Eastern Province unveils Global Village Project with up to SAR 650M investments

The Eastern Province Municipality announced the “Global Village Project", a major investment initiative in collaboration with a Thai investor, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

Spokesman Faisal Al-Zahrani said the project combines entertainment, tourism, culture, and commerce in a modern design, featuring 16 country-themed pavilions, each with a restaurant showcasing its national cuisine.

The development will be built around a man-made lake, featuring a floating market and an open-air amphitheater with 7,000 seats, expandable to 10,000 for large events.

Other attractions include a 17,000-square-meter (sqm) amusement park for all age groups, a large outdoor skating rink, global restaurants, and family-oriented activities, positioning the site as a key entertainment destination in the region.

The project covers over 600,000 sqm of land and water, with phase one valued at SAR 200 million and total investment set to reach SAR 650 million, according to studies by the municipality and its investor partner.