This announcement is a follow up on the “Saudi Government Warning: Strict Legal Penalties for Sharing Missile or Drone Impact Footage“, which was issued by Saudi’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) and Ministry of Defense (MOD).
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The warning is self-explanatory and applies to all citizens and residents.
@MOISaudiArabia
Filming, publishing, or sharing information related to countering missiles and drones and their impact sites exposes you to legal liability.#Ministry_of_Interior pic.twitter.com/wWJLmwKLli
— وزارة الداخلية 🇸🇦 (@MOISaudiArabia) March 27, 2026
@MODGovKSA
تصوير أو نشر أو تداول معلومات ذات صلة بالتصدي للصواريخ والطائرات المسيَّرة ومواقع سقوطها يُعرِّضك للمساءلة القانونية.
Filming, publishing, or sharing information related to countering missiles and drones and their impact sites exposes you to legal liability#وزارة_الدفاع pic.twitter.com/UVriqWmyVZ
— وزارة الدفاع (@modgovksa) March 27, 2026
Tesla has officially launch its showroom and service center in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Located in Bujairi Terrace in historic Diriyah.
In an article on AP, “The facility will offer models, including Model 3, Model Y and the Cybertruck, and pop-up stores are also opening in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam.”
Just like in the Philippines, Tesla KSA will initially offer the Model 3 and the Model Y crossover in the country. The Model 3 is the EV sedan, while the New Model Y is the crossover EV.
Model 3 will available 4 variants; the Rear–Wheel Drive, Long Range Rear–Wheel Drive (RWD), Long Range All–Wheel Drive (AWD) and Performance AWD.
The base model for the Model 3 (RWD) will have an estimated range of 513km, top speed of 201 km/h and with an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 6.21 secs.
Model 3
- Rear–Wheel Drive – SAR 169,990.00
- Long Range Rear–Wheel Drive (RWD) – SAR 189,990.00
- Long Range All–Wheel Drive (AWD) – SAR 199,990.00
- Performance All–Wheel Drive (AWD) – SAR 224,990.00
The Model Y on the other hand will be available in 3 variants; Rear–Wheel Drive, Long Range Rear–Wheel Drive (RWD) and Long Range All–Wheel Drive (AWD).
The base model for the Model Y (RWD) on the other hand will have an estimated range of 455km, top speed of 217km/h and with an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 6.9 secs.
Model Y
- Rear–Wheel Drive – SAR 199,990.00
- Long Range Rear–Wheel Drive (RWD) – SAR 219,990.00
- Long Range All–Wheel Drive (AWD)) – SAR 299,990.00
Tesla KSA offers Cash, Lease or 50/50 Lease when buying any of their offerings.
This article was originally published on allthingsev.net as Tesla opens its first showroom and service center in Saudi Arabia.
معًا دومًا، في أي وقت، وأي مكان.#NintendoSwitch2 ينطلق في 5 يونيو! pic.twitter.com/2fRUlSnguA
— نينتندو السعودية (الممثل الرسمي) (@NintendoSaudi) April 2, 2025
Good news for those who are in Saudi Arabia, the recently announce Nintendo Switch 2 is now available for pre-order.
Here are the pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the Kingdom.
- Nintendo Switch 2 with Joy-Con 2 Controller – SAR 1,999.00
- Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World – SAR 2,199.00
As for the accessories;
- Nintendo Switch 2 Camera – SAR 279.00
- Nintendo Joy-Con 2 (L)/(R) Controller – SAR 399.00
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller – SAR 359.00
Pre-order period will until June 5th with shipping and collection is expected to start between June 2nd to June 10th, 2025.
To pre-order, you can to Jarir.
Tesla is about to open its first shop in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The launch event will be at the Bujairi Terrace on April 10. There the company will showcase their “global bestselling lineup and step into a world powered by solar energy, sustained by batteries, and driven by electric vehicles.”
Tesla also plans to show their newest product/service the Cybercab a.k.a. the Robotaxi, an upcoming two-passenger battery-electric self-driving car and Optimus, “a general purpose, bi-pedal, autonomous humanoid robot capable of performing unsafe, repetitive or boring tasks.”
If you are interested in attending the Tesla launch event, you can sign up here.
This article was originally published on allthingsev.net as Tesla opening its first store in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Here are the price of the new iPad Air with M3 Chip in Saudi Arabia
iPad Air 11‑inch
- Wifi Only
- 128GB – SAR2,699.00
- 256GB – SAR3,149.00
- 512GB – SAR4,049.00
- Wi-Fi + Cellular
- 128GB – SAR3,349.00
- 256GB – SAR3,849.00
- 512GB – SAR4,749.00
iPad Air 13‑inch
- Wifi Only
- 128GB – SAR3,699.00
- 256GB – SAR4,149.00
- 512GB – SAR5,049.00
- Wi-Fi + Cellular
- 128GB – SAR4,349.00
- 256GB – SAR4,849.00
Apple Magic Tablet Keyboard
- For 11-inches iPad Air – SAR 1,349.00
- For 13-inches iPad Air – SAR 1,449.00
The new iPad Air with M3 Chip and the new Apple Magic Tablet Keyboard is now available for pre-order and will be available in Apple Authorized Resellers, starting March 12th.
The new Macbook Air with M4 Chip is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia and below are the pricing.
13-inches Macbook Air
- 16GB RAM and 256 GB SSD Storage: SR 4,499.00
- 16GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 5,449.00
- 24GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 6,399.00
15-inches Macbook Air
- 16GB RAM and 256 GB SSD Storage: SR 5,499.00
- 16GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 6,449.00
- 24GB RAM and 512 GB SSD Storage: SR 7,399.00
Even though it’s not yet available for order or pre-order, Apple already provided the pricing for the new iPhone 16e.
Available in Black and White colors in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities, the new iPhone 16e will have a starting price of ₱39,900.00 for the 128GB model, ₱46,990.00 for the 256GB and ₱58,990.00 for the 512GB.
Officially announced last Feb 19th, the iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inches Super Retina XDR OLED display, similar to the iPhone 14, the A18 chip that use the iPhone 16 with support for Apple Intelligence, no Touch ID, one 48 MP rear camera and a 12MP front facing camera. It will also have the Action button and the new Apple C1, the first cellular modem designed by Apple. The iPhone 16e will also be using a USB-C port for data and charging.
Apple did not specifically mentioned the capacity but instead said that it will have Up to 26 hours video playback, up to 21 hours if video streaming and it supports fast charging with up to 50% charge in 30 minutes using a 20W adapter. Just like with the previous iPhones it will also support Qi charger for its wireless charging features. You can checkout the full specs here.
The just announced iPhone 16e is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia. You can place your pre-order on the leading telecom and retailer in the Kingdom.
The iPhone 16e will be only be available in Black and White colors in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities, with starting price of SAR2,799.00 for the 128GB model, SAR3,299.00 for the 256GB and SAR4,299.00 for the 512GB. Pre-order period will be until February 28th 2025 and will start shipping or can be collected until March 7th 2025.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially unveil the symbol for the Saudi Riyals.
In a press release by Saudi Central Bank (SAMA);
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, approved today, February 20, 2025, the Saudi riyal symbol; a historic move that will reinforce the Saudi currency’s identity.
The Governor of the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), H.E. Ayman M. Al-Sayari, extends his profound appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for launching the Saudi riyal symbol.
Al-Sayari noted that this decision reinforces Saudi Arabia’s financial identity, locally, regionally, and internationally. He indicated that the implementation of the new symbol will be gradual for financial and commercial transactions, with coordination across all relevant entities.
The agency explained that “the Saudi riyal symbol, developed to the highest technical standards, embodies the Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage, carrying the name of our national currency “Riyal” in a design derived from Arabic calligraphy. The symbol will streamline the representation of the Saudi riyal in local, regional, and international contexts, making it suitable for use in referring to the Saudi riyal in all financial and commercial transactions.”
Before the announcement of the Saudi Riyals symbol, SAR, SR or the Arabic equivalent ريال or الريال السعودي, is the one being used.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, a major public transport project in Saudi Arabia. The metro network spans 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud expressed gratitude to the King for his support and visionary leadership.
Riyadh Metro will initially open 3 lines by December 1st, then another 2 line on the 15th of December and the remaining line on the first week of January.
December 1, 2024
- Line 1 – Blue
- Line 4 – Gold/Yellow
- Line 6 – Purple
December 15, 2024
- Line 2 – Red
- Line 5 – Green
January 5, 2024
- Line 3 – Orange
The project was launched following comprehensive studies on Riyadh’s public transport needs and is designed to meet the city’s current and future mobility requirements. The Riyadh Metro is expected to significantly enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030.
You can now get your Apple Mac Mini M4 from Jarir and below are the pricelist.
M4 Processor (10-core CPU and 10-core GPU
- 16GB RAM + 256GB Storage – SR2,799
- 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR3,749
- 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR4,699
M4 Pro Processor (12-core CPU and 16-core GPU)
- 24GB RAM + 512GB Storage – SR6,699
Announced last month, the Mac Mini is one of the cheapest Macs that you can buy and the base model M4, 16GB RAM and 256GB Storage is probably the best deal for a new Mac.
Specs of Mac Mini with M4 chips;
- Dimesnion (DxWxH): 5.0 inches x 5.0 inches x 2.0 inches
- Processor: M4, M4 Pro
- 16GB unified RAM, configurable up to 64GB
- 256GB SSD, configurable up to 8TB
- Built-in speaker
- 3.5 mm headphone jack with advanced support for high-impedance headphones
- HDMI port
- Two USB-C ports with support for USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)
- Thunderbolt 4/Thunderbolt 5 ports
- USB 4
- Gigabit Ethernet ports
- DisplayPort
- Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet Connectivity
- Weight:
- M4 – 1.5 pounds (0.67 kg)
- M4 Pro- 1.6 pounds (0.73 kg)
The new iPad Mini is now available for preorder in Saudi Arabia and here are the pricing in the Kingdom.
Pricing
Wifi Only
- 128GB: SAR 2,299.00
- 256GB: SAR 2,749.00
- 512GB: SAR 3649.00
Wifi + Cellular
- 128GB: SAR 2,299.00
- 256GB: SAR 3,449.00
- 512GB: SAR 4,349.00
Announced last week, the new iPad Mini features the A17 Pro chip and with its advanced neural engine, the new iPad Mini will support Apple Intelligence once the free software update with iPadOS 18.1 becomes available later this month.
Here’s the spec of the new iPad Mini;
- Display: 8.3-inch FHD+ (2266 x 1488) Liquid Retina display with Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) support
- Processor: Apple A17 Pro
- Storage: 128GB, 256GB and 512GB
- Rear Camera: 12MP wide rear camera, Up to 4K video recording
- Front Camera: 12MP ultra wide front camera, up to 1080p HD video @up to 60 fps
- Audio: Stereo speakers, 2x microphones
- Cellular: 5G (sub‑6 GHz) with 4×4 MIMO, Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO
- Wireless: Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.3
- Location: (All models) Digital compass, Wi-Fi and iBeacon microlocation, (Wi-Fi + Cellular models) GPS/GNSS and Cellular
- Sensor: Touch ID, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Barometer and Ambient light sensor
- Sim:eSIM
- OS: iPadOS 18
- AI: Apple Intelligence
- Battery: Built-in 19.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery with 20W fast charging
- Colors: Space Gray, Blue, Purple, Starlight
- Dimension: 195.4 mm (Height) x 134.8 mm (Width) x 6.3 mm (Thickness)
- Weight: 293 grams (Wifi), 297 grams (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
Preorders will be ship by October 23rd.
More than 2 weeks since being announced, the Sony Playstation 5 Pro is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia.
This is what’s included in the box.
PS5® Pro Console Box Contents
- PS5® Pro console
- 1x DualSense® wireless controller
- 2TB SSD built-in storage
- 2 Horizontal Stand Feet
- HDMI® cable
- AC power cord
- printed materials
- ASTRO’s PLAYROOM (Pre-installed game)
From Sony World, the official Sony distributor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said that the PlayStation 5 Pro will be available in store by 7th November 2024 and with a retail price of SAR 3,399.00 or around ₱50,717.15 with the current exchange rate. If the release of the PS 5Pro will be similar to its predecessor, then expect a shortage of the gaming console once it become available, specially this holiday season.
The iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max is now available for pre-order in Saudi and below are the pricing.
iPhone 16;
- 128GB – SAR 3,799.00
- 256GB – SAR 4,299.00
- 512GB – SAR 5,299.00
iPhone 16 Plus;
- 128GB – SAR 4,199.00
- 256GB – SAR 4,699.00
- 512GB – SAR 5,699.00
iPhone 16 Pro;
- 128GB – SAR 4,699.00
- 256GB – SAR 5,199.00
- 512GB – SAR 6,199.00
- 1TB – SAR 7,199.00
iPhone 16 Pro Max;
- 256GB – SAR 5,699.00
- 512GB – SAR 6,699.00
- 1TB – SAR 7,699.00
The new iPhones are available for pre-order in any of the local retailer and leading telecom in the Kingdom.
To know more about the new iPhones, you can checkout the links below.
Xiaomi Saudi Arabia has announced that the Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7 Wifi and 4G is now available in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The two new tablets was officially announced earlier this week. Both the Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7 Wifi and 4G have identical specs except for the Wifi and 4G capabilities.
In a nutshell, the Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7 is a mid-level tablet that’s perfect for first time tablet buyers and looking for the perfect balance of performance and entertainment. Here are the pricing for the two tablets from Jarir;
Redmi Pad SE 8.7 (Wifi)
- 6GB + 128GB – SAR 549.00
Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G
- 6GB + 128GB – SAR 599.00
You can checkout the specs comparison for the Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7 Wifi and 4G;
| Redmi Pad SE 8.7 | Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 8.7″ LCD, 1340×800 resolution, 5:3 aspect ratio, up to 90Hz refresh rate, up to 600 nits (Outdoor) brightness, 84.41% screen-to-body ratio. | 8.7″ LCD, 1340×800 resolution, 5:3 aspect ratio, up to 90Hz refresh rate, up to 600 nits (Outdoor) brightness, 84.41% screen-to-body ratio. |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G8512nm process, octa-core Arm Cortex-A75 @ 2.0GHz/ Arm Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz | MediaTek Helio G8512nm process, octa-core Arm Cortex-A75 @ 2.0GHz/ Arm Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage | 64GB, 128 GB EMMC 5.1, expandable up to 2TB via microSD | 64GB, 128 GB EMMC 5.1, expandable up to 2TB via microSD |
| RAM | 4GB, 6GB | 4GB, 6GB |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS, Android U | Xiaomi HyperOS, Android U |
| Rear camera | 8MP (wide), f/2.0 aperture , 1.12μm pixel size, up to 1080P 1920×1080 30fps video recording | 8MP (wide), f/2.0 aperture , 1.12μm pixel size, up to 1080P 1920×1080 30fps video recording |
| Front camera | 5MP (wide), f/2.2 aperture , 1.12μm pixel size, up to 1080P 1920×1080 30fps video recording | 5MP (wide), f/2.2 aperture , 1.12μm pixel size, up to 1080P 1920×1080 30fps video recording |
| Audio | 1 mic, dual speakers, Dolby Atmos® supported, 3.5mm headphone jack | 1 mic, dual speakers, Dolby Atmos® supported, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Network & Connectivity | Wi-Fi5 dual-band (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.3, FM band | Dual SIM + microSD, 2G (GSM)/3G (WCDMA)/4G LTE (FDD/TDD), Wi-Fi5 dual-band (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.3, FM band |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Hall sensor, IR blaster, Virtual proximity sensor, Virtual light sensor | Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Hall sensor, IR blaster, Virtual proximity sensor, Virtual light sensor |
| Dimensions (HxWxT) | 211.58mm x 125.48mm x 8.8 mm | 211.58mm x 125.48mm x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 373 gm | 375 gm |
| Battery | 6650mAh battery supports 18W fast charging (USB Type-C) | 6650mAh battery supports 18W fast charging (USB Type-C) |
| Colors | Graphite Gray, Aurora Green, Sky Blue | Graphite Gray, Aurora Green, Sky Blue |
اكتشف Redmi Pad Se 8.7 الذي يجمع بين خفة الوزن والأداء المتميز .
يأتي بشاشة صغيرة بحجم 8.7 إنش، ويوفر تجربة مشاهدة واضحة مع معدل تحديث 90 هرتز، كما يتوفر بإصدار 4G يناسب جميع احتياجاتك الترفيهية.
— شاومي السعودية | Xiaomi KSA (@XiaomiKSA_) August 21, 2024
Esports World Cup is still on going and will not conclude until 25th August, so the numbers are still under wraps but as of today, the Saudi Press Agency is reporting that Esports World Cup, which is currently being hosted in Riyadh Boulevard City, saw a large number of “guests and visitors from Gulf and other countries.”
There are a total of 500 clubs from different countries and more than 1,500 players participating in the Esports World Cup, the largest event in the history of the gaming and esports sector.
via SPA;
Amer Al-Marri, a visitor from Qatar, expressed his fondness for the distinguished and global organization of the tournament, indicating that coming from Doha along with a group of friends was specifically to attend this global event. He praised the professional level of competitions thanks to the participation of skilled players and qualified teams around the world. The visitor also expressed his admiration for the atmosphere in the Boulevard Riyadh City, through various entertainment activities and events that fit everyone’s taste.
Mohammed bin Mubarak, a visitor from Bahrain, explained that he came with his brothers and other relatives to attend the Esports World Cup. He hailed the great efforts of the Kingdom in receiving the participants and the professional and wonderful organization of the tournament, noting that Riyadh has become a global destination for tourism, entertainment, and sports.
Aside from the usual spots in Boulevard Riyadh City, tourists also explored historical and tourist sites in Riyadh.
Samsung official announced the AI powered Galaxy Flip6 and Galaxy Fold6 and if you are in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, these two new folding smartphones from Samsung are now available for preorder and below are the price;
Samsung Galaxy Flip6
- 12GB RAM + 256 GB Storage – SAR 4,399.00
- 12GB RAM + 512 GB Storage – SAR 4,899.00
Preorders will include 1 Year Samsung Care+, Clear Case with Ring and 15% off Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds
Samsung Galaxy Fold6
- 12GB RAM + 256 GB Storage – SAR 7,299.00
- 12GB RAM + 512 GB Storage – SAR 7,799.00
- 12GB RAM + 1 TB Storage – SAR 8,799.00
Preorders will include 1 Year Samsung Care+, Slim S-Pen Case and 15% off Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds
For specs and other details
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Saudi Arabia’s National Olympic Committee (NOC) have announced a 12-year partnership to host the Olympic Esports Games.
The Esports Games will be held regularly, but details like specific timing, game titles, qualification process, and venue selection are still under discussion by the IOC Session.
Saudi Arabia is currenting hosting the inaugural Esports World Cup in Riyadh Boulevard City. The Esports World Cup will be 8 week event the started last July 10th.
IOC President Thomas Bach announces that the Executive Board has proposed the creation of 'Olympic Esports Games' to the 142nd IOC Session.
The IOC Members will vote on this proposal at the Session during the Olympic Games Paris 2024. pic.twitter.com/lIBUCxm2kK
— IOC MEDIA (@iocmedia) June 14, 2024
You can read the full text of IOC press announcement here.
If you are in Saudi and want to preorder the new Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, below are the pricing from the top retailer in the Kingdom.
Apple Watch Series 9
Aluminum
41mm
GPS – SR1,849.00
GPS + Cellular – SR2,249.00
45mm
GPS – SR1,969.00
GPS + Cellular – SR2,379.00
Stainless Steel
41mm (GPS + Cellular)
Rubber Band – SR3,149.00
Stainless steel Band – SR3,349.00
45mm (GPS + Cellular)
Rubber Band – SR3,379.00
Textile Band – SR3,379.00
Stainless steel Band – SR3,579.00
Apple Watch Ultra 2 on ALL BANDS – SR3,599.00
Just like with the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pros, the new Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 will be available on Sept 22nd.
The recently announced ‘yellow’ iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus is now available for pre-order in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The pricing of the Yellow iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are as follows;
iPhone 14
- 128 GB – SAR 3,799.00
- 256 GB – SAR 4,299.00
- 512 GB – SAR 5,299.00
iPhone 14 Plus
- 128 GB – SAR 4,199.00
- 256 GB – SAR 4,699.00
- 512 GB – SAR 5,899.00
You can place your pre-order to your favorite retailers; Jarir, Extra, Xcite and Virgin Megastore.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud announced in a royal decree that the Kingdom will celebrate March 11 every year as a special day for the Saudi flag named “Flag Day”.
Here’s the full text of the royal decree;
The decree said that this is based on the value of the national flag extending throughout the history of the Saudi state since its founding in 1139 AH corresponding to 1727 AD, which symbolizes the testimony of monotheism (There is no God but Allah) in its middle which is the message of peace and Islam on which this blessed state was based; and the sword symbolizes strength, dignity, the height of wisdom and status. For nearly three centuries, the flag is a witness to the country’s unification campaigns waged by the Saudi state, and the citizens of this country have considered it as a banner of pride and lofty out of belief in the great importance of the flag as a manifestation of the state, its strength, sovereignty, and a symbol of cohesion, coalition and national unity.
Whereas, the 27th of Dhu al-Hijjah 1355 AH corresponding to March 11, 1937 AD, is the day when the Founder late King Abdulaziz endorsed the flag in the form that we see today fluttering with its great connotations that refer to monotheism, justice, strength, development and prosperity.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the launching of Ceer – “the first Saudi electric vehicle brand that will contribute to Saudi Arabia’s automotive manufacturing sector.” The announcement is part of PIR and Saudi’s plan to diversify the country’s economy, as it moves away from oil dependency.
Ceer will also contribute to Kingdom’s “efforts towards carbon emissions reduction and driving sustainability to address the impact of climate change.” In the official announcement published by Saudi Press Agency (SPA), his Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) said;
Saudi Arabia is not just building a new automotive brand, we are igniting a new industry and an ecosystem that attracts international and local investments, creates job opportunities for local talent, enables the private sector, and contributes to increasing Saudi Arabia’s GDP over the next decade, as part of PIF’s strategy to drive the economic growth in line with Vision 2030.
Ceer is the first Saudi automotive brand that will will design, manufacture and sell a range of electric vehicles for consumers in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. It is projected that Ceer will attract more than US$150 million of foreign direct investment, and create up to 30,000 direct and indirect jobs. Ceer is projected to directly contribute US$8 billion to Saudi Arabia’s GDP by 2034.
Ceer motors, the company behind Ceer, is a joint venture between PIF and Foxconn, will be using technology from BMW for its vehicle development process. Foxconn will also develop the electrical architecture of the vehicle, to power its infotainment, connectivity and autonomous driving technologies. Each vehicle will be designed and manufactured in Saudi Arabia, and will be tested to the highest global automotive quality control and safety standards. Ceer vehicles are expected to be on the road by 2025.
Source: SPA, ceermotors.com
In a Royal Decree, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed Bin Salman have been appointed by King Salman as the Prime Minister of the Kingdom, Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s appointment was made with the exemption to the provision of Article 56 of the Basic Law of Governance, and the relevant provisions contained in the Law of the Council of Ministers.
The Royal Decree also states that Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Khalid Bin Salman will be the Kingdom’s Minister of Defense and Yousef Bin Abdullah Al-Benyan as the Minister of Education.
The King appointed Talal Bin Abdullah Al-Otaibi as assistant minister of defense.
Source: Saudi Gazette
Image: SPA
Great news for our kababayan wanting to find jobs in Saudi Arabia, since the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) of the Republic of the Philippines and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to RESUME the deployment of Filipino workers to the Kingdom starting 7th November 2022.
You can read the joint statement of Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) of the Republic of the Philippines and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) below;
The announcement was posted on official Facebook page of Philippine Embassy in Saudi Arabia.
Malacañang statement on the launching of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Labor Reform Initiative
Image: Malacañan Palace logo
The statement is in response to Saudi Arabia’s new labor reforms that was announced last Wednesday, November 18, 2020.
Source: @PTVph