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Saudi Arabia Plans Riyadh Metro Seventh Line
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Saudi Arabia plans to implement the first phase of the Riyadh Metro seventh line in 2026, linking Diriyah Gate to Qiddiya, Minister Salman Al Dossary said Dec. 22. He reported the metro achieved 99.8% on-time performance since operations began in 2025 and carried 120 million passengers through October. The minister also said gaming, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity grew 23–35% in Q4 2025.
Key Points
- 1Plans first phase of Riyadh Metro Line 7 in 2026, linking Diriyah Gate and Qiddiya
- 2Reports 99.8% on-time performance and 120 million passengers through October, indicating high system reliability
- 3Notes 23–35% growth in gaming, AI, and cybersecurity in Q4 2025, signaling tech sector momentum
Scoring Rationale
Official government metrics and timetable increase credibility and relevance; limited novelty and regional scope constrain broader industry impact.
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