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Hijri New Year 1447 Begins: Muharram Moon Sighted In Saudi Arabia, UAE Declares Public Holiday The Islamic New Year 1447 AH officially began after Maghrib on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, as the crescent moon marking the start of Muharram was sighted in Saudi Arabia. This means the previous Islamic... June 26, 2025 1074 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudia-cabin-manager-mohsen-alzahrani-dies-midflight-on-jeddah-to-london-route_UAE

Saudia Cabin Manager Mohsen Alzahrani Dies Mid-Flight On Jeddah To London Route Saudi Arabian Airlines has confirmed the tragic death of its Cabin Manager Mohsen bin Saeed Alzahrani during duty aboard Flight SV119 en route from Jeddah to London on Thursday, June 26. The incident ... June 27, 2025 1208 Category: Saudi Arabia

this-is-how-overtime-pay-is-calculated-for-private-sector-employees-in-saudi-arabia_UAE

This Is How Overtime Pay Is Calculated For Private Sector Employees In Saudi Arabia The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia has released updated rules on how overtime is calculated for private sector workers. These regulations ensure proper compensation... June 30, 2025 1665 Category: Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabia Implements New Social Insurance Law For Civil Employees The new Social Insurance Law in Saudi Arabia officially came into effect on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, bringing a series of significant reforms for new civil employees in both the public and private secto... July 01, 2025 1291 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-to-invest-25-billion-in-africa-expand-diplomatic-presence-with-over-40-embassies_UAE

Saudi Arabia To Invest $25 Billion In Africa, Expand Diplomatic Presence With Over 40 Embassies Saudi Arabia has announced an ambitious plan to invest $25 billion in Africa while increasing its diplomatic footprint by opening over 40 embassies across the continent in the coming years. The initia... July 03, 2025 1232 Category: Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabia Issues 190,000 Umrah Visas Since June 11 As Digital Access Via Nusuk Expands Saudi Arabia has issued over 190,000 Umrah visas to international pilgrims since the start of the new season on June 11, 2024, according to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This early surge highlights ... July 03, 2025 1452 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-strongly-rejects-israeli-plans-to-annex-occupied-west-bank_UAE

Saudi Arabia Strongly Rejects Israeli Plans To Annex Occupied West Bank Saudi Arabia Strongly Rejects Israeli Plans to Annex Occupied West Bank Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned statements from an Israeli official calling for the i... July 04, 2025 1138 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-enforces-new-food-truck-rules-night-ban-surveillance-and-strict-location-limits_UAE

Saudi Arabia Enforces New Food Truck Rules: Night Ban, Surveillance, And Strict Location Limits Saudi Arabia has introduced sweeping new regulations for food trucks and mobile vending carts, including a ban on operations after midnight, mandatory surveillance cameras, and strict location restric... July 07, 2025 1520 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-arrests-37-including-ministry-officials-in-major-crackdown-on-illegal-drug-trade_UAE

Saudi Arabia Arrests 37 Including Ministry Officials In Major Crackdown On Illegal Drug Trade Saudi authorities have arrested 37 individuals, including high-ranking ministry officials, for their alleged involvement in illegal activities linked to the trade of restricted substances in the Hail ... July 08, 2025 1305 Category: Saudi Arabia

umrah-2024-over-18-million-pilgrims-visit-saudi-arabia-in-recordbreaking-year-under-vision-2030_UAE

Umrah 2024: Over 18 Million Pilgrims Visit Saudi Arabia In Record-Breaking Year Under Vision 2030 Saudi Arabia welcomed a record 18.5 million Hajj and Umrah pilgrims in 2024, marking a 101% increase in Umrah visitors compared to 2022, according to the Doyof Al Rahman Programme’s annual repor... July 08, 2025 1083 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-drivers-to-be-fined-up-to-sr-2000-for-shoulder-driving-and-mobile-phone-use-while-driving_UAE

Saudi Drivers To Be Fined Up To SR 2,000 For Shoulder Driving And Mobile Phone Use While Driving The General Directorate of Traffic in Saudi Arabia has issued a strict warning against driving on road shoulders or using mobile phones while driving, with fines reaching up to SR 2,000 for violations... July 14, 2025 2623 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-bans-grocery-stores-from-selling-tobacco-products_UAE

Saudi Arabia Bans Grocery Stores From Selling Tobacco Products Saudi Arabia has officially banned all tobacco products—from cigarettes to shisha—in grocery stores and kiosks, aiming to enhance public health and boost food safety standards. New Nati... July 16, 2025 1942 Category: Saudi Arabia

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What Is Saudization (Nitaqat)? What Job Seekers, Expats & Employers Must Know Saudization or Nitaqat is a national strategy launched by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. It requires private-sector companies to hire a specified percent... July 18, 2025 1220 Category: Saudi Arabia

riyadh-municipality-intensifies-crackdown-on-illegal-housing-divisions-in-villas-buildings_UAE

Riyadh Municipality Intensifies Crackdown On Illegal Housing Divisions In Villas, Buildings The Riyadh Municipality has ramped up a sweeping campaign to clamp down on illegal housing divisions notably in villas and apartment buildings where property is subdivided beyond the approved num... July 21, 2025 1910 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-unveils-new-fine-dining-regulations-to-elevate-luxury-hospitality_UAE

Saudi Arabia Unveils New Fine Dining Regulations To Elevate Luxury Hospitality Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has introduced strict new fine dining regulations—encompassing full table service, valet parking, digital reservations, and exclusive ... July 22, 2025 1091 Category: Saudi Arabia

qiwa-platform-updates-new-rules-for-absent-from-work-and-employment-certificates_UAE

Qiwa Platform Updates: New Rules For “Absent From Work” And Employment Certificates 📌 Introduction A major enhancement on Saudi Arabia’s Qiwa platform now restricts when employers can mark an employee as “absent from work.” These changes safeguard wo... August 01, 2025 2252 Category: Saudi Arabia

saudi-arabia-nonsaudi-real-estate-law-expat-property-ownership-fees--restrictions_UAE

Saudi Arabia Non‑Saudi Real Estate Law: Expat Property Ownership, Fees & Restrictions Non‑Saudi residents—including expatriates, foreign companies, and nonprofits—can now legally own property in designated regions of Saudi Arabia under the Real Estate Ownership Law. This ... August 05, 2025 534 Category: Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Public Schools Return To Two‑Semester Academic Year In 2025 Introduction The Saudi government will transition public schools from a three-semester to a two-semester academic year beginning in 2025 (1447/1448 Hijri), after Cabinet approval. This follows fe... August 06, 2025 834 Category: Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabia Launches Tourist VAT Refund Program: Claim 15% Rebate On Shopping Introduction Saudi Arabia has officially started a VAT refund program for non-resident tourists and GCC nationals, allowing eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases via 1,442 ap... August 06, 2025 484 Category: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Unveils New Theme And Logo For 95th National Day Celebrations Saudi Arabia has announced the official identity for its 95th National Day, celebrated on September 23, under the theme “Our Pride is in Our Nature” (ʿIzzna bi ṭabʿna), reflecting the ... August 07, 2025 304 Category: Saudi Arabia

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