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Saudi-Philippine Meeting Discusses Boosting Investment Opportunities, Relations

A Saudi-Philippine meeting was held in Riyadh in the presence of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Minister of Investment, Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, along with distinguished officials from both countries.
A Saudi-Philippine meeting was held in Riyadh in the presence of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Minister of Investment, Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, along with distinguished officials from both countries.
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Saudi-Philippine Meeting Discusses Boosting Investment Opportunities, Relations

A Saudi-Philippine meeting was held in Riyadh in the presence of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Minister of Investment, Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, along with distinguished officials from both countries.
A Saudi-Philippine meeting was held in Riyadh in the presence of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Minister of Investment, Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, along with distinguished officials from both countries.

A Saudi-Philippine meeting was held Thursday in Riyadh in the presence of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Minister of Investment, Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, along with distinguished officials from both countries, major companies, and representatives from both the public and private sectors, said SPA.
Meeting participants discussed aspects of investment partnerships in areas such as energy, industry, Islamic financial services, and food security.
The meeting also explored ways to enhance relations between the two countries. It aimed to strengthen cooperation in the labor sector and utilize skilled Filipino workers in various sectors.
The meeting addressed investment opportunities and enhancing investment relations between the two countries, promoting efforts to develop economic and investment ties between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Philippines, fostering quality investments, and enabling the private sector to benefit from investment opportunities in both nations.
The meeting witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding in the private sector for human resources, aiming to provide skilled labor to meet the Saudi market's needs through global partnerships with leading companies in this sector.

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Qatar Achieves Record Tourism Revenues, Welcomes 5 Million Visitors in 2024

Qatar’s tourist destinations experienced a 38% increase in total expenditure compared to the previous year. (QNA)
Qatar’s tourist destinations experienced a 38% increase in total expenditure compared to the previous year. (QNA)
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Qatar Achieves Record Tourism Revenues, Welcomes 5 Million Visitors in 2024

Qatar’s tourist destinations experienced a 38% increase in total expenditure compared to the previous year. (QNA)
Qatar’s tourist destinations experienced a 38% increase in total expenditure compared to the previous year. (QNA)

Recent data from Qatar Tourism reveals that the country achieved record-breaking figures in its tourism sector in 2024, with total tourism revenues reaching QAR 40 billion ($10.7 billion). Visitor numbers soared to nearly 5 million, reflecting a 25% increase compared to 2023.

The data shows that Qatar’s tourism industry experienced a 38% rise in total spending compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, the hospitality sector marked a historic achievement by recording 10 million hotel nights for the first time ever, with projections of an additional 35,000 nights by year-end.

Qatar Tourism also noted its organization of over 100 business events, 120 entertainment activities, and 80 sports events in 2024. Key highlights included hosting the AFC Asian Cup, the Qatar Grand Prix for Formula 1, and a thriving 2024–2025 cruise season, all of which drew substantial visitor interest.

GCC nationals accounted for 41% of the total visitors, with the remaining visitors coming from a variety of international markets. Saudi Arabia topped the list of source countries, followed by India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and the United States.

Regarding modes of entry, 56% of visitors arrived by air, 37% by land, and 7% by sea, highlighting ongoing enhancements in access and connectivity.

Saad Al-Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Visit Qatar, stated that exceeding the milestone of 5 million visitors underscores the success of the country’s tourism strategy.

“This 25% annual growth reflects our dedication to advancing the tourism sector and achieving our ambitious targets of doubling visitor numbers and increasing tourism’s contribution to GDP by 2030,” he said.

Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, attributed these achievements to the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders.

“We have cemented Qatar’s position as a global leader through hosting major international events and launching innovative initiatives. We look forward to a promising future for our tourism sector,” he said.