Saudi Arabia opens bid for seven mining exploration licenses
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia announces seven new mining exploration licenses, which covers around 1,000 square kilometers. This initiative was launched by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources on August 7, and it seeks to encourage both local and global investors to explore these mineral-rich sites. The exploration sites are located in different regions, and they contain […]
Saudi Arabia introduces new labor law changes: extended maternity leave, new notice policies and more paid leave
Saudi Arabia has recently declared major reforms to its labor laws in an effort to enhance job stability and protect employees’ rights. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has stated that the new amendments will make the work environment more appealing; and the amendments will be in sync with Vision 2030. Key changes […]
Saudi cities announce 57 investment opportunities for commercial and residential sectors
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Hail, Qassim, and Asir municipalities have launched 57 new investment opportunities across various sectors such as entertainment, sports, commercial, and residential. The purpose of this initiative is to boost economic development, promote the private sector and improve the living standard within these regions. According to the Saudi Press Agency, these opportunities are […]
Saudi Insights: Saudi Arabia announces King Salman Stadium with more than 90,000 seating capacity
Hello! Ready to explore ‘Saudi Arabia this week’ by Analytix, with the latest weekly news updates and business insights from Saudi Arabia. Here we go! From 28th June to 03rd August 2024 Saudi Arabia announces massive King Salman Stadium with over 90,000 seats RIYADH: Saudi Arabia revealed the designs of the King Salman Stadium, which is set to […]
Non-oil sector contribution to Saudi’s GDP rises up to 1.4%
RIYADH: In the second quarter of 2024, Saudi Arabia’s economy grew by 1.4% compared to that of the previous year, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The Kingdom’s oil sector rose to 1.3% and the non-oil sector rose to 1.4%. Government activities showed a significant rise by 3.2% in Q2 2024 as compared […]
UN-affiliated Industrial Forum set for October in Riyadh
RIYADH: The second Multilateral Industrial Policy Forum (MIPF) associated with the UN Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) will be taking place in Riyadh on 23rd and 24th of October, 2024. This is the first time in which the event is being held outside UNIDO’s headquarters in Vienna. Hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources […]
Saudi Insights: Saudi Arabia’s electric car market sees a surge
Hello! Ready to explore ‘Saudi Arabia this week’ by Analytix, with the latest weekly news updates and business insights from Saudi Arabia. Here we go! From 21st June to 27th July 2024 Riyadh sees a notable growth in office market in the first half of 2024 RIYADH: Savills’ latest reports revealed that Riyadh’s office market has shown a […]
Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil exports rise to $7.70bn in May
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has experienced growth in its non-oil exports reaching $7.70 billion in May, a two-year high, with 8.2% increase from May 2023 and a 26.93% increase from April, based on data provided by the General Authority of Statistics (GASTAT). This growth is in line with the Kingdom’s efforts to develop non-oil sectors of […]
Saudi Arabia and Turkiye strengthen ties to advance Industrial and Mining Sectors
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have been strengthening their ties to boost industrial and mining sectors after the recent held meetings which was focused on improving trade, non-oil exports and attracting quality investments. Khalil bin Salamah, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, visited Turkiye to assess investment prospects and address potential industrial […]
Saudi Arabia announces to grant 5 licenses to push mineral exploration
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has recently declared its largest mineralized area yet comprising of 4,788 sq. km and offered five new mineral exploration licenses. Three of these licenses are specifically for Jabal Sayid site in Madinah, covering an area of 2,892 sq. km. and has deposits of gold, silver, copper, zinc and lead and the other […]
