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Temporary closure of heritage hotels in historic Jeddah for seasonal maintenance
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture has announced the temporary closure of heritage hotels in the Historic Jeddah area as part of a seasonal maintenance plan aimed at preserving high-quality cultural and hospitality experiences for visitors.The closure supports the Ministry’s broader efforts to restore and sustain heritage buildings through a project that involves the renovation and adaptive reuse of 34 traditional structures, transforming them into culturally authentic hotels that retain their architectural character and original elements.The first phase of the initiative saw the launch of three heritage hotels — Beit Jokhdar, Beit Al Rayess, and Beit Kedwan — following extensive restoration in line with UNESCO guidelines and international...
May 30, 2025

Temporary closure of heritage hotels in historic Jeddah for seasonal maintenance

Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed leads Saudi Sports for All delegation at MESIF 2025 in London
LONDON — The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA), led by its President Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal, participated in the Middle East Sports Investment Forum (MESIF) 2025 held on May 27–28 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.Sponsored by the Saudi Ministry of Investment with strategic support from the Ministry of Sports, the forum brought together over 300 delegates, including representatives from regional sports ministries, sovereign wealth funds, and private sector entities across the MENA region.Prince Khaled praised the forum organizers and sponsors for creating a platform that brought together key stakeholders from across the GCC and beyond.“MESIF connects the regional sports ecosystem and enables meaningful collaboration across sectors,” he noted.SFA Managing...
May 30, 2025

Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed leads Saudi Sports for All delegation at MESIF 2025 in London

The percentage of housing occupied by Saudi families reached 50.6 percent of the total housing occupied by families, while the average size of the Saudi family reached 4.9 individuals.
GASTAT: Saudi families occupy 4.4 million homes
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) revealed on Thursday that the total number of homes occupied by Saudi families reached 4.4 million. This figure records an increase of 233,000 houses compared to the houses registered in the census of 2022, with a growth rate of 2.7 percent.The percentage of housing occupied by Saudi families reached 50.6 percent of the total housing occupied by families, while the average size of the Saudi family reached 4.9 individuals.The results of the housing survey for the year 2024 showed that the percentage of housing occupied by Saudi families in the type of apartments is the highest, representing 45 percent, followed by villas, with 31 percent of the total housing occupied by Saudi families.The GASTAT survey indicated...
May 30, 2025

GASTAT: Saudi families occupy 4.4 million homes

Task force discusses objectives of Arab cybersecurity strategy
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — A specialized team tasked with preparing the Arab Cybersecurity Strategy met in Riyadh on Thursday to discuss the strategic objectives proposed by the Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers.During the meeting chaired by Saudi Arabia, five major elements of the Council's proposal were discussed. They include enhancing cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, strengthening Arab cyber resilience in the face of cyber-attacks, working to build human capacity and develop the cyber industry, and harmonizing cyber legislation and frameworks among the member states.The Arab Cybersecurity Strategy aims to achieve the Council's objectives set forth in its bylaws, approved by the Council of the League of Arab States at the summit level, which include a secure...
May 30, 2025

Task force discusses objectives of Arab cybersecurity strategy

Saudi Deputy Minister of Investment for International Relations Sara Al-Sayed attending the Economic Forum session in Kuala Lumpur.  
Saudi Arabia showcases investment prospects at ASEAN, GCC and China Economic Forum
Saudi Gazette report KUALA LUMPUR — The Saudi Ministry of Investment showcased its vast investment opportunities during its participation in the Economic Forum of ASEAN, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and China. A delegation from the Saudi public and private sectors took part in the forum, which was held alongside the ASEAN–GCC Summit and the ASEAN–GCC–China Summit, hosted by the Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur from May 27 to 29.The participation is part of the ministry's ongoing efforts to maintain a strong presence at major international events to showcase the Kingdom's investment environment and its developments across various economic sectors. It also aimed to highlight Saudi Arabia’s investment opportunities and strategic initiatives under the Saudi Vision...
May 30, 2025

Saudi Arabia showcases investment prospects at ASEAN, GCC and China Economic Forum

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan holds talks with African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf in Riyadh on Thursday.
Saudi foreign minister receives head of African Union Commission
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh on Thursday.During the meeting, they reviewed relations between the Kingdom and the African Union and discussed ways to enhance cooperation across various fields. They also addressed issues of mutual interest.Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji and Saudi Ambassador to Ethiopia Dr. Fahd Al-Humaidani attended the meeting.
May 29, 2025

Saudi foreign minister receives head of African Union Commission

Abbas Araghchi
FM Araghchi: Iran won't allow any disruption in relations with Saudi Arabia  
Saudi Gazette report TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that relations with Saudi Arabia have become a matter of significant concern in light of recent developments, Al-Arabiya.net reported. He emphasized that Tehran is keen on maintaining bilateral relations and ensuring that the Hajj season is not affected.Araghchi emphasized that Iran will continue its fraternal relations with Saudi Arabia and will not allow any disruption to them."The issue of relations with Saudi Arabia is receiving critical attention due to the recent developments. I am in contact with our friends in the mission of the Supreme Leader as well as with the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization, to ensure that there is no disruption to the process of sending Iranian pilgrims or Hajj-related...
May 29, 2025

FM Araghchi: Iran won't allow any disruption in relations with Saudi Arabia  

Pilgrims and individuals offering sacrifices can securely authorize the Ehsan platform for the ritual's execution within the Islamic time frame.
Ehsan Platform opens online Adahi requests for Hajj 2025
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ehsan National Platform for Charitable Work is now accepting requests for sacrificial animals (Adahi) for the Hajj season of 2025. The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, in collaboration with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Project for Utilization of Hady and Adahi (Adahi), initiated this digital service, which facilitates the performance of the prescribed Islamic ritual of sacrificing animal.Pilgrims and individuals offering sacrifices can securely authorize the Ehsan platform for the ritual's execution within the Islamic time frame. The platform ensures efficient distribution to eligible beneficiaries.To request the service, users can log in to the platform, access "Our Programs," select the Adahi program, specify the type and...
May 29, 2025

Ehsan Platform opens online Adahi requests for Hajj 2025

Heritage Commission records 53 violations of antiquities and heritage laws in two months
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Heritage Commission recorded 53 violations of regulations related to antiquities and urban heritage across several regions in Saudi Arabia during March and April 2025, as part of ongoing oversight efforts to safeguard the Kingdom’s cultural legacy.In March alone, 29 violations were documented, including the illegal display of antiquities for sale, unlicensed archaeological survey and excavation activities, and other infractions identified on social media platforms.Two cases were referred to the Public Prosecution, while seven were sent to the Violations Review Committee. Additionally, 20 cases were handed over to relevant security authorities for further action.In April, 24 violations were detected, involving unauthorized encroachment on archaeological...
May 29, 2025

Heritage Commission records 53 violations of antiquities and heritage laws in two months

The Hajj Security Forces arrested the violators at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 83 unauthorized pilgrims.
Interior Ministry penalizes 26 Hajj permit offenders  
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Ministry of Interior has penalized 10 expatriates and 16 Saudi citizens for violating Hajj rules and regulations. The ministry announced that Hajj Security Forces have arrested them at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 83 individuals who did not possess the required permits to perform Hajj.The seasonal administrative committees under the ministry have issued decisions against the transporters, their accomplices, and those who were provided with transportation. The penalties included imprisonment, fines of up to SR100,000, publicizing names of violators in the local media at their own expense, deportation of residents, and a 10-year ban on reentry into the Kingdom following the completion of their sentence.The ministry also called for the...
May 29, 2025

Interior Ministry penalizes 26 Hajj permit offenders  

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