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Ottawa, May 22, 2026, SPA — Saudi Ambassador to Canada Amal Almoalimi hosted Canadian Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty during a dinner held at her official residence in Ottawa. During the meeting, the two sides discussed several issues of mutual interest and reaffirmed the strong relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Canada.

A landmark achievement that establishes SAB Invest as the first ETF Market Maker in the Saudi Exchange, reinforcing its leadership in this field Enhanced liquidity in SAB Invest Saudi Quant ETF (Ticker: 9402), with tighter bid-ask spreads and improved pricing efficiency, enabling a smoother and more effective trading experience for investors Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 18 May 2026 – SAB Invest, the investment arm of Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), today announced its official registration by the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) as the first ETF market maker in the Kingdom. This landmark achievement marks a new era for Saudi Arabia’s capita

Doha, May 17, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) is participating in the Doha International Book Fair 2026 as part of the Saudi pavilion, reflecting its ongoing commitment to promoting Saudi history and cultural heritage while strengthening the Kingdom’s cultural and intellectual presence on the international stage. Through its participation, Darah is presenting a distinguished selection of scholarly, historical, and cultural publications, alongside showcasing its knowledge-based and archival projects and initiatives dedicated to preserving, documenting, and making the history of Saudi Arabia a

AI technologies and enhanced systems improve pilgrims’ safety and spiritual experience in the world’s largest religious gathering JEDDAH: As Saudi Arabia accelerates preparations for the Hajj 1447H season, the Kingdom continues to enhance its readiness to receive millions of pilgrims through a comprehensive system that combines advanced organization, modern technologies, and exceptional services, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030. Under the directives of the Kingdom’s wise leadership, these efforts reflect Saudi Arabia’s ongoing commitment to serving pilgrims and ensuring a seamless and spiritually enriching

Riyadh 12-5-2026 The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a high-level awareness campaign warning pilgrims against falling victim to fraudulent advertisements and “fake” Hajj permits. The Ministry stressed that the only legitimate way to perform the pilgrimage is by securing a permit through official, government-sanctioned channels. In its statement, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah highlighted that unofficial brokers often promote illegal visas that lead to severe legal consequences, including deportation or bans. To protect the rights of pilgrims, the Ministry reaffirmed that the official Hajj visa is the

Saudi Ministry Urges Hajj Applicants to Verify Permits Before Booking RIYADH, May 1, 2026 — The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued an urgent appeal to all individuals planning to perform Hajj, stressing the absolute necessity of verifying the validity of their Hajj permits before making any financial commitments or travel arrangements. Ministry officials stated that permit compliance is foundational to the security of pilgrims and the orderly movement of both vehicles and pedestrians within the Holy Sites. Under current regulations, performing Hajj without an official permit is strictly prohibited, and violators face sev

‏Rabat, May 01, 2026, SPA — The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission launched the Saudi pavilion at the 2026 International Publishing and Book Fair in Rabat, which continues through May 10. ‏Commission CEO Dr. Abdullatif Alwasel affirmed that the Kingdom’s participation in the event embodies the deep historical ties between Saudi Arabia and Morocco while showcasing a diverse, contemporary cultural movement driven by Saudi Vision 2030. “Saudi Arabia’s participation at the 2026 International Publishing and Book Fair emphasizes the Kingdom’s commitment to spotlighting publishers and the creativ

Tokyo, April 30, 2026, SPA — Saudi Arabia concluded its participation in the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 innovation and technology exhibition, held from April 27 to 29, in the presence of Saudi Ambassador to Japan Dr. Ghazi Binzagr. The participation highlighted the strength of the strategic partnership between the two countries and the Kingdom’s growing position as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The exhibition featured several activities and sessions, including a strategic workshop held in partnership with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on positioning Saudi Arabia as a global destination for entrepreneurship. The work

Riyadh, April 29, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, almatar Travel Solutions, a Saudi company specializing in travel technology, signed a strategic partnership with Wakanow, a digital platform specializing in travel and tourism services across Africa. This partnership comes as part of the ministry’s efforts to empower Saudi technology companies and support the international expansion of their innovative solutions, strengthening the competitiveness of the Kingdom’s tech sector and opening new horizons for cross-border partnerships. According to a press release issued by

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – April 26, 2026: EXEED has closed an active first quarter globally, with its operations under Arabian Heritage Motors by Al Ghurair continuing to build on the Kingdom’s position as a priority market. From rigorous product validation to channel expansion and brand building, EXEED has shown the systemic resilience and technological depth that now underpin its growth across key regions, including the Middle East. In January, the brand unveiled its largest flagship showroom in the MENA region in Riyadh. The 5,000-square-metre space offers an immersive environment that brings together product experience and