Saudi Arabia’s King Salman inaugurated the Riyadh Metro project on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to enhance urban mobility, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The metro, set to open to the public on Dec. 1, will serve as the centerpiece of the Saudi capital’s public transportation network.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud today inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of the capital’s public transport network. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques viewed an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro  — one of the Kingdom’s major projects during his prosperous reign — distinguished by its standout design and technological features,

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia officially inaugurated the Riyadh metro on November 27. Services on three lines will begin on December 1.

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud officially inaugurated the Riyadh Metro as the future backbone of the capital's public transport network on November 27. A phased opening to passengers is planned between December 1 and January 5.

Saudi Arabia announced Wednesday it is ready to open the first part of the Riyadh Metro, a major project intended to help shift the car-centric kingdom to public transport.

Saudi Arabia has begun operations of the Riyadh Metro, which is expected to help reduce traffic and boost the value of commercial and residential real estate in the city. The first phase of the driverless transport system,