A little part of every fashion enthusiast’s heart cried when new broke the Barney New York files for bankruptcy earlier this year. Yet, a new beginning may be in store for the acclaimed American department store as Arabian Oud, a Saudi-based retail group recently made a bit to procure it. Partnering up with U.S. investment … Continue reading BUSINESS | Why Barneys New York Might Make Its Way To Saudi Arabia
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ART & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | The Fourth Edition Of Saudi Arabia’s Renowned King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Scheduled For November 1
When it comes to camels, no other nation does it better than Saudi Arabia, a country known for feats such as setting a world record in September last year for its Crown Prince Camel Festival, named the World’s Largest Camel Sporting Event in 2018, and this year for Princess Jamila Bint Abdul Majeed Bin Saud … Continue reading ART & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | The Fourth Edition Of Saudi Arabia’s Renowned King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Scheduled For November 1
EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN | Saudi Women Must Meet These Requirements To Join The Kingdom’s Army
With Saudi Arabia now welcoming to join their armed forces, there might be a few things women interested in joining may have to consider. The kingdom announced just last week, that Saudi women would now have opportunities within the country’s armed forces, with roles at the Ministry of Defense such as sergeant, deputy sergeant, caporal, … Continue reading EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN | Saudi Women Must Meet These Requirements To Join The Kingdom’s Army
LIFE | Saudi Arabia To Deliver First Batch Of Premium Residency Next Month
Saudi Arabia is expected to deliver the first batch of premium residence permits in mid-November. The Saudi government announced in June that it would start receiving application for those who wish to obtain special residency through the comprehensive electronic platform, SAPRC. The premium residency offers two options: the first: a permanent residency in Saudi Arabia, … Continue reading LIFE | Saudi Arabia To Deliver First Batch Of Premium Residency Next Month
ART & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | MiSK Art Institute Showcase Saudi Culture in Venice
VENICE/ITALY – MiSK Art Institute Affiliated to Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation (MiSK) held a panel discussion on participation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the 58th Venice Biennale 2019 Art Exhibition in Venice through the Saudi national pavilion “After Illusion”, a cultural project supported by the Ministry of Culture and implemented by MiSK Art … Continue reading ART & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | MiSK Art Institute Showcase Saudi Culture in Venice
TRAVEL2SAUDI | Saudi Arabia Opens Tourist Visas to U.S., European Visa Holders
RIYADH/SAUDI ARABIA, October 13, 2019 – Tourist visas for Saudi Arabia are now available online and on arrival to holidaymakers who already hold a visa from the United States, Britain or the EU’s Schengen zone, expanding eligibility beyond an initial list of 49 countries. The conservative Muslin kingdom, relatively closed off for decades, launched a … Continue reading TRAVEL2SAUDI | Saudi Arabia Opens Tourist Visas to U.S., European Visa Holders
TRAVEL | Saudi Arabia Allows Foreign Men And Women To Share Hotel Rooms
Saudi Arabia is allowing foreign men and women to rent hotel rooms together without proving they are related, after the conservation Muslim kingdom launched a new tourist visa regime to attract holidaymakers. Women, including Saudis, are also permitted to rent hotel rooms by themselves, in a break with previous regulations. The moves appear to pave … Continue reading TRAVEL | Saudi Arabia Allows Foreign Men And Women To Share Hotel Rooms
EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN – In First, Saudi Women To Be Enlisted In Army
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Women in Saudi Arabia will be allowed to join the army as soldiers for the first time in yet another step to empower females in the country, Saudi newspaper Asharq Al Awsat reported Thursday. The Saudi Defense Ministry has allowed women’s enlistment for military jobs with ranks from the private soldier … Continue reading EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN – In First, Saudi Women To Be Enlisted In Army
ARTS & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | Saudi Arabia Implements Public Decency Code As It Opens To Tourists
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, September 28, 2019 – Saudi Arabia said on Saturday it would issue fines for 19 offence related to public decency, such as immodest dress and public displays of affection, as the Muslim kingdom opens up to foreign tourists. The Interior decision accompanies the launch of a visa regime allowing holidaymakers from 49 … Continue reading ARTS & CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT | Saudi Arabia Implements Public Decency Code As It Opens To Tourists
TRAVEL | Saudi Arabia Opens To Tourists With Investment Appeal And No Abaya Rule
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Saudi Arabia threw open its doors to foreign tourists on Friday, launching a new visa regime for 49 countries and appealing to foreign companies to invest in a sector it hopes will contribute 10% of gross domestic product by 2030. The ulta-conservative Muslim kingdom, relatively closed off for decades, has in … Continue reading TRAVEL | Saudi Arabia Opens To Tourists With Investment Appeal And No Abaya Rule
