Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s spending strains banks’ balance sheets
Banks have helped cover the government’s fiscal deficit in the first quarter of 2024
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Aramco will seek to manage rapid industry change
Aramco’s cancellation of its planned oilfield expansion reflects the challenges posed by decarbonisation
Saudi ArabiaRiyadh’s judicial reforms will help drive investments
The government seeks a modern judicial system for business under the overarching authority of Sharia (Islamic law)
Saudi ArabiaSaudi capital spending allocations are on the rise
The government has issued an expansionary budget for 2024, with capital expenditure set at just over USD50bn
Saudi ArabiaRiyadh will expand international defence cooperation
The government plans to grow and increasingly nationalise its defence sector by 2030
Saudi ArabiaRussia will consolidate strong ties in the Gulf
A rare diplomatic visit by Vladimir Putin to the UAE and Saudi Arabia exemplifies Moscow’s foreign policy in the Gulf
RussiaRiyadh will edge into a more visible role in Africa
Geopolitical and economic imperatives are driving Riyadh’s increasing interest in the continent
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia's EV market growth will be gradual
The government is establishing the foundations for a domestic EV market
Saudi ArabiaForeign firms' influx will accelerate Saudi change
Global companies are considering arrangements to meet pending Saudi requirements for in-country regional representation
Saudi Arabia
