Middle East

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s trade balance recorded a surplus of SR98.36 billion in the second quarter of 2024, reaching its highest level during the current year. This represents a quarterly growth of 13.2 percent, with an increase of SR11.495 billion compared to a surplus of SR86.873 billion …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Riyadh Mayoralty has unveiled the initial phase of the Riyadh Parking project, a key component of the city’s Public Parking plan. This initiative aims to improve the quality of life by organizing public parking, reducing cases of illegal parking, and facilitating the flow of traffic. …

Saudi Gazette report SEARCHES — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has foiled an attempt to smuggle in 349,710 Captagon pills at the Jadidat Arar Crossing on the northern Iraq border. Four persons were arrested. The drugs were found hidden in a consignment of tile polishing equipment. ZATCA, in …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Federation of Saudi Chambers announced the formation of the Saudi-Ethiopian Business Council, following the approval of the General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT). Abdullah Al-Ajmi has been elected chairman of the council, while Omar Al-Kharashi and Misfer Al-Shahrani are the vice presidents. Al-Ajmi said …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in collaboration with the National e-Learning Center, has launched a specialized training program aimed at introducing artificial intelligence (AI) to students, technology professionals, and anyone else who are interested in learning it. The program seeks to provide a …

WASHINGTON — Oil prices climbed on Monday, driven by optimism over a potential interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) and ongoing disruptions in cease-fire negotiations in the Middle East. International benchmark Brent crude rose 0.73% to $78.72 per barrel at 09:33 a.m. local time (0633 GMT), up …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Al Nassr Saudi women’s team started their Asian Champions League journey with a commanding 3-0 victory against Myawady from Myanmar, in a match held at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh. The goals were scored by Tanzanian player Clara Luvanga and Mubarakah Al-Sairi. In other Sunday …

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia is witnessing an exceptional summer season with the continued rainfall, accompanied by showers of hail and active winds in several regions. The southwestern coastal city of Jazan recorded last Friday the highest amount of rainfall in a single day over the past 12 …

The National Auto Award, under the patronage of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) and organized by PR Arabia, stands as a key accolade within Saudi Arabia’s automotive sector. The 12th edition of the National Auto Award is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with JB Finance, one …

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia is witnessing an exceptional summer season with the continued rainfall, accompanied by showers of hail and active winds in several regions. The southwestern coastal city of Jazan recorded last Friday the highest amount of rainfall in a single day over the past 12 …