Israel’s agreements with the UAE and Bahrain provide Riyadh a beta test on normalizing relations with the Jewish state.
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince endangers ties with western allies
In its larger neighbour Saudi Arabia, we see a country transforming. Riyadh was once a quiet, private place. No more: before the pandemic lockdown it teemed with activity. Women have been granted new …
Is Saudi Arabia softening its Israel stance?
As the UAE and Bahrain sign their historic treaty normalizing diplomatic ties with Israel at the White House on Tuesday, further evidence is emerging that attitudes are shifting across the Arab world …
Saudi Arabia rebuked at UN over Jamal Khashoggi killing, abuses
Dozens of nations condemned Saudi Arabia before the UN Human Rights Council on Tuesday over serious violations and demanded accountability for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. In a relatively …
UN warns of Yemen famine, no aid from Saudis, UAE, Kuwait
The U.N. human chief warned Tuesday “the specter of famine” has returned to conflict-torn Yemen and for the first time singled out Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait for giving nothing …
After UAE and Bahrain Deals, Is Saudi Arabia Softening Its Stance on Israel?
While Saudi Arabia is not expected to follow the example of its Gulf allies any time soon, Sudais’ remarks could be a clue to how the kingdom approaches the sensitive subject of w …
How Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology Is Creating A New Generation Of Tech Champions
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) is bolstering the country’s digital economy …
Exclusive: Saudi Arabia’s STC Asks Banks to Pitch for Subsidiary IPO: Sources
SE> has asked banks to pitch for roles in a potential public offering of its products and services development arm, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. STC, Saudi Arabia’s largest …
Saudi Arabia’s Atomic Ambition Is Being Fueled by a UN Watchdog
The United Nations nuclear watchdog has been working in parallel with Chinese officials to help Saudi Arabia exploit uranium — the key ingredient for nuclear power and weapons — despite its …
How Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology Creates A New Generation Of Tech Champions
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) is bolstering the country’s digital economy …