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Saudi Arabia imposes new double vaccination rule for travel and public spaces

People wanting to board a plane or other modes of public transport in Saudi Arabia will have to have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine, the interior ministry said on Friday. The rule will come into effect on October 10 and also extends to participating in any cultural, scientific, social or recreational events. …

Non-Saudis can buy one property in Kingdom

Non-Saudis, who are legal residents of the Kingdom, can now own a single property. The Absher platform has set out three requirements that must be fulfilled by expatriates in order to buy a property in the Kingdom. The platform explained with the support of infographics that the service enables residents to apply for a permit …

Citizens, residents can now select COVID-19 vaccine of their choice through Sehhaty app

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Citizens and residents in Saudi Arabia can now opt for a coronavirus vaccine of their choice while booking appointments through the Sehhaty application. The app, which has recently been updated, now lets users know what vaccine is being administered at each vaccination center across the Kingdom and shows each of the …

Jawazat: Expats need to meet 4 conditions to travel from Saudi Arabia

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) revealed that there are four conditions that must be met by expatriates for their travel from the Kingdom. They are reservations via airline or other carriers; a valid visa; a valid travel document; and compliance with the conditions to enter the country of destination. The Jawazat emphasized that …

Saudi Arabia to localize 6 new professions, creating 40,000 jobs

Saudi Arabia has approved the localization of six new professions, as part of the Kingdom’s push to create more jobs for citizens, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development said in a filing. The move aims to provide 40,000 jobs in legal advice, customs clearance, real estate activities, cinemas, driving schools, and technical and …

Saudi National Development Fund targets infrastructure projects

  The Saudi National Development Fund is preparing to launch a new fund targeting infrastructure projects in the Kingdom. The capital of the new fund could “reach several billion riyals”, Asharq Business reported, citing unidentified sources. Muhammad bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri, deputy chairman of the National Development Fund said in February that the Kingdom had started …

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil, oil exports increase by 42.9% and 75.0% in March 2021

RIYADH — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s overall merchandise exports increased by 64.0% in March 2021 compared to March 2020. The value of exports amounted to SR74.7 billion in March 2021, up from SR45.6 billion in March 2020. This increase originated mainly from oil exports, which rose by SR22.4 billion or 75.0% in the same period. …

GE unit completes contract to power Saudi desalination plant

The Rabigh-3 plant is considered one of the largest seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) plants in the world. (Supplied) The issue of water security has always been a priority for countries in the Gulf region A renewable energy unit of General Electric (GE) has completed a turnkey substation contract to power a saltwater desalination plant in …

Saudi Arabia, World Bank pledge $100mn fund to revive global tourism sector hit by COVID-19

Al-Khateeb calls for flexibility and resilience in facing crises Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb announced on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the World Bank, has pledged $100 million to establish the International Fund for Comprehensive Tourism. RIYADH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb announced on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the World …

Ericsson invests to drive innovation in Saudi Arabia

Ericsson’s graduate program is focused on incubating talent in the Kingdom in line with Vision 2030 as well as contributing to the country’s development. 5G will be an important driver of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Ericsson’s Innovation Hub is playing a significant role in its widespread adoption. Mathias Johansson Head of Ericsson Saudi Arabia …