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Technology, Investments Boost Saudi Arabia's Shift to Digital Economy

LEAP 2022, the global technology platform, uncovered Saudi Arabia's readiness to address technical solutions and requirements that can address future challenges amid the development of the sector in the Kingdom. Several international companies asserted to Asharq Al-Awsat the importance of the conference, which revealed the future technologies, stressing that Saudi…

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Bahrain, Israel Sign Security Cooperation Agreement

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received in Manama on Thursday Benny Gantz, the first Israeli defense minister to visit the Kingdom. During the trip, Bahrain and Israel signed a security cooperation agreement, the first between Israel and a Gulf nation, since establishing diplomatic relations with Manama and Abu…

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King Abdullah II: Saudi Arabia’s Security is an Integral Part of Jordan, Region's Safety

Jordan’s King Abdullah II said the security of Saudi Arabia was an integral part of that of Jordan and the region, reiterating his condemnation of the Houthi attacks on the Kingdom. He also emphasized the consolidated brotherly ties that unite his country with Saudi Arabia and his keenness to enhance…

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Abdulaziz bin Salman: Energy Security Essential to Growth, Facing Climate Challenges

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said Wednesday that the Kingdom was committed to its pledges to reduce carbon emissions and address the climate crisis. He emphasized that energy security constituted a necessary basis for the prosperity of the global economy, and for achieving a smooth transition to deal…

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Joe O'Connor named Kerry captain despite never starting game for Kingdom

The Austin Stacks midfield man, who is currently out with a knee injury, was nominated by his club

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Saudi Arabia Announces $6.4 Billion Investments in Future Tech

Saudi Arabia has launched investments worth $6.4 billion in future technologies, the Saudi minister of communication and information technology said on Tuesday, as the Kingdom races to diversify its economy from oil. The investments announced on Tuesday include a $2 billion joint venture between eWTP Arabia Capital, a fund backed…

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Saudi Shura Council Approves Draft Amendment to Flag

The Saudi Shura Council unanimously approved on Monday a draft amendment to the flag, emblem and national anthem system, which was submitted by member Saad Al-Otaibi, in order to keep pace with the Kingdom’s progress and to protect the state emblem. Amending the flag, which was issued nearly 50 years…

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Saudi Arabia Supports Protection of Int’l Cultural Heritage Efforts with $30Mln Donation

Saudi Arabia’s Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan announced on Monday that the Kingdom is donating $30 million to support the work of the ALIPH Foundation, the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage in Conflict Areas. Prince Badr announced the donation during the foundation’s second donors’ conference,…

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Saudi Arabia Takes 2nd Place Among 'COVID-19 Resilience Rankings'

Saudi Arabia ranked second among the countries that have coexisted with the pandemic in Bloomberg's COVID Resilience Ranking for January 2022, which highlights how the "world's biggest 53 economies are responding to the same once-in-a-generation threat." The Kingdom has shown qualitative progress that reflects the effectiveness of the health and…

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Saudi, Omani Interior Ministers Tour Empty Quarter Crossing

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, and his Omani counterpart Hamoud bin Faisal Al Busaidi, toured on Monday the Empty Quarter border checkpoint, connecting the Kingdom and Sultanate. The new crossing cuts the distance between Saudi Arabia and Oman by about 800 km, therefore, creating trade and…

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Saudi Arabia Slams Houthi Attempts to Attack UAE

Saudi Arabia strongly condemned on Monday the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen for attempting to attack civilian locations in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE defenses thwarted on Monday a ballistic missile attack by the Houthis targeting Abu Dhabi. The Saudi Foreign Ministry stressed that the Kingdom stands firmly with…

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Plenty for Jack O'Connor to chew on with Dublin up next for Kerry

The Kingdom boss knows there's plenty of improvement needed from Kildare draw as he calls for reinforcements for Tralee clash next Saturday

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Financing Saudi SMEs Exceeds $22.7 Bln

With the Saudi government offering many financing options and solutions, small and medium enterprises of various sectors and sizes could access the financing required to meet their needs and promote their growth in the Kingdom. Monsha’at, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), has released a report…

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Saudi Arabia Records 3,913 New COVID-19 Cases

The Health Ministry said Saturday that Saudi Arabia recorded 3,913 coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of infections in the Kingdom to 679,384. The ministry reported two deaths from complications caused by the COVID-19 disease, pushing the number of fatalities to 8,933. According to the ministry’s daily report, the recovery…

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Kerry fans torn as Kingdom release 'traditional look' new jersey ahead of 2022 season

The new design is centred around the county's famous crest

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Cirque du Soleil to Present Major International Performances in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Ministry of Culture signed an agreement with the entertainment group Cirque du Soleil to enhance cooperation between the two and enable the world-renowned circus to present its creative performances in the Kingdom. The agreement was signed by the Saudi Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Theater and…

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New horizons for a historic friendship

Saudi Arabia and India share a historic camaraderie and, their relationship has made several strides through centuries

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Saudi Arabia, China Discuss Defense Cooperation

Saudi Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman has met via videoconference with Chinese State Councilor and Minister of National Defense General Wei Fenghe. The meeting reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries, especially in the defense and military fields, means to develop them and issues of mutual interest,…

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Saudi-Arabia’s Savvy Gaming buys ESL Gaming and FACEIT for $1.5 billion

The Saudi Arabia-backed Savvy Gaming is funded by the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund.

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Thai Products Expected to Increase Competitiveness in Saudi Market

Thai Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, General Prayut Chan-o-cha, visited Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as part of the Kingdom's efforts to strengthen mutual relations and build bridges of communication with all world countries. Following the visit, Saudi investors expect an increase in the competitiveness of rice prices and the…

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Saudi Joint Team to Ensure Implementation of Industrial, Energy Projects

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef revealed that the Ministry of Energy and Saudi Aramco are working closely to create a joint team and ensure that related projects are progressing appropriately, including those of the “In Kingdom Total Value Add” (IKTVA) program for the supply sector.…

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Saudi FM: Keen on Expanding Communication with Thailand

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah said on Tuesday the Kingdom is keen on building bridges of communication with Thailand and working with all partners around the world to support international peace and security. He said Tuesday's visit by Thai Premier Prayut Chan-o-cha to Riyadh is part…

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Condemnation of Houthi Attacks on Kingdom, UAE

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday its condemnation of the attacks carried out by the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen against the Kingdom and United Arab Emirates. The cabinet convened in person in Riyadh for the first time since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

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King Salman Receives Message from South Sudan President

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Monday a written message from South Sudan President Salva Kiir. The message covered bilateral relations between the Kingdom and South Sudan and ways to bolster and develop them in all fields. The message was handed to Saudi Foreign…

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US Slams Houthi Attack on Jazan, Reiterates Commitment to Saudi Security

The US Mission to Saudi Arabia strongly condemned on Monday the recent attack by the Iran-backed Houthi militias on Yemen on the Kingdom's Jazan province. The attack left two people injured. In a statement, the mission reiterated the United States' commitment to the security of Saudi Arabia. "We call on…

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