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Saudi Arabia’s PIF to Buy 10% Stake in London Heathrow Airport

Heathrow is one of the world’s largest air traffic platforms, connecting the UK with global trading partners to help stimulate economic growth. (Reuters)
Heathrow is one of the world’s largest air traffic platforms, connecting the UK with global trading partners to help stimulate economic growth. (Reuters)
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Saudi Arabia’s PIF to Buy 10% Stake in London Heathrow Airport

Heathrow is one of the world’s largest air traffic platforms, connecting the UK with global trading partners to help stimulate economic growth. (Reuters)
Heathrow is one of the world’s largest air traffic platforms, connecting the UK with global trading partners to help stimulate economic growth. (Reuters)

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund announced that it has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a 10% stake in London Heathrow Airport as part of a shareholder reshuffle, SPA said on Wednesday.
Under the terms of the agreement, PIF will acquire 10% in FGP TopCo, the holding firm of Heathrow Airport Holdings, while French-based private equity fund Ardian will acquire 15% through separate vehicles.
The transaction is subject to complying with ROFO (Right of First Offer) and full tag-along rights which may be exercised by the other TopCo shareholders pursuant to the Shareholders’ Agreement and the Articles of Association of the company, in addition to satisfaction of applicable regulatory conditions.

PIF is pleased to be investing in Heathrow, a world-class airport, which acts as a key gateway to the world.
PIF’s investment in Heathrow is in line with its strategy to support the business as a long-term partner.
Heathrow is one of the world’s largest air traffic platforms, connecting the UK with global trading partners to help stimulate economic growth.

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Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan Sign Agreement to Establish Joint Business Council

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan Sign Agreement to Establish Joint Business Council

A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A general view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

The Federation of Saudi Chambers and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Tajikistan signed an agreement on Monday to establish a Saudi-Tajik Business Council aimed at strengthening trade and investment relations between the two nations.

The agreement was signed in Riyadh by Chairman of the Federation of Saudi Chambers Hassan Al-Huwaizi and Chairman of the Tajik Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jamshed Jumakhonzoda. The signing ceremony was attended by Tajikistan's First Deputy Prime Minister Hokim Kholiqzoda, Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih, and several officials and business leaders from both countries.

The business council will engage in systematic trade and investment promotion activities across various sectors identified in the economic cooperation agenda. It will serve as a platform for Saudi and Tajik business communities to network, showcase their activities, and foster commercial partnerships.

Additionally, the council will work to open new avenues for economic collaboration, facilitate continuous interaction between the private sectors of both countries, and exchange information on market opportunities. Plans include organizing exhibitions, conferences, and trade delegation visits to enhance mutual economic ties.

This agreement marks a significant step forward in expanding bilateral economic cooperation, aligning with both nations’ goals to strengthen partnerships and explore new business opportunities.