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Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said that foreign direct investment inflows have doubled since the launch of Saudi Vision 2030, reaching SR119.2 billion in 2024.
Total foreign investment stock in Saudi Arabia crosses SR977 billion
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said that foreign direct investment inflows have doubled since the launch of Saudi Vision 2030, reaching SR119.2 billion in 2024. Addressing the Saudi-Japanese Ministerial Forum in Riyadh, he said that the total foreign investment stock in the Kingdom has reached SR 977.3 billion. Al-Falih emphasized that opening the real estate and financial markets to foreign investors by 2026 will strengthen the Kingdom's position as a global financial center. “The forum showcased key performance indicators reflecting the strength of the partnership between the two countries, highlighting 38 percent growth in trade between Saudi Arabia and Japan since 2016,” he said. Al-Falih noted that the volume of trade between the Kingdom...
January 13, 2026

Total foreign investment stock in Saudi Arabia crosses SR977 billion

Minister of National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar meets with Minister of International Trade of Canada Maninder Sidhu in Riyadh on Monday.
National Guard minister and communications minister meet Canadian international trade minister in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar met with Minister of International Trade of Canada Maninder Sidhu in Riyadh on Monday.During the meeting, they exchanged cordial talks and discussed issues of mutual interest. Also on Monday, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha met with Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh. They discussed expanding bilateral partnership horizons in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), innovation, and advanced technologies, as part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub for AI and the digital economy.The ministers reviewed opportunities to attract Canadian investments in several...
January 13, 2026

National Guard minister and communications minister meet Canadian international trade minister in Riyadh

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji holds talks with U.S. Undersecretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment Jacob Helberg in Riyadh on Monday.
Deputy FM, US official discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji received U.S. Undersecretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment Jacob Helberg at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh on Monday.During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation across all fields, in addition to discussing regional and international developments and the efforts being made in this regard.The meeting was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Economic and Development Affairs Abdullah bin Zarah and U.S. Embassy Charge d’Affaires Alison Dilworth.
January 13, 2026

Deputy FM, US official discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation

Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail speaking to reporters in Jazan on Monday.
Al-Hogail: Launch of projects worth over SR5 billion confirms Jazan’s continued development
Saudi Gazette reportJAZAN — Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail announced theinauguration and foundation-laying of development projects worth over SR5.3 billion in the Jazan region. “This affirms the region’s continued progress along its development path,” he said while speaking to reporters in Jazan on Monday.Al-Hogail noted that these projects focus on creating opportunities and achieving sustainable development in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, with people placed at the center of development efforts. The minister highlighted the support of Emir of Jazan Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz and his continued follow-up on development projects, as well as the empowerment of Jazan Mayoralty to improve residents’ quality of life directly. He described...
January 12, 2026

Al-Hogail: Launch of projects worth over SR5 billion confirms Jazan’s continued development

The Ministry of Commerce has banned writing names of God by commercial establishments on anything, which might lead to their disrespect, such as bags, packaging, and materials that are destined for inappropriate use.
Commerce Ministry bans writing names of God on bags and packaging
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has banned writing names of God by commercial establishments on anything such as bags, packaging, and materials that are destined for inappropriate use. This is to avoid the situation of showing disrespect to names of God. This was revealed by Abdulrahman Al-Hussain, official spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce.In a statement on X account, he said that this decision comes out of a desire to revere and protect the Beautiful Names of God (Al-Asma Ul Husna). It is worthy to note that the Law of Trade Names, which was approved by the Ministry of Commerce a few months ago, stipulates that a trade name must not contain any name on the list of prohibited names, or the name of a governmental or semi-governmental entity, while adhering to...
January 12, 2026

Commerce Ministry bans writing names of God on bags and packaging

FedEx tops parcel delivery complaints in Saudi Arabia in Q4 2025: TGA
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — FedEx recorded the highest number of complaints among parcel delivery companies in Saudi Arabia during the fourth quarter of 2025, with 25 complaints per 100,000 shipments, according to a new report by the Transport General Authority (TGA). Following FedEx, UPS recorded nine complaints per 100,000 shipments, while Aramex logged eight complaints. In a statement issued Monday, the TGA said the postal parcel sector handled more than 57 million shipments and mail parcels during the fourth quarter of 2025. The authority’s quarterly statistical bulletin showed variations in complaint levels among parcel delivery companies, based on the number of cases escalated to the regulator. GFS registered seven complaints per 100,000 shipments, followed by SPL with six...
January 12, 2026

FedEx tops parcel delivery complaints in Saudi Arabia in Q4 2025: TGA

The Makkah Mayoralty honored a Bangladeshi cleaning worker, who was seen in a video in which he gives his prayer rug to a pilgrim to perform prayers inside the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
Viral act of kindness at the Grand Mosque leads Makkah to honor Bangladeshi worker
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The Makkah Mayoralty has honored a Bangladeshi cleaning worker after a video of him offering his prayer rug to a pilgrim inside the Grand Mosque went viral, drawing widespread praise for his humility and generosity. The mayoralty said the recognition came in appreciation of the worker’s exemplary conduct and sincere service to pilgrims. It described the gesture as a powerful reflection of the values that define the holy city and the Grand Mosque. “This act of kindness embodies generosity in its simplest and purest form, and reflects the values of compassion and selflessness that characterize the holiest of places,” the mayoralty said, commending the worker’s dedication and humane treatment of visitors and worshippers. The video, which circulated...
January 12, 2026

Viral act of kindness at the Grand Mosque leads Makkah to honor Bangladeshi worker

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has distributed winter clothes to affected children in a camp for displaced people in the southern Gaza Strip.
KSrelief distributes winter clothes to children in southern Gaza
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has distributed winter clothes to affected children in a camp for displaced people in the southern Gaza Strip, as part of the Saudi popular campaign to succor the Palestinian people. The KSrelief organized recreational activities for the children, bringing them joy and happiness, in cooperation with the Saudi Center for Culture and Heritage. The beneficiaries expressed their deep gratitude to the Kingdom for this noble humanitarian initiative, which gave them moments of joy amidst difficult living conditions brought out by displacement and suffering. They affirmed that this gesture alleviated the harshness and cold of winter, restored a long-awaited sense of security and care, and brought smiles to...
January 12, 2026

KSrelief distributes winter clothes to children in southern Gaza

Saudi Chief of the General Staff Gen. Fayyad Al-Ruwaili meets with NATO Military Committee Chairman Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone in Riyadh on Sunday.
Saudi Chief of Staff and top NATO official meet in Riyadh to discuss regional developments
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Chief of the General Staff Gen. Fayyad Al-Ruwaili met with NATO Military Committee Chairman Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone in Riyadh on Sunday. During the meeting, they discussed several topics of mutual interest. The meeting was held at a time when significant developments are taking place in the region. The regional situation and their repercussions were figured in the talks. It is noteworthy that the Saudi Presidency of the General Staff is the top command for the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces. It is responsible for coordinating joint operations, training, and equipping of all forces such as Army, Navy, Air Force, Air Defense, and Strategic Missile Force under the Ministry of Defense. The presidency serves as a central entity to which the land, air,...
January 12, 2026

Saudi Chief of Staff and top NATO official meet in Riyadh to discuss regional developments

Al-Jouf emerges as global destination in Olive Oil production. (SPA)
Al-Jouf cements its position as Saudi Arabia’s olive oil capital
Saudi Gazette reportSAKAKA — The Olive Exhibition, held as part of the 19th Al-Jouf International Olive Festival organized by Al-Jouf Municipality, is reinforcing the Al-Jouf Region’s position as the capital of olive oil production in the Kingdom. The exhibition offers visitors an integrated educational and economic experience, showcasing the full journey of the olive tree from cultivation and harvesting to processing and production. This year’s edition has drawn notable international participation, with seven olive-producing countries, 45 local farmers, and 10 agricultural companies presenting their olive crops and olive oil products. With annual production exceeding 150,000 tons of table olives, Al-Jouf has emerged as a key destination for international companies and domestic...
January 12, 2026

Al-Jouf cements its position as Saudi Arabia’s olive oil capital

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