Foreign private capital investment in Saudi Arabia's private markets reached SAR20 billion ($5.3 billion) in 2025, representing about 60% of total private capital investment in the Kingdom and marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of Saudi Arabia's private capital ecosystem.
Saudi Arabia has taken another step towards establishing itself as a global sporting destination after the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop an international cricket stadium in Jeddah.
YouTube has launched supervised kid accounts across Middle East and North Africa, offering additional protections and features for children and parents. It is mainly designed for parents who feel their child is ready for the main YouTube app but want to supervise their experience.
Rural farms in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Baha Region are emerging as a summer tourism attraction, offering nature and relaxation experiences. The ministry supports the sector, with 30 licensed farms and plans to reach 65.
Saudi Arabia’s Jazan Region recorded over 4 million domestic and international overnight visitors in 2025, marking a 47% increase compared to 2024, according to tourism figures. Total visitor spending exceeded SAR3 billion, reflecting a 19% year-on-year rise.
Star, a human capability development company headquartered in Riyadh, and global hospitality group Hilton have announced a strategic partnership dedicated to human capital development within Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry.
Dammam is dominating Saudi Arabia’s residential property sector growth, with quarterly sales values rising 71% to reach SAR3.6 billion ($947 million) in Q1, said a report. Around 2,900 homes were sold in the Saudi city from January to March this year, up 41% over the previous quarter.
SAL Logistics Services, a Saudi leader in cargo handling, logistics solutions, and supply chain management, signed a memorandum of understanding with King Salman Energy City Dry Port (SPARK Logistics) for cooperation in the logistics sector.
flynas will launch twice-weekly direct flights between Riyadh and Aleppo from August 1, expanding its regional network, improving Saudi Arabia-Syria air connectivity, and supporting tourism.
Madinah recorded Saudi Arabia’s highest occupancy rate for tourist accommodation facilities in the first quarter of 2026, with hotels, serviced apartments and other lodging establishments achieving an 82% occupancy rate, according to the Ministry of Tourism.
