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Saudi Tourist Accommodation Management Records Rise 29 Percent to 20,560 in Q3

The Ministry of Commerce reported a 29 percent rise in commercial registrations for tourist accommodation management to 20,560 in the third quarter of 2026 from a year earlier.

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Five Initiatives Drive Saudi Poultry Production to 1.4 Million Tons

The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture announced on October 6, 2026 that broiler chicken output reached approximately 1.4 million…

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Private Sector Holds 95 Percent of Saudi Social Insurance Subscribers as Riyadh Leads

The General Organization for Social Insurance reported that the private sector accounted for 95 percent of the 13.99 million social…

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World Bank Sees Saudi Economy Contracting in 2026 Before 7.9 Percent Rebound in 2027

The World Bank forecast on October 6, 2026 that Saudi Arabia's real GDP would contract 2 percent this year amid…

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Saudi workforce housing attracts fresh capital as Rela secures Al Rajhi backing

Rela’s Al Rajhi backing and SATCO agreement highlight investment in Saudi workforce housing, alongside new purpose-built accommodation projects.

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Saudi Rwaj puts payments and delivery at the centre of its live-shopping expansion

Saudi startup Rwaj is expanding live shopping and auctions after a $1.2m round, linking broadcasts with payments and delivery.

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Saudi Commerce Ministry Mandates Buyer Identity Verification for Gold Transactions Over SR50,000

The Saudi Ministry of Commerce directed precious metals traders on Tuesday to verify buyer identities and apply due diligence measures…

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Saudi Ministry Enables Simultaneous Family Visas for Highly Skilled Expat Workers

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced on October 6, 2026, that highly skilled foreign workers can now process family visas…

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Saudi Energy Minister Announces East-West Pipeline Throughput at 5.8 Million Barrels Per Day

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Tuesday that oil flows through the East-West Pipeline had reached 5.8…

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