Business & Money | Thursday 12 September, 2024 9:34 am

Riyadh to Host Global PropTech Summit in October

The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) will host the inaugural Global PropTech Summit in Riyadh in October. The event will be held under the patronage of Minister of Municipalities and Housing and REGA Board of Directors Chairman Majed Al-Hogail. The National Housing Company (NHC) will serve as a ...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 30 September, 2024 2:52 pm

Solar & Storage Live KSA and Future Energy Live KSA 2024 to host the Kingdom’s largest solar & renewable energy event on 15-16 October 2024 in Riyadh, KSA

On 15-16 October 2024, Solar & Storage Live KSA and Future Energy Live KSA will unite to host the largest gathering of energy and solar professionals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. The multi-brand event is set to welcome over 10,000 attendees, ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 30 September, 2024 12:47 pm

SUN SIYAM IRU FUSHI WINS LEADING WELLNESS & SPA AWARD AT SATA 2024

 Sun Siyam Iru Fushi proudly announces its prestigious accolade as the recipient of the Leading Wellness and Spa Award (Silver category) at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024. This remarkable recognition, awarded on September 20th in Kathmandu, Nepal, celebrates the resort’s...

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Government | Monday 30 September, 2024 11:44 am

Saudi Arabia’s net FDI declines to SAR 11.7B in Q2 2024

Net foreign direct investment (FDI) in Saudi Arabia declined in Q2 2024 by 8% year-on-year (YoY) to SAR 11.7 billion, according to the latest report by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). On a quarterly basis, net FDI surged by 23% compared to Q1...

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Technology & IT | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:27 am

Discover the Revolutionary Third-generation Silicon-carbon Battery: Setting New Standards with Advanced Power Management Chip from HONOR

Today, smartphones have become indispensable tools for enhancing productivity, and battery life plays a crucial role for consumers who rely on their devices for extended periods. With a steadfast commitment to human-centric innovations, HONOR understands the significance of prolonged battery life...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:27 am

Unemployment among Saudis down to 7.1% in Q2 2024

The unemployment rate among Saudis fell to 7.1% in the second quarter of 2024, compared to 7.6% in the first quarter of 2024, according to the General Authority for Statistics’ (GASTAT) labor force survey. According to data available since 1999, the unemployment rate hit an all-time...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:23 am

Sharjah Chamber highlights importance of accelerating women’s economic empowerment at Sharjah-Europe Businesswomen Forum

The Sharjah-Europe Businesswomen Forum underscored the importance of accelerating women’s economic empowerment as a key driver of sustainable development.Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in cooperation with the European Women’s Association (EWA), the forum...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:20 am

Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment announces complete transition to cloud computing

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE) has announced a complete transition to cloud computing in a strategic move that underscores its commitment to adopt cutting-edge technologies and enhance its digital capabilities to better serve the people of Dubai.The announcement follows the...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:17 am

COP28 Presidency attends UN General Assembly to mobilise global leaders to deliver on mandate of UAE Consensus, drive sustainable socioeconomic growth

This week, the COP28 Presidency attended the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, and New York Climate Week, to mobilise global leaders to deliver on the mandate of the UAE Consensus as a framework for keeping 1.5°C within reach. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:14 am

Saudi heavy equipment market valued at $4B, says Alkhorayef

The Saudi heavy equipment market, which is valued at more than $4 billion, and the diesel generators market, which is worth $550 million, are set to see significant growth until 2030, especially with the lack of local licensed manufacturers of heavy equipment, said Minister of Industry and Mineral...

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Business & Money | Monday 30 September, 2024 10:05 am

Saudi Arabia closes SAR 12B financing for 3 solar PV projects

ACWA Power, Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), and Saudi Aramco Power Co (SAPCO), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, announced today, Sept 29, the financial closure of three solar photovoltaic (PV) projects worth...

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