Aviation Expansion: Riyadh Air is doubling down at Farnborough, firming up orders for 6 more Airbus A350-1000 jets (31 total) and exercising options for 28 Boeing 787 Dreamliners (with 20 converted to 787-10), as it targets 100+ destinations by 2030. Investment & Tech Growth: Saudi Arabia climbed to 13th globally for foreign direct investment inflows in UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2026, driven by a 53% jump in net inflows to $32.6B and reforms under Vision 2030, with added focus on tech and AI. EU–Saudi Ties: The EU is pushing a broad strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia, prioritizing energy, renewables, and advanced technologies ahead of the next Gulf–EU summit. Strategic Partnership (Saudi–Spain): Spain’s ambassador says Saudi–Spain cooperation is entering a new institutional phase, with new MoUs on economy and transport and a framework aligned to Vision 2030. Energy Security Watch: Iran–US escalation is again raising Gulf inflation and water-security fears after attacks hit Kuwait’s power and desalination infrastructure. AI & Speech Controls: A new study warns AI chatbots may spread government restrictions on online speech, echoing concerns about how AI can amplify censorship. Solar in Yemen: Trinasolar and Al-Raebi plan a potential 1.5 GW solar pipeline in Yemen using TOPCon modules from 2026–2029. Healthcare Market Signals: New reports project major growth in cancer therapy, car T cell therapy, and related markets through 2033. Accessibility in Hospitality: A new design talk series highlights gaps in accessible hotel experiences for older guests, pushing beyond basic compliance.