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BUSINESSAug 24Saudi Arabia to invest $7bn in three manga - themed amusement parks near ParisSaudi Arabia plans to invest $7 billion in three manga-themed amusement parks near Paris. This signifies a major international investment in the entertainment sector.thenationalnews.com
POLITICSAug 24France and Saudi Arabia hold talks ranging from Middle East to esportsMohammed bin Salman has arrived in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Talks are expected to include the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, as well as new energy routes to bypass the Strait. The two made an appearance at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, held for the first time outside of Saudi Arabia but largely funded by Riyadh.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 24Strategic talks in Paris show France and Saudi Arabia 'need each other too much'The Saudi crown prince and French President Emmanuel Macron are to chair on August 24 the first meeting of the Saudi-French strategic partnership council, and a number of agreements arer expected to be signed. Among them are a new Dragon-Ball themed amusement park deal in the Paris region and the sale of French military equipment to the kingdom. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle tells us more on what to know about the talks.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSAug 23Why Saudi Arabia is spending billions to become a global Esports power?Saudi Arabia is betting big on the global gaming industry. It's already gobbled up Electronic Arts in a $55 billion deal and the flagship Esports World Cup is now being held outside the country -- in Paris -- for the first time. This is part of efforts to diversify away from its oil and gas driven economy.France 24 [en]
WORLDAug 22Louis Blin : Culture reshaping Saudi Arabia identity and global influenceLouis Blin discusses how cultural shifts are actively reshaping Saudi Arabia's national identity and its global influence. This analysis highlights the impact of cultural changes on international relations and perception.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
POLITICSAug 22Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of Türkiye , Egypt , Indonesia , Jordan , Pakistan , Qatar , Saudi Arabia and UAE , 21 August 2026Foreign Ministers from Türkiye, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and UAE issued a joint statement on August 21, 2026. This indicates coordinated diplomatic communication among these nations.globalsecurity.org · Syria
CONFLICTAug 20Second fisherman dies after pirate attack near Saudi ArabiaA second fisherman has died following a pirate attack that occurred near Saudi Arabia. This incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by seafarers in the region due to piracy.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
CONFLICTAug 20One geography, two states: Saudi Arabia’s security approach to SudanRiyadh sees Sudan’s unity and stability as inseparable from its own security across the Red Sea.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTAug 20Mayiladuthurai fisherman injured in alleged shooting dies in Saudi ArabiaHe is the second fisherman to have lost his life after a fisherman Maveeran was killed recently; the two were part of a group of four fishermen engaged in fishing in Saudia Arabia when they were allegedly shotThe Hindu
CONFLICTAug 20Iran Guards say Saudi Arabia won’t be able to contain Yemen’s HouthisIran's Revolutionary Guards warned on Thursday that Saudi Arabia will not be able to contain the Tehran-backed Houthis in Yemen as the rebels ramp up attacks on the kingdom. The post Iran Guards say Saudi Arabia won’t be able to contain Yemen’s Houthis appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CONFLICTAug 20Inquiry causing delay in repatriation of Tamil Nadu fisherman’s body from Saudi Arabia: Minister Aadhav ArjunaWhen Iranian pirates tried to rob the Tamil fishermen in Saudi Arabia, they resisted the attempt, resulting in firing by the pirates, the Minister said.The Hindu
CONFLICTAug 18Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli strikes on Syrian airbase as flagrant violation of sovereigntyarabnews.com · Saudi Arabia