Saudi Arabia and Qatar have signed a landmark agreement to build a high-speed electric railway that will directly connect Riyadh and Doha.
The project marks a major step toward modern, sustainable transportation in the Gulf region, strengthening economic and political cooperation between both nations.
Under the pact, the railway will span hundreds of kilometres and allow trains to travel at speeds above 300 kilometres per hour.
Officials say the link will reduce travel time between the two capitals to nearly two hours, offering a fast alternative to short-haul flights.
The project includes connections to major airports, business hubs and key cities, ensuring that the new rail line benefits travellers and daily commuters alike.
Both governments highlighted that the electric system will support long-term environmental goals by reducing carbon emissions across regional transport networks.
Construction is set to begin soon, with teams from both countries working together on planning, infrastructure and advanced railway technology.
Experts believe the project could generate thousands of new jobs, while also boosting tourism, logistics, trade and cross-border investment opportunities.
Leaders from Riyadh and Doha described the agreement as a symbol of unity and renewed partnership in the Gulf.
They stated that improved transportation links will help reshape the region’s economic future and support large-scale development plans in both states.
Analysts say the railway could eventually form part of a wider Gulf-wide high-speed network, connecting several capitals under a single transport vision.
For now, the Riyadh-Doha rail corridor represents the most ambitious bilateral transport project ever signed between the two neighbouring countries.
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