Saudi Arabia

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Events, Forums, Conferences, and Exhibitions in Saudi Arabia for October 2024

Key Events and Exhibitions in Saudi Arabia – October 2024

Saudi Arabia, News & Updates, Riyadh

October 2024 is going to be an exciting month in Saudi Arabia, with a variety of events, conferences, and exhibitions happening across different fields. Whether you’re into tech, fashion, education, or just looking for some great entertainment, there’s something for everyone. From business professionals to casual visitors, this month is packed with opportunities to learn, […]

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656% Growth in Holiday Tourists: Saudi Arabia Welcomed 17.5 Million Visitors in 7 Months

Saudi Arabia, Entertainment, News & Updates, Tourism

According to the Ministry of Tourism, Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector, particularly in the leisure and holiday segments, has experienced significant growth, driven by the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 directives. In a statement marking World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27, the ministry revealed that between January and July 2024, the Kingdom welcomed 17.5 million international

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Saudi Arabia Deports Over 12,000 Illegal Expats in Nationwide Crackdown

Saudi Arabia Deports Over 12,000 Illegal Expats in Nationwide Crackdown

News & Updates, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has deported 12,101 expatriates who were staying in the country without proper registration, as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal residents. This action was reported in a recent update from the Saudi Interior Ministry, which also revealed that a total of 22,716 foreign nationals were arrested within a single week for violating

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Is Saudi Arabia Really Heading for a Harsh Winter? Meteorology Center Clarifies

Is Saudi Arabia Really Heading for a Harsh Winter? Meteorology Center Clarifies

News & Updates, Saudi Arabia

In recent days, rumors of an unusually harsh and extended winter in Saudi Arabia have been circulating across various media outlets, sparking widespread concern. But is the Kingdom really on the edge of a winter freeze? The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a clarification to dismiss these claims and provide a more accurate

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The Difference Between Saudi National Day and Founding Day

Saudi National Day vs Founding Day: What’s the Difference?

Saudi Arabia, Featured Posts

As Saudi Arabia celebrates its National Day on September 23 each year, many may find themselves wondering how this day differs from the newly introduced Founding Day, observed on February 22. While both holidays commemorate significant moments in the kingdom’s history, they each have distinct meanings and origins that highlight different eras of Saudi Arabia’s

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Riyadh Parking

Get Ready for the Launch of Riyadh Parking Project

Riyadh, News & Updates, Saudi Arabia

The Riyadh Municipality has installed 60 solar-powered electronic payment machines for the Riyadh Parking project, along with 180 directional signs, as part of its pilot phase, which launched two weeks ago. The project includes more than 2,000 public parking spots on commercial streets, as well as over 17,000 unpaid managed parking spaces in nearby residential

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Complete List of Saudi Arabia Public Holidays 2024

Complete List of Saudi Arabia Public Holidays 2024

Saudi Arabia, Featured Posts, Life in KSA

Saudi Arabia, with its rich cultural heritage and Islamic traditions, celebrates numerous public holidays throughout the year. These holidays are observed by both government and private sectors, offering citizens and residents opportunities to celebrate significant religious, national, and cultural events. As we move through 2024, many public holidays have already passed, but there is still

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Four-Day Holiday for 94th Saudi National Day Celebrations,

Four-Day Holiday for 94th Saudi National Day Celebrations

Saudi Arabia, Entertainment, News & Updates

Saudi Arabia will mark its 94th National Day on Monday, September 23, 2024, with an extended holiday for public and private sector employees. As National Day falls on a Monday, the break will begin on Friday, September 20. With the Kingdom’s Friday-Saturday weekend, many employees will enjoy an additional day off on Sunday, September 22,

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