Shipping emissions levy shelved as countries bow to US pressure

Under intense pressure from Donald Trump’s government, countries have postponed plans to force shipowners to start paying for the damage they do to the climate. US officials were accused of “bullying” and “intimidation”, as nations met in London...

Saudi Arabia Commits to Poverty Eradication on International Day

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia marked the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, observed on October 17, by highlighting its unwavering commitment to providing support and assistance to the least developed countries, setting an example in...

Riyadh’s Rise Tower To Soar 2km, Surpassing Burj Khalifa

Saudi Arabia has unveiled plans for Rise Tower, a 2,000-metre skyscraper set to become the world’s tallest, surpassing Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and anchoring Riyadh’s new North Pole district Saudi Arabia is poised to break new records with the...

Saudi Riyal to Pakistani Rupee Rate- October 17, 2025

KARACHI/RIYADH, October 17, 2025: The Saudi Riyal (SAR) held steady at Rs74.95 against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in today’s open market, unchanged from October 16 and well below the July 28 peak of Rs76.03. The selling rate remained at Rs75.52....

Saudi Arabia, Egypt Discuss Strategic Partnership

The secretariats of the Saudi-Egyptian Supreme Coordination Council held their second meeting in Riyadh on Wednesday. The meeting was co-chaired by Advisor at the Royal Court and Secretary-General of the Council for the Saudi side Mohammed bin...

Watch: Shah Rukh, Salman and Aamir reunite in Riyadh

Talk of family and future stars During the conversation, Salman mentioned Aryan Khan’s web series The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, calling it “really well done.” He added, “I’d rather see him in front of the camera and supersede his father.” Shah Rukh...

Saudi Film Hijra

Saudi Arabia's 'Hijra' embarks on a historic journey to the Oscars, marking a significant milestone in Saudi cinema / Image Credit: @HijraFilm Saudi Arabia’s cinematic journey just hit a major milestone. Shahad Ameen’s poetic road movie Hijra — a...

Mega move by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman! Launches mega 'King Salman Gate' multi-purpose project next to Makkah's Grand Mosque, to add 900,000...

Home News Mega move by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman! Launches mega King Salman Gate multi-purpose project next to Makkahs Grand Mosque, to add 900,000... According to RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company, the development "King Salman Gate," is a...

An extraordinary IMO meeting with extraordinary circumstances for the future of shipping

A week of tension and uncertainty has drawn to a close at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) today, ending with a delay for shipping decarbonisation and the future of our planet. With big players like the USA and Saudi Arabia applying...

Saudi Arabia Kicks off Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh 

Brazilian navigator Tamara Klink told AFP she encountered "very little" sea ice on her solo sail through the Northwest Passage -- a rare feat that would have been impossible without an icebreaker ship three decades ago. In September, the...

WEST OF SUEZ DIRTY TANKER QUARTERLY: Production increases lend support to larger ship sizes

The West of Suez Very Large Crude Carrier market saw levels firm to multi-year highs toward the end of the third quarter of 2025, as the progressive unwinding of OPEC+ production cuts, strong demand for cargoes loading in the Atlantic basin, and...

Saudi Arabia Reportedly In Talks With US For Defense Deal

Saudi Arabia is reportedly in talks with the Trump administration for a defense agreement that mirrors last month’s U.S.-Qatar pact, which commits Washington to view any attack on the Gulf nation as a threat to “American peace and security.” Pact...

How an Israeli desalination giant quietly broke into the Arab world

The water desalination company IDE, managed by Avshalom Felber, has spent the past decade working to circumvent the boycott of Israeli companies by Arab and Muslim countries such as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Kuwait - nations with which Israel...

Joy Forum 2025 Kicks Off in Riyadh with Global Entertainment Leaders

The British Museum hosts its inaugural fundraising ball on Saturday, a glitzy event that has been touted by many observers as London's answer to New York's Met Gala. The museum, which boasts one of the largest permanent collections on the planet,...

Saudi Arabia’s film industry rises to lead regional box offices

Saudi Arabia’s film industry has achieved remarkable growth since cinemas reopened in 2018, rapidly establishing itself as a dominant force in the Middle East. That is according to a report from Saudi consultancy firm Strategic Gears, which looks...

Saudi Arabia slashes Nigeria’s 2026 hajj slots to 66,910 over poor utilisation — NAHCON

National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has approved 66,910 slots for Nigerian pilgrims to participate in the 2026 Hajj—a significant reduction from previous years. According to NAHCON, the...

Saudi Arabia to Widen Mecca Space, Cut Nigeria’s Hajj Slots

Saudi Arabia has revealed plans for a large development next to the Grand Mosque in Mecca. The project, named King Salman Gate, is part of ongoing efforts to modernize the holy city and prepare for a growing number of pilgrims. It will cover 12...

US torpedo global deal to cut shipping emissions

India voted in favour of adjournment, a government official confirmed. “It was totally a call of the Ministry of External Affairs,” he added.MUMBAI: India was among the 57 member states who voted on Friday to delay by one year the adoption of what...

"What are you prepared to do?" - Phil Mickelson fires back at Secretary of Energy Chris Wright amid California oil production debate

Phil Mickelson opened up about the California oil production debate on social media. The American golfer is well-known for sharing his opinions on the matter and often posts on his X (formerly Twitter) account about environmental issues. Earlier...

Saudi Arabia Concludes Participation in K Show 2025 International Plastics Fair in Germany 

Saudi Arabia successfully concluded its participation in the "K Show 2025," the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, held in Dusseldorf, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Thursday. The event highlighted the Kingdom’s advancements...