In a bid to strike a balance between local requirements and the rights of foreign investors, the amendments put foreign investors on an equal footing with Saudis

The ancient village dates back to 500BC and served as a major trade hub and urban centre in the Arabian Peninsula that connected other prominent civilisations

The MENA region looks increasingly appealing to China as a tariff-free trade route into the European Union

A visionary film, and the state-of-the-art way in which it was shot, shows how modernised production is moving the country's movie-making up to global standards with a new genre: Arab action

The Saudi pioneer of the prose poem reveals why her recent collections were linked by the theme of water and how the artform means she has lived many lives.

Promising new discoveries, big new deals on gas, and a successful second public share offering is shaping one of the world's biggest companies to beat its own high expectations.

The largest deal of its kind between two Arab countries on different continents focuses on collaboration and investment in cars, batteries, energy, and phosphates. It is all part of a bigger vision.

Gulf countries' success in achieving sustainable economic development will benefit most countries in the region

Investing in sports is not only part of Saudi Arabia's overall diversification strategy, but it also helps boost related sectors like hospitality and tourism

'Norah' is the first Saudi film to be featured at the Cannes Film Festival. In an interview with Al Majalla, its director discusses the challenges he faced and how he feels about the landmark moment.