The latest investments mark the largest such announcement since the U.S. lifted sanctions on Syria in December.

The MOU comes as Somalia seeks regional support against Israel’s recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland.

Saudi Arabia has quietly begun selling alcohol to wealthy, non-Muslim foreign residents, a significant shift after over 70 years of prohibition. This move, linked to Vision 2030, targets affluent expats with premium residency and high incomes,

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Sunday began issuing visas for the 2026 Hajj season, setting preparations in motion months ahead of pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom. The step follows the release of an official operational calendar for Hajj affairs offices worldwide.

Saudi Arabia is widening its search for capital, turning to some of the kingdom’s wealthiest families as the government looks to ease pressure on public finances and fund the next phase of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s economic overhaul.

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has opened applications for its Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) 2026,

By Timour Azhari RIYADH, Feb 9 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's $925 billion Public Investment Fund (PIF) plans to announce a new five-year strategy this week, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said,