30 h. ago Saudi Arabia Abolishes Kafala System: What Is It And Why Was Sponsorship For Migrant Workers Scrapped?

Foreign workers in Saudi Arabia are cheering the long-awaited decision, which is expected to bring significant changes to the existing sponsorship model.

Events

52 h. ago Saudi Arabia Scraps Kafala System That Enslaved Millions. What Was It?

Saudi Arabia this month confirmed it had abolished the controversial 50-year-old kafala labour sponsorship system reviled as 'modern-day slavery', allowing employers - called kafeel - inhuman levels...

Politics

8 d. ago Jannik Sinner Unsure Of Participation In Davis Cup Final Eight

Jannik Sinner will face Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of the exhibition event in Saudi Arabia where the winner will claim $6 million.

Politics

2 w. ago India Vs Singapore Asian Cup Qualifiers: When, Where To Watch Live Streaming?

The team that finishes at the top of the group will qualify for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027.

Politics

3 w. ago EA Said to Be Nearing $50 Billion Buyout Deal With Investors, Including PIF

EA is said to be in "advanced talks" over a $50 billion buyout deal to go private. The company is reportedly in talks with a group of investors, including Saudi Arabia's PIF, Silver Lake

Economics

3 w. ago Jaishankar Holds Key Diplomatic Meetings On UNGA Sidelines; Discusses Regional Issues, UN Reforms

Jaishankar also held bilateral discussions with Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, where the two leaders exchanged views on bilateral cooperation and regional issues.

Politics

last month Opinion: Pakistan's Jihad Factories May Soon Be Getting A 'Saudi' Lifeline

For years, Riyadh has financially backed clerical groups and madrassas promoting the Salafi and Wahhabi schools of thought in Pakistan. If the new deal expands such patronage, it may solidify the...

Politics