Arabinform
The Ronaldo Doctrine: How One Footballer Became Saudi Arabia’s Most Valuable Investment
Cristiano Ronaldo has evolved from a football signing into a platform for Saudi tourism, media expansion and economic…
The Post-Hormuz World: How One Strait Redrew the Global Order
The Hormuz crisis has transformed a regional confrontation into a global test of energy security, maritime order and…
Saudi Arabia’s New Economic Test: From Megaprojects to Measurable Returns
Saudi Arabia’s diversification agenda is moving from headline megaprojects toward financial discipline, project feasibility and measurable returns. The…
The Gulf’s New Security Bargain: Autonomy Without Abandoning America
The article argues that Gulf security is shifting from passive dependence on US guarantees toward a hybrid model…
Saudi-Style Venture Capital: Why Founders Now Need a Riyadh Strategy
Saudi Arabia is becoming MENA’s leading VC hub because capital, regulation and market demand are converging. Startups can…
Saudi Arabia’s Hormuz Shock Absorber: Resilience, but Not Immunity
Saudi Arabia appears better placed than most Gulf economies to absorb a Hormuz disruption, but its resilience depends…
Visa-Free Access Expands Globally, but with Strategic Caveats
Visa-free travel continues to expand globally, driven by economic and technological incentives. However, entry privileges vary widely, with…
Arab and Chinese Capital Reconsiders Europe Amid Asset Freeze Fallout
The EU's indefinite freeze of Russian sovereign assets has caused Arab and Chinese investors to question Europe's reliability…
The US-Saudi Push to Reshape the Critical Minerals Market
The US-Saudi alliance seeks to build an alternative critical minerals supply chain to reduce dependency on China. Through…
Saudi Arabia and Russia Sign Visa Waiver Agreement to Boost Bilateral Investment
Saudi Arabia and Russia signed a mutual visa exemption agreement during a high-level investment forum in Riyadh, alongside…
Saudi Sovereign Fund Eyes Europe Amid Diversification Push
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is expanding its European portfolio as part of a broader strategy to diversify…
Lebanon Eyes Economic Revival Amid Gulf Tourism Comeback
Lebanon anticipates an economic revival driven by the return of Gulf tourists, with potential benefits for the hospitality…
Saudi-American Arms Deal Signals Strategic Shift Amid Regional Realignment
Saudi Arabia has signed a $3.5 billion arms deal with the United States, signaling deeper strategic cooperation amid…
Saudi Companies Boost Dividend Payouts Amid Market Shifts
Saudi Arabia’s listed companies distributed over SAR 500 billion in dividends in 2024, led by Aramco and major…
Trump’s Second Term: A Fast Start With Fading Momentum
Donald Trump’s second term began with bold initiatives and rapid executive actions, but his agenda faces legal setbacks,…