Madinah branches out with tree transplant program
Perennial plants, with their remarkable ability to endure harsh conditions such as droughts, climatic variations, and human activities, play a crucial role in our ecosystem, providing sustenance for people and animals, and contributing to the overall well-being of the environment. Recognizing the importance of these invaluable assets, the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and […]
More than 1,300 pilgrims die during Hajj pilgrimage – most unauthorized
More than 1,300 people died while performing Hajj this year, having walked long distances without sufficient protection from the sun – 83 percent unauthorised – Saudi Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel said. Among the deceased were several elderly and chronically ill individuals. The health minister underscored the significant efforts made by the competent authorities to raise […]
8th Saudi-US Trade and Investment Council Meeting held in Washington
The eighth meeting of the Saudi-US Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) Council in the United States kicked off on Sunday in Washington DC. The Saudi delegation was led by the General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT), and it included 20 government entities. The council’s goal is to monitor trade and investment relations in order […]
Saudi border guards foil smuggling attempts near Jazan
Border Guard land patrols have foiled an attempt to smuggle 135 kilograms of qat in Al-Dayer sector of Jazan Region. Also in Jazan region, border police thwarted an attempt to illegally transport 160 kilograms of qat in Al-Ardah. Legal procedures were followed, and the seized items were handed over to the concerned authority. Meanwhile, two […]
Saleh Al-Shaibi, senior caretaker of the Kaaba, dies
Dr. Saleh bin Zain Al-Abidin Al-Shaibi, the senior caretaker of the Kaaba, died in Makkah on Friday evening. Funeral prayers were held after Fajr on Saturday at the Grand Mosque. Al-Shaibi, who held a doctorate in Islamic studies, was a university professor and an author of several works on creed and history. He was the […]
Saudi Arabia keen to invest in multiple sectors in Brazil: PIF governor
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund is keen to invest in Brazil across multiple sectors such as technology, renewables, and mining, said a top official. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Future Investment Initiative Priority Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of the Public Investment Fund, said that the Kingdom will […]
Saudi Arabia leads global desalinated water production surge
Saudi Arabia has achieved remarkable global leadership in doubling its desalinated water production, signaling its unwavering commitment to meeting daily water demands, stated Abdulrahman Al-Fadley, Saudi minister of environment, water, and agriculture. Al-Fadley highlighted the Kingdom’s exceptional progress in expanding strategic storage capacities and extending water transmission lines. Moreover, he emphasized significant advancements in wastewater […]
Saudi EXIM forges key international partnerships during Greek visit
Saudi EXIM Bank and its Swedish counterpart have signed an agreement to enhance the Kingdom’s non-oil exports and explore trade and investment opportunities. In an X post following the deal, the Saudi lender stated that the memorandum of understanding with the Swedish Export Credit Agency was inked in the Greek capital, Athens. The agreement, signed by Saad […]
Saudi Arabia’s Ceer signs $2bn deal with Hyundai Transys to supply EV drive systems
Saudi Arabia’s pioneering electric vehicle brand, Ceer, has secured a monumental SR8.2 billion ($2.18 billion) agreement with Hyundai Transys, a South Korea-based company, to supply “EV Drive Systems” for its vehicles. Ceer stated in a press release that Hyundai Transys’ integrated Electric Drive System is a revolutionary three-in-one solution incorporating a motor for propulsion, an […]
Saudi Arabia aims to become ‘global hub’ for gaming, esports
Saudi Arabia’s Savvy Games Group, owned by the Kingdom’s Public Investment Fund, is reportedly seeking deeper partnerships with game developers in Japan, including Nintendo and Capcom. The aim is to develop the Middle East market and ensure the Kingdom eventually becomes a global hub for gaming and esports, Nikkei Asia reported on Tuesday. Crown Prince […]