10 h. ago Boeing, trying to emerge from one of company’s most difficult eras, is having a pretty good week

WASHINGTON (AP) — Boeing has secured a pair of major orders in the Middle East during a visit to the region by President Donald Trump. The American aerospace manufacturer confirmed a $96 billion order from Qatar, one day after announcing an order from a company in Saudi Arabia for 20 737-8 jets and options for […]

Economics

11 h. ago Saudia’s AlFursan Loyalty Program Earns Triple Honors at the 2025 Freddie Awards

Recognized for Excellence in Loyalty Innovation and Member-Centric Rewards JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has achieved significant recognition at the 2025 Freddie Awards, with its AlFursan Loyalty Program earning three major accolades. The program was honored with “Best Elite Program – Airline Category”, […]

Events

11 h. ago Saudis treat Trump to his very own McDonald’s: ‘HOW’S THIS REAL LIFE?’

Saudi Arabia rolled out the red carpet and golden arches for U.S. President Donald Trump as he kicked off his four-day visit to the Middle East. A custom-built mobile McDonald’s was brought in for Trump’s arrival in Riyadh on Tuesday — for both the president’s use as well as for the journalists covering the Gulf […]

Events

14 h. ago I Squared Capital and PIF Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Launch Dedicated Middle East Infrastructure Fund

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia & MIAMI — I Squared Capital, a leading independent global infrastructure investment manager, and PIF have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a dedicated infrastructure investment strategy focused on the Middle East. This strategic collaboration aims to accelerate investment into key infrastructure sectors across the region, promote foreign direct […]

Economics

16 h. ago Trump tells Gulf leaders Iran must cease support of proxy groups as part of nuclear deal

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — President Donald Trump told Gulf leaders on Wednesday he urgently wants “to make a deal” with Iran to wind down its nuclear program but Tehran must end its support of proxy groups throughout the region as part of any potential agreement. Iran “must stop sponsoring terror, halt its bloody proxy wars […]

Politics

16 h. ago British banking analyst jailed 10 years in Saudi Arabia over ’unknown tweet’

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A British Bank of America analyst has been sentenced to a decade in a Saudi Arabian prison apparently over a since-deleted social media post, according to his lawyer. The family of Ahmed al-Doush, 41, believes the charges against him stemmed from a deleted 2018 tweet about Sudan that did not […]

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36 h. ago Trump to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria, wishes new government ‘good luck’

Trump was set to meet Wednesday in Saudi Arabia with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the onetime insurgent who last year led the overthrow of former leader Bashar Assad.

Politics

37 h. ago AWS and HUMAIN Announce Groundbreaking AI Zone to Accelerate AI Adoption in Saudi Arabia and Globally

More than $5 billion joint investment in AI infrastructure, AWS services, and AI training and talent development will advance Saudi Arabia’s mission to be a global leader in AI RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), and HUMAIN, Saudi Arabia’s newly created company responsible for driving AI […]

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38 h. ago US Says It Won $600 Billion in Investments From Saudi Arabia

US President Donald Trump has secured $600 billion in investment commitments during a summit in Saudi Arabia, according to the White House, a key focus of his first scheduled foreign trip since returning to office.

Economics

44 h. ago Ink Innovation and Riyadh Air Partner to Rethink Experience for Digital

ALICANTE, Spain — Riyadh Air, the digitally native national carrier of Saudi Arabia, is joining forces with Ink Innovation to deliver a flexible and convenient air travel experience. Together, they aim to redefine standards of delivery management in a world influenced by e-commerce, cloud computing, and evolving traveller expectations. “We are developing a platform […]

Culture

3 d. ago Trump reportedly set to accept jet from Qatar’s ruling family for possible use as Air Force One

The gift is expected to be announced when Trump visits Qatar as part of a trip that also includes stops in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Transport

7 d. ago UK Wealth Fund Pledges £600 Million to Iberdrola to Upgrade Grid

The UK’s National Wealth Fund, along with other investors, is investing more than £600 million ($797 million) as part of a broader funding plan for the country’s grid to fortify infrastructure needed for the clean-energy transition.

Economics

8 d. ago Trump plans to announce the U.S. will call the Persian Gulf the Arabian Gulf: Officials

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump plans to announce while on his trip to Saudi Arabia next week that the U.S. will now refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf or the Gulf of Arabia, two U.S. officials told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Arab nations have pushed for a change to the […]

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8 d. ago Kazakhstan Weighs Options to Fulfill Its OPEC+ Cut Obligations

Kazakhstan is considering its options for complying with the country’s OPEC+ obligations to cut production, after Saudi Arabia doubled down on its efforts to bring quota-cheats in line over the weekend.

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1 week ago US gives initial approval for $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia before Trump’s planned visit

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States has given initial approval to sell $3.5 billion worth of air-to-air missiles for Saudi Arabia’s fighter jets, the latest proposed arms deal for the region ahead of President Donald Trump ‘s planned trip to the region later this month. The sale, announced early Saturday, likely will […]

Economics

1 week ago IMF Cuts Growth Outlook for Gulf Oil Producers After Price Slump

The International Monetary Fund downgraded its growth forecasts for oil exporting countries in the Middle East and North Africa, including Saudi Arabia and Iraq, citing escalating global trade tensions and lower energy prices.

Economics

2 w. ago Dubai Data Center Leader Plans Saudi Push After Silver Lake Deal

Khazna, a data center developer in the United Arab Emirates, is planning a major expansion in neighboring Saudi Arabia as the oil-rich nations compete to power the artificial intelligence boom.

Politics

2 w. ago Saudi Arabia and Qatar to pay back Syria’s debt to the World Bank

BEIRUT (AP) — Saudi Arabia and Qatar said Sunday they will pay Syria’s outstanding debt to the World Bank, a move likely to make the international institution resume its support to the war-torn country. A joint statement by the finance ministries of Saudi and Qatar said the decision to pay Syria’s nearly $15 million debt […]

Economics

3 w. ago China Oil Firm United Energy Gets Private Loan From Arab Energy

Saudi Arabia-headquartered investment firm The Arab Energy Fund has agreed to provide a $100 million private loan to Chinese oil company United Energy Group Ltd., according to a person familiar with the matter.

Economics

3 w. ago India’s Modi to Meet Saudi Crown Prince in Push for Closer Ties

Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi is set to kick off a two-day trip to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he seeks to deepen ties with the major oil exporter and OPEC+ leader at a time of mounting global trade uncertainty.

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