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Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary addresses a government press conference in Riyadh on Monday.
Saudi Arabia announces completion of Six Flags Qiddiya City
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary said that Saudi Arabia would have concluded another chapter of ambition and success by the end of 2025, embodying the meaning of stability and witnessing the nation's monumental achievements. He said this at the government press conference during which the announcement about the completion of the Six Flags Qiddiya City was made by Abdullah Al-Dawood, Board Member and Managing Director of Qiddiya Investment Company.“Today, Six Flags Qiddiya City is complete and Aquaarabia is over 95 percent complete,” he said. The announcement came nine days ahead of the official opening of Six Flags Qiddiya City. Al-Dawood announced that on December 31, Qiddiya will open its first entertainment asset, Six Flags, marking a...
December 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia announces completion of Six Flags Qiddiya City

The new Fees Guide, issued by the Saudi Central Bank, will replace the current Banking Tariff once it comes into force, and will apply to all financial institutions under SAMA’s supervision, including banks and payment companies.
SAMA cuts banking and payment service fees under new guide
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has issued a new Fees Guide for Financial Institutions’ Services, introducing broad reductions and caps on customer fees across banking and payment services, as part of its regulatory role to enhance transparency and consumer protection. The new guide will replace the current Banking Tariff once it comes into force, and will apply to all financial institutions under SAMA’s supervision, including banks and payment companies. The updated fees are set to take effect within 60 days from the date of publication. Focus on fairness, transparency, and digital servicesSAMA said the updated guide aims to promote reasonable and fair pricing, strengthen disclosure and transparency, and support financial inclusion by enabling wider access...
December 22, 2025

SAMA cuts banking and payment service fees under new guide

Minister of Investment Eng. Khalid Al-Falih addressing a meeting of Saudi businessmen and businesswomen, organized by the Al-Baha Chamber of Commerce on Monday.
Al-Falih highlights huge potential of Al-Baha region to attract high-quality investments
Saudi Gazette reportAL-BAHA — Saudi Minister of Investment Eng. Khalid Al-Falih praised the promising economic, tourism, and entertainment potential of the Al-Baha region. He emphasized that the region’s comparative advantages qualify it to attract high-quality investments in several sectors, in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 that aims to diversify income sources and enhance economic growth. The minister made the remarks while attending a meeting organized by the Al-Baha Chamber of Commerce on Monday. Several businessmen, businesswomen, and investors from the region attended the meeting.In his address, Al-Falih said that the region is poised to implement significant investment projects, including the Jabal Al-Nour University Medical City project. He noted...
December 22, 2025

Al-Falih highlights huge potential of Al-Baha region to attract high-quality investments

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al Busaidi during the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council meeting held in Muscat on Monday.
Saudi Arabia, Oman to deepen bilateral cooperation in key sectors
Saudi Gazette reportMUSCAT — Saudi Arabia and Oman discussed ways to further deepen bilateral cooperation between the two countries in key sectors. This was during the meeting of the foreign ministers of both countries and the third meeting of the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council held in Muscat on Monday. Earlier on the day, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with his Omani counterpart Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al Busaidi. The ministers reviewed the fraternal relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen and develop them in various fields. They also discussed regional and international developments and the efforts being made to address them. Following their meeting, Prince Faisal and Badr bin Hamad co-chaired the third meeting of the...
December 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Oman to deepen bilateral cooperation in key sectors

Saudi media minister affirms freedom of expression, warns against incitement and misinformation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dosari said on Monday that freedom of expression is guaranteed in the Kingdom through laws and regulations, but stressed that authorities clearly distinguish between responsible opinion, constructive criticism, and content aimed at misinformation or inciting public opinion. Speaking at a press conference, Al-Dosari said Saudi regulations uphold freedom of expression as a fundamental right, while setting firm boundaries against practices that threaten social stability or public safety. He explained that, as part of its regulatory role, the General Authority for Media Regulation had identified serious violations by individuals who published content deemed inflammatory and harmful to societal security. As a result, the authority...
December 22, 2025

Saudi media minister affirms freedom of expression, warns against incitement and misinformation

The Public Prosecution, through its official social media account, emphasized that protecting animals and ensuring their safety is a responsibility of individuals.
Public Prosecution: Allowing animals to stray or neglecting them is prohibited
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Public Prosecution affirmed that neglecting animals or allowing them stray in undesignated areas is a violation punishable under Saudi Arabian law. The Public Prosecution, through its official social media account, emphasized that protecting animals and ensuring their safety is a responsibility of individuals. It stressed that any act involving neglect or endangerment is a violation that warrants accountability. “Failing to provide animals with adequate living conditions is a clear violation of the Gulf Cooperation Council's Animal Welfare Law,” it clarified. The Public Prosecution stated that these regulations are aimed to promote animal welfare and reduce negative practices that may harm animals or cause health and environmental risks. It...
December 22, 2025

Public Prosecution: Allowing animals to stray or neglecting them is prohibited

The Saudi Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) stated that individuals are permitted to import security cameras subject to four conditions. (SPA)
ZATCA cites 4 conditions for importing personal security cameras
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) stated that individuals are permitted to import security cameras subject to four conditions. They must be for personal use and shall be registered in the names of individuals. Their import shall neither in commercial quantities nor for spying purposes. The authority clarified this in response to an inquiry regarding the circumstances under which security cameras can be imported for personal home use, and the procedures that are to be taken into account in this regard.
December 22, 2025

ZATCA cites 4 conditions for importing personal security cameras

The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results, released by the General Authority for Statistics, showed price stability in November 2025 compared with the previous month.
Saudi Arabia's construction costs post 1% rise in November
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH —Saudi Arabia’s Construction Cost Index recorded an increase of one percent in November 2025 compared with the same month last year. This increase was driven by one percent increases in both residential and non-residential construction costs, according to the data released on Monday by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with the previous month. This is primarily due to stable construction costs in both the residential and non-residential sectors. The annual rise in the construction cost was driven by a 1.5 percent increase in labor costs and a 1.3 percent increase in equipment and machinery rental prices. Energy prices also increased by 9.9 percent,...
December 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia's construction costs post 1% rise in November

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez buy luxury residences at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea destination. (Supplied)
Cristiano Ronaldo buys luxury home at Saudi Red Sea resort
Saudi Gazette reportRED SEA — Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodríguez have purchased residential units at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, within Red Sea International. The homes form part of the Red Sea Residences, located on private islands around 26 kilometers from the mainlandand accessible only by boat or seaplane. Nujuma features 19 fully independent luxury villas, designed to offer privacy, exclusivity, and close contact with nature. A private retreat for family time Ronaldo said the couple felt an immediate connection to the destination.“The Red Sea destination is truly exceptional in every sense of the word,” he said. “From our very first visit, Georgina and I felt a deep connection with this island and its breathtaking natural beauty. It’s a...
December 22, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo buys luxury home at Saudi Red Sea resort

The Ursids mark the final major meteor shower of the year. (File photo, SPA)
Ursid meteor shower to peak over Saudi Arabia before dawn on Dec. 23
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The skies over the Arab world are expected to witness the peak of the Ursid meteor shower during the pre-dawn hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025, coinciding with the astronomical start of winter. The Ursids mark the final major meteor shower of the year, with favorable viewing conditions as the moon will be in its early crescent phase and is not expected to interfere with observations. According to Jeddah Astronomical Society head Majed Abu Zahra, the Ursid meteor shower is active annually from Dec. 17 to 25, as Earth passes through debris left by the periodic comet 8P/Tuttle. When these particles enter Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds, they burn up at altitudes of around 80 to 120 kilometers, appearing as brief flashes and streaks of light in the sky. Abu...
December 22, 2025

Ursid meteor shower to peak over Saudi Arabia before dawn on Dec. 23

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