Saudi Arabia
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Government
King Abdulaziz Honor Bestowed on Pakistan Army Chief by Saudi Arabia
DID Press: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense awarded the prestigious “King Abdulaziz” decoration to the Chief of the Pakistan Army. Prince Khalid bin Salman, Saudi Defense Minister, announced on his official social media account that the award was granted to…
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Government
GCC Faces Deep Rift: Israel and UAE Align Against Saudi Arabia
DID Press: Reports from Middle East Monitor reveal unprecedented internal divisions within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), challenging claims of unity among its member states. According to a senior source connected to a regional royal family, hidden rivalries and shifting…
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Economy & Development
Investment Licenses Surge 83% in Saudi Arabia
DID Press: Saudi Arabia experienced a significant increase in investment licenses in the third quarter of 2025, according to Al-Eqtisadiah newspaper. The number of licenses issued rose 83.4% year-on-year, reaching 6,986 approvals. The construction sector accounted for 37% of the…
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Economy & Development
China, Saudi Arabia Agree to Closer Regional and Global Coordination
DID Press: China and Saudi Arabia agreed to enhance coordination and communication on regional and international affairs, as Beijing intensifies diplomatic engagement in the Middle East amid rising global protectionism and unilateralism. During his visit to the region, Chinese Foreign…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistan, Pakistan Agree to Maintain Truce
DID Press: In latest effort to reduce tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, officials from both countries met in Saudi Arabia and agreed to maintain the existing ceasefire. Three Afghan officials and two Pakistani officials, one of whom is based in…
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Afghanistan
Saudi Arabia Grants $1M to Boost Agriculture, Food Security in Afghanistan
DID Press: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has announced that Saudi Arabia has provided $1 million to support agriculture and strengthen food security in Afghanistan. The funding is channeled through the Afghanistan Humanitarian Trust Fund, managed by the…
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Government
Saudi Arabia to Open 3 New Alcohol Stores for Non-Muslims
DID Press: Saudi Arabia, continuing its social reforms, plans to open three new stores selling alcoholic beverages exclusively for non-Muslims, including one at an Aramco company camp and another for diplomats in Jeddah. According to sources cited by Reuters, the…
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Government
Saudi Arabia Links Joining Abraham Accords to Guaranteed Path to Palestinian State
DID Press: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman told U.S. President Donald Trump that Riyadh will join the Abraham Accords only if the creation of an independent Palestinian state is guaranteed within five years, Saudi officials said. He also rejected…
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Government
US, Saudi Arabia Seal Deal to Make Riyadh Regional Weapons Hub
DID Press: Politico reports that under newly announced security arrangements between the United States and Saudi Arabia — unveiled by President Donald Trump — Riyadh will be designated a “Major Non-NATO Ally,” a status that paves the way for expanded…
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Government
Trump Approves Sale of F-35 Fighters to Saudi Arabia
DID Press: US President Donald Trump announced plans to approve the sale of American-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia has requested to purchase up to 48 of the stealth aircraft. Trump’s statement coincided with…
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