Aliexpress Expands Rapidly in Saudi Ecommerce Market

Aliexpress Expands Rapidly in Saudi Ecommerce Market

AliExpress has successfully become the second most visited e-commerce platform in Saudi Arabia through strategies like celebrity endorsements, localized services, faster logistics, category expansion, and aggressive advertising. Its "Saudi Strategy" offers valuable lessons for other cross-border e-commerce platforms: a deep understanding of local culture and consumer habits, and providing products and services that meet local needs are crucial for success.

11/03/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Alibaba Bans Alcohol Sales to Saudi Arabia in Compliance Move

Alibaba Bans Alcohol Sales to Saudi Arabia in Compliance Move

Alibaba.com has announced a new regulation prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages and food products to Saudi Arabia. This rule, effective February 18, 2025, is based on Saudi Arabian law and Islamic Sharia, which forbids the sale of alcohol. Merchants are advised to review existing orders and adjust their sales strategies accordingly. Alibaba.com will strengthen its monitoring and impose penalties on violators. This measure aims to ensure that platform merchants comply with Saudi Arabian laws and highlights the importance of compliant operations in cross-border e-commerce.

11/03/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Saudi Arabia Simplifies SWIFT Codes for Global Transfers

Saudi Arabia Simplifies SWIFT Codes for Global Transfers

This article provides a comprehensive guide to finding SWIFT/BIC codes for Saudi Arabian banks. It details the importance of SWIFT/BIC codes, methods for locating them, the difference between SWIFT/BIC and IBAN, code validation, the consequences of using incorrect codes, and important considerations for cross-border payments. The aim is to help users complete cross-border remittances to Saudi Arabia safely and efficiently. It covers everything needed to understand and utilize SWIFT codes effectively when sending money to Saudi Arabian banks.

09/01/2025 International Settlement
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Swift Expands Secure Money Transfers to Saudi Arabia

Swift Expands Secure Money Transfers to Saudi Arabia

Frustrated with finding the correct SWIFT/BIC code for cross-border remittances to Saudi Arabia? This article provides a convenient search tool to quickly obtain the necessary information for banks like Riyad Bank and Al Rajhi Bank. Ensure secure and fast fund transfers, making international remittances smooth and hassle-free. Easily find the right SWIFT code to ensure your money arrives safely and promptly in Saudi Arabia, eliminating delays and complications in your international transactions.

09/01/2025 International Settlement
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DHL Invests 500M in Saudi Arabia UAE to Boost Middle East Logistics

DHL Invests 500M in Saudi Arabia UAE to Boost Middle East Logistics

DHL Group has announced plans to invest over 500 million euros in the Middle East market from 2024 to 2030, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The investment aims to enhance infrastructure and service capabilities while emphasizing sustainability. The company will strengthen its e-commerce and supply chain operations to meet the growing regional trade demands.

06/12/2025 Logistics
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