Saudi Arabia and Russia Sign Visa Waiver Agreement to Boost Bilateral Investment

In a strategic move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, Saudi Arabia and Russia have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement during the Saudi-Russian Investment and Business Forum held in Riyadh. The forum, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Investment, brought together senior officials, investors, and policymakers from both countries to…

https://arabinform.com/saudi-arabia-and-russia-sign-visa-waiver-agreement-to-boost-bilateral-investment/

The US-Saudi Push to Reshape the Critical Minerals Market

A new stage of global competition for critical minerals is unfolding, marked by a deepening alliance between the United States and Saudi Arabia. The recent agreement signed by both countries signifies more than a diplomatic formality—it outlines a long-term strategy to restructure global supply chains and challenge China’s dominance in rare earth processing and uranium…

https://arabinform.com/the-us-saudi-push-to-reshape-the-critical-minerals-market/

Arab and Chinese Capital Reconsiders Europe Amid Asset Freeze Fallout

Europe’s longstanding image as a secure and rules-based destination for global investment is facing its most serious credibility test in decades. The European Union’s decision to freeze Russian sovereign assets for an indefinite period, and the public debate surrounding their possible confiscation, has triggered deep concern among strategic investors – particularly from the Arab Gulf…

https://arabinform.com/arab-and-chinese-capital-reconsiders-europe-amid-asset-freeze-fallout/

Visa-Free Access Expands Globally, but with Strategic Caveats

Over the past three decades, the global landscape of visa-free travel has undergone significant transformation. While more countries have lifted or eased entry barriers, the nature of “visa-free” access remains uneven and influenced by a range of geopolitical, economic, and security considerations. According to Expert, even as the number of destinations allowing travel without a…

https://arabinform.com/visa-free-access-expands-globally-but-with-strategic-caveats/

Saudi Arabia is no longer just another promising VC market – it is becoming a core strategy for founders targeting MENA growth.
The article looks at why startups now need a Riyadh strategy, how Saudi capital is changing regional venture funding, and what founders should understand before entering the market.

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https://arabinform.com/saudi-style-venture-capital-why-founders-now-need-a-riyadh-strategy/

The Gulf’s security model is changing. The U.S. remains a key partner, but Gulf states are building more autonomous defense, maritime and diplomatic tools. Is this a post-American Gulf — or a more pragmatic security order?
https://arabinform.com/the-gulfs-new-security-bargain-autonomy-without-abandoning-america/

Saudi Arabia’s Hormuz Shock Absorber: Resilience, but Not Immunity

Saudi Arabia has emerged from the latest Strait of Hormuz shock looking less vulnerable than many of its #Gulf peers, but the lesson is not that geography no longer matters. It is that the kingdom has built enough redundancy, fiscal depth and domestic growth momentum to absorb disruption — provided the shock remains temporary.
https://arabinform.com/saudi-arabias-hormuz-shock-absorber-resilience-but-not-immunity/

Saudi Arabia’s megaprojects are entering a reality check.
For years, the scale of #Saudi Arabia’s transformation dominated headlines. Now the focus is shifting from ambition to performance.
Can flagship projects generate sustainable revenue?
https://arabinform.com/saudi-arabias-new-economic-test-from-megaprojects-to-measurable-returns/

Hormuz did not slow down. It nearly stopped. One chokepoint. A global economic shock. #infographic

The future of #Hormuz is now a choice between bad and very bad outcomes. Our latest article examines the scenarios facing the region and the global economy.
https://arabinform.com/the-post-hormuz-world-how-one-strait-redrew-the-global-order/

#China was #Saudi Arabia’s leading merchandise trading partner in May 2026. The figures highlight the strong concentration of the Kingdom’s trade flows among a limited number of major partners.

Cristiano #Ronaldo is no longer just a #football signing. He has become a tool of #Saudi soft power - driving global attention, tourism, media value and the Kingdom’s World Cup ambitions.
https://arabinform.com/the-ronaldo-doctrine-how-one-footballer-became-saudi-arabias-most-valuable-investment/

#Saudi Saudi Arabia’s nuclear partnership with the United States could reshape the Kingdom’s energy strategy, but political conditions, uranium enrichment rules and ties with #Israel may determine whether the deal succeeds.
https://arabinform.com/the-nuclear-kingdom-americas-gamble-riyadhs-leap/

As competition among major powers intensifies, the Gulf states are increasingly turning geopolitical rivalry into economic and diplomatic leverage. Amin Bagheri explores how #Saudi Arabia, the #UAE, and their neighbors are navigating an increasingly multipolar world through strategic flexibility, diversified partnerships, and a growing role in shaping global economic relations.
https://arabinform.com/the-gulfs-new-economic-power-play

Saudi Arabia is opening its property market to foreign investors. The opportunity is clear - but so is the risk. Can global capital expand housing supply without making Riyadh less affordable?
https://arabinform.com/who-owns-riyadh-saudi-arabia-opens-the-property-door/

#Opinion The emerging security cooperation between #Saudi Arabia, #Türkiye and #Pakistan reflects a broader transformation in the regional security architecture – while significant differences in strategic priorities remain. By Syeda Aimen Riaz
https://arabinform.com/mecca-agreement-a-regional-security-hedge-not-yet-a-new-nato/

The Gulf has the capital to become a global AI infrastructure hub. But can its power grids, water systems and chip supply keep pace with the scale of ambition? A look at whether cheap energy can become the GCC’s next digital comparative advantage.
https://arabinform.com/the-gulf-has-the-capital-for-the-ai-boom-but-does-it-have-the-power/

The Gulf has spent heavily on education, building modern schools, universities and digital infrastructure. But investment has not always translated into stronger learning outcomes. The next challenge is harder: turning education into human capital.
Our latest analysis examines the Gulf’s education paradox, with a focus on #SaudiArabia, teacher quality, curriculum reform and labor-market needs.
https://arabinform.com/the-gulfs-education-paradox-more-investment-uneven-results/

Saudi-French relations are shifting toward a more reciprocal investment model – combining #French expertise in #SaudiArabia with growing Saudi capital abroad. Dr. Sami Thamir Alrashidi examines whether the Paris entertainment project can deliver both financial returns and strategic value.
https://arabinform.com/the-saudi-french-partnership-a-new-role-of-saudi-capital/