Analysis

Kingdom Launches ‘Alat’, A New Effort to Transform Saudi int Electronics and Advanced Industries Hub

• SUSTG Team
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• 2. 2. 2024

Alat will "focus on manufacturing products that serve local and international markets within seven key strategic business units: advanced industries, semiconductors, smart appliances, smart health, smart devices, smart buildings, and next generation infrastructure," according to the SPA.

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  Saudi Arabia’s non-oil sector grew 4.6 percent in 2023 – Reports

  SUSTG Team  |  2. 1. 2024

  Saudi Arabia’s non-oil sector grew at a strong rate, a positive sign for the Saudi government's Vision 2030 economic and social reform drive that puts diversification of the economy away from oil as a top goal.

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  Report: Saudis Resume US Defense Talks After Pause From Israel-Hamas War

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 31. 2024

  The discussions took place in Alula between de-facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and

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  The PIF’s biggest event of the year in Riyadh, the latest on the Saudi peace plan, and alcohol in Saudi Arabia? — The 966 Episode 120

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 30. 2024

  In episode 120, The 966 once again has on offer a menu of excellence discussing some of the most important topics happening in Saudi Arabia this week -- a tough decision for the editorial team as Saudi Arabia continues to create headlines as it marches forward with economic and social reforms.

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  Saudi Arabia’s New Luxury Train Experience through Kingdom’s Desert Set to Add to Tourism Portfolio

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 29. 2024

  According to Saudi-Arabia’s State run media, the new train is due to begin operations in late 2025, and will be dubbed "Dream of the Desert."

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  Report: China, Eying Increased Influence in the Middle East, Presses Iran to Rein in Houthi Attacks in Red Sea – Reuters

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 26. 2024

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  Zardun at NEOM the Latest Tourism Offering from Futuristic Giga-Project

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 25. 2024

  Saudi Arabia's NEOM recently announced the launch of another tourism destination, called Zardun, which bills itself as a luxury ecotourism area and "exclusive sanctuary resort."

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  Saudi Arabia is Set to Open the Country’s First Liquor Store in Major Shift

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 24. 2024

  Saudi Arabia is set to open the country's first liquor store, catering exclusively to diplomats, breaking with decades of strict alcohol prohibition in the kingdom and creating a pathway for greater access to alcohol for non-Muslims in the near future, Reuters reports.

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  Saudi Real Estate Prices to Rise 25-40%, Premium Residency a Unique Opportunity – Al Rahji Executive

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 23. 2024

  A Sales Director at Al Rajhi Investment Co. said real estate prices in Saudi Arabia are likely to rise by 25% to 40% in the coming period, Asharq News reported.

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  A new slogan for Saudi Arabia? Taking stock of the Saudi Pro League, and much more – The 966 Episode 119

  SUSTG Team  |  1. 22. 2024

  In Episode 119, The 966 hosts Lucien and Richard discuss a variety of topics and some of the latest news and developments on Saudi Arabia.