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The General Directorate of Civil Defense stated that its preventive supervision and safety teams will conduct field inspections to enforce the cooking gas ban within the holy sites.
Cooking gas cylinders banned in holy sites during Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense has banned the entry and usage of all types and sizes of cooking gas (liquefied petroleum gas) cylinders in pilgrim camps and the headquarters of government and private agencies within the holy sites.This ban is effective from Wednesday morning, the first day of Dhul Hijjah, as part of a comprehensive preventive measure to minimize the risk of accidents during the Hajj season.The directorate stated that its preventive supervision and safety teams will conduct field inspections to enforce the cooking gas ban within the holy sites. It said that any gas-powered cylinders or devices found will be confiscated. It also emphasized that strict legal measures will be taken against violators.
May 28, 2025

Cooking gas cylinders banned in holy sites during Hajj

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance received the first group of guests under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit.
Islamic Affairs Ministry receives first group of King's guests for Hajj  
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance received the first group of guests under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued an order to host 2,300 pilgrims from more than 100 countries. The first delegation of guests, who arrived on Wednesday, included 305 pilgrims from 33 countries.Several guests expressed their heartfelt thanks to the Saudi leadership for enabling them to perform Hajj through the program. They also praised the leadership’s ongoing commitment to serving Muslims worldwide.
May 28, 2025

Islamic Affairs Ministry receives first group of King's guests for Hajj  

The General Directorate of Passports stated that 1,115,663 pilgrims arrived through airports, 60,365 via land border crossings, and 4,278 through seaports.
Over 1.18 million Hajj pilgrims arrive by Tuesday
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports announced that a total of 1,180,306 pilgrims arrived from abroad through the Kingdom’s air, land, and sea entry points by the end of Tuesday, May 27.It stated that out of this, 1,115,663 pilgrims arrived through airports, 60,365 via land border crossings, and 4,278 through seaports.The directorate also reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to facilitating entry procedures for pilgrims by equipping all international ports with advanced technologies operated by highly trained, multilingual personnel.In a related development, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance has announced the launch of a 24/7 toll-free helpline (8002451000) to respond to pilgrims’ inquiries and provide religious edicts (fatwas) related...
May 28, 2025

Over 1.18 million Hajj pilgrims arrive by Tuesday

Saudi Arabia studies ways to combat forest fires and promote sustainability
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) has completed a study titled "Methods of Preventing Forest Fires and Addressing Their Impacts in the Southern and Southwestern Regions of Saudi Arabia," in collaboration with King Khalid University and Monash University in Australia. This study is part of its efforts to enhance forest protection and reduce the risk of fires, in order to achieve environmental sustainability goals.The study included a comprehensive assessment of forest conditions, the creation of a digital database, and the development of an integrated action plan that includes relevant agencies, defining the tasks of each agency. It utilized modern technologies such as early warning and drones....
May 28, 2025

Saudi Arabia studies ways to combat forest fires and promote sustainability

China grants visa-free access to all GCC countries, including Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette reportBEIJING — China has officially extended its visa-free policy to cover all Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, marking a significant step in deepening people-to-people exchanges with the region.Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Wednesday that nationals from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain will be eligible to enter China without a visa starting June 9, 2025, until June 8, 2026.The visa waiver applies to visits for tourism, business, family visits, exchanges, or transit, and is limited to 30 days.The move completes China's visa-free coverage for the entire GCC bloc, which already included the UAE and Qatar — countries that have enjoyed full mutual visa exemptions with China since 2018.“We welcome more friends from GCC countries...
May 28, 2025

China grants visa-free access to all GCC countries, including Saudi Arabia

Saudi, Syrian ministers explore digital economy cooperation in virtual meeting
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha held a virtual meeting with his Syrian counterpart, Abdul Salam Heikal, to discuss future cooperation in the digital economy sector.The discussion focused on opportunities to enhance digital infrastructure in Syria to support sustainable development and align with broader aspirations for economic growth and national recovery.Al-Swaha reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to supporting Syria’s future by fostering digital transformation and innovation.Both ministers emphasized the importance of regional integration and knowledge exchange, particularly in advancing innovation, empowering young talent and entrepreneurs, and building capabilities that enable both nations to compete on...
May 28, 2025

Saudi, Syrian ministers explore digital economy cooperation in virtual meeting

Saudi Judiciary moves toward full digital transformation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The President of the Board of Grievances and Chairman of the Administrative Judiciary Council, Dr. Khaled Al-Youssef, chaired a session of the Administrative Judiciary Council here.Secretary-General of the Administrative Judiciary Council, Dr. Ali Al-Ahidab, explained in a statement issued following the session that the meeting discussed several issues related to developing the performance of the Board of Grievances courts, monitoring indicators, and the quality of work. The Council approved the rules for digital litigation in administrative courts and the floating of territorial jurisdiction, with the aim of transforming all Board of Grievances courts in Saudi Arabia into fully digital courts.This will improve the judicial process, govern its procedures, and...
May 28, 2025

Saudi Judiciary moves toward full digital transformation

Commerce and sports ministers participate in roundtable on Saudi-British sports cooperation
Saudi Gazette reportLONDON — Saudi Minister of Commerce Dr. Majid Al-Qasabi has affirmed at the Saudi-UK Strategic Partnership Council that Saudi vision 2030 launched by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman transformed the Saudi economy and created promising opportunities in many vital sectors.He explained that the Saudi-British partnership is unique, and the UK is the second-largest exporter of services in the world. He added that the two countries can cooperate to establish a global integration system that covers many aspects of sports, tourism, culture, arts, and technology, all of which have become a global language that requires no translation.The meeting was also attended by Saudi Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki, and Sir Chris Bryant, UK's Minister of State for...
May 28, 2025

Commerce and sports ministers participate in roundtable on Saudi-British sports cooperation

Hajj security forces enforce strict permit regulations to ensure pilgrim safety
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Commander of the Hajj Security Forces, Major General Abdullah Al-Quraish, reaffirmed that all security and traffic plans for the 2025 Hajj season are being fully implemented to maintain order and ensure the safety of pilgrims across Makkah and the holy sites.He emphasized that no one will be permitted to perform Hajj without a valid permit, and security forces will act decisively against any violations of Hajj regulations.Violators will be subject to the penalties previously announced, in line with the Kingdom’s zero-tolerance approach to unauthorized entry and attempts to disrupt the pilgrimage.In coordination with relevant authorities, the security forces are working to guarantee the smooth movement of pilgrims and secure the roads leading into Makkah....
May 28, 2025

Hajj security forces enforce strict permit regulations to ensure pilgrim safety

British Secretary of Defense John Healey and Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman hold talks at the British Ministry of Defense headquarters in London on Tuesday.
British, Saudi defense ministers discuss strategic military cooperation  
Saudi Gazette report London — British Secretary of Defense John Healey received Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman at the British Ministry of Defense headquarters in London on Tuesday.During the meeting, British and Saudi ministers of defense reviewed the close historical relations between the two friendly countries, strategic cooperation in the military and defense fields, and opportunities to develop them to achieve common interests. They also discussed regional and international developments, issues of common interest, and the efforts made in this regard.The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Prince Khalid bin Bandar; Chief of the General Staff Gen. Fayyadh Al-Ruwaili; Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs Dr. Khalid...
May 28, 2025

British, Saudi defense ministers discuss strategic military cooperation  

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