Saudi Arabia’s World

The Saudi factories powered by women

A surge in female labour force participation has emerged as a bright spot for the kingdom

World - Financial Times - October 28

Chinese firms invest in Saudi construction

World - Yahoo News - November 8

Trump: Saudi crown prince 'a great guy'

Former President Trump says the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, who faces unrelenting criticism over his government's human rights record, is a “great guy.” “I think it’s fine ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

At a Glitzy Saudi Investment Forum, Almost No Mention of War

Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors are seeking to reassure foreign investors that it’s still safe to do business amid the turmoil around the Mideast.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

Saudi Aramco Profit Falls on Oil-Price Weakness

The oil company said lower oil prices and refining margins pushed down profit, adding it plans to pay dividends of $31.05 billion.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

Two Saudi officers killed in Yemen attack

Riyadh officials attribute training camp assault to ‘lone wolf’ soldier

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Kimmich on Saudi WC vote: Players aren't experts

Germany players should stand for values as role models in society but are no political experts, new captain Joshua Kimmich said on Wednesday ahead of next month's vote for Saudi Arabia to host the ...

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Iraq Suspends the Saudi-Owned MBC Channel After Protesters Storm Office

The action came after the channel aired a report describing a number of leaders of Iranian backed armed groups as terrorists.

World - The New York Times - October 20

How Newcastle’s Saudi takeover ripped the £8bn-a-year Premier League in two

Three years after Saudi Arabia bought Newcastle United FC, only now are the full seismic consequences hitting home for English football.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Women footballers urge Fifa to end Saudi oil deal

More than 100 professional women's footballers sign an open letter urging Fifa to end a sponsorship deal with Saudi oil giant Aramco.

Women's stars urge FIFA end Saudi Aramco deal

A group of over 100 professional women's footballers on Monday sent an open letter to FIFA urging the world governing body to end its partnership with oil and gas conglomerate Saudi Aramco.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

Top female footballers urge Fifa to end deal with Saudi ‘nightmare sponsor’

Letter to governing body accuses Saudis of using sports to ‘distract from the regime’s brutal human rights reputation’. More than 100 professional female footballers have signed a letter calling on ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Premier League will not review Saudi Newcastle deal after Bin Salman claims

State’s de facto leader allegedly approved 2021 takeover Premier League believes its rules have not been broken The Premier League sees no reason to review the legality of Newcastle United’s ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Democrats call for special counsel probe into Kushner over Saudi ties

Correction: This article has been corrected to reflect that lawmakers assess Saudi Arabia has paid Jared Kushner $87 million, and not as previously written. Senior Democrats in the House and Senate ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Transfer Talk: Rüdiger wants new deal as Saudi clubs circle

Antonio Rüdiger's future at Madrid remains clouded, despite the defender distancing himself from Saudi Pro League links. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Saudi startup Riyadh Air orders 60 Airbus A321neo planes

Saudi startup airline Riyadh Air has ordered 60 Airbus aircraft

World - ABC News - October 30

'All eyes on Middle East at pivotal time after Hull’s Saudi win'

After Charley Hull's sensational win in Saudi Arabia last week, golf fans should maintain their attention on events both off and on the course in the Middle East, writes Iain Carter.

Degradation of land is threat to human life, Saudi government says

Deputy environment minister calls for urgent action as Riyadh prepares for global summit on issue next month. The degradation of the world’s soils and landscapes is threatening human life, and ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Wall Street Financiers Queue Up for a Chance at Billions in Saudi Oil Cash

Are you an international business titan on the hunt for billions of dollars of Saudi oil cash? Prepare for “a mind game.”

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Saudi crown prince says Israel committing 'genocide' in Gaza

Mohamed Bin Salman was speaking at the opening of a summit of Muslim and Arab leaders in Riyadh.

Photos: Hail blankets Saudi Arabian desert creating winter-like landscape

World - Yahoo News - 4 days ago

UK construction executive sues Saudi-owned developer for $100mn

David Grover has brought a lawsuit in Riyadh against PIF-backed Roshn claiming bonuses and performance payments

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Iraq moves to revoke Saudi broadcaster's license after report angered militia supporters

Iraq’s commission governing media says it will take steps to revoke the license of a Saudi television station to operate in the country

World - ABC News - October 19

Saudi broadcaster MBC under fire over ‘terrorist’ label for slain Hamas chief

Middle East’s biggest media group withdraws report on Yahya Sinwar after regional backlash

Business - Financial Times - October 20

Over 100 women's soccer players protest FIFA deal with Saudi oil giant Aramco

Former U.S. national team captain Becky Sauerbrunn and Netherlands forward Vivianne Miedema are among more than 100 women’s soccer players who have signed an open letter protesting FIFA’s ...

Sports - ABC News - October 21

Foreign investors flock to flagship Saudi economic conference — but face less free-flowing cash

Thousands of financiers, founders and investors are set to descend on the Saudi capital of Riyadh for the eighth edition of the kingdom's Future Investment Initiative.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Saudi sovereign wealth fund announces $2 billion deal for new Brookfield Middle East platform

At least 50% of the capital will be allocated to investments in the kingdom and to expanding international companies' presence in the local market.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Sovereign debt is the biggest risk to global growth in 2025, Saudi finance minister says

Global public debt hit a record $97 trillion in 2023, prompting the UN to call for urgent reforms for governments and financial systems around the world.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Saudi oil giant Aramco posts third-quarter profits of $27.5 billion, down 15% from a year earlier

Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco has reported third-quarter profits of $27.5 billion, down about 15% from last year as low oil prices ate into its revenues

World - ABC News - November 5

Nintendo profit plunges 69% as it cuts forecast for sales of ageing Switch console

Investors are waiting for news surrounding a successor to the Switch which they hope will re-energize Nintendo's gaming business.

Business - CNBC - November 5

Oil giant Saudi Aramco posts 15% drop in third-quarter profit but maintains dividend

Lower global oil prices, weaker demand and prolonged OPEC+ production cuts led by Saudi Arabia continue to impact crude prices.