Saudi Arabia opens 900 km of new roads, boosts connectivity with 40 new projects

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia opened more than 900 km of new roads during the first half of 2026, with the General Authority for Roads launching 40 projects across the Kingdom to improve connectivity, enhance road safety and support economic growth under Vision 2030. The projects, located in Makkah, Madinah, Asir, the Eastern Province and Qassim, are designed to strengthen links between cities and regions,…