Eastern Province
From The Report: Saudi Arabia 2013
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The A’sharqia, or Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, continues to be at the forefront of economic and industrial advancement. The province is a microcosm of the government’s diversification efforts and is home to a number of rapidly growing industries. The construction of new industrial sites is being accompanied by support infrastructure, including mixed-use projects that combine residential, commercial, business and leisure activities in one location. Capitalising on the region’s competitive advantages, energy-intensive industries including mining, smelting and petrochemicals are also a natural fit for the Eastern Province and should help it continue to thrive.

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Overview

At the forefront: The region continues to be a mainstay of the economy
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The A’sharqia, or Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, continues to be at the forefront of the country’s economic and industrial advancement. The province is also a microcosm of the government’s diversification efforts, with a number of rapidly growing industries thriving across the province. These businesses represent a varied cross section of activities ranging from oil and gas production and basic heavy industries, to knowledge-based information technology operations and service-oriented tourism…

Analysis

Linked in: Efficient connections keep things moving
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As the heart of Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector and endowed with a wide array of plentiful mineral and hydrocarbons resources, maintaining effective transportation routes throughout the Eastern Province is crucial to the economy’s smooth running. Seeking to keep vital supplies of petroleum and a growing range of imports and exports flowing, the government is working to connect the Eastern Province through an increasingly modern and efficient network of roads and rail links, while also boosting…