Saudi Arabia

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

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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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From 17% to 36%: Female employment in Saudi Arabia surges past Vision 2030 target - Times of IndiaFrom 17% to 36%: Female employment in Saudi Arabia surges past Vision 2030 target  Times of India

Piyush Goyal holds talks with investment minister of Saudi Arabia to boost India-Saudi trade - MintPiyush Goyal holds talks with investment minister of Saudi Arabia to boost India-Saudi trade  Mint

FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers: Saudi Arabia and Qatar gain home advantage for fourth round - SportstarFIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers: Saudi Arabia and Qatar gain home advantage for fourth round  Sportstar

Kluivert's Indonesia to face Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifying - Hindustan TimesKluivert's Indonesia to face Saudi Arabia in World Cup qualifying  Hindustan Times

2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia AFC qualifiers revealed - Al Jazeera2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia AFC qualifiers revealed  Al Jazeera

Political goodwill and ...: Elon Musk's xAI eyeing data centre deal in Saudi Arabia, what makes the region sought-after for infrastructure expansion - Times of IndiaPolitical goodwill and ...: Elon Musk's xAI eyeing data centre deal in Saudi Arabia, what makes the region sought-after for infrastructure expansion  Times of India

XAI in talks to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia: Report - The Indian ExpressXAI in talks to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia: Report  The Indian Express

Musk’s xAI in Talks With Saudi’s Humain on Data Center Deal - BloombergMusk’s xAI in Talks With Saudi’s Humain on Data Center Deal  Bloomberg

India eyes closer cooperation in pharmaceuticals, ceramics with Saudi Arabia - Arab NewsIndia eyes closer cooperation in pharmaceuticals, ceramics with Saudi Arabia  Arab News

Indian engineer arrested in Saudi Arabia over ‘fake degree’ from 30 yrs ago - Siasat.comIndian engineer arrested in Saudi Arabia over ‘fake degree’ from 30 yrs ago  Siasat.com

Russia Strikes Oil Jackpot Beneath Antarctica – Is This End Of Saudi Arabia’s Throne? A Global Energy War Now Looms - Zee NewsRussia Strikes Oil Jackpot Beneath Antarctica – Is This End Of Saudi Arabia’s Throne? A Global Energy War Now Looms  Zee News

Saudi Arabia Faces Decision on Oil Output Cuts After June’s Overproduction - BloombergSaudi Arabia Faces Decision on Oil Output Cuts After June’s Overproduction  Bloomberg

Saudi Arabia plan Earth-shattering €350 million bid for Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior: Report - FirstpostSaudi Arabia plan Earth-shattering €350 million bid for Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior: Report  Firstpost

10 stunning photos from Saudi Arabia that define it as the ultimate travel destination - Times of India10 stunning photos from Saudi Arabia that define it as the ultimate travel destination  Times of India

Zain KSA, Cisco partner to advance AI infra in Saudi Arabia - RCR Wireless NewsZain KSA, Cisco partner to advance AI infra in Saudi Arabia  RCR Wireless News

Saudi Arabia reckons with its costly megaprojects as $500 billion 'The Line' is reviewed - CNBCSaudi Arabia reckons with its costly megaprojects as $500 billion 'The Line' is reviewed  CNBC

Indian fertilizer majors sign deal with Saudi Arabia firm Ma’aden - The HinduIndian fertilizer majors sign deal with Saudi Arabia firm Ma’aden  The Hindu

Saudi Arabia Tempts Real Madrid With a Massive Offer for Vinícius Jr. - beIN SPORTSSaudi Arabia Tempts Real Madrid With a Massive Offer for Vinícius Jr.  beIN SPORTS

Piyush Goyal holds talks with Saudi investment minister to boost India-Saudi trade ties - DD NewsPiyush Goyal holds talks with Saudi investment minister to boost India-Saudi trade ties  DD News

With Less Than a Year Until GTA 6, Rockstar Finally Launches GTA 5 and GTA Online in Saudi Arabia and UAE - IGNWith Less Than a Year Until GTA 6, Rockstar Finally Launches GTA 5 and GTA Online in Saudi Arabia and UAE  IGN

India eyes closer cooperation in pharmaceuticals, ceramics with Saudi Arabia - Arab NewsIndia eyes closer cooperation in pharmaceuticals, ceramics with Saudi Arabia  Arab News

India Signs Long-Term Fertilizer Supply Agreements with Saudi Arabia - News On AIRIndia Signs Long-Term Fertilizer Supply Agreements with Saudi Arabia  News On AIR

Saudi Arabia Taps Consultants to Review Neom’s ‘Line’ Project - BloombergSaudi Arabia Taps Consultants to Review Neom’s ‘Line’ Project  Bloomberg

Saudi Arabia hires consultants to probe feasibility of $500bn ‘The Line’ - Global Construction ReviewSaudi Arabia hires consultants to probe feasibility of $500bn ‘The Line’  Global Construction Review

Pakistani airline blunder sends passenger to Saudi Arabia instead of Karachi - The HinduPakistani airline blunder sends passenger to Saudi Arabia instead of Karachi  The Hindu

Elon Musk’s xAI eyes data center expansion in Saudi Arabia - RCR Wireless NewsElon Musk’s xAI eyes data center expansion in Saudi Arabia  RCR Wireless News

Saudi’s Iran ‘BLUFF’ Caught: Riyadh 'BLOCKS' Tehran’s Drones Headed Towards Tel Aviv During War - Times of IndiaSaudi’s Iran ‘BLUFF’ Caught: Riyadh 'BLOCKS' Tehran’s Drones Headed Towards Tel Aviv During War  Times of India

Umrah made easier: Saudi Arabia allows year-round nonstop entry for GCC visitors - Times of IndiaUmrah made easier: Saudi Arabia allows year-round nonstop entry for GCC visitors  Times of India

New measures to boost the Saudi insurance market - Atlas MagazineNew measures to boost the Saudi insurance market  Atlas Magazine

India secures 5-year DAP fertiliser supply deal with Saudi Arabia amid China curbs - The Economic TimesIndia secures 5-year DAP fertiliser supply deal with Saudi Arabia amid China curbs  The Economic Times

Pakistani man buys ticket to Karachi, wakes up in Saudi Arabia, sues Airline: 'blamed me for the mistake' - MintPakistani man buys ticket to Karachi, wakes up in Saudi Arabia, sues Airline: 'blamed me for the mistake'  Mint

Three Indian firms sign long-term DAP fertilizer supply pact with Saudi's Ma’aden - MintThree Indian firms sign long-term DAP fertilizer supply pact with Saudi's Ma’aden  Mint

Why was GTA V banned for 12 years in UAE and Saudi Arabia? Now rated +21 and approved for release - Times of IndiaWhy was GTA V banned for 12 years in UAE and Saudi Arabia? Now rated +21 and approved for release  Times of India

Saudization explained: What it means for jobs, expats, and employers in Saudi Arabia - Times of IndiaSaudization explained: What it means for jobs, expats, and employers in Saudi Arabia  Times of India

Real Madrid: The jaw-dropping details of Saudi Arabia's historic offer for Vinicius - Foot AfricaReal Madrid: The jaw-dropping details of Saudi Arabia's historic offer for Vinicius  Foot Africa

XAI in talks to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, Bloomberg News reports - ReutersXAI in talks to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, Bloomberg News reports  Reuters

Archaeologists Found 115,000-Year-Old Human Footprints Where They Shouldn’t Be - Popular MechanicsArchaeologists Found 115,000-Year-Old Human Footprints Where They Shouldn’t Be  Popular Mechanics

Saudi deputy FM meets Italian foreign ministry official - Arab NewsSaudi deputy FM meets Italian foreign ministry official  Arab News

Major changes in Saudi Arabia: Everything you need to know about overstay rules and Absher platform - Times of IndiaMajor changes in Saudi Arabia: Everything you need to know about overstay rules and Absher platform  Times of India

Saudi Arabia told US that Syrian forces should deploy to Sweida despite Israeli objections, source says - Middle East EyeSaudi Arabia told US that Syrian forces should deploy to Sweida despite Israeli objections, source says  Middle East Eye

Saudi Arabia to open real estate market to foreign buyers from 2026 - The Economic TimesSaudi Arabia to open real estate market to foreign buyers from 2026  The Economic Times

IAEA Launches Management System Advisory Service to Support the Introduction of Nuclear Power, Conducts First Mission to Saudi Arabia - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Launches Management System Advisory Service to Support the Introduction of Nuclear Power, Conducts First Mission to Saudi Arabia  International Atomic Energy Agency

Why Cristiano Ronaldo Loves Saudi Arabia and the Gulf - vocal.mediaWhy Cristiano Ronaldo Loves Saudi Arabia and the Gulf  vocal.media

Tesla prices across the Gulf: Which models are available in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia - Times of IndiaTesla prices across the Gulf: Which models are available in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia  Times of India

Saudi Pro League: Cristiano Ronaldo gets new Portuguese ally in bid to end title drought in Saudi Arabia - Times of IndiaSaudi Pro League: Cristiano Ronaldo gets new Portuguese ally in bid to end title drought in Saudi Arabia  Times of India

Saudi Arabia's Neom weighs deep layoffs and relocations: Report - Middle East EyeSaudi Arabia's Neom weighs deep layoffs and relocations: Report  Middle East Eye

Saudi Arabia Debt Collection Market Valuation Set to Surpass US$ 1,618.38 Million By 2033 | Astute Analytica - GlobeNewswireSaudi Arabia Debt Collection Market Valuation Set to Surpass US$ 1,618.38 Million By 2033 | Astute Analytica  GlobeNewswire

Saudi Arabia launches free stopover visa for these passengers, allowing Umrah during layovers - The Economic TimesSaudi Arabia launches free stopover visa for these passengers, allowing Umrah during layovers  The Economic Times

Exclusive / Saudi considers NEOM job cuts, relocations amid cost pressures - SemaforExclusive / Saudi considers NEOM job cuts, relocations amid cost pressures  Semafor

New visa rules in Saudi Arabia: Here's everything expats need to know - Times of IndiaNew visa rules in Saudi Arabia: Here's everything expats need to know  Times of India

Grand Theft Approval: A turning point for MENA game regulations - Niko PartnersGrand Theft Approval: A turning point for MENA game regulations  Niko Partners

From Kerala to the Kingdom: The untold stories of women breaking stereotypes in Saudi Arabia - Times of IndiaFrom Kerala to the Kingdom: The untold stories of women breaking stereotypes in Saudi Arabia  Times of India

Saudi Arabia to test Real Madrid resolve with new world-record offer for Vinicius Junior - Football EspanaSaudi Arabia to test Real Madrid resolve with new world-record offer for Vinicius Junior  Football Espana

Revealing the Hidden Oasis: Satellite Imagery Shows Saudi Arabia’s Agricultural Revolution - The Daily GalaxyRevealing the Hidden Oasis: Satellite Imagery Shows Saudi Arabia’s Agricultural Revolution  The Daily Galaxy

GCC Tourism Powerhouse Saudi Arabia Mirrors UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar in Alarming Freefall of Tourists Because of Levy, New Update Inside for Travel Tax - Travel And Tour WorldGCC Tourism Powerhouse Saudi Arabia Mirrors UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar in Alarming Freefall of Tourists Because of Levy, New Update Inside for Travel Tax  Travel And Tour World

Karachi-bound Pak man ends up in Saudi Arabia after flight goof-up, had no passport - India TodayKarachi-bound Pak man ends up in Saudi Arabia after flight goof-up, had no passport  India Today

Saudi Pro League ‘working on deal’ to sell first club to foreign owners - SportsProSaudi Pro League ‘working on deal’ to sell first club to foreign owners  SportsPro

Bechtel Selected as Project Management Consultant for the 2030 World Expo in Saudi Arabia - BechtelBechtel Selected as Project Management Consultant for the 2030 World Expo in Saudi Arabia  Bechtel

What would property sales to foreigners in Saudi Arabia mean? - Türkiye TodayWhat would property sales to foreigners in Saudi Arabia mean?  Türkiye Today

Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia' strategic gamble between us and Chinese influence - - iari.siteVision 2030, Saudi Arabia' strategic gamble between us and Chinese influence -  iari.site

Qatar and Saudi Arabia favourites to fill AFC’s last two 2026 slots - Inside World FootballQatar and Saudi Arabia favourites to fill AFC’s last two 2026 slots  Inside World Football

Saudi women behind the wheel: How Uber is enabling women to earn, move, and lead in the Kingdom - Times of IndiaSaudi women behind the wheel: How Uber is enabling women to earn, move, and lead in the Kingdom  Times of India

Crate&Barrel Expands In Saudi Arabia - RLI - Retail & Leisure InternationalCrate&Barrel Expands In Saudi Arabia  RLI - Retail & Leisure International

Saudi Arabia was the real winner at FIFA Club World Cup - Responsible StatecraftSaudi Arabia was the real winner at FIFA Club World Cup  Responsible Statecraft

UAE and GCC residents can now invest directly in Saudi Arabia’s main stock market, Tadawul - Times of IndiaUAE and GCC residents can now invest directly in Saudi Arabia’s main stock market, Tadawul  Times of India

Bahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value? - Times of IndiaBahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value?  Times of India

Saudi Arabia seeks advice from consultants on The Line feasibility - DezeenSaudi Arabia seeks advice from consultants on The Line feasibility  Dezeen

Human Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation sign cooperation agreement - Arab NewsHuman Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation sign cooperation agreement  Arab News

Elon Musk’s xAI eyes Saudi Arabia data centre expansion: report - Capacity MediaElon Musk’s xAI eyes Saudi Arabia data centre expansion: report  Capacity Media

ITTF Enters Exclusive Dialogue with Saudi Table Tennis Federation to Host Next World Esports Championships - International Table Tennis FederationITTF Enters Exclusive Dialogue with Saudi Table Tennis Federation to Host Next World Esports Championships  International Table Tennis Federation

Gold price in Saudi Arabia: Rates on July 18 - FXStreetGold price in Saudi Arabia: Rates on July 18  FXStreet

Aseer’s blooming bounty: How rare flowers turn southern region into a year-round honey hub - Arab NewsAseer’s blooming bounty: How rare flowers turn southern region into a year-round honey hub  Arab News

I visited Saudi Arabia and realised that everything I thought I knew about the country was wrong - Vogue IndiaI visited Saudi Arabia and realised that everything I thought I knew about the country was wrong  Vogue India

Grand Theft Auto V Is Now Available In Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Nearly 12 Years After Launch - WccftechGrand Theft Auto V Is Now Available In Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Nearly 12 Years After Launch  Wccftech

Saudi Arabia Signs Deal for 15 GW of New Solar and Wind Projects Under National Renewable Energy Programme - SolarQuarterSaudi Arabia Signs Deal for 15 GW of New Solar and Wind Projects Under National Renewable Energy Programme  SolarQuarter

Not playing games: Saudi Arabia’s strategic rise as an esports powerhouse - Fast Company Middle EastNot playing games: Saudi Arabia’s strategic rise as an esports powerhouse  Fast Company Middle East

Saudi Arabia opens first museum dedicated to Islamic art - connectingtravel.comSaudi Arabia opens first museum dedicated to Islamic art  connectingtravel.com

Saudi Arabia offers Vinicius a staggering €1 billion contract - Gazeta ExpressSaudi Arabia offers Vinicius a staggering €1 billion contract  Gazeta Express

5 Surprising Saudi Landscapes That Defy Expectations - Moneycontrol5 Surprising Saudi Landscapes That Defy Expectations  Moneycontrol

Saudi Arabia’s Alrajhi Partners back UK logistics fund - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBISaudi Arabia’s Alrajhi Partners back UK logistics fund  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Saudi authority thwarts smuggling of captagon haul - Arab NewsSaudi authority thwarts smuggling of captagon haul  Arab News

Saudi Arabia Seizes 1.5 Million Illegal Cosmetics in Major Crackdown on Safety Violations - Global Cosmetics NewsSaudi Arabia Seizes 1.5 Million Illegal Cosmetics in Major Crackdown on Safety Violations  Global Cosmetics News

GTA 5 Finally Launches in Saudi Arabia, But You Need To Be 21 To Play It - Insider GamingGTA 5 Finally Launches in Saudi Arabia, But You Need To Be 21 To Play It  Insider Gaming

India Joins Saudi Arabia, Mexico, China, France, UK, Bahrain, and More in Australia’s Travel Warning Amid Growing Safety and Instability Concerns - Travel And Tour WorldIndia Joins Saudi Arabia, Mexico, China, France, UK, Bahrain, and More in Australia’s Travel Warning Amid Growing Safety and Instability Concerns  Travel And Tour World

Saudi Arabia asks consultants to review feasibility of 'The Line' megaproject: Report - Middle East EyeSaudi Arabia asks consultants to review feasibility of 'The Line' megaproject: Report  Middle East Eye

12 years later, Grand Theft Auto V has been cleared for release in Saudi Arabia - Video Games Chronicle12 years later, Grand Theft Auto V has been cleared for release in Saudi Arabia  Video Games Chronicle

Saudi Arabia multiple-entry eVisa for GCC expats 2025: Application process, costs, all you need to know - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia multiple-entry eVisa for GCC expats 2025: Application process, costs, all you need to know  Times of India

BAE Systems confident of Eurofighter deals with Türkiye, Qatar, Saudi Arabia | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahBAE Systems confident of Eurofighter deals with Türkiye, Qatar, Saudi Arabia | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

LuLu launches three LOT stores in Saudi Arabia on a single day - Khaleej TimesLuLu launches three LOT stores in Saudi Arabia on a single day  Khaleej Times

Uber Launches ‘Women Drivers’ Option in Saudi Arabia - SkiftUber Launches ‘Women Drivers’ Option in Saudi Arabia  Skift

IHG to open Crowne Plaza hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Holy City - connectingtravel.comIHG to open Crowne Plaza hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Holy City  connectingtravel.com

Cristiano Ronaldo declares Saudi Arabia his permanent home: ‘I will stay here forever’ - Times of IndiaCristiano Ronaldo declares Saudi Arabia his permanent home: ‘I will stay here forever’  Times of India

Saudi Arabia Premium Residency (Green Card): Benefits, eligibility, fees, all you need to know - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia Premium Residency (Green Card): Benefits, eligibility, fees, all you need to know  Times of India

xAI plans data center in Saudi Arabia - report - Data Center DynamicsxAI plans data center in Saudi Arabia - report  Data Center Dynamics

ACWA Power, Badeel and SAPCO to invest approximately $8.3 billion to develop 15,000 MW of renewable energy projects in Saudi Arabia - Public Investment FundACWA Power, Badeel and SAPCO to invest approximately $8.3 billion to develop 15,000 MW of renewable energy projects in Saudi Arabia  Public Investment Fund

Skills Week drives Saudi push to upskill workforce aligning with Vision 2030 - Al Arabiya EnglishSkills Week drives Saudi push to upskill workforce aligning with Vision 2030  Al Arabiya English

Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo crowned best player of the season in Saudi Arabia at 40 - SportsTakAl-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo crowned best player of the season in Saudi Arabia at 40  SportsTak

Exploited in Saudi Arabia, Dharmavaram man returns home - The HinduExploited in Saudi Arabia, Dharmavaram man returns home  The Hindu

Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends this visa for 14 countries; India on the list - key details - Times of IndiaSaudi Arabia temporarily suspends this visa for 14 countries; India on the list - key details  Times of India

Israel-Iran strikes: ‘Violation of international laws’, says Saudi Arabia - The HinduIsrael-Iran strikes: ‘Violation of international laws’, says Saudi Arabia  The Hindu

Saudi Arabia’s Chance to Lead the Middle East - Time MagazineSaudi Arabia’s Chance to Lead the Middle East  Time Magazine

Tourism is Booming in Saudi Arabia — and Not Just Because of Pilgrimages - Colombia OneTourism is Booming in Saudi Arabia — and Not Just Because of Pilgrimages  Colombia One

Iraq draws Saudi Arabia and Indonesia in final World Cup playoff as hope and caution collide - Iraqi NewsIraq draws Saudi Arabia and Indonesia in final World Cup playoff as hope and caution collide  Iraqi News

Soaring Saudi exports and trade tensions will test oil price resilience - ReutersSoaring Saudi exports and trade tensions will test oil price resilience  Reuters