For decades, Saudi Arabia’s food security strategy depended heavily on imports and strategic reserves. Today, under Vision 2030, the Kingdom is reshaping that equation. Saudi Arabia is investing in the infrastructure, manufacturing capacity, technologies and partnerships needed to build a more resilient and globally competitive food ecosystem. These statistics reflect this transition. Saudi Arabia hosts a robust food manufacturing base comprising over 1,900 food factories, with total investments exceeding SAR 88 billion and is targeting additional investments of SAR 78 billion by 2035. ‘Made in Saudi’: What it means to the Saudi economy As part of its vision, the kingdom…
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RIYADH — Kuwait will host the 13th edition of the Saudi Super Cup from Dec. 19-23, marking the first time the competition will be staged in the Gulf country. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), represented by its exclusive commercial partner SMC Vibes, announced Monday that it had signed an agreement with Al Rai Media Group, which will become an official partner in hosting the 2026-27 tournament. The agreement was signed in Riyadh in the presence of Kuwait Football Association President Sheikh Ahmad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah and SAFF President Bader Al-Reziza, alongside representatives of the partner organizations. The tournament will be…
VIENNA — Saudi Arabia is moving forward with its nuclear power program and research reactor with a strong commitment to non-proliferation, International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi said Monday. Grossi made the remarks after meeting Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman on the sidelines of the IAEA’s 70th General Conference in Vienna. “Saudi Arabia is moving forward with its nuclear power programme and research reactor, with a strong commitment to non-proliferation,” Grossi said in a post on X, adding that the IAEA “stands ready to support Saudi Arabia every step of the way.” Grossi said he welcomed Prince…
HSBC has today announced its appointment as custodian to the Al Rajhi MSCI Saudi Arabia ETF. Al Rajhi Capital appointed HSBC following a selection process designed to identify a securities services provider with a strong track record of servicing Exchange Traded Funds, a diverse global securities services network, and the ability to scale with the firm as it grows. Faris AlGhannam, Chief Executive of HSBC Saudi Arabia, said: “We’re delighted to partner with an important client in the Kingdom as custodian to the Al Rajhi MSCI Saudi Equity ETF. “In line with our proud tradition of contributing to the growth…
Alain Penel, Regional Vice President of the Middle East Region, Fortinet, outlines how organisations can prepare themselves for AI-powered cyberattacks and automated threats in this exclusive interview. What key cybersecurity innovations and solutions will Fortinet showcase at GISEC Global 2026? GISEC Global is a valuable opportunity to demonstrate how organisations can simplify cybersecurity while keeping pace with rapid digital transformation. This year, Fortinet will showcase innovations across AI-powered Security Operations (SecOps), Sovereign SASE, and advanced threat protection, with a focus on helping customers securely navigate increasingly complex digital environments. A key theme is the use of AI to enhance security…
DUBAI— Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have captured more islands in the southern Red Sea, strengthening their control of a major maritime shipping route, government and Houthi sources said on Monday. The capture of the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish is the latest in the group’s rapid advance around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait after the rebels seized the mainland port city of Mokha and the island of Mayun last week. Like the Strait of Hormuz, located at the mouth of the Arabian Gulf, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait — on the opposite side of the Arabian Peninsula — is a…
Ten UAE-based artists and designers are joining forces with female Afghan master artisans for a new exhibition in Abu Dhabi that brings contemporary UAE art together with generations-old carpet-making traditions. Titled Intimaa: Sacred Threads, the exhibition will open at Cultural Foundation Abu Dhabi on October 15 and run until January 9, 2027. The exhibition is part of the 2026 Zuleya Artists Program by the Fatima Bint Mohamed Bin Zayed Initiative (FBMI), with this year’s edition bringing together 10 UAE-based creatives whose designs will be interpreted as traditional handwoven carpets by Afghan female artisans. The participating artists are Zuhoor Al Sayegh,…
JEDDAH — Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received U.S. Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper to discuss the latest regional developments. During the meeting with Cooper and his accompanying delegation in Jeddah, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and the United States and discussed the latest developments in the region. The meeting was attended by Minister of State, Cabinet Member and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban. Source: Saudi Gazette
King Faisal University (KFU) received two awards at the 7th International Conference of the International Society of Camelid Research and Development (ISOCARD 2026), held in the People’s Republic of China from September 8 to 13, in recognition of its contributions to innovation and specialized camel research. The university’s Camel Research Center received the Leadership in Innovation and Technology Award, recognizing its research excellence and development of innovative, technology-driven solutions for a more advanced and sustainable camel sector. Chair of the Department of Public Health at the College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Faisal Saleh Almathen received the Young Researcher Award in Camel…
Kaspersky, a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company, recently announced the update in its flagship Kaspersky Next product line. Kaspersky Next Optimum tier now enables small and medium‑sized businesses to augment their defences with purpose‑built Security Modules – Security Awareness, Email Security, Workload Security, Threat Lookup & Analysis and Vulnerability Management – extending protection without redesigning the existing technology stack. As small and medium‑sized businesses (SMBs) grow, they encounter increasingly diverse types of threat. A recent survey conducted by Kaspersky’s internal research centre shows that over the past year the most common external incidents affecting SMBs were phishing (20%) and software‑vulnerability exploits (17%). At…