HMK Capital has registered the Salwa REIT Fund, establishing Qatar's first-ever real estate investment trust collective investment fund under the Qatar Financial Centre regulatory framework. The milestone vehicle introduces an accessible structure for local and international investors to own income-generating property assets, aiming for a future Qatar Stock Exchange listing to improve capital market depth, increase liquidity and support national financial diversification strategies.
Saudi Arabia has launched a major public-private partnership project to upgrade 50 public parks across three regions. The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing and the National Center for Privatization & PPP are inviting local and international investors to manage the 15-year project. The scheme will improve urban infrastructure, add commercial facilities and boost community engagement across Jeddah, Madinah and the Eastern Province.
A major luxury development has been confirmed for Riyadh’s Wadi Safar district through a partnership between Dar Al Arkan, Dar Global, and The Trump Organization. The project, named the Trump International Golf Club, Wadi Safar, will occupy a 2.6 million square metre site and forms part of the Diriyah masterplan. The development includes an 18-hole championship golf course, a premium hotel, and residential units designed to integrate with the local landscape.
Saudi Arabia has launched Alsirah Gardens, a new flagship cultural destination in Madinah designed to host 10 million visitors annually. Developed by the PIF-owned company QSAS, the project uses immersive storytelling to explore the Prophetic Biography through a blend of nature and modern architecture. This initiative is a key part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goal to enhance the experience for pilgrims and international tourists.
Brookfield and Qai, the AI subsidiary of Qatar Investment Authority, have announced a $20 billion strategic joint venture focused on artificial intelligence infrastructure. The partnership will develop fully integrated AI facilities in Qatar to support its burgeoning digital ecosystem. The Integrated Compute centre is set to expand high-performance compute access regionally, aligning with Qatar’s ambition to become a major AI hub in the Middle East, advancing its National Vision 2030.
ACWA Power and Bapco Energies have entered into a Joint Development Agreement for a major solar power plant situated in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. Announced at the Saudi–Bahraini Coordination Council meeting in December 2025, the project’s initiative is to support Bahrain's national energy needs and accelerate its shift to renewables, while reinforcing its role as a regional energy export hub.
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