HRDF Achieves Record Employment and Training Milestones in 2025
Prime Highlights: HRDF helped over 562,000 Saudis get jobs in private companies, a 29% increase from 2024. The fund signed 45 training agreements to link skills with jobs and support…
Saudi Aramco Raises $4 Billion in Global Bond Sale on Strong Investor Confidence
Prime Highlights: Saudi Aramco successfully raised $4 billion through a multi-tranche international bond sale, reflecting strong global investor demand. The bond issuance reinforces Aramco’s ability to secure long-term funding at…
Saudi Arabia and Germany Partner to Build Green Ammonia Energy Corridor
Prime Highlights ACWA Power has signed an agreement to establish a green ammonia export corridor from Saudi Arabia to Germany, supporting clean energy trade between the two countries. The project strengthens Saudi…
Saudi Sports Investment Gains Momentum as Forum Unveils New Deals
Prime Highlights The Middle East Sports Investment Forum announced new investments and partnerships, reflecting growing confidence in Saudi Arabia’s sports sector. Agreements focused on strengthening infrastructure, healthcare, and innovation to…
Saudi–Sudan Labor Cooperation Strengthens Workforce and Skills Development
Prime Highlights: More than 500,000 Sudanese workers are currently employed in Saudi Arabia, mainly across the agriculture and animal husbandry sectors. Sudan and Saudi Arabia are working together on training and skills programs…
Saudi Arabia Surpasses 2025 Private Sector Employment Target, Women and Youth Lead the Growth
Prime Highlights Saudi citizens employed in the private sector reached 52.8 percent, exceeding the 2025 target of 51.4 percent. Female employment and mothers in the workforce have grown sharply, reaching…
Saudi Arabia’s Debt Market to Hit $600 Billion by 2026 Amid Strong Sukuk Growth
Prime Highlights: Saudi Arabia’s debt market is expected to grow to $600 billion by the end of 2026, reinforcing its position as a leading emerging market issuer. Sukuk, or Shariah-compliant…
Arab Energy Fund Breaks New Ground with China Panda Bond Approval
Prime Highlights The Arab Energy Fund has become the first MENA-based multilateral institution approved to issue Panda bonds in China. The move strengthens financial cooperation between China and the Gulf…
Saudi Banks Poised for Strong Lending Growth in 2026 on Vision 2030 Momentum
Prime Highlights: Saudi banks are expected to maintain strong loan growth in 2026, supported by Vision 2030 projects and rising financing demand. A stable banking system, improving economic outlook, and growing private…
Saudi-US Talks Strengthen Trade Ties, Focus on New Business Opportunities
Prime Highlights Saudi Arabia and the United States held high-level discussions to strengthen economic cooperation and expand trade and investment ties. Officials highlighted the growing role of the private sector…