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  • China’s limits as a diplomatic powerhouse

    The spat between Iran and Pakistan earlier this year—a clash which saw armed cross-border operations by both sides—raises questions about China's potential role as a regional peace broker. Despite attempts to get involved, Beijing remained largely on the sidelines as Islamabad and Tehran de-escalated the situation on their own. This was surprising to many who had anticipated that China might emerge as the region’s next diplomatic heavyweight following its hosting of successful Iranian-Saudi normalization talks in Mar. 2023. As tensions brew in the Red Sea, Beijing’s credibility as a mediator has once again been put to the test.

  • A two-state solution is the only way for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel: Diplomat

    The top Saudi diplomat, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, has constantly stressed the importance of taking irreversible steps to implement the two-state solution and to recognize the state of Palestine based on the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. During his State of the Union address on Thursday night, US President Joe Biden repeated previous comments that the only way for Israel to guarantee its security was through a two-state solution. He added: “There is no other path that guarantees peace between Israel and all of its Arab neighbors, including Saudi Arabia.”

  • Veteran Saudi diplomat warns of consequences of Israel’s Gaza war, regional spillover risk

    “We hope that a ceasefire will take place in Gaza. Ramadan is coming. And the brutality that we have seen will not make anyone happy, any human being happy, especially in the Muslim world.” Asked about the risks of a regional spillover, he said the war was already contributing to tensions in the north of Israel and in the south of Lebanon. “There’s tit-for-tat ongoing between Hezbollah and Israel.”

  • Iran’s Switch to Highly Sought Civil Nuclear Fuel Seen as a Ploy

    Iran’s decision to reduce its stockpile of near bomb-grade uranium in favor of producing a specialized fuel for advanced civil nuclear reactors may be a negotiating tactic, according to western officials. Under most circumstances, a move by Tehran to scale back its inventory of highly-enriched uranium would be welcomed by diplomats at the International Atomic Energy Agency, who gather for their quarterly meeting on March 4 in Vienna. But escalating tensions in the Middle East — including military clashes between US and Iranian proxy groups — has raised suspicions about what’s really happening in the Islamic Republic.

  • Saudi jobs: 77% of bosses plan pay rises, work-from-home trend fading, employees to switch roles for better benefits and training

    Bosses in Saudi Arabia are planning pay rises, new hires and calling workers back to offices this year, according to the Hays Middle East Salary Guide for the Kingdom. The guide provides comprehensive salary data for more than 200 roles across 11 professions, with the latest labour market trends based on expert insights and the analysis of a survey of 400 employers and working professionals. Among the findings are the 77 per cent of employers expecting to offer salary increases this year and almost a third of workers admitting they could change jobs due to lack of career development opportunities.

  • Explore Diriyah: Unveiling the history and heritage of the first Saudi state

    Diriyah's unique architecture, unlike anything seen before in the peninsula, stands as a testament to its artistic prowess. Sturdy mud-brick structures, showcasing both engineering skill and aesthetic beauty, have withstood centuries, offering a glimpse into the city's advanced craftsmanship.

  • Saudi Arabia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (PIF) to Deploy $70 Billion a Year

    The Public Investment Fund, or PIF, currently puts $40 billion to $50 billion of capital to work on an annual basis, and that’s set to increase after 2025, the fund’s governor, Yasir Bin Othman Al-Rumayyan, said Thursday at the FII Priority conference in Miami.

  • PRESSR: ACT treasury briefing in Saudi Arabia explores cutting-edge financing strategies

    The Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT), is set to present its treasury briefing on 26th February 2024 at Al Waha Crowne Plaza, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The briefing will address the effective management of working capital cycles and the strategic use of diverse financing solutions to optimize

  • Employees in Saudi Arabia to enjoy a long weekend marking Kingdom’s Founding Day

    Employees in Saudi Arabia will get to enjoy an extended weekend next week as the Kingdom marks its third Founding Day holiday on Thursday, February 22. Saudi citizens and residents will therefore enjoy a three-day weekend, as the Kingdom’s weekend spans from Friday to Saturday.

  • Employees in Saudi Arabia to enjoy a long weekend marking Kingdom’s Founding Day

    Employees in Saudi Arabia will get to enjoy an extended weekend next week as the Kingdom marks its third Founding Day holiday on Thursday, February 22. Saudi citizens and residents will therefore enjoy a three-day weekend, as the Kingdom’s weekend spans from Friday to Saturday.