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In some cases, of the three components of a state, the territorial component (second) appears to be more important than the demographic component (first). Even though the population factor is the pillar of the national tent, without the population factor, the nation would not have been established in the first place. Without a safe zone that can protect against all dangers lurking from within and without, the stability of the national project, and ultimately its survival, cannot be guaranteed.In other words, there are two types of borders that separate the beginning of one (state’s) sovereignty from another. The first is…

As Saudi Vision 2030 aims to raise the private sector’s contribution to gross domestic product to 65% by 2030, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the Private Sector Forum continue to strengthen their position as one of the leading economic platforms for strengthening partnerships between the public and private sectors.PIF is considered one of the most influential investment bodies at the global level, given its role in directing investments to new and promising sectors and contributing to reshaping the character of the regional and global economy, in addition to supporting the Saudi economic transformation path.Supports local content PIF’s role in…

Follow Okaz channel on WhatsApp Together with the Custodian of the Camel Festival of the Two Holy Mosques, we spent 10 days in Riyad Al Majid and Riyad Al Ezz, during which we read about the past that lives with us, the present that we live in, and the future. That title includes details that will please all who love us and anger those who hate us.Al-Janadriyah, representing the title of Leader, lives within us through the characteristics of yesterday and today and rereads its characteristics in actions among us in relation to the country in which we live.The festival,…

US President Donald Trump is preparing to launch a strategic stockpile of critical minerals project with an initial value of $12 billion aimed at protecting US companies from supply chain shocks and reducing dependence on China.U.S. government officials told Bloomberg that the project is being financed with $10 billion in loans from the U.S. Export-Import Bank, as well as $1.67 billion in private capital.Participating companiesOfficials added that the project would also include rare earth elements such as gallium and cobalt, as well as critical minerals, used to make products such as iPhones, batteries and jet engines.More than a dozen companies…

Invest Qatar, the Qatar Investment Promotion Authority, announced a strategic partnership with EnergyX to support the company’s expansion in Qatar. Under the agreement, the two companies will collaborate to establish EnergyX’s global command center and international headquarters in Qatar, positioning Qatar as a strategic home for the company’s deep technology roadmap, global integration, applied AI operations, and future manufacturing and export operations. As part of the partnership, Invest Qatar will provide EnergyX with comprehensive support, including access to market intelligence, guidance on the business and regulatory environment, assistance with business start-up and expansion, and introductions to relevant public sector stakeholders.…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Media Minister Salman Al Dossary announced the launch of 12 new media initiatives, including a media innovation camp and a virtual broadcaster program, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and transforming media concepts into sustainable business models.The announcement was made during the opening ceremony of the 5th Saudi Media Forum 2026 held in Riyadh on Monday. The three-day forum, held under the patronage of King Salman, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, will bring together more than 300 media leaders, experts and decision-makers from more than 20 countries on four continents. This global gathering will be held under…

On February 1, Amman City Airport (ADJ) welcomed Kuwait’s leading low-cost airline Jazeera Air for its first flight from Kuwait to ADJ. This flight marked a milestone as Jazeera Airways became the first airline to operate scheduled direct commercial flights between the two airports. Jazeera Air has been flying to Amman for nearly 20 years and this inaugural service to ADJ will further strengthen air connectivity between Jordan and Kuwait, providing passengers with a faster and more convenient gateway to the capital. Located just 10 kilometers from central Amman, Amman City Airport allows for shorter transfer times and a more…

Perched atop a historic hill at the crossroads of civilizations, Palestine’s Sebastia ruins are a witness to thousands of years of accumulated history, from the Byzantine and Roman eras to the Islamic and Ottoman eras. However, this rich archaeological landscape is today threatened not by the factor of time but by widespread confiscation decisions that cause concern for small town residents and threaten their sources of livelihood and identity.Measures to isolate people in the West BankThe Guardian reports that Israeli occupation authorities have announced a major “archaeological development” project that Palestinians see as another step in isolating them from their…

The Saudi-Turkish Investment Forum will be held tomorrow in Riyadh in the presence of officials from both countries, private sector leaders and businesses. The objective is to strengthen economic and investment cooperation in various fields, discuss aspects of cooperation in areas of common interest between the two countries, and explore investment opportunities in the Kingdom.The forum’s activities will include presentations on investments in both countries and discussion sessions on a number of topics aimed at strengthening bilateral relations in various areas.economic planningThe forum will include a bilateral meeting of private sector representatives from both countries to discuss opportunities for cooperation…

Commodities markets fell on Monday, led by sharp declines in gold, silver, oil and industrial metals, while precious metals fell for a second session on a selloff sparked by President Donald Trump’s selection of Kevin Warsh to be the next US Federal Reserve chairman. Gold and silver rose 30% and 71% to record highs in January before starting to decline. Losses spilled over into the stock market as investors dumped other assets to cover losses in precious metals. Global stocks fell for a third day in a row, led by sharp declines across Asia and Europe, with basic resources stocks…