A three year ambassadorial agreement with Ronnie O’Sullivan has also been unveiled to establish a Ronnie O’Sullivan Snooker Academy in the Kingdom to foster talent in Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to develop Snooker in Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals to host major sporting events. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments in The Growth of Saudi Arabia Straight to Your Inbox and Stay Ahead of The Curve The Mastermind Behind The Venture [Image Credit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikh] Turki Alalshikh, the Chairman ..read more

Ronnie O’Sullivan has signed a three-year partnership with Saudi Arabia, committing to participating in all World Snooker Tour (WST) events in the Kingdom.  The agreement includes playing in the World Masters of Snooker and the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters as well as establishing a Ronnie O’Sullivan Snooker Academy in the Kingdom. This collaboration aims to expand Snooker’s growth in Saudi Arabia and nurture local talent, fostering a long term relationship between the World Snooker Tour and Saudi Arabia. Snooker’s Global Expansion [Image Credit: Instagram @ronnie] The agreement represent ..read more

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is preparing for its first Umrah and Ziyarah Forum in Madinah, set to start on April 22 for 3 days.  Under Prince Salman bin Sultan’s patronage, the forum aims to elevate Hajj and Umrah services, unveil new opportunities and partnerships, enhance the pilgrimage experience, and align with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals.  It is due to feature interactive workshops, dialogue sessions, and an exhibition showcasing innovations across sectors including tourism, transportation, and technology. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments in ..read more

Diriyah Company Group CEO, Jerry Inzerillo has been appointed as a United Nations Tourism Ambassador during the first ever UN Sustainability Week in New York.  He joins the ranks of an elite group of 50 UN Tourism ambassadors which includes Lionel Messi and Georgio Armani.  Recognized for his 50 year career as a hospitality visionary, which includes work with the Forbes Travel Guide and helping to establish Atlantis Resorts, Jerry is now spearheading the $63 Billion Diriyah Giga project in Saudi Arabia.  On completion, Diriyah, which is home to the UNESCO At-Turaif World Heritag ..read more

Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, has announced a groundbreaking 5 vs 5 Riyadh Season Original bout featuring international boxing stars.  The bout is set to take place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on June 1st, 2024, showcasing top fighters from both the world’s top two boxing promotional companies, namely, Queensberry and Matchroom. The event will include a historic “4 Crown Showdown” between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol for light heavyweight supremacy to bring unprecedented entertainment to its global audience. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia ..read more

Thakher Development Company is leading the way with the transformative Thakher Makkah project.  The groundbreaking Thakher Makkah project is located only 1 km from The Grand Mosque in Makkah, known as Al Masjid Al Haram. On completion, the development is set to accommodate over 1.6 million visitors and pilgrims, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to host 30 million Umrah pilgrims annually. The project is due to feature international hotels, including the largest Novotel in the world, a Radisson Hotel and Residences. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments ..read more

Saudi’s Knowledge Economic City Co. has awarded contracts worth $78 million to deliver 396 apartments as part of its much anticipated Al-Alya project in The Holy City of Madinah. The Al-Alya development is designed as mixed use development and is due to be located close to the Al Haramain Train station in Madinah. It is designed to offer residential, educational, and business services within a gated community supporting modern urban living in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments in The Growth of Saudi Arabia Straight to Your Inbox a ..read more

The PIF funded Saudi Real Estate Developer, ROSHN has launched ALMANAR, its first venture in Makkah which is due to house 17,000 residents. The AlLMANAR development will be located only 20 minutes from Al Masjid Al Haram and under 1 hour from Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport. ALMANAR is due to offer 4,149 residential units, including 3 to 5-bedroom townhouses, duplexes, and villas, as well as a regional mall and a business park. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments in The Growth of Saudi Arabia Straight to Your Inbox and Stay Ahead of The Curve S ..read more

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have solidified economic ties with Saudi Arabia agreeing a $5 billion investment package for Pakistan after a high level meeting in Makkah during the Holy month of  Ramadan. The Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif of Pakistan  at Al-Safa Palace in Makkah which overlooks the Holy Mosque, known as Al Masjid Al Haram. The leaders emphasized Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role in boosting Pakistan’s economy and promised to swiftly implement collaborative ventures across various sectors. They also stressed dialogue for regional stabilit ..read more

The UFC is set to debut its first ever event in Saudi Arabia in Riyadh on June 22, 2024.  Headlining the event is a bout between the undefeated rising star Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker to determine The No 1 contender for middleweight champion.  The clash promises an electrifying showdown between Chimaev’s grappling prowess and Whittaker’s striking finesse, with the champion poised to challenge current champion Dricus Du Plessis. The No.1 Business Site in Saudi Arabia Get The Latest Developments in The Growth of Saudi Arabia Straight to Your Inbox and Stay Ahead of The Curve ..read more