Saudi Arabia's Ambitious Development Projects

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
Saudi Arabia plans to build an extravagant marina resort called Jaumur for superyachts, part of the Neom initiative. This controversial project is part of the country's Vision 2030 and has faced criticism for displacing local tribes and using lethal force. Other ambitious projects include The Line, a megastructure, and Neom, a futuristic city with flying taxis and a mirrored megastructure.

Key Points

  • Jaumur will have luxury villas, apartments, and hotels with a focus on superyachts
  • The Line project faced criticism for displacing villagers and using lethal force
  • Neom includes futuristic elements like flying taxis and a mirrored megastructure

Pros

  • Luxurious marina resort for superyachts
  • Part of the Neom initiative under Vision 2030
  • Plans for entertainment, leisure, and educational facilities

Cons

  • Controversial due to displacing local tribes and using lethal force
  • Criticism for the scale-back of The Line project