 to 13, at Riyadh Convention and Exhibition Center in Malham. Hosting the forum underscores the growing international confidence in the Saudi healthcare sector’s investment and regulatory environment and highlights the Kingdom’s readiness to lead regional transformation in biotechnology and pharmaceutical development. The event aligns with the objectives of

Riyadh, February 17, 2026, SPA — The Sports Investment Forum announced that the third day of its 2026 edition will be dedicated to empowering women in the sports sector, in partnership with Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The move reflects the forum’s commitment to supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and enhancing the role of women in the sports industry and sports investment This allocation comes as part of the forum’s program, scheduled to take place from April 20 to 22, at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. The third day will feature a series of strategic sessions and specialized workshops focused on sustaina

Makkah, February 16, 2026, SPA — The Makkah Halal Forum has become a leading destination for international businesses, with its third edition drawing strong economic momentum and broad, high-level global participation, positioning it as a strategic entry point for companies seeking to grow in the Saudi market and expand into cross-border markets. The forum is no longer merely a commercial gathering but a dynamic platform for exploring opportunities and forging strategic partnerships. International exhibitors view their presence in the Holy Capital as a valuable gateway to reaching a broader global customer base. In this context, severa

The RLC Honors recognised industry pioneers behind the future of retail Winners of the NextGeneration Retail Challenge announced RLC Global Forum and BCG unveil new joint initiative on the future of merchandising Kering and the Saudi Fashion Commission announce the second edition of the Kering Generation Award xMENA Retail real estate, AI and long-term value creation dominate closing discussions 5th February 2026 – Riyadh, KSA – The 2026 RLC Global Forum wrapped up in Riyadh after two days of high-level dialogue, bringing together senior executives, policymakers, and investors to reassess value dynamics and long-term strategy

Riyadh, January 23, 2026, SPA — The Education and Training Investment Forum 2026 will launch its second edition, aiming to strengthen partnerships with the private sector and attract local and international investment. Organized by the Ministry of Education, the two-day forum will take place on January 25-26 under the patronage of Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel and Residences. The forum will bring together a wide range of government, financing, and investment entities, the education and training ecosystem, and more than 1,500 participants from educational institutions, as well as a select group of invest

Davos, January 22, 2026, SPA — On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, a cooperation agreement was signed to enhance the Kingdom’s industrial transformation pathways. The agreement was signed by Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and World Economic Forum President and Chief Executive Officer Borge Brende, with the attendance of Minister of Foreign Affairs and head of the Saudi delegation to the annual meeting Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. The agreement focuses on developing a scalable, structured model for industrial transformation in the Kingdom by building capabil

Riyadh, January 20, 2026, SPA — The January edition of the “Big 5 Construct Saudi” exhibition launched Monday at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center, inaugurating one of the key events in the Kingdom’s construction and building sector agenda for 2026. The event features wide participation from leaders and experts in architecture and construction, with official representation from the Architecture and Design Commission. The opening day featured the second annual “Architect Leaders Forum Saudi,” where speakers discussed the role of architects in shaping communities, integrating heritage and cul