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Saudi, Syrian ministers discuss expanding investment cooperation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Investment Eng. Khalid Al-Falih held a virtual meeting on Wednesday with Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Dr. Mohammad Nidal Al-Shaar to discuss prospects for investment cooperation between the two countries and explore promising opportunities in the Syrian market.The meeting addressed potential public-private partnerships and ways to boost strategic investments across key productive and service sectors, with the aim of supporting economic development and fostering new avenues of regional integration.Minister Al-Falih stressed the importance of creating an enabling environment for expanding regional investment partnerships, reaffirming Saudi Arabia’s commitment to supporting Syria’s economic stability and growth in a manner that...
June 04, 2025

Saudi, Syrian ministers discuss expanding investment cooperation

Interior Ministry: Hajj success a shared responsibility as pilgrims arrive in Mina
Saudi Gazette reportMINA — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior emphasized on Wednesday that the success of the Hajj season is a shared responsibility, calling on all parties to adhere strictly to official regulations.Security and organizational preparations are in full effect to ensure smooth pilgrim movement between the holy sites.In a press briefing, Ministry of Interior security spokesperson Col. Talal Al-Shalhoub confirmed that pilgrims had been safely transported to Mina to observe the Day of Tarwiyah, in accordance with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).“We are utilizing advanced technologies across all sectors to ensure the safety and service of pilgrims. There are no challenges we cannot overcome,” Al-Shalhoub said.“Our efforts stem from the...
June 04, 2025

Interior Ministry: Hajj success a shared responsibility as pilgrims arrive in Mina

The chanting of talbiyah reverberated the entire valley of Mina and roads and streets leading to the tent city as pilgrims streamed to the valley, praising and glorifying God, in an atmosphere of spirituality and faith.
Over 1.5 million pilgrims converge on Mina as Hajj begins officially
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Chanting “Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik...” (“Here I am, O God, here I am answering your call...”), more than 1.5 million pilgrims converged on Mina on Wednesday, the Day of Tarwiyah, marking the official beginning of the annual pilgrimage of Hajj. The ascent of pilgrims on the tent city was completed smoothly by Wednesday afternoon in accordance with a foolproof and flawless organizational and operational plan mapped out by the Saudi authorities. More than 1.47 million pilgrims from all around the world were joined by hundreds of thousands of domestic pilgrims in performing Hajj this year. These include 2443 pilgrims, who came from 100 countries, to perform Hajj as guests of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.Those pilgrims who arrived in...
June 04, 2025

Over 1.5 million pilgrims converge on Mina as Hajj begins officially

The Ministry of Interior has penalized 50 people, including 35 Saudi citizens and 15 expatriates, for violating the Hajj regulations
50 Saudis and expats penalized for transporting 205 unauthorized pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report MINA — The Ministry of Interior has penalized 50 people, including 35 Saudi citizens and 15 expatriates, for violating the Hajj regulations. The ministry announced that the Hajj Security Forces arrested them at the entry points to Makkah while transporting a total of 205 individuals without Hajj permits.The ministry issued administrative decisions through the seasonal administrative committees against the transporters, their accomplices, and those who were provided with transportation. The penalties included imprisonment, fines of up to SR100,000, publicizing names of violators in the local media at their own expense, and deportation of residents with a 10-year ban from re-entering Saudi Arabia after serving their sentence.The ministry also called for the judicial...
June 04, 2025

50 Saudis and expats penalized for transporting 205 unauthorized pilgrims

Hailing from the scout group of the civil development association in Riyadh's Al-Rabie neighborhood, these six young men are collectively dedicated to serving pilgrims.
Three pairs of twins at Mina Hajj Scouting Camp share gratifying experience of serving pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report MINA — In a rare and coincidental alignment, this year's public service camps, organized by the Saudi Arabian Scouts Association for Hajj 2025, have brought together three pairs of Saudi twins. Hailing from the scout group of the civil development association in Riyadh's Al-Rabie neighborhood, these six young men are collectively dedicated to serving pilgrims.The twins—Hussam and Issam Saeed Al-Qarni, Azzam and Ammar Suleiman Al-Sulaiman, and Walid and Muhannad Abdul-Hakim Al-Otaibi—are bound not only by family ties and similar appearances, but also by a genuine passion for scouting and active engagement in the noble cause of volunteer work and pilgrim service.Al-Qarni twins stated that scouting was not just a passing activity, but a life path chosen with...
June 04, 2025

Three pairs of twins at Mina Hajj Scouting Camp share gratifying experience of serving pilgrims

The Health Affairs Department at the Ministry of National Guard has allocated an integrated center to address heat stress cases in Arafat as part of its health plan for this year's Hajj season.
Hospitals and health teams gear up to tackle heat stress cases at holy sites
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Health Affairs Department at the Ministry of National Guard has allocated an integrated center to address heat stress cases in Arafat as part of its health plan for this year's Hajj season. The center, with a capacity of 20 beds, is fully equipped to quickly respond to cases of heat strokes and heat-related stress.The ministry also equipped its Mina hospital with a capacity of 26 beds, including emergency units, inpatient beds, cardiopulmonary resuscitation rooms, isolation rooms for infectious diseases, and specialized units for the immediate treatment of heat stress cases.The department has made available 10 state-of-the-art ambulances to handle emergency cases and transport them when needed. These ambulances are staffed around the clock by medical...
June 04, 2025

Hospitals and health teams gear up to tackle heat stress cases at holy sites

Security authorities arrested the Asian resident and seized from him receipts that related to the illegal activity.
1 year jail and SR10,000 fine for Asian national for running fake Hajj campaign
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Criminal Court in Makkah sentenced an Asian national to one year in prison and a fine of SR10,000 for running a fake Hajj campaign via a social media site with the intent to defraud aspiring pilgrims.The court's ruling also included the confiscation of all devices and means used in committing the crime. Security authorities arrested the resident and seized from him receipts that related to the illegal activity. He was then referred to the Public Prosecution, which in turn referred him to the Criminal Court.The Public Prosecution stressed that involving in fake campaigns is a major crime punishable by arrest, affirming its continued pursuit of all those who tamper with Hajj regulations and bringing them to justice.
June 04, 2025

1 year jail and SR10,000 fine for Asian national for running fake Hajj campaign

Port of NEOM receives Saudi Arabia’s first automated cranes ahead of 2026 launch
NEOM — Port of NEOM has taken a major step toward becoming one of the world’s most advanced and sustainable trade hubs with the arrival of Saudi Arabia’s first fully automated, remote-controlled cranes.The milestone supports NEOM’s plan to open Terminal 1 by 2026 and reinforces the port’s strategic role on the Red Sea’s East–West global trade route.The Ship-To-Shore (STS) and Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry (eRTG) cranes are now operational at Port of NEOM. These next-generation machines will boost port automation, enabling high-volume container operations managed from secure remote stations, marking a shift toward a future-ready logistics workforce.Sean Kelly, Managing Director of Port of NEOM, described the achievement as a “tangible milestone” for the region’s...
June 04, 2025

Port of NEOM receives Saudi Arabia’s first automated cranes ahead of 2026 launch

Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Wasel
Saudi Ambassador Al-Wasel elected vice president of 80th session of UN General Assembly
Saudi Gazette report NEW YORK — The United Nations General Assembly has elected Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Ambassador Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Wasel as one of the vice presidents of the General Assembly’s 80th session, representing the Asian Group.Al-Wasel is regarded as one of the most distinguished Saudi diplomats, with an extensive professional track record in representing Saudi Arabia at numerous regional and international forums. Through his various positions, he continues to contribute to boosting the Kingdom’s presence in international organizations.This appointment reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing its active engagement within the UN ecosystem and supporting its efforts to address global challenges and achieve sustainable...
June 04, 2025

Saudi Ambassador Al-Wasel elected vice president of 80th session of UN General Assembly

The election of Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) to the Management Committee of the Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities (MedDRA) reflects global confidence in the SFDA’s regulatory excellence and the Kingdom’s strategic role in advancing international harmonization in drug safety and medical product oversight.
SFDA elected to Management Committee of MedDRA, the 6th global regulatory body
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — In a move that highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing prominence in global pharmaceutical governance, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has been officially elected to the Management Committee of the Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities (MedDRA). The authority has thus become the sixth regulatory authority worldwide to join this prestigious global medical body.This election marks a pivotal milestone for both Saudi Arabia and the international scientific community, reflecting global confidence in the SFDA’s regulatory excellence and the Kingdom’s strategic role in advancing international harmonization in drug safety and medical product oversight.MedDRA, developed by the International Council for Harmonization of Technical Requirements for...
June 04, 2025

SFDA elected to Management Committee of MedDRA, the 6th global regulatory body

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