SUSTG.com / Research
Discover stories, topics, and more about Saudi Arebia faster.
We can't find results matching your search.
Adjust your search and try again or browse topics and stories below.
Recent stories from sustg
-
Aging Population, Pension System May Pressure Saudi Fiscal Policy, S&P Says
Saudi Arabia’s population could put greater pressure on the Kingdom’s fiscal policy and increase government debt as it ages over the next three decades, ratings agency Standard & Poor’s has warned. Saudi Arabia’s population is disproportionately young now, with over 70% of all Saudis under 30 years old. But even the smaller percentage of the population […]
-
Millions Worldwide Celebrate Eid Al-Fitr, End of the holy month of Ramadan
Millions of Muslims worldwide celebrated the festival at the end of the holy month of Ramadan on Wednesday as the three-day Eid al-Fitr festival began. Eid al-Fitr festival traditionally means family gatherings and the exchange of gifts and a feast after a month of fasting from dawn until dusk. Despite two deadly terrorist attacks in […]
-
‘Very Good News’ for Saudi Real Estate as Kingdom Gets Boost in Transparency Ranking, Citing Chambers of Commerce
JLL and LaSalle Investment Management’s 2016 Global Real Estate Transparency Index (GRETI) has increased Saudi Arabia’s standing to “Semi-Transparent” after recent efforts by the Chambers of Commerce in Saudi Arabia. “The formation of real estate committees in the Chambers of Commerce has highlighted the issue of low transparency in the market and encouraged more action […]
-
First Ever Direct Crude to Chemicals Plant “One Step Closer” for Aramco, SABIC
State-owned Saudi oil giant Aramco and diversified chemicals company SABIC are “one step closer” to being the first ever to use crude oil directly, rather than using refined products such as naphtha or ethane gas as feedstock, to create chemicals, according to reports and announcements by the companies on Saudi Arabia’s stock exchange. The achievement […]
-
Mohammed Bin Salman Departs U.S. for France, Sends Cable Thanking U.S. and Obama for Hospitality
Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent a cable of thanks to US President Barack Obama on Sunday as he concluded his visit to the United States. “I am pleased as I am leaving your friendly country after the end of my official visit to extend to Your Excellency my deep thanks for the […]
-
Deputy Crown Prince, Delegation Meet with Ban Ki Moon at the United Nations
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and an eight-member delegation arrived at the U.N. yesterday for meetings with the Secretary General, Ban Ki Moon. The Prince and his delegation reportedly discussed Mr. Ban’s decision to cite the Saudi-led military coalition in the Yemen conflict for violating the rights of children. According to the New York Times, Prince Mohammed […]
-
Concluding Trip to Silicon Valley, Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Delegation Ink MOU with Microsoft
Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Satya Narayana Nadella, chief executive officer of Microsoft, at the company’s Silicon Valley offices in San Francisco on Tuesday and signed two deals with the IT giant, according to reports. The first MOU between Saudi Arabia and Microsoft “will train young Saudis and will support Saudi Arabia […]
-
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Meets with President Obama, Receives Praise for “Vision 2030”
Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with President Obama on Friday at the White House to discuss regional and economic issues with the President, Vice President and other members of Obama’s cabinet. The President “commended” Prince Mohammed’s “Vision 2030” plans to reform Saudi Arabia’s economy and society, according to a readout. “The […]
-
Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Receives Praise on Capitol Hill in Washington for Ambitious Economic Reforms
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited congressional leaders in Washington on Wednesday to discuss diplomatic and regional issues and talk about Saudi Arabia’s new economic reforms. Prince Mohammed met with Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) along with the Senate Armed Services Committee, including Sen. John McCain (R-Arizona) and Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) as well as […]
-
State Department Readout of Secretary Kerry’s Dinner with Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Secretary Kerry hosted Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on June 13 for an iftar dinner in recognition of the Deputy Crown Prince’s visit to the United States. “The two reviewed the strong and enduring relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia and discussed a broad range of regional issues, including Yemen, Syria, Libya, […]
- 10 of 2915 results<< 1 … 180 181 182 183 184 … 292 >>
MUST-READS
-
Saudi companies to make parts for Lockheed’s THAAD defense system
U.S. weapons maker Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) has signed agreements for Saudi Arabian companies to manufacture parts of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, the company said on Monday. These sub-contracts will enhance manufacturing capabilities in Saudi Arabia and transfer expertise to strengthen the country’s defence industry, Lockheed said in a statement. State-owned Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) signed 11 agreements at the Saudi defence show in Riyadh, according to the country's state news agency. The contracts come at time of rising tension in the region as some shipping companies suspended transit along the busy Red Sea route to avoid being attacked by Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi group.
-
Saudi Air Defenses Down Six Houthi Ballistic Missiles In 48 Sec
A Saudi Patriot battery shot down six Houthi ballistic missiles in 48 sec. in a dramatic illustration of the rapid advancements the country's armed forces have made. The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) 290th Patriot unit was protecting the city of Jazan near the Yemeni border on Aug. 26, 2019, when Houthis fired a swarm of ballistic missiles that threatened civilian areas. In an engagement which has now become legendary within the service, according to officials, battery commanders launched an undisclosed number of Patriots to intercept the incoming missiles, with one missile being launched every six seconds.
-
Saudi Arabia pushes for US defense pact as 2024 presidential election looms
Saudi Arabia may be willing to accept a non-binding commitment from Israel to create a Palestinian state in its push to get a defense pact with the United States ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Saudi Arabia had been heading toward normalizing relations with Israel and recognizing the country for the first time thanks to U.S.-led diplomacy. But those efforts were shelved in October after Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks on Israel, and Israel’s subsequent counter-offensive that enraged the Arab world.
-
Airbus in Talks With Saudi Arabia for Air Tanker Order
Airbus SE said it’s in talks to sell Saudi Arabia more A330 tanker military planes as the nation looks to boost its air force capabilities. The country is also considering purchasing the A400M military transport aircraft, according to Jean-Brice Dumont, head of Air Power at Airbus. “We know there is an interest in the A400M, and we will address it with the Saudi Air Force and the Ministry of Defense,” Dumont said in an interview on the sidelines of the World Defense Show that is taking place in Riyadh.
-
South Korea, Saudi Arabia sign agreement on defense cooperation
South Korea and Saudi Arabia on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding to expand defence cooperation, Seoul's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) said, as Seoul looks to ink further arms sales in the region. The agreement will see the two establish a joint committee to form a working group for weapons systems research and development as well as production to continue cooperation in defence, DAPA said in a press release on Monday.
-
Ronaldo-less Al Nassr beats Messi’s Inter Miami 6-0 in Saudi Arabia
Lionel Messi came on as an 83rd-minute substitute but could do nothing to stop Inter Miami suffering a 6-0 drubbing by an Al Nassr team without Cristiano Ronaldo in Riyadh on Thursday. The match, billed as possibly the last chance for the multiple Ballon D’Or winners to face each other on the pitch, was part of a friendly tournament also involving Brazilian Neymar’s Al Hilal, the Saudi Pro League leaders.
-
Watch: Saudi Arabia’s Cool Crew Give You a Glimpse of Hai Vogue in Al Balad
It’s almost time for Hai Vogue, where Vogue Arabia will take over Jeddah’s picturesque UNESCO heritage site — Al Balad — for a two-day block party. And the best part? It’s open to the public, so get ready to celebrate the best food, culture, fashion, and celebrities the region has to offer. As we gear up for the one-of-a-kind event, a selection of Saudi Arabia’s coolest names — from actor Sarah Taibah and designer duo Alia and Abeer Oraif, to Olympic rower Husein Alireza and beyond — take you on a tour through Hai Vogue‘s venue.
-
McKinsey and BCG accused of withholding information on ties with Saudi Arabia
Four consulting firms, including McKinsey and BCG, have been accused of failing to comply with a US congressional subpoena of documents related to their work with Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund. The chief executives of the firms, which also include Teneo and the deal advisory business led by Michael Klein, have been summoned to explain themselves at a Senate committee hearing next week, as lawmakers step up a probe into Saudi Arabia’s use of “soft power” in the US. The inquiry began as a result of an agreement by the Saudi Public Investment Fund to take a stake in golf’s US-based PGA Tour, but has grown into a broader examination of the PIF’s investments in the US.
-
Saudi project win caps record year
US-based project management firm Hill International ended 2023 on a high with a major contract win in Saudi Arabia. In a joint venture with Italy’s Italferr and Spain’s Sener, the firm was awarded the contract to provide project management services for the Saudi Landbridge. The estimated $7bn railway project will connect the east and west coasts of the kingdom and is one of the region’s largest infrastructure schemes. For Hill International’s CEO Raouf Ghali (pictured), the award confirms Saudi Arabia’s position as one of the world’s most important and exciting construction markets.
-
Saudi’s PIF sets up new company to manufacture robotic systems and heavy machinery
Alat will focus on manufacturing products for domestic and international markets within seven business units, the PIF said in a statement on Thursday. These include advanced industries and semiconductors, as well as smart appliances, health, devices and buildings, as well as next generation infrastructure. It will manufacture more than 30 product categories including robotic systems, communication systems, advanced computers and digital entertainment products, as well as advanced heavy machinery used in construction, building and mining. The company, chaired by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aims to create 39,000 direct jobs in Saudi Arabia and achieve a direct non-oil gross domestic product contribution of $9.3 billion by 2030.
- 10 of 57784 results<< 1 … 181 182 183 … 5,779 >>