RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment has outlined the requirements for non-resident foreign companies seeking to own property in the Kingdom without conducting economic activities, as part …
ACWA agrees land deal for Philippine solar project
Acwa Power, the Saudi Arabian renewable energy company, has leased land in the Philippines to build a 500-megawatt solar plant. The lease for 500 hectares (5 sq km) in New Clark City, a special …
Why having tax consultants in your corner matters for GCC tax regulations across Saudi Arabia
Tax regulations across the GCC continue to develop, making specialist guidance increasingly useful for businesses operating in Saudi Arabia. The right advisers can help companies move through complex …
Riyadh-based fintech Arib pockets US$23.5 million round led by Saudi Arabia’s Merak Capital
Riyadh-based digital financing marketplace Arib has raised US$23.5 million in a funding round led by Saudi Arabia-based investment firm Merak Capital to expand its platform and support its growth in …
Saudi Arabia eyes major investment push in Pakistan maritime sectorPublished on: June 3, 2026 8:25 PM
Pakistan, June 3 — Saudi Arabia has shown strong interest in investing in Pakistan’s maritime sector, including key strategic areas such as Gwadar Port. Officials confirmed that discussions are …
Gov’t action cools Saudi property prices, inflation turns negative
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s real estate market is showing clear signs that inflationary pressures are easing, after a package of government measures aimed at increasing supply, curbing land hoarding and …
How to start a business in Saudi Arabia for foreigners
The Ministry of Investment is the primary authority guiding and regulating investments in Saudi Arabia. It facilitates investment licenses and provides comprehensive information about opportunities, …
How to start a business in Saudi Arabia for foreigners
The Ministry of Investment is the primary authority guiding and regulating investments in Saudi Arabia. It facilitates investment licenses and provides comprehensive information about opportunities, …
Malaysia ranked No. 1 Islamic economy in the world — again
Malaysia topped the 2025 global Islamic economy rankings with a score nearly double Saudi Arabia’s — built not on oil or religion, but on decades of policy, with Indonesia closing in fast.
Pakistan’s Abraham Accords dilemma: Why Asim Munir and Shehbaz Sharif could soon be in Saudi Arabia
As Saudi Arabia weighs its next move, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir are expected to engage Riyadh, which Pakistan sees as crucial to any future decision on the issue.