AGP Wire
Stay informed with articles highlighting the latest developments, major events, and essential updates.
Dive In Festival opens 12th year with focus on AI and workplace culture
AGP
Thousands of insurance professionals are gathering for the 12th Dive In Festival, a three-day global program focused on culture, talent and inclusion in an industry being reshaped by AI. Organizers say the event’s legacy includes policy changes,…
WMF opens startup competition for Saudi event in Riyadh
AGP
Applications are open for the Saudi edition of WMF’s global startup competition, ahead of Saudi Makes Future in Riyadh from Dec. 14-16, 2026. The program aims to connect AI startups with investors, companies and institutions in Saudi Arabia as the…
International Prime Awards Asia 2026 honors leaders across 30-plus winners in Malaysia
AGP
The 8th edition of The International Prime Awards Asia 2026 wrapped in Malaysia on July 24, recognizing executives, founders and organizations from across Asia and the Middle East. The event, organized by Prime Events and Awards, spotlighted…
Saudi Falcons exhibition set for October in Riyadh
AGP
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Falcons has outlined the 2026 International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition, set for Oct. 1-10 in Riyadh with a larger footprint, new programming and a push to draw more local and international visitors and…
Saudi brands turn to participatory AI for National Day campaigns
AGP
As Saudi Arabia’s 96th National Day approaches on Sept. 23, 2026, marketers are moving away from generic discount ads and toward interactive generative-AI activations.
Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport rolls out National Day celebrations
AGP
Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport is marking Saudi National Day with a full lineup of family activities, themed dining and stay packages in Riyadh this September 2026. The hotel says the program is designed to draw both travelers and local families…
Tahaluf, LIONS and Saudi ministry launch Riyadh festival for creative marketing
AGP
Tahaluf, LIONS and Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Media have announced LIONS Riyadh, a new regional festival set for 6-8 December 2027 at KAFD in Riyadh.
Ahmed Al Maghribi launches monthlong Saudi National Day sale with up to 50% off
AGP
Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes is marking Saudi Arabia’s 96th National Day with a monthlong promotion from Sept. 1 to 30 across the kingdom.
Saudi coffee trade nears SAR 7 billion as imports and exports jump
AGP
Saudi Arabia’s coffee market is scaling fast, with combined coffee and tea imports projected to reach SAR 6.99 billion in 2025 and exports rising as the Kingdom develops into a regional processing hub. Roasting House says the shift is being driven…
KBLT Congress 2026 opens in Riyadh as Saudi luxury travel demand surges
AGP
KBLT Congress 2026 opened in Riyadh on Sept. 6, bringing more than 100 prequalified Saudi buyers together with global travel brands as Saudi outbound luxury travel enters a new phase.
KBLT 2026 opens in Riyadh as Saudi luxury travel spend surges
AGP
The 5th Annual Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress opened Sept. 6-7, 2026, in Riyadh with more than 100 pre-qualified Saudi buyers and global travel brands.
Saudi tourism spending from Europe jumps 21% as arrivals rise nearly 18%
AGP
Saudi reported record tourism growth from Europe in 2025, with arrivals up nearly 18% and spending from European travelers up 21%. The gains came during a year when the kingdom welcomed about 123 million domestic and inbound visitors and says the…
LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh with AI, robotics and investor focus
AGP
LEAP 2026 opens tomorrow in Riyadh for its fifth edition, bringing global tech leaders, investors and startups together for four days of announcements, demos and networking.
SLKY World acquires YA novel Ivanna: Love in Different Shapes
AGP
SLKY World has signed the rights to Ivanna: Love in Different Shapes, a young adult novel by Ukrainian author Mariya Levterova set for late 2027 release.
European falcon breeders expand presence at Riyadh auction
AGP
Breeders from across Europe are taking part in the International Falcon Breeders Auction 2026 in Riyadh, underscoring the event’s rise as a major marketplace for captive-bred falcons.
KBLT chairman says Saudi luxury travelers value discretion over display
AGP
Ahead of the 5th Annual Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel Congress in Saudi Arabia, KBLT Advisory Board Chairman Sulaiman Al Romi laid out what global brands need to win over high-value Saudi travelers.
Saudi hair transplant market shifts toward precision and aftercare
AGP
Hair restoration patients in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC are putting more weight on planning, natural-looking results, donor protection and recovery support than on clinic image alone.
KFSH-Jeddah wins Saudi National Patient Safety Award for emotional safety
AGP
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Jeddah received the 2026 National Patient Safety Award in the Emotional Safety category from Saudi Health Minister Fahad AlJalajel.
Saudi Arabia events market seen reaching $17.6 billion by 2031
AGP
Saudi Arabia’s events industry is projected to nearly triple from $6.1 billion in 2021 to $17.6 billion by 2031, driven by sports, sponsorship and government support.
International falcon shipments arrive in Saudi Arabia for annual auction
AGP
Falcon shipments from breeding farms in Europe have started reaching Saudi Arabia ahead of the International Falcon Breeders Auction, set for Aug. 5-25 in Malham north of Riyadh.
Sign up for:
Saudi Arabia Culture Channel
The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.
Check Your Email!
We sent a one-time activation link to: .
Confirm it's you by clicking the email link.
If the email is not in your inbox, check spam or try again.
Welcome back!
is already signed up. Check your inbox for updates.