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Tourism in Saudi Arabia Booms with 58% Growth in Arrivals in 2023, Ranks 2nd Globally

A landmark is lit up in the colors of the Saudi national flag in Diriyah. (SPA file photo)
A landmark is lit up in the colors of the Saudi national flag in Diriyah. (SPA file photo)
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Tourism in Saudi Arabia Booms with 58% Growth in Arrivals in 2023, Ranks 2nd Globally

A landmark is lit up in the colors of the Saudi national flag in Diriyah. (SPA file photo)
A landmark is lit up in the colors of the Saudi national flag in Diriyah. (SPA file photo)

Saudi Arabia has achieved a significant milestone in the tourism sector, ranking second globally in terms of tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2023.

According to the Ministry of Tourism, the Kingdom witnessed a remarkable 58% growth in tourist numbers during the first seven months of this year compared to the same period in 2019.

The data is sourced from the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer, published by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in September 2023.

This is a continuation of Saudi Arabia's success in the tourism industry and its position as a global leader in this field. Riyadh hosted World Tourism Day on September 27-28.

Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb said this achievement would not have been possible without the support of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

This achievement strengthens the Kingdom's status as a global tourist destination. The substantial rise in tourist arrivals reflects the confidence travelers have in the variety and quality of tourism options available in Saudi Arabia.

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Saudi Arabia, Comoros Sign MoU on Economic Cooperation

The MoU underscores the exchange of knowledge to boost economic collaboration. SPA
The MoU underscores the exchange of knowledge to boost economic collaboration. SPA
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Saudi Arabia, Comoros Sign MoU on Economic Cooperation

The MoU underscores the exchange of knowledge to boost economic collaboration. SPA
The MoU underscores the exchange of knowledge to boost economic collaboration. SPA

The Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning and the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Investment of Comoros have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for enhancing and diversifying economic cooperation based on mutual interest.
The MoU, signed by the Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim and Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment of the Comoros Moustoifa H. Mohamed, outlines key objectives aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two countries.

It underscores the exchange of knowledge to boost economic collaboration, fostering communication and cooperation between government entities and the private sector.
The MoU also seeks to facilitate visits, communications, and events that promote interaction between individuals, officials, and economic institutions. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of supporting the participation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in bilateral economic activities.