EtonHouse International Education Group, a prominent international education organization based in Singapore, is expanding its reach into Saudi Arabia with the introduction of EtonHouse International Education Arabia. In partnership with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, the group will establish two purpose-built campuses in Granada, Riyadh, set to open in September 2025. The new educational...
Saudi Arabia’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) decreased by 7% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, according to government data released on Sunday. The kingdom attracted 22.2 billion riyals ($5.92 billion) in FDI during the three months ending March 31, down from 24 billion riyals ($6.40 billion) in the last...
PARAGON Developments has officially opened its first regional office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as announced in a recent press release. This move marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to expand its presence and share its expertise in the real estate sector. The opening aligns with PARAGON’s participation in the Nile Expo Real Estate...
Saudi Arabia has launched its first national biotech accelerator program at the 2025 BIO International Convention in Boston. This initiative marks a significant commitment by the Kingdom to promote innovation and support emerging startups in the biotechnology sector. In partnership with BioLabs, a well-known U.S.-based biotech incubator, Saudi Arabia seeks to establish itself as a...
The Middle East is set to experience a significant 25% growth in social infrastructure project activity over the next two years, according to a report by Ansarada, a prominent procurement platform. This surge is driven by population growth and an increased focus on enhancing quality of life, prompting governments across the region to boost investments...
The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has achieved a remarkable milestone by welcoming over one million visitors within the first 70 days of its operations. Since its opening on April 13, 2025, the Pavilion has hosted a total of 1 137 events, including 1 021 inside the Pavilion and 116 at the Expo...
At the prestigious 55th Paris Air Show, which is taking place from June 16 to June 19, 2025, Saudi Arabia and Panama finalized a significant bilateral air services agreement. The agreement was signed by Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, the president of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), representing a major advance in...
Power Metallic Mines Inc. has been granted the exploration license for the Jabal Baudan project, located in Saudi Arabia’s Jabal Sayid Mineralized Belt. This achievement is significant as it positions Power Metallic as one of the few foreign companies with mining concessions in the Kingdom. The strategic acquisition aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative,...
Saudi Arabia is making a significant move to enhance global tourism by expanding its visa-on-arrival program. This initiative now allows travelers with valid visas from the Schengen Zone, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as well as residents of these regions, to obtain visas upon arrival. This reform aims to eliminate bureaucratic barriers and...
Saudi Arabia has made a significant advancement in its global aviation strategy by launching non-stop flights between Riyadh and Vienna. This initiative strengthens the Kingdom’s growing presence in international air travel and aligns with its Vision 2030 goals, which seek to boost tourism, attract foreign investment, and establish Saudi Arabia as a leading global aviation...