Saudi Arabia limits foreign ownership in public companies to 49%: Only six categories of investors are eligible
New Foreign Investment Regulations in Saudi Arabia The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Saudi Arabia has unveiled updated regulations concerning foreign investments in publicly traded securities. These new guidelines aim to clarify ownership limits and define who is eligible to invest. This initiative is part of a larger plan to reform and open up capital […]
Trump ends Syria sanctions following discussion with former Al-Qaeda fighter president in Saudi Arabia
US Lifts Sanctions on Syria Following Trump’s Commitment In a significant political move, President Trump granted approval on Monday to lift long-standing US sanctions on Syria, fulfilling a promise he made during his visit to Saudi Arabia last month. During their meeting on May 14, Trump, 79, explained to 42-year-old Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shara that […]
Ways to watch the Mexico-Saudi Arabia Gold Cup quarterfinals at no cost.
The quarterfinals of the 2025 Gold Cup are currently underway, with Mexico facing Saudi Arabia in a matchup that highlights Mexico’s remarkable streak of 18 consecutive appearances in knockout rounds. The reigning champions, Mexico, topped Group A with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and no losses, aiming for their 10th Gold Cup title. […]
WWE keeping an eye on the situation in Iran with two events planned in Saudi Arabia next weekend
The recent airstrikes by the US on Iran have stirred up some questions regarding the upcoming WWE Night of Champions event. With events planned for Friday and Saturday in Saudi Arabia, the Night of Champions Premium Live Event is set to take place over two consecutive days in Smackdown and Riyadh. WWE officials are actively […]
Saudi Arabia Observes the Iran-Israel Conflict Anxiously, Yet Maintains Distance for the Time Being
According to Saudi international relations expert Dr. Salem Aliyami, the Saudi news network Al Arabia reported on Wednesday that the kingdom’s key diplomatic focus is managing the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel to prevent wider destabilization in the Middle East. Interestingly, Aliyami criticized Israel for what he described as a “blatant attack on sovereign […]
USMNT defeats Saudi Arabia to advance to the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals
Austin Triumphs: US Beats Saudi Arabia in Gold Cup In Austin, Texas, defender Chris Richards made a critical play, scoring from a clever flick during a second-half free kick, leading the US to a 1-0 victory over Saudi Arabia on Thursday night. This win propelled the Americans into the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Gold Cup. […]
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Support Syria’s Government Employees
Saudi Arabia and Qatar Support for Syrian Government Workers This weekend, Saudi Arabia and Qatar announced plans to subsidize the salaries of Syrian government workers under the new Islamic regime in Syria. During a visit to Damascus on Saturday, Saudi Prince Faisal bin Fahan Al Saud emphasized “cooperative financial support” for the Syrian government’s infrastructure. […]
Rubio and Rep. Sherman argue about Saudi Arabia and Iran during Foreign Affairs hearing
Hearing Clash Between Rubio and Sherman During a House hearing on Thursday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio found himself in an intense exchange with Rep. Brad Sherman, who pressured him to answer questions with straightforward “yes” or “no” responses. Rubio reminded Sherman that these discussions were far from a game show. In front of the […]
Is Saudi Arabia truly worse than Western countries influenced by DEI?
Trump’s Diplomatic Approach Faces Criticism Donald Trump’s vigorous attempts to establish ties with Arab leaders have drawn criticism from some neoconservative commentators. A notable example is Rich Raleigh’s article, “The Trump Doctrine,” in the New York Post, which highlights perceived inconsistencies in Trump’s domestic policy while echoing a neoconservative diplomatic perspective. Rory contrasts Trump’s aims […]
OpenAI Leader Sam Altman Supports Donald Trump’s AI Chip Agreements with UAE and Saudi Arabia, Criticizes ‘Naive’ Opponents
Sam Altman Supports AI Partnership Amid Criticism OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, is defending a significant AI partnership involving US firms and Gulf countries, organized with the help of former President Donald Trump. He called out the critics of this deal for being “naive.” During his recent visit to the Middle East, Trump unveiled several agreements […]