Saudi Arabia Reportedly Pauses NEOM Stadium Construction for 2034 World Cup

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Published: 2026-10-05T01:08:00Z
Category: business
Source: Dawn (Reuters)
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Saudi Arabia is reportedly putting its $2.5 billion NEOM Stadium project on hold, a planned venue for the 2034 World Cup. This decision, noted by MEED Projects, is part of a broader re-evaluation by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) to prioritize projects with more immediate financial returns. The move could affect the kingdom's infrastructure development and its preparations for the global event.

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