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More than two million visas have been issued for those wishing to perform Umrah from a total of 176 countries.
Over 2 million Umrah visas issued for pilgrims from 176 countries during current season
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — More than two million visas have been issued for those wishing to perform Umrah from a total of 176 countries around the world during the current Umrah season that started on Muharram 1, 1444 (July 30, 2022).Hani Al-Omairi, member of the National Committee for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, said that around 150 Umrah service companies and establishments are providing the best ever services for the pilgrims from the time of their arrival in the Kingdom until their departure to their countries after their performance of the Umrah rituals in ease and comfort, Al-Arabiya.net reported.He said that Indonesia, the most populous Muslim country, topped the list of countries that sent the highest number of Umrah pilgrims. Indonesia is followed by Iraq, Turkey, Pakistan,...
October 20, 2022

Over 2 million Umrah visas issued for pilgrims from 176 countries during current season

Saudi Arabia records 241 new COVID-19 cases, 3 death
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia recorded on Thursday 241 COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 819,811. COVID-19 cases in the Kingdom had been fluctuating between the 60-mark and 200 during the past weeks.According to a statement from the Ministry of Health, 3 persons have died due to complications caused by the virus over the past 24 hours.This brings the total number of the virus-related fatalities to 9,390.According to the ministry, a total of 191 people recovered over the past 24 hours, raising the total number of people free from the deadly virus to 806,234.Among the active cases 55 of them were in critical condition.
October 20, 2022

Saudi Arabia records 241 new COVID-19 cases, 3 death

Governor of SAGO Eng. Ahmad Al-Fares said that the tender comes within the Organization’s plan to maintain the strategic stocks of wheat and meet the demand from the milling companies.
SAGO issues tender to import 535,000 metric tons of wheat
RIYADH — The Saudi Grains Organization (SAGO) announced on Thursday that it has issued a tender to import 535,000 MT of wheat to be supplied during March - April 2023.Governor of SAGO Eng. Ahmad Al-Fares said that the tender comes within the Organization’s plan to maintain the strategic stocks of wheat and meet the demand from the milling companies.He added that the specified quantity is distributed to nine shipments; three shipment to be delivered to Jeddah Islamic Port, three shipments to be delivered to Yanbu Commercial Port, two shipments to be delivered to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and one shipment to be delivered to Jazan Port. — SPA
October 20, 2022

SAGO issues tender to import 535,000 metric tons of wheat

Somalia has expressed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the wake of the statements issued regarding the decision of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC  ).
Somalia expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia over OPEC+ decision
MOGADISHU — Somalia has expressed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the wake of the statements issued regarding the decision of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC +).The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia said in a statement on Thursday that the country expresses its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia regarding the OPEC + decision to reduce production in order to avoid oil market volatility. — SPA
October 20, 2022

Somalia expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia over OPEC+ decision

Al-Falih speaking during a dialogue session of a group of ministers on the National Strategy for Industry held on Wednesday.
Al-Falih: Talks with two companies progressing to manufacture cars in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said that talks are in an advanced phase with two car manufacturing companies other than Lucid to produce vehicles in the Kingdom. He said that the details of this will be announced soon.Al-Falih said this during a dialogue session of a group of ministers on the National Strategy for Industry held on Wednesday. It is noteworthy that Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng. Abdullah Al-Swaha said on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia will manufacture and export more than 150,000 electric cars in 2026. The US electric vehicle giant Lucid Motors Company aims to produce 150,000 electric cars annually in Saudi Arabia by 2027, he pointed out.Al-Falih said that the industrial sector is the only sector that is...
October 20, 2022

Al-Falih: Talks with two companies progressing to manufacture cars in Saudi Arabia

King Abdulaziz University ranked first at the level of Arab world for 2023 edition.
King Abdulaziz University ranks first at Arab world by QS
JEDDAH — King Abdulaziz University has continued to maintain its top position among the best Arab universities by QS World University Rankings by ranking first at the level of Arab world, according to the British institution specialized in higher education, Quacquarelli Symonds, which manages the QS rating. King Abdulaziz University ranked first at the level of Arab world for 2023 edition, based on huge data during the university classification, which included scientific research, the international research network, academic reputation, opinions of employers, the percentage of attracting international students and faculty members, and others, SPA reports.The official spokesperson for King Abdulaziz University, Dr. Musab bin Faleh Al-Harbi, confirmed that the continuous interest and...
October 20, 2022

King Abdulaziz University ranks first at Arab world by QS

The agreements were signed by Assistant Supervisor General of the Center for Operations and Programs Engineer Ahmed bin Ali Al-Baiz at the center's headquarters in Riyadh.
KSrelief to operate two prosthetic and rehab centers in Yemen
RIYADH — King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) signed two agreements to jointly operate prosthetic and rehabilitation centers in the governorates of Aden and Sayun in Yemen, benefiting 6,135 individuals.The agreements were signed by Assistant Supervisor General of the Center for Operations and Programs Engineer Ahmed bin Ali Al-Baiz at the center's headquarters in Riyadh.Director of the Medical and Environmental Aid Department at KSrelief Dr. Abdullah bin Saleh Al-Moallem explained that under the agreements, physical rehabilitation services and follow-up will be provided for people with special needs to enable them to contribute to community service.He added that patients will be diagnosed and the treatment plan will be determined for each patient through the...
October 20, 2022

KSrelief to operate two prosthetic and rehab centers in Yemen

These projects are being implemented in more than 100 sites linked to the Prophet’s biography and Islamic history.
Emir of Madinah launches projects to renovate Islamic historic sites
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Prince Faisal bin Salman, emir of Madinah and chairman of the Board of Directors of the Regional Development Authority, launched on Wednesday projects to renovate Islamic history sites in the region.The launching ceremony was held in the presence of Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, and Deputy Minister of Culture Hamed Fayez.These projects are being implemented in more than 100 sites linked to the Prophet’s biography and Islamic history. The Tourist Destination Development Office under the Regional Development Authority is responsible for following up on the completion of these projects within the approved timeline of 2025.Prince Faisal inaugurated eight sites whose development has been completed, and these included Al-Ghamama Mosque,...
October 20, 2022

Emir of Madinah launches projects to renovate Islamic historic sites

Crown Prince thanked President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and the Egyptian government for hosting the MGI Summit and SGI Forum in Egypt this year. (File photo)
Crown Prince: Egypt to host MGI and SGI summits in tandem with COP27
RIYADH — Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Saudi Green Initiative, announced the second edition of the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) Summit and the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) Forum to be held next month in tandem with COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.Held under the theme ‘From ambition to action’, the MGI Summit will take place on 7 November and the SGI Forum on 11-12 November.The Crown Prince said: “I would like to thank President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and the Egyptian government for hosting the MGI Summit and SGI Forum in Egypt this year. We are holding them in tandem with COP27, an event bringing nations from around the world together under one roof, to advance global climate ambitions by inspiring joint activity...
October 20, 2022

Crown Prince: Egypt to host MGI and SGI summits in tandem with COP27

By KAUST President Professor Tony F Chan.
Innovation is the centerpiece of KAUST’s role in Saudi Arabia and the world
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a catalyst for innovation; by paving the way for new technology, new talent, educating and upskilling the Saudi Arabian workforce through new programs and aligning with Vision 2030.Since its inception in 2009, KAUST was purposefully designed to bring the power of innovation to address many of the challenges experienced in the region, in the sectors of environment, food, water and energy. These are the foundation pillars of KAUST.In my tenure at KAUST and as the world has evolved, I have added the pillars of health and digital; including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and big data.KAUST has successfully turned every crisis that we have faced, including COVID-19, into an opportunity to be of service to the Kingdom and the...
October 20, 2022

Innovation is the centerpiece of KAUST’s role in Saudi Arabia and the world

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