JD.com is taking its fierce competition with Meituan global—this time to Saudi Arabia. The Chinese retail titan just rolled out its own express delivery service there, called JoyExpress, promising same-day or next-day shipping across most of the country. It’s a bold move that signals JD’s ambitions to dominate not just at home, but in the Middle East’s booming e-commerce scene.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about faster deliveries—it’s a strategic power play. JD.com is betting big on Saudi Arabia’s growing appetite for quick, reliable online shopping, while also one-upping rival Meituan in a key international market. For consumers, it could mean better service and more options. For the industry, it’s another sign of how fiercely Chinese tech giants are competing beyond their borders.