Summary
Saudi Arabia and Qatar signed an important agreement to build a 785-kilometer high-speed rail line connecting their capitals, Riyadh and Doha. The rail project aims to create jobs, stimulate trade and tourism, and enhance regional cooperation. The project is expected to be completed in six years and will significantly reduce travel time between the two cities.
Key Facts
- Saudi Arabia and Qatar agreed to build a high-speed rail line between Riyadh and Doha.
- The railway will cover 785 kilometers and connect key cities like Hofuf and Dammam.
- Trains will travel at speeds over 300 kilometers per hour (about 186 miles per hour).
- The rail line aims to serve more than 10 million passengers each year.
- It is projected to create 30,000 direct and indirect jobs in both countries.
- The journey between Riyadh and Doha will take around two hours by train.
- The project supports Saudi Vision 2030 and Qatar National Vision 2030.
- The estimated economic impact is approximately $30.7 billion, though actual construction costs remain undisclosed.
