Thursday Saudi

Our team of reporters in Saudi Arabia is always on the move, fuelled solely by Kahwah. Bringing you fresh, exciting coverage and stories you care about—straight from the heart of the Kingdom.

The Riyadh skyline, including the King Abdullah Financial District and Kingdom Tower. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
A Saudia Boeing 787 Dreamliner, file photo. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
PIF’s new CP programme strengthens its short-term liquidity and underscores its global financial ambitions. — Andrew Ferraro/LAT Images

No radiation detected in Gulf after US strikes on Iran, says Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission has confirmed a lack of radioactive effects or radiation risk after US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites including Fordow as regional authorities move quickly to reassure the public and downplay environmental fallout concerns.

The coordinated responses from Gulf and regional nuclear authorities appear aimed at calming fears of radiological contamination. — FILE
Saudi Arabia to host 2034 World Cup, showcasing its global sports leadership. — Doug Zimmerman/ISI Photos/Getty Images
Riyadh Metro debuts, setting a new benchmark in urban transport innovation. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Dammam emerges as Saudi Arabia’s new aviation hub. — Trevisan Aviation Images / Alamy Stock Photo
Vedanta drives Saudi Arabia’s copper ambitions. — SOPA Images / Alamy Stock Photo

Saudi Arabia targets revised 5% unemployment rate by 2030

Saudi Arabia targets five percent unemployment by 2030, surpassing earlier milestones and driving women’s workforce participation beyond Vision 2030 goals, while advancing localisation efforts in key industries.

Saudi Arabia sharpens focus on workforce transformation. — Alamy Stock Photo
Saudi Arabia’s IPO and debt boom is challenging UAE’s financial dominance. — FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty Images