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Saudi Arabia denies reports of US Secretary of State visit in near future
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs denied media reports that US Secretary of State Antony Blinken would visit the Kingdom in the near future, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Saturday.“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs denied reports circulated in the media and attributed to an official source in the ministry regarding a visit to be made by the US Secretary of State to Saudi Arabia in the near future and the ministry stated that it did not issue any statement in this regard,” the statement read. — SG
March 19, 2022

Saudi Arabia denies reports of US Secretary of State visit in near future

Saudi Arabia has become the first country in the world that allows registration of biometrics via smart phones for the issuance of electronic visas.
Self-registration of pilgrims’ biometrics begins in UK
Saudi Gazette reportLONDON — The third phase of implementing the smart phone application service for self-registration of Umrah pilgrims’ biometrics has begun in the United Kingdom.The launching ceremony of the application titled Saudi Visa Bio was held in the presence of deputy Saudi Ambassador to the UK Hassan Al-Gumaie.Representatives of several Saudi ministries and government agencies also participated in the ceremony and these included the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the Ministry of Tourism, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Presidency of State Security, the National Cybersecurity Authority, and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), in addition to officials of a number of Hajj and Umrah offices.The new...
March 19, 2022

Self-registration of pilgrims’ biometrics begins in UK

Riyadh governor honors winners of local competition for the Holy Qur’an
RIYADH — On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Prince Faisal bin Bandar, Governor of Riyadh region patronized on Friday the ceremony of honoring the winners of the local competition of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Award for Memorizing, Reciting and Interpreting the Holy Quran for Boys.The competition organized and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance in its 23rd session for 2022 in Riyadh.Upon his arrival at the venue, Governor of Riyadh region was received by the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Al-Sheikh and a number of officials.The event was attended by Prince Mohammed bin Abdurrahman, Deputy Governor of Riyadh region. — SPA
March 19, 2022

Riyadh governor honors winners of local competition for the Holy Qur’an

The Saudi pavilion won the award for the best pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai in the category of large suites.
Saudi Arabia wins best pavilion award at Expo 2020 Dubai
DUBAI — Saudi Arabia’s pavilion in "Expo 2020 Dubai" has won the award for the best pavilion, along with two honorary awards, according to the selection of the prestigious EXHIBITOR magazine.The Saudi pavilion won the award for the best pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai in the category of large suites, as well as the honorary award in the category of best exterior design and the honorary award in the category of best display to be added to its other prizes won by the pavilion.Saudi pavilion had won the Platinum Certificate in LEED by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), and it also holds three Guinness World Records, the largest interactive light floor, the longest interactive water curtain at 32 meters in length, and the largest interactive digital screen mirror its area is more...
March 19, 2022

Saudi Arabia wins best pavilion award at Expo 2020 Dubai

The Ministry of Investment has concluded its participation in the four-day International Real Estate Exhibition (MIPIM), which was held from March 15-18 in Cannes, signing 12 Saudi-foreign partnership agreements.
12 Saudi-foreign partnership agreements in MIPIM
RIYADH — The Ministry of Investment has concluded its participation in the four-day International Real Estate Exhibition (MIPIM), which was held from March 15-18 in Cannes, signing 12 Saudi-foreign partnership agreements.The ministry showcased investment opportunities, competitive advantages, and the size and diversity of promising opportunities in the real estate sector in Saudi Arabia.A total of 12 Saudi-foreign partnership agreements were signed on the sidelines of the exhibition and under the umbrella of "Invest in Saudi", in which several government agencies and the private sector participated, including the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, the Royal Commission for the City of Riyadh, the National Housing Company, Roshn, Retal, and Ajdan, to display...
March 19, 2022

12 Saudi-foreign partnership agreements in MIPIM

OIC headquarter.
OIC calls on Yemeni parties to engage in GCC-sponsored peace talks
JEDDAH — The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the initiative announced by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to host consultations between Yemeni Parties in Riyadh.The General Secretariat had called for supporting a political solution to the Yemeni crisis and encouraged dialogue between all Yemeni parties and the implementation of the Riyadh Agreement, and appreciated all efforts, especially efforts of UN and Saudi Arabia for a ceasefire and advancing the political process.OIC Secretary General, Hissein Brahim Taha praised GCC initiative, which would bridge the rift between the Yemeni brothers.He called on all Yemeni parties to engage in this very important initiative to stop the bleeding of Yemeni blood and reach a political solution to end...
March 19, 2022

OIC calls on Yemeni parties to engage in GCC-sponsored peace talks

Saudi Customs foils attempt to smuggle 1.6 million captagon pills
RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) at Jeddah Islamic Port has thwarted an attempt to smuggle 1,6 million Captagon pills, found hidden in a caravan shipment intended for trips.ZATCA said on Friday that caravan was subject to customs procedures and was examined through security process at the port, when the authorities found a large quantity of Captagon pills hidden in a technical way inside the cavity of the floor of caravan trailer, adding that upon completion of the seizure.The authority coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control to ensure the arrest of the recipients of the pills in the Kingdom, which resulted in the arrest of three persons.The authority reiterated that it will continue to tighten control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports...
March 19, 2022

Saudi Customs foils attempt to smuggle 1.6 million captagon pills

The season’s events include more than 7,500 days of activities, about 10 international exhibitions, more than 350 theatrical shows. (Supplied)
‘Imagine more’… Riyadh Season visitors cross 14 million mark
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Riyadh Season has attracted more than 14 million people since it launched last November, with tourists from 125 countries among the visitors.The season was executed with the cooperation of 1,255 companies, providing 150,000 job opportunities. Launched last October under the slogan “Imagine More.”Riyadh Season, which is considered the most prominent entertainment destination in Saudi Arabia, was launched on Oct. 20, and includes 14 areas, namely: Boulevard Riyadh City, Via Riyadh, Combat Field, Al-Athriyah, Riyadh Oasis, The Groves, Riyadh Winter Wonderland, Riyadh Front, Al-Murabba, Riyadh Pulse, Riyadh Safari, Al-Salam Tree, Khalouha and Zaman Village.The season’s events include more than 7,500 days of activities, about 10 international exhibitions,...
March 19, 2022

‘Imagine more’… Riyadh Season visitors cross 14 million mark

Saudi Arabia ranks 25th globally in 2022 happiness index
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia advanced to the 25th position globally in the annual World Happiness report 2022, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Friday. The Kingdom was ranked 26th globally in 2021.The Kingdom has continued its progress globally in the happiness index, according to the report issued by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, which annually measures happiness indicators for about 156 countries around the world.The indicators measured by the report showed the Kingdom’s steady progress in the ranking of the happiest population since 2017, in light of the progress in achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, and its flexible capabilities to adapt to the requirements of the development of quality of life.The Kingdom was...
March 18, 2022

Saudi Arabia ranks 25th globally in 2022 happiness index

Although it is possible for any food to cause an allergy, there are some common ones like shellfish, milk, eggs, fish, peanuts and others.
Food allergy: SFDA says emergency rooms receive a patient every three minutes
RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) said food allergy shall be treated by avoiding ingredients that cause it, according to international statistics.SFDA pointed out that a person visits the emergency room every three minutes due to a food allergy. It said one of the national studies conducted by the National Nutrition Committee at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), in cooperation with Taibah University, indicates that 21% of the Saudi population suffer from a food allergy, and the symptoms range from mild to severe, which may lead to death.Food allergy is defined as an immune system response to certain types of food. Consumption of a certain food item can trigger an unusual immune response, caused by immunoglobulin E antibody. The body’s immune system mistakenly...
March 18, 2022

Food allergy: SFDA says emergency rooms receive a patient every three minutes

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