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Kia, Hyundai, and Toyota are expanding their presence in Saudi Arabia by building new assembly facilities and claiming significant market shares.

Steady: 1 in the last 7 days Updated thursday

The latest in this situation

  1. The King Salman Automotive Cluster, including Hyundai Middle East Engine Manufacturing, is taking shape in KAEC to support Saudi Arabia's economic transformation.

How it started

1 report, 1 independent, last reported Aug 19. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Kia, Hyundai, and Toyota are expanding their presence in Saudi Arabia by building new assembly facilities and claiming significant market shares.

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What this event is mainly about
KiaToyotaHyundai Motor CompanySaudi Arabia

How it developed

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  1. The King Salman Automotive Cluster, including Hyundai Middle East Engine Manufacturing, is taking shape in KAEC to support Saudi Arabia's economic transformation.Sub-event
  2. A joint traineeship program has been launched between MiSK Foundation, Hyundai Motor Company, and other partners to develop future talent from Saudi youth.Sub-event
  3. South Korean and Japanese automakers are investing in Saudi Arabia and competing for market share.1 source

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