Oman unveils sustainable finance framework in green push

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Innovation and sustainability in the spotlight at Real Estate Future Forum in Riyadh this month RIYADH: Emerging property trends, in particular innovations and sustainable solutions, will be in the spotlight at the third Saudi Real Estate Future Forum in Riyadh from Jan. 22 to 24. More than 300 speakers from 85 countries, representing the public … Read more

IsDB Institute begins developing Islamic Finance Knowledge Pavilion Marketplace

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The Islamic Development Bank Institute has kicked off the development of the pioneering Islamic Finance Knowledge Pavilion Marketplace. The pavilion will provide a digital marketplace of validated solution providers (institutions, consultants, and experts) in Islamic finance and economic development, and offer a one-stop shop for listing opportunities and seamless digital experience in the matchmaking of … Read more

Smart Interaction obtains Saudi license to offer finance integration services

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RIYADH: The Saudi aviation industry is anticipated to create some 1.2 million job opportunities over the coming two decades to meet the “boom” in the sector, according to an aviation expert.  Speaking to Arab News on the sidelines of the Saudi Airport Exhibition, held at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, Mervat Sultan, president … Read more

World Islamic Finance Dialogues 2023 explores trends and developments

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  As curtains closed on the third edition of Noor Riyadh, the Saudi capital bid farewell to a transformative fortnight that showcased the world’s largest light art festival. From Nov. 30 to Dec. 16, the city was aglow with over 120 captivating artworks by more than 100 artists from around the world, all centered around … Read more

IMF International Monetary and Financial Committee selects Saudi Finance Minister Al-Jadaan as new chair

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RIYADH: The geospatial infrastructure in Saudi Arabia is set to receive a boost with the launch of an open data portal that will use geographical information systems to achieve sustainable development goals. The portal was announced at the Geospatial Data Consortium, organized by the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information in partnership with the … Read more

IsDB approves $2.12bn to finance development projects in member countries   

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N3XT Sports opens Riyadh office as Saudi Arabia continues its strides in sporting sector   RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s efforts to emerge as a leading sports hub in the Middle East and North Africa region are prospering, with Barcelona-based N3XT Sports announcing the opening of its new office in Riyadh.  In an interview with Arab News on … Read more