Business & Money | Wednesday 17 February, 2016 6:39 am

Call to open market for Turkish firms

Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Naif, deputy premier and interior minister, has directed all regional governors to facilitate the entry of Turkish companies to the Saudi market. He asked the governors to strictly follow instructions pertaining to the approval of proposals made by Finance Minister...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 17 February, 2016 5:27 am

KAEC to Showcase Handover Ready Residental Units in Al Shurooq Community

Following the success of recent residential sales across all segments, King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is set to offer affordable apartment homes in its newly built Al-Shurooq community.  The apartments form part of Phase 1 of the district.  Events to showcase the apartment homes...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 17 February, 2016 4:37 am

Heritage oasis at Janadriyah sees a huge rush of visitors

The heritage oasis at the ongoing national heritage and culture festival, Janadriyah-30, on the outskirt of Riyadh is drawing a remarkable turnout of visitors from different segments, as the festival enters the final stage. A special pavilion by the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 16 February, 2016 7:42 am

New Absher version for smartphones

The Interior Ministry has launched a new upgraded version of the Absher system for smartphones, which includes various services for the issue of identity cards, passports and visas for expatriate workers. This follows directives issued by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Naif, deputy premier and interior ...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 16 February, 2016 7:28 am

Samsung Galaxy View Brings Immense Viewing Experience

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd, a global leader and innovator in consumer electronics, semiconductors and telecommunications, announced the availability of  the biggest ever Android-powered full HD screen in the Saudi market. Standing with an astonishing 18.4” screen, this device was first...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 16 February, 2016 5:42 am

Tawuniya launches the TRUST campaign to raise motor insurance awareness

The Company for Cooperative Insurance (Tawuniya), the leader of retail motor insurance programs, has launched the TRUST campaign aiming at increasing awareness about its motor insurance products in the Kingdom.  The campaign reflects Tawuniya compliance towards its customers by the...

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Technology & IT | Monday 15 February, 2016 4:45 pm

Mobily concludes Ranan Mega Campaign by announcing the winner of Lamborghini Huracan 2016

Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) drew curtain on Ranan campaign by announcing the winners of its last draw. The winners announced, included the winner of Lamborghini Huracan 2016 sports luxury. This was second Lamborghini given as a prize during the competition. The previous winner was announced in the...

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Business & Money | Monday 15 February, 2016 12:30 pm

Sheikh Al Hakeel: the new expropriation system covered all last grievances

After the success of the last year in both Riyadh and Jeddah, and after the increase in the demand and the attendance from the governmental  and private bodies, the Saudi Authority for Accredited Valuers "Taqeem" - in cooperation with the British Royal Institution of Chartered...

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Business & Money | Monday 15 February, 2016 12:12 pm

KFUPM and Huawei Sign Strategic MOU for Technology Cooperation

With the advent of Saudi Arabia’s knowledge economy, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), the top university in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Huawei—a global leader of information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider–have signed a strategic MOU...

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Business & Money | Monday 15 February, 2016 7:48 am

Rising prices will hit middle-income group hard

Economists have warned that the effects of rising prices of fuel and a number of other services provided by the state will be felt in a period of six months and that middle-income group will be affected the most. “Inflation might increase hardships for households especially on occasions like ...

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