Minister of Economy and Planning Meets with Pakistan’s Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives
New york: Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim met with Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives of Pakistan Prof. Ahsan Iqbal to discuss strengthening collaboration on planning and development.
According to Saudi Pre…
Saudi Arabia Sees 99% Drop in Dust Storms in June
Riyadh: The National Center for Meteorology Saudi Arabia recorded a near-zero occurrence of dust and sand storms during June 2026, marking the lowest historical rate in more than 25 years, with a 99% decrease compared to historical averages and a
Asian Stocks Fall as Oil Prices Surge
Riyadh: Asian stock markets declined in today’s trading, with the Republic of Korea’s equities falling more than 5% after renewed tensions in the Middle East triggered a sharp rise in oil prices, weakening investors’ risk appetite and sending technolo…
SAMA Licenses ‘Credit Line’ Company to Engage in Consumer Microfinance Activity
Riyadh: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA): licensed the ‘Credit Line’ company to engage in consumer microfinance activity, bringing the total number of finance companies licensed by SAMA to 77 companies.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this decision re…
King Saud Airport in Al-Baha Serves Around 700,000 Passengers Since Start of 2025
Al-baha: King Saud bin Abdulaziz Airport in Al-Baha Region, a facility managed by Cluster2 Airports, has facilitated the travel of nearly 700,000 passengers on domestic flights from the beginning of 2025 through the end of the first half of 2026.
58 Projects Open for Feedback through Istitlaa, the Public Consultation Platform
Riyadh: The Saudi Competitiveness and Business Center’s (SCBC) Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has put forward 58 projects related to economic and development affairs. In cooperation with 19 government agencies, SCBC invites the general public…