Saudi Arabia

Country Saudi Arabia
Capital Riyadh
Continent Asia
Currency Saudi Riyal(SAR)
Languages Arabic

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Introduction

Saudi Arabia is the birthplace of Islam and home to Islam's two holiest shrines in Mecca and Medina. The king's official title is the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. The modern Saudi state was founded in 1932 by ABD AL-AZIZ bin Abd al-Rahman Al SAUD (Ibn Saud) after a 30-year campaign to unify most of the Arabian Peninsula. A male descendent of Ibn Saud, his son ABDALLAH bin Abd al-Aziz, rules the country today as required by the country's 1992 Basic Law. Following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990, Saudi Arabia accepted the Kuwaiti royal family and 400,000 refugees while allowing Western and Arab troops to deploy on its soil for the liberation of Kuwait the following year. The continuing presence of foreign troops on Saudi soil after the liberation of Kuwait became a source of tension between the royal family and the public until all operational US troops left the country in 2003. Major terrorist attacks in May and November 2003 spurred a strong on-going campaign against domestic terrorism and extremism. King ABDALLAH has continued the cautious reform program begun when he was crown prince. To promote increased political participation, the government held elections nationwide from February through April 2005 for half the members of 179 municipal councils. In December 2005, King ABDALLAH completed the process by appointing the remaining members of the advisory municipal councils. The king instituted an Inter-Faith Dialogue initiative in 2008 to encourage religious tolerance on a global level; in February 2009, he reshuffled the cabinet, which led to more moderates holding ministerial and judicial positions, and appointed the first female to the cabinet. The country remains a leading producer of oil and natural gas and holds more than 20% of the world's proven oil reserves. The government continues to pursue economic reform and diversification, particularly since Saudi Arabia's accession to the WTO in December 2005, and promotes foreign investment in the kingdom. A burgeoning population, aquifer depletion, and an economy largely dependent on petroleum output and prices are all ongoing governmental concerns.

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Saudi Arabia - CIA World Fact Book
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Documentary highlights Al-Arma Mountains’ environmental heritage - Arab NewsDocumentary highlights Al-Arma Mountains’ environmental heritage  Arab News

WrestleMania 43 heading overseas as WWE prepares for groundbreaking Saudi Arabia spectacle in 2027 - The Times of IndiaWrestleMania 43 heading overseas as WWE prepares for groundbreaking Saudi Arabia spectacle in 2027  The Times of India

Historic First! Wrestlemania 43 To Be Held Outside US, Canada As Saudi Arabia Gears Up For Spectacle - News18Historic First! Wrestlemania 43 To Be Held Outside US, Canada As Saudi Arabia Gears Up For Spectacle  News18

Is WWE WrestleMania 43 Going to Saudi Arabia? Here’s Everything You Need to Know - Trade BrainsIs WWE WrestleMania 43 Going to Saudi Arabia? Here’s Everything You Need to Know  Trade Brains

Saudi Arabia’s FII Summit Heads to Tokyo in Latest Sign of Deepening Asia Ties - Bloomberg.comSaudi Arabia’s FII Summit Heads to Tokyo in Latest Sign of Deepening Asia Ties  Bloomberg.com

Leaders from UAE, Jordan and Saudi Arabia heading to Qatar - The Times of IsraelLeaders from UAE, Jordan and Saudi Arabia heading to Qatar  The Times of Israel

Macquarie seeks to set up base in Saudi Arabia after preliminary deal with PIF - ReutersMacquarie seeks to set up base in Saudi Arabia after preliminary deal with PIF  Reuters

From Saudi Arabaia to Turkey: Top 10 largest airport in the world 2025 - WIONFrom Saudi Arabaia to Turkey: Top 10 largest airport in the world 2025  WION

Gulf markets dip amid rising geopolitical tensions; Saudi Arabia and UAE stocks fall the most - The Times of IndiaGulf markets dip amid rising geopolitical tensions; Saudi Arabia and UAE stocks fall the most  The Times of India

Saudi Arabia launches challenge for local chefs to upgrade Hajj and umrah pilgrim meals - The Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia launches challenge for local chefs to upgrade Hajj and umrah pilgrim meals  The Times of India

India Launches SAJEX 2025 in Jeddah to Strengthen Jewellery Trade with Saudi Arabia - NewsonairIndia Launches SAJEX 2025 in Jeddah to Strengthen Jewellery Trade with Saudi Arabia  Newsonair

8 New Restaurants In Saudi Arabia To Add To Your Must-Try List This September - Curly Tales8 New Restaurants In Saudi Arabia To Add To Your Must-Try List This September  Curly Tales

The Deep dive: digital apps overtake cash for remittances in Saudi Arabia - IBS IntelligenceThe Deep dive: digital apps overtake cash for remittances in Saudi Arabia  IBS Intelligence

Is WWE Wrestlemania really heading to Saudi Arabia? First time outside North America in its 43-year histor - The Economic TimesIs WWE Wrestlemania really heading to Saudi Arabia? First time outside North America in its 43-year histor  The Economic Times

CBI arrests Bijnor man for murder in Saudi Arabia in 1999 - The HinduCBI arrests Bijnor man for murder in Saudi Arabia in 1999  The Hindu

Saudi crude oil supply to China set to surge in October, trade sources say - ReutersSaudi crude oil supply to China set to surge in October, trade sources say  Reuters

Stargate Hydrogen signs MoU with Saudi R&D authority to accelerate green hydrogen - Hydrogen EuropeStargate Hydrogen signs MoU with Saudi R&D authority to accelerate green hydrogen  Hydrogen Europe

Stargate Hydrogen and RDI Partner for Green Hydrogen in Saudi Arabia - Fuel Cells WorksStargate Hydrogen and RDI Partner for Green Hydrogen in Saudi Arabia  Fuel Cells Works

Saudi Arabia continues move into cricket with launch of F2 Double Wicket World Cup and World Cricket Festival - WisdenSaudi Arabia continues move into cricket with launch of F2 Double Wicket World Cup and World Cricket Festival  Wisden

Saudi Arabia: Migrant Workers Unpaid for Months - Human Rights WatchSaudi Arabia: Migrant Workers Unpaid for Months  Human Rights Watch

South Korea targets Saudi Arabia for K-food export growth - foodnavigator-asia.comSouth Korea targets Saudi Arabia for K-food export growth  foodnavigator-asia.com

Saudi National Day 2025: Kingdom to celebrate 95 years, will there be an official holiday? - The Times of IndiaSaudi National Day 2025: Kingdom to celebrate 95 years, will there be an official holiday?  The Times of India

Saudi Arabia: AMAALA To Become The World’s Most Exclusive Year-Round Yachting Destination - Curly TalesSaudi Arabia: AMAALA To Become The World’s Most Exclusive Year-Round Yachting Destination  Curly Tales

Ways the Saudi Pro League is boosting global football appeal - The Times of IndiaWays the Saudi Pro League is boosting global football appeal  The Times of India

Saudi Arabia's Oil Aid: A Lifeline for Post-War Syria - DevdiscourseSaudi Arabia's Oil Aid: A Lifeline for Post-War Syria  Devdiscourse

Air Charter Service lands in Riyadh with office in Saudi Arabia - Private Jet Card ComparisonsAir Charter Service lands in Riyadh with office in Saudi Arabia  Private Jet Card Comparisons

EPCH pavilion inaugurated at “Index Saudi Arabia”-2025 - Daily ExcelsiorEPCH pavilion inaugurated at “Index Saudi Arabia”-2025  Daily Excelsior

Why WWE WrestleMania 43 Will Reportedly Be Held In Saudi Arabia - Sports IllustratedWhy WWE WrestleMania 43 Will Reportedly Be Held In Saudi Arabia  Sports Illustrated

Saudi Arabia’s state security anounces military jobs for men in intelligence sector: Eligibility and how - The Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia’s state security anounces military jobs for men in intelligence sector: Eligibility and how  The Times of India

Qatar Airways, Flydubai, and Saudia Expand Connectivity to Saudi Arabia’s Luxury Coastline With Air Network Developments at the Red Sea International Airport - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Airways, Flydubai, and Saudia Expand Connectivity to Saudi Arabia’s Luxury Coastline With Air Network Developments at the Red Sea International Airport  Travel And Tour World

Shimmering Synergy: India and Saudi Arabia Unite at SAJEX 2023 - DevdiscourseShimmering Synergy: India and Saudi Arabia Unite at SAJEX 2023  Devdiscourse

Saudi Arabia’s small-town brands go national - Financial TimesSaudi Arabia’s small-town brands go national  Financial Times

Saudi Arabia launch World Cricket Festival and F2 Double Wicket WC | Tap to know more | Inshorts - InshortsSaudi Arabia launch World Cricket Festival and F2 Double Wicket WC | Tap to know more | Inshorts  Inshorts

Saudi Arabia Offers Deeper Crude Discounts to Asian Buyers - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comSaudi Arabia Offers Deeper Crude Discounts to Asian Buyers  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

WrestleMania 43 to take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027 | Tap to know more | Inshorts - InshortsWrestleMania 43 to take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027 | Tap to know more | Inshorts  Inshorts

Saudi Arabia Medical Ceramic Market to Reach US$ 340 Million by 2033 - VocalSaudi Arabia Medical Ceramic Market to Reach US$ 340 Million by 2033  Vocal

Saudi Arabia and Kuwait accelerate Dorra gas field development - MEEDSaudi Arabia and Kuwait accelerate Dorra gas field development  MEED

WWE’s Saudi Arabia WrestleMania Announcement Is Imminent - SEScoopsWWE’s Saudi Arabia WrestleMania Announcement Is Imminent  SEScoops

Saudi Arabia to gift Syria 1.65mn barrels of crude oil - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceSaudi Arabia to gift Syria 1.65mn barrels of crude oil  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

9/11 families say this US ally helped the hijackers. They're suing to know the truth. - USA Today9/11 families say this US ally helped the hijackers. They're suing to know the truth.  USA Today

Saudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65 million barrels of crude oil - thenationalnews.comSaudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65 million barrels of crude oil  thenationalnews.com

Air Charter Service opens first office in Saudi Arabia, and 39th globally - Cargo Airports & Airline ServicesAir Charter Service opens first office in Saudi Arabia, and 39th globally  Cargo Airports & Airline Services

Why top European stars are choosing Saudi Pro League over Europe - The Times of IndiaWhy top European stars are choosing Saudi Pro League over Europe  The Times of India

APEX EXPO 2025: flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway on Building a New Future in Saudi Arabia - apex.aeroAPEX EXPO 2025: flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway on Building a New Future in Saudi Arabia  apex.aero

Saudi Arabia Insulation Market: Key Trends & Growth 2025-2033 - VocalSaudi Arabia Insulation Market: Key Trends & Growth 2025-2033  Vocal

Ubisoft's deal with Saudi Arabia over free Assassin's Creed Mirage DLC has reportedly seen staff pushback - Rock Paper ShotgunUbisoft's deal with Saudi Arabia over free Assassin's Creed Mirage DLC has reportedly seen staff pushback  Rock Paper Shotgun

Saudi Arabia gears up for 95th National Day on Sep 23: Theme “Pride in our nature” announced - DaijiworldSaudi Arabia gears up for 95th National Day on Sep 23: Theme “Pride in our nature” announced  Daijiworld

Saudi Arabia fuels Syria’s reconstruction with 1.65 million barrels crude oil grant - Economy Middle EastSaudi Arabia fuels Syria’s reconstruction with 1.65 million barrels crude oil grant  Economy Middle East

Saudi Arabia issues tenders for two PPP water projects - MEEDSaudi Arabia issues tenders for two PPP water projects  MEED

Goodbye to NEOM — Saudi Arabia unveils biggest Hydrogen City in history with 400,000 tons annually - ECOticias.com El Periódico VerdeGoodbye to NEOM — Saudi Arabia unveils biggest Hydrogen City in history with 400,000 tons annually  ECOticias.com El Periódico Verde

Saudi Arabia Truck Market Dynamics: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Prospects - VocalSaudi Arabia Truck Market Dynamics: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Prospects  Vocal

Digging beyond oil: Saudi Arabia bids to become a hub for energy transition minerals - Climate Home NewsDigging beyond oil: Saudi Arabia bids to become a hub for energy transition minerals  Climate Home News

Empowering the next generation: Free Gemini Pro for students in Saudi Arabia & Egypt - The KeywordEmpowering the next generation: Free Gemini Pro for students in Saudi Arabia & Egypt  The Keyword

Saudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65 mln barrels of crude oil - Latest news from AzerbaijanSaudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65 mln barrels of crude oil  Latest news from Azerbaijan

"It Will Outdo Any Existing Skyscraper": Saudi Arabia's Rise Tower Promises to Redefine Global Urban Architecture Standards - Rude Baguette"It Will Outdo Any Existing Skyscraper": Saudi Arabia's Rise Tower Promises to Redefine Global Urban Architecture Standards  Rude Baguette

GJEPC To Host First Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition 2025 In Jeddah - KNN IndiaGJEPC To Host First Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition 2025 In Jeddah  KNN India

India Showcases Handicraft Heritage at INDEX Saudi Arabia - Asharq Al-awsat - EnglishIndia Showcases Handicraft Heritage at INDEX Saudi Arabia  Asharq Al-awsat - English

Chedi Hospitality expands branded residences portfolio in Saudi Arabia - Travel Daily MediaChedi Hospitality expands branded residences portfolio in Saudi Arabia  Travel Daily Media

WWE WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia is the latest step in the sportswashing campaign - Daily DDTWWE WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia is the latest step in the sportswashing campaign  Daily DDT

Gold price in Saudi Arabia: Rates on September 11 - FXStreetGold price in Saudi Arabia: Rates on September 11  FXStreet

Saudi Arabia, South Africa look at India’s food tech to boost production - The HinduSaudi Arabia, South Africa look at India’s food tech to boost production  The Hindu

Nesma & Partners and Saur group sign MoU to support Saudi Arabia’s water transformation - Construction Week OnlineNesma & Partners and Saur group sign MoU to support Saudi Arabia’s water transformation  Construction Week Online

Cupid buys stake in Saudi Arabia’s luxury fragrance brand Mansam - The Hindu BusinessLineCupid buys stake in Saudi Arabia’s luxury fragrance brand Mansam  The Hindu BusinessLine

Official: Yacine Adli heads to Saudi Arabia - Foot AfricaOfficial: Yacine Adli heads to Saudi Arabia  Foot Africa

Report: Saudi Arabia plans to bring back many retired WWE legends for WrestleMania 43 - Cageside SeatsReport: Saudi Arabia plans to bring back many retired WWE legends for WrestleMania 43  Cageside Seats

Multiple reports say WrestleMania 43 will be in Saudi Arabia - Cageside SeatsMultiple reports say WrestleMania 43 will be in Saudi Arabia  Cageside Seats

Aramco Boosts Borrowing as Lower Oil Prices Hit Saudi Arabia - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comAramco Boosts Borrowing as Lower Oil Prices Hit Saudi Arabia  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

ACS expands into Saudi Arabia with new Riyadh office - Air Cargo NewsACS expands into Saudi Arabia with new Riyadh office  Air Cargo News

Jordan's DawaDose closes pre-seed round, launches Saudi HQ - WamdaJordan's DawaDose closes pre-seed round, launches Saudi HQ  Wamda

Saudi Arabia to launch voluntary pension, savings scheme for expats - Siasat.comSaudi Arabia to launch voluntary pension, savings scheme for expats  Siasat.com

Saudi Arabia launches new visa platform to simplify Umrah travel for foreign pilgrims - The Economic TimesSaudi Arabia launches new visa platform to simplify Umrah travel for foreign pilgrims  The Economic Times

Belize Joins, Mexico, Colombia,Türkiye, Philippines, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, France, And Canada In Alerting Travelers To Security Threats - Travel And Tour WorldBelize Joins, Mexico, Colombia,Türkiye, Philippines, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, France, And Canada In Alerting Travelers To Security Threats  Travel And Tour World

Stargate Hydrogen signs MoU with Saudi Arabia?s Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDI) to accelerate green hydrogen innovation - renewableenergymagazine.comStargate Hydrogen signs MoU with Saudi Arabia?s Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDI) to accelerate green hydrogen innovation  renewableenergymagazine.com

Report: WWE WrestleMania Set for Saudi Arabia in 2027? - Last Word On SportsReport: WWE WrestleMania Set for Saudi Arabia in 2027?  Last Word On Sports

WrestleMania 43 Reportedly Heading to Saudi Arabia in 2027 - Sports IllustratedWrestleMania 43 Reportedly Heading to Saudi Arabia in 2027  Sports Illustrated

Estonia, Saudi Arabia sign key cooperation accord - ZAWYAEstonia, Saudi Arabia sign key cooperation accord  ZAWYA

Saudi Arabia 2026 cast finalised - AFC websiteSaudi Arabia 2026 cast finalised  AFC website

Saudi Arabia To Provide 1.65M Barrels Of Crude Oil To Syria - Forbes Middle EastSaudi Arabia To Provide 1.65M Barrels Of Crude Oil To Syria  Forbes Middle East

Saudi Arabia rejects ‘brutal’ Israeli attack on Qatar, crown prince says - Arab NewsSaudi Arabia rejects ‘brutal’ Israeli attack on Qatar, crown prince says  Arab News

How MBS Transformed Saudi Arabia Over a Decade - Time MagazineHow MBS Transformed Saudi Arabia Over a Decade  Time Magazine

Saudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65mln barrels of crude oil - ZAWYASaudi Arabia provides grant to supply Syria with 1.65mln barrels of crude oil  ZAWYA

Pharma stock jumps on plans to acquire Saudi Arabia based company for business expansion - Trade BrainsPharma stock jumps on plans to acquire Saudi Arabia based company for business expansion  Trade Brains

Saudi Arabia's Vision Invest enters Africa with ARISE IIP investment - MSNSaudi Arabia's Vision Invest enters Africa with ARISE IIP investment  MSN

Suhail star heralds end of summer in Saudi Arabia - Arab NewsSuhail star heralds end of summer in Saudi Arabia  Arab News

Saudi Arabia's Vision Invest makes a $700 million move into Africa - Business Insider AfricaSaudi Arabia's Vision Invest makes a $700 million move into Africa  Business Insider Africa

Ubisoft’s curiously low-key Assassin’s Creed announcement in Saudi Arabia - Game File | Stephen TotiloUbisoft’s curiously low-key Assassin’s Creed announcement in Saudi Arabia  Game File | Stephen Totilo

KSrelief distributes food to 6,197 people in Lebanon and Sudan - Arab NewsKSrelief distributes food to 6,197 people in Lebanon and Sudan  Arab News

Saudi Arabia continues push to attract global contractors - ZAWYASaudi Arabia continues push to attract global contractors  ZAWYA

Saudi Arabia’s Vision Invest strikes $700m deal in Africa - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBISaudi Arabia’s Vision Invest strikes $700m deal in Africa  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Pushing For Certain WWE WrestleMania 43 Matches - Wrestling News CoSaudi Arabia Reportedly Pushing For Certain WWE WrestleMania 43 Matches  Wrestling News Co

Saudi Crown Prince says Gaza belongs to Palestinians, condemns Israel attack on Qatar - Al Arabiya EnglishSaudi Crown Prince says Gaza belongs to Palestinians, condemns Israel attack on Qatar  Al Arabiya English

Creative Women Forum Saudi Arabia 2025 to Unite Global - GlobeNewswireCreative Women Forum Saudi Arabia 2025 to Unite Global  GlobeNewswire

Saudi Arabia's Vision Invest enters Africa with ARISE IIP investment - MSNSaudi Arabia's Vision Invest enters Africa with ARISE IIP investment  MSN

Saudi Arabia and South Africa expand partnership in trade, investment, energy, mining and infrastructure - Economy Middle EastSaudi Arabia and South Africa expand partnership in trade, investment, energy, mining and infrastructure  Economy Middle East

RX launches WTM spotlight with inaugural event in Saudi Arabia - ZAWYARX launches WTM spotlight with inaugural event in Saudi Arabia  ZAWYA

Saudi Arabia LED Lighting Market Trends & Company Analysis - GlobeNewswireSaudi Arabia LED Lighting Market Trends & Company Analysis  GlobeNewswire

Saudi Arabia approves digital ID to allow foreigners to own property ahead of 2026 law - The Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia approves digital ID to allow foreigners to own property ahead of 2026 law  The Times of India

Missoni opens first store in Saudi Arabia - FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business NewsMissoni opens first store in Saudi Arabia  FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business News

Saudi Diriyah company awards $5 billion in contracts amid tourism drive - Gulf NewsSaudi Diriyah company awards $5 billion in contracts amid tourism drive  Gulf News

Ivan Toney not giving up on England future despite risky Saudi Arabia move - Flashscore.comIvan Toney not giving up on England future despite risky Saudi Arabia move  Flashscore.com