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Dealers in the hotels sector estimate the percentage of rented units according to the lease system at 5 percent of all housing units in the vicinity of the Grand Mosque.

July 22nd, 2014 - 03:55 GMT

Unholy spending? Luxury leasing options on the rise in Mecca

New projects in the central area of Makkah has led Saudi and Gulf businessmen to renting out housing units in hotels overlooking the Grand Mosque for long-term lease of up to 15 years

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November 18th, 2013 - 03:55 GMT

More like 'Made in China'? Saudi Arabia, China reach agreement on 'Made in Makkah' Project

Veil-clad women work at a factory for pickling olives and dates in the northern city of Tabuk (Source: Saudi Gazzette).

August 30th, 2013 - 11:59 GMT

Call to 'saudize' part-time jobs for women

The Kingdom has so far spent SR100 billion to develop Makkah into a modern city with improved services to meet the needs of millions of pilgrims

July 16th, 2013 - 12:55 GMT

Prime Kaaba views get more affordable: Makkah hotel prices fall by 150%

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July 15th, 2013 - 06:40 GMT

Hotels in Makkah go on the bargain-list

The new procedure adopted by the Ministry of Haj during the upcoming month of Ramadan is based on grouping Umrah performers into two groups to ensure pilgrims do not exceed the permitted 14 days in the Kingdom

June 11th, 2013 - 09:42 GMT

Umrah operators to lose $1.3bn from 14-day visa limit

Schools violating regulations face power, water cut

April 14th, 2013 - 07:07 GMT

Saudi schools face power and water cuts for license infringements

One million Saudis are unemployed

December 6th, 2012 - 11:39 GMT

Unemployment high in Saudi

The cement companies must increase their output to the maximum and make available sufficient quantity of the product in the local market

February 19th, 2012 - 10:10 GMT

Rising construction costs stall many projects in Saudi Arabia

The inability of some Haj missions to provide proper accommodation for their pilgrims has led to the appearance of a number of foreign brokers who were renting out buildings on the black market

October 13th, 2011 - 08:42 GMT

Black market thrives as Haj missions fail to find housing

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January 20th, 2009 - 11:58 GMT

Emaar.E.C and Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry discuss real estate investment options in KAEC with Makkah developers

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June 15th, 2005 - 07:17 GMT

Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry Hosts SAGIA Governor

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January 8th, 2002 - 02:00 GMT

Saudi-Egyptian annual trade at $1.15 billion