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Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim and Spanish Minister of Economy, Trade, and Business Carlos Cuerpo Caballero sign a memorandum of understanding in Riyadh on Wednesday.

Saudi Arabia, Spain sign MoU to enhance economic relations

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Economy and Planning and the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Business of Spain signed on Wednesday a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange expertise and enhance economic relations between the two countries.The MoU was signed by Saudi Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim and the visiting Spanish Minister of Economy, Trade, and Business Carlos Cuerpo Caballero.The deal outlines areas of cooperation including the coordination of efforts in economic modeling and policymaking, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through joint partnerships and programs, and facilitating joint projects and bilateral participation in economic events.It also covers the exchange of information and statistics in areas such as...

May 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Spain sign MoU to enhance economic relations

Saudi Arabia called on the international community to immediately put an end to Israeli violations against civilians, diplomatic missions, and humanitarian organizations operating in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli gunfire on diplomatic delegation visiting Jenin in West Bank

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s strongest condemnation and denunciation of the gunfire attack carried out by Israeli occupation forces on a diplomatic delegation. The delegation, which included ambassadors and representatives of Arab and foreign countries, came under attack during their visit to Jenin Camp in the occupied West Bank.Saudi Arabia called on the international community — particularly the permanent members of the UN Security Council — to immediately put an end to Israeli violations against civilians, diplomatic missions, and humanitarian organizations operating in the occupied Palestinian territories.The ministry also reiterated the Kingdom’s call for the activation of international accountability mechanisms for...

May 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli gunfire on diplomatic delegation visiting Jenin in West Bank

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has proposed revision of the penalties for violations of Labor Law and its executive regulations

HR Ministry proposes revised penalties for Labor Law violations

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has proposed revision of the penalties for violations of Labor Law and its executive regulations. Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi has decided to update the list of violations and penalties, based on the new amendments to the Labor Law and its executive regulations. The Ministry published the table of violations and penalties on the Istithlaa public survey platform, seeking the opinion of the stakeholders and the public before implementing the new proposals.The ministry noted that this update aims to clearly and precisely define violations for both establishments and inspectors, reducing the need for discretion and personal judgment in implementing regulations across...

May 21, 2025

HR Ministry proposes revised penalties for Labor Law violations

The HADAF said in a statement that the number of beneficiaries of the training, empowerment, and guidance services and programs, carried out by the Fund, during the first quarter of this year reached 1.18 million.

Saudi beneficiaries of HADAF support jump 93% to 143,000 in 1Q 2025

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Human Resources Development Fund (HADAF) has extended support to hire as many as 143,000 Saudi men and women in the private sector establishments during the first quarter of 2025 and this figure showed a jump of 93 percent compared to the same period last year.The HADAF said in a statement that the number of beneficiaries of the training, empowerment, and guidance services and programs, carried out by the Fund, during the first quarter of this year reached 1.18 million, a growth rate of 4 percent compared to the first quarter of last year.The number of establishments that benefited from the HADAF support programs during the same period exceeded 98,000 in various sectors of the labor market across the Kingdom. This number recorded a growth rate of 37...

May 21, 2025

Saudi beneficiaries of HADAF support jump 93% to 143,000 in 1Q 2025

Domestic liquidity in the Saudi economy recorded notable growth during the first quarter of 2025, increasing by SR134.4 billion.

Liquidity in Saudi economy rises by over SR134 billion in Q1 2025

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Domestic liquidity in the Saudi economy recorded notable growth during the first quarter of 2025, increasing by SR134.4 billion (4.6 percent). Total liquidity reached SR3055.872 billion by the end of the quarter, compared to SR2921.472 billion at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024.On an annual basis, liquidity rose by SR232.126 billion, representing a growth rate of 8.2 percent compared to the same period in 2024, when liquidity stood at SR2823.745 billion, according to data published in the monthly statistical bulletin issued by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) for March 2025.The bulletin recorded a monthly growth of approximately one percent or SR22.188 billion, marking the highest liquidity level in the Kingdom’s history. The increase reflects the...

May 21, 2025

Liquidity in Saudi economy rises by over SR134 billion in Q1 2025

The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has deployed data and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies at King Abdulaziz International Airport and Jeddah Islamic Port to streamline entry procedures for pilgrims.

SDAIA deploys AI solutions to streamline pilgrim entry at Jeddah airport and Islamic Port

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has deployed data and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies at King Abdulaziz International Airport and Jeddah Islamic Port to streamline entry procedures for pilgrims. The effort included preparing technical infrastructure at designated entry points to accommodate Hajj arrivals by air and sea.SDAIA provides comprehensive technical and operational support to ensure smooth operations at the Hajj terminals of King Abdulaziz International Airport. This includes equipping workstations, integrating them with government systems, preparing data centers, and securing primary and backup communication services to ensure uninterrupted functionality.SDAIA also installed and activated biometric stations at the airport, upgraded...

May 21, 2025

SDAIA deploys AI solutions to streamline pilgrim entry at Jeddah airport and Islamic Port

Pilgrims can now activate eSIM cards digitally upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Authorities in Saudi Arabia have enabled international pilgrims to activate eSIM cards directly through service provider applications, offering seamless digital connectivity upon arrival in the Kingdom.The joint initiative is led by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), in partnership with the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and licensed telecom providers.The service allows pilgrims to request eSIM cards from local providers, which are then verified and activated digitally via biometric verification through the “Absher” platform.This process ensures that pilgrims are connected as soon as they arrive, eliminating the need to visit service branches or wait until reaching their accommodation.The initiative is part of CST’s broader efforts...

May 21, 2025

Pilgrims can now activate eSIM cards digitally upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

The Ministerial Committee reiterated its demands to the international community to assume its moral and legal responsibilities and to immediately intervene to put pressure on Israel to immediately lift the blockade, cease its aggression and violations, and comply with UN resolutions.

Arab-Islamic Committee welcomes statement of leaders of UK, France, and Canada on Gaza aggression

RIYADH — The Ministerial Committee assigned by the Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit on Gaza welcomed on Tuesday the joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France and Canada on the situation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, and the demands to end the war on Gaza and immediately allow access of humanitarian aid to the strip.The Ministerial Committee shared the opposition expressed by the three leaders to military operations and the continued full-fledged assault against the Palestinian civilian population in Gaza. The committee voiced its grave concern over Israel’s continued blockade on humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, and called for the immediate and sustainable surge of lifesaving humanitarian aid at scale for Palestinians in need throughout Gaza. The...

May 21, 2025

Arab-Islamic Committee welcomes statement of leaders of UK, France, and Canada on Gaza aggression

The two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening cooperation in the judicial field.

Saudi Arabia, Japan sign MoU to boost judicial cooperation

Saudi Gazette reportTOKYO — Saudi Minister of Justice Walid Al-Samaani met with his Japanese counterpart Keisuke Suzuki during an official visit to Tokyo to discuss enhancing judicial ties between the two countries.Al-Samaani highlighted the Kingdom’s recent legal and judicial reforms, supported by the Saudi leadership, including the implementation of specialized legislation aimed at achieving prompt and transparent justice.He emphasized advancements such as real-time audio and video documentation of court hearings — both in-person and through virtual litigation — as well as the publication of judicial rulings and the expansion of preventive justice through notarization of enforceable contracts.During the meeting, the two sides signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at...

May 21, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Japan sign MoU to boost judicial cooperation

KSrelief chief urges stronger response to Middle East crises

Saudi Gazette reportBRUSSELS — The Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, praised international recognition of Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role in addressing humanitarian crises, particularly its efforts in lifting sanctions on Syria — actions that helped pave the way for improved humanitarian access and a positive response from the United States.Dr. Al-Rabeeah made the remarks on Wednesday during his participation in the European Humanitarian Forum 2025 in Brussels, speaking at a seminar titled “Crises in the Middle East: The Challenge of Protecting Lives and Respecting International Humanitarian Law.”In his address, he expressed appreciation for the European Commission’s focus on global humanitarian crises,...

May 21, 2025

KSrelief chief urges stronger response to Middle East crises

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Saudi Arabia, Spain sign MoU to enhance​​​​​​​ economic relations

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli gunfire on diplomatic delegation visiting Jenin in West Bank

HR Ministry proposes revised penalties for Labor Law violations

Saudi beneficiaries of HADAF support jump 93% to 143,000 in 1Q 2025

Liquidity in Saudi economy rises by over SR134 billion in Q1 2025

SDAIA deploys AI solutions to streamline pilgrim entry at Jeddah airport and Islamic Port

Pilgrims can now activate eSIM cards digitally upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

Arab-Islamic Committee welcomes statement of leaders of UK, France, and Canada on Gaza aggression

Saudi Arabia, Japan sign MoU to boost judicial cooperation

KSrelief chief urges stronger response to Middle East crises

Saudi Arabia, Spain sign MoU to enhance economic relations