SAMI Concludes World Defense Show 2026 Participation with Strategic Agreements
Saudi Arabian Military Industries Concludes World Defense Show 2026 Participation with Strategic Agreements
tech•2/13/2026
Saudi Arabia
Saudi General Directorate of Passports Launches Four New E-Services on Absher Platform
The Saudi General Directorate of Passports has launched four new e-services on the Absher platform, aiming to enhance passport services efficiency and convenience.
tech•2/13/2026
Saudi Transport Authority Enforces New Law Prohibiting Unlicensed Passenger Transport
The Saudi Transport Authority has enforced a new law prohibiting unlicensed passenger transport services across the country, effective January 1st, 2023. The law applies to all types of passenger transport, including buses, taxis, and private cars.
politics•2/13/2026
Saudi Cup 2026 Held February 13-14 Under King Salman's Patronage
The Saudi Cup 2026 is set to take place on February 13-14 under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The annual football tournament, which has been held since its inception in 2019, will feature top teams from Saudi Arabia and other countries.
sports•2/13/2026
Saudi Arabia Poised to Become Defense Technology Hub as edgeTI Partners with NSMICO
Saudi Arabia to Host World Defense Show, Highlighting Cutting-Edge Defense Technology
tech•2/11/2026
SAMI Unveils Four New Subsidiaries to Boost Defense Localization Efforts
Saudi Arabia Unveils Four New Subsidiaries to Boost Defense Localization Efforts
business•2/11/2026
SAMI Unveils Ambitious Defense Localization Plan at World Defense Show
Saudi Arabian Military Industries Launches New Subsidiies and Initiatives
business•2/11/2026
SAMI Unveils Ambitious Defense Modernization Plans at World Defense Show
Saudi Arabia solidifies its position as a leading player in the global defense industry, with SAMI unveiling new subsidiaries and initiatives at the World Defense Show in Riyadh. The announcement marks a significant milestone in the implementation of Vision 2030, King Salman's ambitious plan to localize over 50% of defense spending by 2030.
business•2/11/2026
Prince William to Strengthen Ties with Saudi Arabia Amid Global Energy Shift
The UK's willingness to engage with Saudi Arabia is part of a broader trend among nations seeking to diversify their relationships and reduce reliance on Russian oil imports. This shift is driven by global energy security concerns, as well as economic priorities.
politics•2/9/2026
Saudi Arabia Cracks Down on Migrant Workers: Over 20,000 Arrested in Crackdown on Residency, Labor, and Border Violations
The Saudi government's recent crackdown on over 20,000 migrant workers is part of a broader regional trend of increasing scrutiny of migrant populations in the Middle East.
politics•2/8/2026