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Saudi Arabia outlines progress on gender equality and partnerships at UN forum
NEW YORK — Removing barriers to women’s participation in economic and social life has been a central focus of Saudi Arabia’s reforms under Vision 2030, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) emphasized during the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) in New York.Participating as part of the Kingdom’s wider delegation led by the Ministry of Economy and Planning, HRSD Deputy Minister for International Affairs Dr. Tariq Alhamad delivered remarks during two key sessions—one on the review of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5 on Gender Equality, and another on institutional collaboration and sustainability.Dr. Tariq highlighted that Vision 2030 is enabling inclusive growth by aligning long-term national reforms with the UN Sustainable Development Goals....
July 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia outlines progress on gender equality and partnerships at UN forum

Commerce ministry names company official over consumer fraud in Khamis Mushayt
Saudi Gazette reportASIR — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce has publicly named a Yemeni national, the purchasing manager of a commercial company, following a final court ruling that found him guilty of violating the Anti-Commercial Fraud Law.The ministry’s inspection teams uncovered 24,200 plastic plates in Khamis Mushayt that failed to meet approved Saudi standards.A final verdict issued by the Court of Appeals in the Asir region imposed a financial penalty, ordered the closure of the company’s premises for three days, mandated the destruction of the counterfeit goods, and required the publication of the ruling at the violator’s expense.The Ministry of Commerce reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing violators of the Anti-Commercial Fraud Law and enforcing penalties.Under the...
July 23, 2025

Commerce ministry names company official over consumer fraud in Khamis Mushayt

Saudi authorities crack down on illegal housing splits, fines up to SR200,000
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing has affirmed the continued efforts of local municipalities and secretariats to monitor and penalize unauthorized residential property divisions intended for investment purposes. Offenders may face fines of up to SR200,000.In a statement issued Tuesday, the ministry highlighted key violations including subdividing housing units into smaller sections, creating internal doors, and modifying exits through building setbacks — all without obtaining necessary permits. These actions, it said, compromise public safety, strain infrastructure and municipal services, and disrupt social and economic balance in urban areas.Supported by the ministry, local authorities are intensifying on-ground inspections and...
July 23, 2025

Saudi authorities crack down on illegal housing splits, fines up to SR200,000

Minister of Transport Saleh Al-Jasser and Minister of Communication and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha ride in the vehicle during the launch event in Riyadh on Wednesday.
Saudi Arabia launches first pilot phase of self-driving vehicles in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has launched the initial pilot phase of autonomous vehicles in Riyadh, marking a significant step toward smart, AI-driven transport systems.Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Transport General Authority, Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser, inaugurated the program on Wednesday, emphasizing its role in enabling cutting-edge technologies and advancing a safe, intelligent transport ecosystem.The project will operate in real-life settings across seven key areas in Riyadh, including Terminals 2 and 5 at King Khalid International Airport, Roshn Business Front, Princess Nourah University, the North Train Station, and the Transport General Authority’s headquarters. A total of 13 pickup and drop-off points have been designated.Developed...
July 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia launches first pilot phase of self-driving vehicles in Riyadh

Saudi investment delegation arrives in Damascus for landmark economic forum
Saudi Gazette reportDAMASCUS — A high-level Saudi delegation led by Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih arrived in Damascus on Wednesday to participate in the Saudi-Syrian Investment Forum, marking a major step in restoring economic ties between the two countries.The visit, organized under the directive of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, includes more than 130 Saudi businessmen and investors, reflecting strong official and commercial interest in supporting Syria’s economic recovery.According to Syria’s state news agency, the delegation’s agenda centers on exploring investment opportunities, facilitating bilateral understandings, and removing obstacles facing investors—part of Saudi Arabia’s broader commitment to enhancing historical and fraternal ties with Syria.The...
July 23, 2025

Saudi investment delegation arrives in Damascus for landmark economic forum

Saudi Arabia launches first academy for arts and culture in public education
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has launched its first-of-its-kind Academy for Arts and Culture, aimed at discovering, nurturing, and developing cultural talents among students in public education.The academy is a joint initiative by the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Education and will open its doors in the 2025–2026 academic year.It will initially enroll 4th-grade elementary and 1st-year intermediate students across two campuses: one for boys in Al-Nakheel district in Riyadh and one for girls in North Obhur district in Jeddah.Blending accredited academic education with specialized cultural programs, the academy offers an enriched environment targeting students gifted in fields such as drawing, theater, music, and singing. Future expansion will include all grade...
July 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia launches first academy for arts and culture in public education

Saudi Arabia and Syria to hold investment forum in Damascus to boost cooperation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia is moving forward with plans to deepen its bilateral ties with Syria through the launch of the Syrian-Saudi Investment Forum 2025, the Ministry of Investment announced on Tuesday.The initiative reflects the Kingdom’s continued commitment to supporting Syria and contributing to its stability and prosperity.The forum aims to build on the historic ties and shared heritage between the two nations and strengthen economic cooperation in line with Saudi Arabia’s strategic vision of regional integration and mutual benefit.Acting on the directives of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Ministry of Investment has launched efforts to activate the role of the private sector in both countries by facilitating cross-border partnerships.These efforts...
July 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia and Syria to hold investment forum in Damascus to boost cooperation

Saudi films earn SR100 million at box office in 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi films have generated over SR100 million in box office revenue since the beginning of 2025, reflecting the rapid growth of the Kingdom’s film industry and growing audience trust in local content.According to the Saudi Film Commission, eight local productions captured 19% of total box office share this year.These included Shabab Al-Bomb 2, Hobal, Al-Zarfa, Is'af, Fakhr Al-Suwaidi, Leil Nahar, Saifi, and Tashwish.During the week of July 13–19, Saudi cinemas recorded SR26 million in total ticket sales. Leading the charts was the American film F1 The Movie with SR26.3 million, followed by the Saudi film Al-Zarfa with SR22.6 million.Superman ranked third with SR7.7 million, while the Egyptian film Ahmed and Ahmed came in fourth with SR3.5 million.
July 22, 2025

Saudi films earn SR100 million at box office in 2025

Saudi Arabia allows special travel permits for business visits to Syria
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Embassy in Damascus has announced the introduction of special travel permits for businesspeople and investors from both Saudi Arabia and Syria, paving the way for renewed economic engagement and investment exploration between the two countries.The move marks a notable shift in bilateral economic relations, following Saudi Arabia’s 2015 decision to ban travel to Syria due to deteriorating security and political conditions at the time.This latest development coincides with the visit of a Saudi business delegation to Syria over the past two days, where they met with Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and other senior officials.The permits are expected to facilitate broader investment cooperation amid warming diplomatic ties and the ongoing...
July 22, 2025

Saudi Arabia allows special travel permits for business visits to Syria

Shahad Ameen’s Hijra selected for 82nd Venice Film Festival spotlight
RIYADH — Saudi filmmaker Shahad Ameen’s highly anticipated second feature Hijra has been officially selected to screen in the Spotlight Competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, taking place from August 27 to September 6, 2025.The selection marks a major milestone for Ameen, whose debut film Scales also premiered at Venice, represented Saudi Arabia in the Oscars, and went on to win over 15 international awards. With Hijra, Ameen returns to Venice as both writer and director, teaming up with renowned Iraqi filmmaker Mohamed Al-Daradji as lead producer.Described as a poetic road movie set in 2001, Hijra follows a grandmother traveling from the south of Saudi Arabia to Mecca with her two granddaughters. When one of them disappears, the journey shifts northward in search...
July 22, 2025

Shahad Ameen’s Hijra selected for 82nd Venice Film Festival spotlight

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