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26 February 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2026 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Awards. The Awards recognize excellence in the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry in three categories: The Inspirational Role Model Award recognizes a woman holding a senior position within the air transport industry who has had substantial impact on diversity and inclusion in aviation through her significant influence at global level. The High Flyer Award recognizes a female aviation professional under the age of 40 who has demonstra

International thought leaders, policymakers and industry experts came together to shape the next phase of Industry 4.0 Riyadh, KSA – 18 February 2026 – The World Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics (WAM) Saudi Summit & Expo 2026, officially concluded after three days of high-impact sessions, strategic collaborations and innovative showcases, highlighting the Kingdom’s ongoing industrial transformation led by the Saudi Vision 2030 agenda. Organised by KAOUN International in strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), the exhibition convened international industry professionals from

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- 16 February 2026- Under the patronage of His Excellency Bandar bin Ibrahim Al‑Khorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, the World Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics (WAM) Saudi 2026 summit – Saudi Arabia’s premier tech‑driven intelligence event for advanced manufacturing, logistics, and next‑generation technologies – officially commenced, convening global leaders to advance Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation. The event, featuring global leaders, is designed to future-proof the industry and foster strategic discussions on how policy, trade, and investment frameworks will sh

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

Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef inaugurated the ministry’s pavilion at the third edition of the World Defense Show 2026 yesterday. The event, held in Riyadh from February 8 to 12, showcases the Kingdom’s integrated industrial and mining ecosystem. The pavilion, led by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, features the participation of key sector entities, including the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, the Saudi Export Development Authority, the Saudi Export-Import Bank, the Saudi Geological Survey, the Saudi Industrial Development Fund, the National In

Riyadh, February 02, 2026, SPA — A panel discussion held as part of the fifth annual Saudi Media Forum examined trends in the tourism media industry and its role in strengthening national identity and enhancing the competitiveness of the Kingdom’s tourist destinations. The session, titled “The Tourism Media Industry: Strategies and Trends,” featured Saudi Tourism Authority spokesman Abdullah Al-Dakhil, List Magazine editor-in-chief Noirin Hegarty, and Showcase Culture co-founder and director Isabella Brancolini. Al-Dakhil stated that Saudi Arabia is among the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations, noting that

Riyadh, January 14, 2026, SPA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef inaugurated on Tuesday the international exhibition accompanying the fifth edition of the Future Minerals Forum, in the presence of several ministers, senior officials, and CEOs of major mining and industrial companies from around the world. As an exceptional global platform, the exhibition brings together over 285 sponsors and exhibitors under one roof, representing leading companies across the mining and minerals value chain, from exploration and extraction to processing and manufacturing. This year, the event features a notable international

Riyadh, January 13, 2025, SPA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef, yesterday held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with ministers from several countries participating in the fifth edition of the Future Minerals Forum, in the presence of Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Mining Affairs Eng. Khalid Almudaifer. The forum will commence on Tuesday in Riyadh. During his meeting with Minister of Mines and Energy of the Federative Republic of Brazil Alexandre Silveira, Minister AlKhorayef discussed strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the mining and minerals sector, while h

Riyadh, December 30, 2025, SPA — The Saudi-Tunisian Business Forum concluded in the capital, Riyadh. The forum was organized by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources in cooperation with the Ministry of Investment and the Federation of Saudi Chambers, and was attended by Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Tunisian Minister of Economy and Planning Dr. Samir Abdelhafidh. The forum brought together more than 300 participants from the public and private sectors to discuss deepening economic partnership and translating shared visions into tangible, value-added projects. Discussions focused on ways to en

Saudi Arabia’s multi-trillion-dollar construction pipeline offers opportunities for industry professionals at Big 5 Construct Saudi from 18 – 21 January Featuring over 1,100 exhibitors from more than 50 countries, the event highlights products and solutions that elevate quality, durability and design Architect Leaders Forum Saudi Arabia, a closed-door gathering of architects, designers and urban visionaries, explores design and architecture in contemporary Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 08 December 2025: Saudi Arabia’s ambitious multi-trillion-dollar construction pipeline, driven by Vision 2030 and giga projects s