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Riyadh, February 06, 2026, SPA — The Saudi team made a notable appearance at the fashion show featuring national Olympic committees participating in the Winter Olympic Games, which was held as part of Milan Fashion Week, with the participation of 17 national Olympic committees from around the world. The Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) was the only Arab entity to take part in this global event. Saudi national team athlete Rakan Ali Reda participated in the show, wearing a design created by Saudi fashion designer Alia Al-Salmi, which embodied elements of Saudi heritage through a contemporary aesthetic that blends authenticity

Riyadh, February 06, 2026, SPA — Preparations are in full swing for the PIF Saudi Ladies International, scheduled to take place at the Riyadh Golf Club from February 11 to 14. The event is part of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) Global Series and coincides with the opening of the Ladies European Tour (LET) season. The championship will feature a stellar lineup of the world’s top female golfers, led by world No. 5 Charley Hull, alongside several Golf Saudi ambassadors. The tournament offers total prize money of $5 million, underscoring its growing prominence on the international golf calendar. The PIF Global Series provides a hig

Riyadh, February 03, 2026, SPA — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the Cabinet session held in Riyadh today. During this session, the Cabinet reviewed recent discussions and consultations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and several brotherly and friendly countries regarding the latest regional and international developments. In this regard, the Cabinet reaffirmed the Kingdom’s steadfast positions on these issues and its support for efforts to resolve disputes through dialogue, thereby enhancing security and stability in the region and the world. The Cab

Riyadh, February 4, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) hosted the 23rd annual meeting of the Riyadh Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Port State Control, with broad participation from representatives of member states, regional and international maritime organizations, as well as experts and specialists in maritime safety and inspection. The meeting is regarded as a key regional event in maritime navigation safety, aiming to exchange expertise, discuss shared challenges, and review international best practices in maritime inspection, contributing to higher compliance with international conventions, improved port operations,

Saudi Arabia’s hospitality market is forecast to grow from US$27 billion in 2025 to over US$54 billion, driven by Vision 2030, premium hotel development, and evolving inbound travel demand WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will unite the global and regional tourism and hospitality sectors through exhibition, conference, and networking opportunities WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will make its debut from 8 – 10 September at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Convention Center (RFECC) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2 February 2026: Saudi Arabia’s hospitality market, valued at US$27.14 billion in 2025, is forecast to reach US$54.32 billion a

Hail, January 28, 2026, SPA — Technical inspections of the vehicles participating in the 21st edition of the Hail Toyota International Baja Rally will commence today, Wednesday, at the designated site prepared by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF), in preparation for the start of the rally stages. The technical inspection unit will carry out checks on 109 vehicles across the various participating categories. The technical teams are working to apply the regulations and standards of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) to all vehicles, while also ensuring compliance with the safety requirements and pr

Riyadh, January 27, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh will host the seventh annual Saudi Cup on February 13-14, in what promises to be the largest horse racing event in history in terms of prize money and international attention. The event will feature participation from top horses and jockeys from across the globe. International horses are scheduled to begin arriving in the Kingdom on February 3 to compete in the two-day event, which offers total prize money of $39.6 million, attracting elite owners, trainers, and riders from around the world. The local presence is also strong, with a selection of ambitious Saudi

Riyadh, January 27, 2026, SPA — The Riyadh Marathon 2026 announced the participation of elite international athletes and world-record holders in its fifth edition, as comprehensive preparations continue with strong support from partners and sponsors. The festival will take place at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University from January 28 to 31 in a highly anticipated sporting event that blends top-level competition with a wide-ranging entertainment experience. A distinguished lineup of world-class runners is expected to compete, including Ethiopian world champion Gotytom Gebreslase, Ethiopian Gulume Chala, Moroccan Othmane El Goumri

Riyadh, January 25, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Riyadh will host tomorrow the third edition of the Global Labor Market Conference (GLMC). The conference will be held under the theme “Future in Progress,” with high-level participation from decision-makers, thought leaders, and experts from around the world. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi affirmed that convening the third edition of GLMC under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to its international role in adva

Riyadh, January 22, 2026, SPA — Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, officially entered the global air cargo market with the launch of its new service, “Riyadh Cargo,” activating freight operations through the belly-hold capacity of its aircraft fleet. The move enables the transport of goods efficiently and reliably across international markets, leveraging a fleet of more than 120 widebody aircraft currently on order, the airline said. The launch of Riyadh Cargo reflects a measured, phased approach to building a fully integrated, scalable cargo business operating from its main hub in the Saudi capital.