YouTube has launched supervised kid accounts across Middle East and North Africa, offering additional protections and features for children and parents. It is mainly designed for parents who feel their child is ready for the main YouTube app but want to supervise their experience.
Rural farms in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Baha Region are emerging as a summer tourism attraction, offering nature and relaxation experiences. The ministry supports the sector, with 30 licensed farms and plans to reach 65.
Saudi Arabia’s Jazan Region recorded over 4 million domestic and international overnight visitors in 2025, marking a 47% increase compared to 2024, according to tourism figures. Total visitor spending exceeded SAR3 billion, reflecting a 19% year-on-year rise.
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio, has opened W Riyadh – KAFD, marking the brand’s debut in Saudi Arabia. Located in King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), the hotel combines luxury hospitality, dining and social experiences with locally inspired design.
Saudi Arabia's National Water Company (NWC) has completed a water distribution network project in Al Shanan Governorate in the Hail region. The work involved laying of more than 21 km of water pipelines as well as providing service to more than 857 beneficiaries through 175 new connections.
SGS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Jeri Investment Company to explore collaboration opportunities across strategic sectors, including energy, logistics and industrial services in Saudi Arabia.
The Applied College at Qassim University in Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), will launch two specialised ground services training courses under their existing cooperation agreement.
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, has announced the launch of direct flights between Riyadh and Tokyo in partnership with the Air Connectivity Programme (ACP) and the Saudi Tourism Authority. The new service will begin in November 2026, operating three weekly flights.
The King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah) has signed a cooperation agreement with Cluster2 Airports to expand its historical audio summaries initiative across airports managed by the cluster in several regions of Saudi Arabia.
King Salman International Airport has achieved a major construction milestone with the completion of Phase Zero of its Private Aviation Terminal Apron, thus strengthening operational readiness as Saudi Arabia accelerates work on one of the world's largest airport developments.
