Saudi arabia live news
Here are some of the latest news updates from Saudi Arabia:
Breaking News
- Saudi Arabia's King Salman has issued a royal decree appointing a new cabinet, with Prince Khalid bin Salman as the new Defense Minister. (Source: Al Arabiya)
- The Saudi government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage for Saudi citizens to SAR 4,000 (approximately USD 1,067) per month, effective January 1, 2023. (Source: Saudi Gazette)
Economy
- Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector expanded at its fastest pace in over a year in October, driven by strong demand and output growth, according to a survey by IHS Markit. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Saudi government has launched a new initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the country, with a focus on providing financing and training opportunities. (Source: Arab News)
Politics
- Saudi Arabia has called for a ceasefire in Yemen, following a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Yemen's President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi. (Source: Reuters)
- The Saudi government has announced plans to hold municipal elections in 2023, with the aim of increasing citizen participation in the country's political process. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Sports
- Saudi Arabia's national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, following a 1-0 win over Japan in a playoff match. (Source: ESPN)
- The Saudi government has announced plans to host the 2024 Asian Champions League final in Riyadh, as part of its efforts to promote the country as a major sports hub. (Source: Gulf News)
Health
- Saudi Arabia has reported a significant increase in COVID-19 cases in recent days, with the country's health ministry urging citizens to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. (Source: Saudi Gazette)
- The Saudi government has launched a new vaccination campaign against COVID-19, with the aim of increasing vaccination rates among the country's population. (Source: Arab News)
Other News
- Saudi Arabia has announced plans to launch a new satellite, called "King Abdulaziz", which will be used for a range of purposes including telecommunications and navigation. (Source: Space.com)
- The Saudi government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on developing the country's cultural and historical heritage. (Source: Travel + Leisure)