RIYADH — Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Tourism Authority Ahmed Al-Khateeb launched the Saudi Winter 2025 program in Riyadh on Sunday. The ceremony was attended by officials of more than 120 private sector (...)
WASHINGTON — Governor of the Public Investment Fund said Saudi Arabia's economic transformation "could be greater" than what China achieved in the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s, as the sovereign investor leans on a "really good filtration process" to (...)
ALULA — The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced plans to launch its first training program focusing on intercultural dialogue. The program targets professionals working in museums and heritage site (...)
ALULA — The AlUla governorate has achieved a new international milestone, showcasing the clarity of its skies, after a sky photograph taken in the governorate was selected by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as the (...)
Hidden among sandstone cliffs and swept beneath centuries of silence, lies the story of a kingdom that shaped ancient Arabia. National Geographic's latest documentary, 'Lost Treasures of Arabia: The Nabataean Kingdom', invites audiences to (...)
RIYADH — Britain's newly appointed ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Stephen Hitchen, said his country is eager to learn from the Kingdom's rapid development and the way it combines modern technologies with deep-rooted traditions.
In a video message (...)
RIYADH — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has announced the birth of two Nubian ibexes, marking a milestone in its wildlife rehabilitation program and a major step toward restoring native species in the Kingdom.
The births are part of a (...)
DHAHRAN — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has announced the open call for the 7th edition of the Ithra Art Prize, one of the world's most generous grants for contemporary artists from the Arab world.
With a top award of $100,000 (...)
Saudi filmmaker Shahad Ameen's highly anticipated second feature Hijra has been officially selected to screen in the Spotlight Competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, taking place from August 27 to September 6, 2025.
The (...)
OSAKA — The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority, hosted the Wonders of Arabia Exhibition, welcoming more than 64,500 visitors during the seven-day event.
Curated by the Saudi Tourism Authority, (...)
Culture is a fundamental pillar for understanding the history and identity of peoples. Those who trace the roots of Saudi Arabia's interest in history and culture will find that the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, is (...)
RIYADH — The number of visitors to heritage and historical sites across Saudi Arabia during the year 2024 reached approximately 6.5 million, according to the Ministry of Culture. This is a significant indicator of the growing interest among the (...)
ALULA — AlUla continues to establish itself as one of the premier summer destinations for photography enthusiasts and astronomy lovers. With its unparalleled landscapes and clear skies free from light pollution, it offers an ideal setting for lenses (...)
RIYADH — The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) on Monday issued its monthly report on the punctuality and performance of airports and national carriers during the last month of May. This is based on flights departing or arriving within 15 (...)
NEW YORK — The prestigious Didier Aaron Gallery in New York City, in coordination with the Consulate General of Saudi Arabia in New York, is hosting an art exhibition by renowned French architect Jean-Pierre Heim.
The exhibition highlights the (...)
ALULA — Overlooking the northern part of Madinah, Hadiya Castle stands from a high vantage point between Wadi al-Tabaq and Wadi Khaybar. It embodies a rich historical legacy that tells the story of centuries of pilgrims and traders traveling from (...)
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's media sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, emerging as a key driver of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 ambitions and offering a rapidly expanding platform for investment and innovation.
Backed by robust policy support, (...)
RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, who is also chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, and U.S. President Donald Trump co-chaired the Saudi-U.S. Summit at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on (...)
MUNICH — Saudi Arabia will host the Munich Security Conference (MSC) leaders' meeting in AlUla during the fourth quarter of 2025, further cementing its role as a key platform for international dialogue on security and political affairs.
The (...)
WASHINGTON — Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, and World Bank Group President Ajay Banga issued a joint statement on Syria during the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the International (...)
JEDDAH —The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued its monthly report on the compliance of airports and national carriers with flight times for the month of March 2025, based on the status of a flight departing or arriving within a period (...)
Saudi Arabia is undergoing a transformation unlike any other, redefining its role on the global stage. The Kingdom is emerging as a major sports hub, investing in artificial intelligence to become a leader in the field, and boldly reimagining urban (...)
ALULA — AlUla has joined the IMD World Smart Cities Index 2025, issued by the International Institute for Management Development, alongside five other Saudi cities that have already joined the index: Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al (...)
ALULA — The Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has appointed Abeer Al Akel as the Chief Executive Officer of the commission, following a decision issued by the board on Friday.
Al Akel had been serving as acting CEO of the (...)
ALULA — AlUla is renowned for its diverse agricultural crops, which play a significant role in enriching iftar and suhoor meals during the holy month of Ramadan.
The region's unique natural environment provides fresh, high-quality produce that (...)
