Saudi Arabia spends SR3.7 billion to support employment and training during first half of 2024
Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Eng. Ahmed Al-Rajhi revealed that the Saudi Human Resources Development Fund (HADAF) has spent about SR3.7 billion ($986 million) on programs and products to support employment, training and qualification of Saudis during the first half of this year. More than 100,000 establishments have benefited from these programs and […]
Prince Faisal and Blinken discuss efforts to end Gaza war
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed on Sunday efforts to end the war in Gaza. The discussions were held during a phone call received by Prince Faisal from his US counterpart. The two leaders also discussed other major developments in the region, including the […]
RDIA launches advanced training program on digital chip design techniques
The Research, Development and Innovation Authority (RDIA) launched the advanced training program on ‘digital chip design techniques.’ The training program is being organized, in cooperation with the National Academy of Industry, with the aim of localizing chip design and enabling talented Saudis to join companies under the National Semiconductor Cluster. The program will contribute to […]
MHRSD addresses MISA’s reservations regarding skilled-based work visa division scheme
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) revealed that it will coordinate with the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) pertaining to its observations and reservations with regard to a draft scheme to divide work permits into three categories based on skill levels. The ministry confirmed that it is working on preparing […]