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Future Minerals Forum Concludes Fifth Edition with Record 21,500 Participants and $26.6 Billion in Agreements
The Future Minerals Forum’s fifth edition in Riyadh attracted 21,500 participants and secured $26.6 billion in agreements, marking a milestone in global mining cooperation.

ShaikhTech Unveils AmanaVest Platform at Future Real Estate Forum 2026 Ahead of Saudi Foreign Ownership Law
ShaikhTech announces AmanaVest platform launch at Future Real Estate Forum 2026, enabling global investors to access Saudi Arabia’s real estate market through secure, Sharia-compliant digital infrastructure.

BHM Capital Appointed Lead Manager for Eurasian Development Bank’s UAE Dirham Bond Issuance on ADX
BHM Capital has been appointed as Lead Manager for the Eurasian Development Bank’s UAE Dirham-denominated bond issuance to be listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, strengthening the emirate’s position as a global debt capital markets hub.

Tourism Development Fund Signs Two MoUs to Enable High-Quality Tourism Projects in King Abdullah Economic City
Tourism Development Fund signs two strategic MoUs to accelerate high-quality tourism development in King Abdullah Economic City, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading Red Sea destination.

Saudi Arabia Hosts Second Space Debris Conference 2026 with 75 Countries Participating
Saudi Arabia successfully concluded the second Space Debris Conference 2026 with participation from 75 countries, addressing critical challenges in space sustainability and debris management.

QNB Group Leads Digital Transformation Qatar Banking Sector at Web Summit 2026
QNB Group leads Digital Transformation Qatar as Lead Sponsor of Web Summit Qatar 2026, leveraging cloud and AI technologies to reshape banking and support Qatar National Vision 2030.

Mobily Concludes Successful Participation at Davos WEF 2026 Showcasing Saudi Digital Leadership
Mobily concluded its participation at Davos WEF 2026, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s digital maturity and AI-driven transformation. CEO Eng. Nezar Banabeela highlighted practical AI applications and strategic infrastructure investments.

Deloitte Drives Real Estate Innovation as Premier Partner at REFF 2026 in Riyadh
Deloitte joins REFF 2026 as Premier Partner, showcasing cutting-edge technology and expert insights to transform Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector.

Ominvest Makes History at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 with Landmark Publication
Ominvest achieved a historic first at WEF 2026 by publishing an article in the official agenda, marking its evolution from participant to thought leader in global economic discourse.

Almarai Signs Five Strategic Contracts Worth SAR 276 Million at International Fisheries Conference
Almarai announces five strategic contracts worth SAR 276 million at the International Fisheries Conference, marking major expansion into seafood sector.
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ALMA Destination Jeddah Unveils Completed Infrastructure for 3.125M sqm Waterfront Masterplan at REFF 2026
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PayPal and NEO PAY Partner to Accelerate Cross-Border Payments for UAE Businesses
PayPal partners with NEO PAY to revolutionize cross-border payments for UAE businesses. The collaboration enables merchants to accept PayPal payments through NEO PAY’s advanced infrastructure.

Open World Launches Saudi Arabia’s First RWA Tokenization Center of Excellence in Al Khobar
Open World establishes Saudi Arabia’s first RWA Tokenization Center of Excellence in Al Khobar, supporting Vision 2030’s digital economy goals through compliant blockchain infrastructure.

ACCIONA Top Employer Recognition Renewed in Qatar and 11 Global Markets for 2026
ACCIONA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Qatar for the second consecutive year, alongside certifications in 11 other global markets covering 95% of its workforce.

Knowledge Economic City Wins Two Prestigious Awards at Global Economics Awards 2025
Knowledge Economic City wins two prestigious awards at Global Economics Awards 2025 for Madinah Gate’s innovative design and excellence in integrated urban destination development.

Saudi Arabia Emerges as Connector Economy at World Economic Forum 2026
Saudi Arabia positions itself as a connector economy linking global markets at WEF 2026, unveiling strategic partnerships in AI, tourism, and innovation.

Saudi Minister of Industry Explores Advanced Manufacturing Cooperation with Global Companies at Davos 2026
Saudi Minister of Industry holds strategic meetings at Davos 2026 to explore advanced manufacturing partnerships with Siemens, Ezz Steel, and Agility.

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 Convenes Global Leaders in Davos
The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 convened nearly 3,000 global leaders in Davos to address pressing challenges through dialogue, cooperation and innovation.

Sungrow Ranks 12th Globally in Corporate Knights’ 2026 Most Sustainable Corporations List
Sungrow ranks 12th globally and first in electrical equipment manufacturing in Corporate Knights’ 2026 sustainability list, demonstrating leadership in renewable energy innovation.

Saudi Arabia Emerges as Connector Economy at World Economic Forum 2026
Saudi Arabia positions itself as a connector economy at WEF 2026, unveiling strategic partnerships in AI, tourism, and trade to bridge global markets.

Saudi Cultural Development Fund Makes Historic Debut at Davos 2026 Economic Forum
Saudi Cultural Development Fund makes history at Davos 2026, showcasing culture as economic driver with USD 48 billion GDP target by 2030.

From Reform to Delivery: Executing Change at Scale – Saudi Vision 2030 at Davos 2026
Explore key insights from the Saudi House session at WEF Davos 2026. Learn how Saudi Arabia is transitioning from reform to execution with leaders like HRH Princess Reema and Kristalina Georgieva.
