| Area Total | 2,149,690 sq km |
| Climate | harsh, dry desert with great temperature extremes |
| Natural Resources | petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, gold, copper |
| Imports | China 15.4%, US 13.6%, UAE 6.5%, Germany 5.8%, Japan 4.1%, India 4.1%, South Korea 4% (2017) – machinery and equipment, foodstuffs, chemicals, motor vehicles, textiles |
| Government | absolute monarchy |
| Capital | Riyadh |
| Population | 33,091,113 (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Arab 90%, Afro-Asian 10% |
| Language | Arabic (official) |
| Exports | Japan 12.2%, China 11.7%, South Korea 9%, India 8.9%, US 8.3%, UAE 6.7%, Singapore 4.2% (2017) – Exports – commodities field listing petroleum and petroleum products 90% (2012 est.) |
News about Saudi Arabia
- HR Ministry inspectors detect 1910 midday work ban violations
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Inspection teams from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has conducted more than 17,000 field visits across the Kingdom to ensure that establishments
- 2,748 new urban heritage sites registered in Saudi Arabia
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Heritage Commission announced on Monday the registration of 2,748 new urban heritage sites on the National Register of Urban Heritage, bringing the total to 36,919 registered
- Nazaha arrests 138 government employees over corruption charges
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) has arrested 138 government employees over various corruption charges. Some of the arrested persons were released on
- Saudi Arabia launches SR1.5 billion Estrdad initiative to refund government fees for SMEs
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia on Monday announced the launch of the second edition of the Estrdad initiative, a government fee refund program worth SR1.5 billion ($400 million) designed
- Saudi Arabia voices solidarity with Afghanistan in tragic earthquake losses
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the deceased in the devastating earthquake that struck eastern
- Crown Prince and Palestinian Vice President discuss latest developments in Palestine
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received Palestinian Vice President Hussein Al-Sheikh at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Monday.During the meeting, the
- SFDA approves rapid biotech test for early Alzheimer’s detection
on September 1, 2025Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has approved an innovative biotechnology-based in vitro diagnostic test that detects early signs of Alzheimer’s disease through
- Alswaha and Syrian minister emphasize youth empowerment in building thriving digital economy
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha received Syrian Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdulsalam Haykal in Riyadh
- Saudi household ownership rate reaches 65.4% in 2024, surpassing 2025 target
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi household ownership rate reached 65.4 percent by the end of 2024, surpassing the 2025 target of 65 percent.This result underscores the effectiveness of housing and
- Saudi Arabia assists UAE in foiling major amphetamine smuggling attempt
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC), under the Saudi Ministry of Interior, has assisted the authorities of the United Arab Emirates in foiling an attempt
- GDNC officials arrest 6 persons in drug cases
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report NAJRAN — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) officials arrested four Bangladeshi nationals in the Najran region for promoting shabu, the crude of methamphetamine.
- Saudi Arabia emphasizes its keenness on quality education and green initiatives at Chile summit
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report SANTIAGO — Saudi Arabia represented Arab countries through its participation in the World Summit on Teachers, held in Santiago, Chile. On behalf of Minister of Education, the Kingdom’s
- 1.9 million students return to schools in Makkah and Madinah regions
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Around 1.9 million students at all levels of public schools in the Makkah and Madinah regions returned to their classes on Sunday, marking the start of the 1447 AH academic
- HR Ministry inspections lead to detection of 252,219 Labor Law violations this year
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Inspection teams from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development have carried out a total of 912,293 field inspection visits to private sector establishments
- Saudi Armed Forces take part in Bright Star 2025 exercise in Egypt
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The “Bright Star 2025” exercise began in Egypt on Saturday with the participation of the Saudi Armed Forces, alongside several forces from friendly countries.Head of
- Arab-Islamic Committee asks US to reverse decision not to grant visas for Palestinian delegation
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee on Gaza voiced its deep regret over the US State Department's decision not to grant entry visas for the Palestinian delegation
- FII9 in Riyadh to spotlight prosperity and investment
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The ninth edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) will be held in Riyadh from Oct. 27 to 30 under the theme “The Key to Prosperity,” bringing together global
- Saudia passenger attempts to open door of flight after landing in London
on August 31, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A passenger on a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight attempted to open the plane's door immediately after its landing at Heathrow Airport in the British capital London on
- Delivery boys and food tracking come under updated Table of Food Law Violations
on August 30, 2025Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, in cooperation with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), has launched an updated Table of Food Law Violations with the aim
- 3 drug traffickers arrested in Madinah raid
on August 30, 2025Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — The General Directorate of Narcotics Control has successfully conducted a security raid in Madinah, resulting in the arrest of a Saudi citizen and two Pakistani residents
