In a historic move that will reinforce the national currency's identity, Saudi Arabia has unveiled a unique symbol for the national currency.

The initiative signifies the increasingly important role of the Riyal in the global financial ecosystem.

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) Governor Ayman Al-Sayari said the decision reinforces the Kingdom's integration into the global financial systems and its emergence as an advanced financial hub.

The Saudi riyal symbol, developed to the highest technical standards, embodies the Kingdom's rich cultural heritage, carrying the name of the national currency 'Riyal' in a design derived from Arabic calligraphy.