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Saudi Arabia’s digital experience maturity index reaches 86.7% in 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority has announced that the 2025 Digital Experience Maturity Index reached 86.71%, placing the Kingdom at an “advanced” level in its ongoing digital transformation.The result comes after a comprehensive evaluation of 50 digital platforms across four main dimensions and 20 detailed criteria, covering user satisfaction, interface quality, complaint handling, and the use of advanced technologies.According to DGA Governor Eng. Ahmed Al-Suwayan, the findings reflect the strong commitment of government entities to enhancing service delivery and public satisfaction through accessible, seamless, and effective digital platforms.The index also recorded an increase in public engagement, with more than 374,000 users...
August 06, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s digital experience maturity index reaches 86.7% in 2025

Riyadh roads and streets are filled with ornamental trees on both sides of the road, downtown, Riyadh skyline, King Abdullah Financial District, Saudi Arabia
Individual investment portfolios in Saudi stock market rise 13.5% in Q1 2025
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The number of individual investment portfolios in Saudi Arabia’s main stock market rose by 13.5% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, reaching 13,562,817 portfolios, an increase of 1,611,246 compared to 11,951,571 portfolios in Q1 2024, according to the Capital Market Authority’s quarterly statistical bulletin.On a quarterly basis, portfolio numbers grew by 3.6% compared to Q4 2024, which had recorded 13,090,915 portfolios, marking an increase of 741,902 in just three months.The total number of individual investors holding these portfolios also grew by 7.7% year-on-year, reaching 6,764,464 investors, up by 484,780 from 6,279,684 in Q1 2024. Compared to Q4 2024, the number of investors rose by 2.4% or 160,129 individuals.Male investors accounted for...
August 06, 2025

Individual investment portfolios in Saudi stock market rise 13.5% in Q1 2025

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Makkah region prisons sign strategic MoUs with three universities
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Under the patronage of Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Adviser to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Emir of Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishal, Deputy emir of the region, witnessed the signing of several strategic memorandums of understanding (MoUs) between the region’s Directorate of Prisons and three universities: King Abdulaziz University, Taif University, and University of Jeddah.The agreements, signed at the Emirate’s headquarters in Jeddah, aim to enhance cooperation in academic, medical, research, and educational fields.The initiative also strengthens the principles of social responsibility among public institutions and contributes to the rehabilitation of inmates through academic programs and research-based services that support reintegration...
August 06, 2025

Makkah region prisons sign strategic MoUs with three universities

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman chaired the cabinet on Tuesday in NEOM.
Saudi Arabia urges global recognition of Palestinian state in UN-backed framework
Saudi Gazette report NEOM — Saudi Arabia has renewed its call for the international community to support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, stressing that the wave of recognition of Palestine by several countries marks growing momentum toward a just and comprehensive resolution.The call came during a Cabinet session chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday in NEOM.The meeting reviewed the outcomes of the recent high-level international conference on the peaceful settlement of the Palestinian issue, which Saudi Arabia co-hosted with France.The conference concluded with a final document urging UN member states to endorse it as a viable implementation framework.The Cabinet also reiterated Saudi Arabia’s continued humanitarian support...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia urges global recognition of Palestinian state in UN-backed framework

The IMF report also noted that female labor force participation remains at 36%, doubling over the past five years. (File photo)
Saudi Arabia revises unemployment target to 5% as IMF hails labor market transformation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi government has set a revised unemployment target of 5% following continued improvements in job creation and labor participation, as highlighted in the final International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Article IV Consultation report.The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) welcomed the IMF’s final conclusions, which underscore the Kingdom’s accelerating labor market transformation under Vision 2030.Among the major achievements, unemployment among Saudi nationals declined to 7% by the fourth quarter of 2024, surpassing the original Vision 2030 target ahead of schedule.The government’s new goal of 5% signals growing confidence in the Kingdom’s economic trajectory.The IMF report also noted that female labor force participation...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia revises unemployment target to 5% as IMF hails labor market transformation

The Ministry of Education confirmed that private and international schools, universities, and vocational institutions will retain the flexibility to choose the academic model that best suits their needs.
Saudi Arabia returns to two-term academic year starting 2025-2026
Saudi Gazette reportNEOM — The Saudi Cabinet has approved a return to a two-semester academic year for public schools starting in the 1447/1448 Hijri school year (2025–2026), while maintaining the previously approved long-term academic calendar framework through the next four years, the Ministry of Education announced.The ministry said the decision follows a comprehensive review of the three-semester model, which had been adopted as part of broader education reforms in line with Vision 2030.While the three-term system helped solidify a minimum of 180 instructional days annually — comparable to averages in OECD and G20 countries — the shift back to two terms reflects a strategic pivot informed by national consultations.The ministry emphasized that educational quality is not solely...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia returns to two-term academic year starting 2025-2026

Travelers must validate their tax-free form at one of 18 verification points currently available at three international airports. (X)
Saudi Arabia launches VAT refund for tourists
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Arabia has officially begun implementing its value-added tax (VAT) refund program for tourists and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals, enabling eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases through 1,442 authorized retail outlets across the Kingdom, Saudi Gazette has learned.The move is part of the Kingdom’s broader efforts to enhance the tourism and shopping experience, increase Saudi Arabia’s appeal as a global destination.The VAT refund system is available to non-resident tourists aged 18 and older.To qualify, total purchases must exceed SR500, and the goods must be unused, for personal use only, and exported within 90 days of purchase.Services such as accommodation and meals are excluded, as well as specific items like...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia launches VAT refund for tourists

Eastern Province cuts traffic deaths by 72%, saves over $2.6 billion in crash-related costs
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Traffic fatalities in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province have dropped by 72% per 100,000 people and severe injuries by 76%, saving more than SR10 billion ($2.6 billion) in accident-related costs, according to the region’s Traffic Safety Committee.The figures were shared during a meeting chaired by Prince Saud bin Naif, Emir of the Eastern Province, who received Secretary-General of the Traffic Safety Committee Abdullah Al-Rajhi and representatives of participating agencies at the Emirate’s Diwan on Monday.Prince Saud credited the results to the leadership’s continued support for quality-of-life enhancements and road safety improvements.He emphasized the importance of driver awareness, strict adherence to traffic regulations, and leveraging advanced...
August 05, 2025

Eastern Province cuts traffic deaths by 72%, saves over $2.6 billion in crash-related costs

Saudi Arabia to host forum on Hajj and Two Holy Mosques history in November
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) is preparing to host a major scholarly forum in November 2025, focusing on the history of Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques, as part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to document and preserve one of Islam’s most sacred rites and historical legacies.Scheduled for Jumada al-Awwal 1447H, the event is titled “Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques: History, Culture, Architecture – Toward Sustainable Knowledge and Digital Documentation.”It will be organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and the Guests of God Service Program, two of the Kingdom’s leading entities in documenting the history of the holy sites.The forum aims to advance academic research by bringing together scholars from...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia to host forum on Hajj and Two Holy Mosques history in November

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Terhal’ returns with immersive second edition in Diriyah
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The second edition of the immersive performance "Terhal" kicked off Sunday night at the Mayadeen venue in Diriyah, drawing crowds and widespread audience engagement with its vivid artistic storytelling.Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the show runs through August 25 and continues to celebrate Saudi identity through a fusion of visual, musical, and theatrical elements.“Terhal” is Saudi Arabia’s first-of-its-kind live performance that combines elements of nature with advanced stage technology.The show follows the journey of a young Saudi named Saad as he travels across the Kingdom in search of identity, heritage, and a future of his own making, carrying the dreams of the past and hopes for tomorrow.Drawing inspiration from the Kingdom’s...
August 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Terhal’ returns with immersive second edition in Diriyah

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