Saudi Arabia’s heritage tourism credentials were given a boost in late June, following UNESCO’s decision to add Al Ahsa Oasis to its list of World Heritage sites.
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Saudi Arabia is preparing to start the privatisation process of its flour milling industry, tying into broader plans to enhance the role of the private sector.
Economic view | Tareq Hawasli, Managing Partner, Darin Partners, on the evolving investment environment
17 Jul 2018
How is Vision 2030 shaping foreign investors views on Saudi Arabia as an investment destination?
The Financial Sector Development Programme (FSDP) 2020, which was approved in early May, aims to expand the capacity of financial services firms to meet the financing needs of Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s long-term national development plan.
Economic update | Investment in Saudi Arabia’s entertainment industry to catalyse sector growth
21 May 2018
Saudi Arabia’s debut at the Cannes Film Festival, coupled with moves to expand the number of cinemas and promote local filmmaking, is expected to support the Kingdom’s efforts to double the entertainment sector’s GDP contribution.
E-commerce in Saudi Arabia has received a boost following the launch of the Kingdom’s first foreign digital payments platform, a development that should support the growing number of online shoppers and contribute to government efforts to diversify the economy.