The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

GCC, OIC Chiefs Congratulate Saudi Arabia on Hosting 2027 Asian Cup

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi has congratulated Saudi Arabia on the Kingdom’s selection as host of the Asian Nations Cup 2027. Albudaiwi expressed pride in the Kingdom, saying that hosting the Asian tournament is proof of Saudi Arabia’s ability to organize major international events.…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 2, 2023

Football Australia awaiting clarity around reported 2023 Women's World Cup sponsorship agreement with Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's reported sponsorship of the 2023 Women's World Cup soccer tournament came as a shock to Football Australia, as it is still waiting for clarity from FIFA.

ABC News · Feb 2, 2023

Rate of executions in Saudi Arabia almost doubles under Mohammed bin Salman

Last six years among bloodiest in kingdom’s modern history despite push to modernise

The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2023

Saudi soccer influence grows by winning seat on FIFA Council

Saudi Arabia added to its influence in world soccer after its federation president won a seat on the FIFA Council

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023

Tommy Fury can work as Cristiano Ronaldo’s personal trainer if he loses to Jake Paul, says Tyson

Former Love Island contestant Tommy Fury boxes YouTube star Paul this month in Saudi Arabia, where Ronaldo now plays his football

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2023

Eurasian Resources to Launch Long-term Investment in Saudi Arabia

Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) has announced its intention to invest in the Kingdom’s mining sector for the long term to expand its presence in the region. Benedikt Sobotka, CEO of ERG, said that the Future Minerals Forum, which was held in Riyadh in January, revealed the enormous mineral capabilities of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 1, 2023

Saudi Arabia Wins Seat on FIFA Ruling Council

Saudi Arabia won a seat on FIFA’s ruling Council before being set to be confirmed as host of the 2027 Asian Cup. Saudi soccer federation president Yasser Almisehal was among six Asian soccer officials elected by AFC members to represent them on FIFA’s decision-making council through 2027. Saudi Arabia is…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 1, 2023

Saudi Economy Grows 8.7%

Saudi Arabia registered an 8.7% economic growth in 2022, the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) said on Tuesday. The real GDP of the Kingdom during the fourth quarter of 2022 grew by 5.4 percent, compared to the same period in 2021. “This increase in GDP was a result of the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 1, 2023

ALECSO Partners with Saudi Arabia’s SNC on Major Int’l Education Conference

The Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), in cooperation with the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science (SNC), is set to host the inaugural edition of a major international conference on culture, science and education in the 21st century. The conference, ‘Future of Education, Science, and…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 1, 2023

SRMG Academy Opens Registration for Signature Journalism Boot Camp

SRMG Academy has announced that the registration for its signature six-month journalism Boot Camp, designed to uncover new media talent and develop emerging journalists in Saudi Arabia and beyond, is now open. This rigorous program offers 20 participants hands-on classroom training and the opportunity for work experience at SRMG’s most…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 1, 2023