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The event spotlighted drought as an urgent global risk and called for a decisive shift from crisis response to long-term resilience. Leaders emphasized the importance of scaling finance, innovation, and land restoration solutions to tackle drought at its root. The dialogue reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s leadership in launching global partnerships and unlocking billions for land-based adaptation. Davos, Switzerland, January 23, 2026 — The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP16 Presidency, led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, convened a high-level dialogue today at the Saudi House during the World Ec

Riyadh, January 22, 2026, SPA — Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji participated Wednesday in a ceremony held in Riyadh to honor partners of success, including supporters, major donors, benefactors, and cooperating entities with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), in the presence of Advisor to the Royal Court and KSrelief Supervisor-General Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah. In his speech, Elkhereiji affirmed the Kingdom’s continued commitment to supporting the needy and affected people across the globe, backing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and all government entities in the efforts of the Kingdom&

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.

Saudi is rapidly transforming into a global powerhouse for sports. Football is seeing a renaissance in the country, but beneath the dazzling headlines lies a deep, multi-generational passion for the beautiful game. That passion is now being amplified by an unprecedented wave of focus on football locally, nationally, and internationally. The clearest sign of this ambition is Saudi’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034. This monumental undertaking involves developing cutting-edge infrastructure, from state-of-the-art stadiums to expansive fan zones and advanced transport networks; all meticulously planned to deliver an unpar

Riyadh, January 21, 2026, SPA — Chairman of the Board of Directors of Riyadh Chamber Abdallah Al-Obeikan received a delegation from the Amman Chamber of Commerce, headed by its chairman, Khalil Mohammad Al-Haj Tawfiq. The reception was also attended by Jordan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dr. Haitham Abu Al-Foul, as well as Riyadh Chamber board members and prominent business figures. The meeting reviewed ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation between the business sectors of Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Discussions focused on mechanisms to develop bilateral trade and expand economic partnership, with an emphasis on leveraging avai

Riyadh, January 21, 2026, SPA — The Esports World Cup Foundation, the global non-profit organization behind the Esports World Cup, announced a record prize pool of $75 million for the Esports World Cup 2026, which will be hosted in Riyadh from July 6 to August 23. The tournament is the largest esports tournament in the world, featuring over 2,000 professional players representing more than 200 clubs from about 100 countries, competing in 25 championships across 24 global games. The Esports World Cup Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer Ralf Reichert confirmed that the record prize pool aims to support players and clubs and to trans

Riyadh, January 21, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Arabia Darts Masters 2026 concluded yesterday as part of Riyadh Season, hosted at the Global Theatre in Boulevard City, Riyadh. The tournament drew a strong attendance and widespread public interest, closing its first edition after high-level competition featuring a world-class lineup of the sport’s leading stars, alongside a selection of Asia’s top representatives. The Finals Day featured a full evening of action, with the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final all taking place in one single session. In the quarter-finals, Dutchman Michael van Gerwen continued his impressive run by def

Riyadh, January 20, 2026, SPA — Saudi Broadcasting Authority (SBA) Chief Executive Officer Ali bin Abdullah Al-Zaid yesterday visited the headquarters of the MBC Group in Riyadh, accompanied by several senior officials from the authority. In a meeting with MBC Group Director General Ali Al-Hedeithy, both parties explored ways to bolster cooperation. They reviewed joint media projects and identified new opportunities for integration in key sectors of interest. Following the meeting, the SBA chief and the accompanying delegation toured the group’s departments, where they were briefed on the working environment, familiarized themsel

A 5,000 sqm facility, designed to deliver the end-to-end customer journey in one place Led by Arabian Heritage Motors under Al Ghurair Mobility, the partnership strengthens long-term operations in Saudi Arabia Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 18 January 2026: Arabian Heritage Motors by Al Ghurair has opened the largest EXEED showroom in the world in Riyadh. The new site brings together sales, after-sales services, and customer engagement into a single, seamless experience, strengthening long-term operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The launch was announced during a launch event hosted in Riyadh recently, attended by John

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 19 January 2026 — AJEX, the Saudi-headquartered partner of DHL eCommerce, has announced a new partnership agreement with Al-Arrab Academy, the Saudi-based football training academy dedicated to youth development and sportsmanship. Building on a partnership first established in 2025, the latest agreement will see AJEX serve as the official sponsor of the Academy’s upcoming football league in Riyadh, reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and youth empowerment across the Kingdom. Set to commence on 22 January at Al Mutawa Park Stadium, the ‘AJEX Academies League’ will