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The General Authority of Civil Aviation report evaluates performance based on flights departing or arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled time, aiming to give travelers a clear view of how well airlines and airports adhere to schedules, while also supporting efforts to improve service quality and enhance the overall travel experience.
GACA: Riyadh airport emerges topper with a compliance rate of 90%
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued on Saturday its April 2025 report on airport and national carrier compliance with flight schedules, naming King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh as the top performer in the first category of international airports handling over 15 million passengers annually.The Riyadh airport recorded a compliance rate of 90 percent. King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Abha International Airport, NEOM International Airport, Turaif Airport, and Wadi Al-Dawasir Airport are also among the top performers across five categories.The report evaluates performance based on flights departing or arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled time, aiming to give travelers a clear view of how well airlines and airports...
May 25, 2025

GACA: Riyadh airport emerges topper with a compliance rate of 90%

According to the General Directorate of Passports, 912,598 pilgrims entered via airports, 45,028 through land crossings, and 4,277 by sea.
Over 960,000 arrive as influx of pilgrims gains momentum ahead of Hajj  
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Directorate of Passports has reported that as of Saturday, May 24, a total of 961,903 pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the Hajj of 2025 through air, land, and sea ports.According to the directorate, 912,598 pilgrims entered via airports, 45,028 through land crossings, and 4,277 by sea. The directorate reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating smooth entry procedures by equipping all international entry points with advanced technology and deploying highly trained, multilingual staff.
May 25, 2025

Over 960,000 arrive as influx of pilgrims gains momentum ahead of Hajj  

Saudi Arabia completes SR60.4 billion debt buyback, issues SR60.3 billion in new sukuk
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s National Debt Management Center (NDMC) has completed an early buyback of government debt maturing between 2025 and 2029, with a total value of approximately SR60.4 billion, while simultaneously issuing SR60.3 billion in new sukuk across five tranches.The initiative is part of NDMC’s strategy to enhance the efficiency of public debt management and support the development of the local debt market.It also aligns with broader efforts to strengthen public finances and optimize the government’s debt maturity profile over the medium and long term.The new sukuk issuances are structured as follows: The first tranche amounts to SR21.5 billion, maturing in 2032. The second tranche is valued at SR1.8 billion and matures in 2035. The third tranche...
May 25, 2025

Saudi Arabia completes SR60.4 billion debt buyback, issues SR60.3 billion in new sukuk

Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid
Sheikh Bin Humaid will deliver Arafat sermon
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Eminent Saudi scholar and imam and khateeb of the Grand Mosque in Makkah Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid will deliver the sermon and lead prayer at the Namirah Mosque on the Day of Arafat on Dhul Hijjah 9, 1446 for the upcoming annual pilgrimage of Hajj. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued a directive in this regard, according to the Presidency of the Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.The Arafat Day marks the climax of the annual pilgrimage of Hajj. The standing at Arafat, one of the four pillars of Hajj and the most important ritual of the annual pilgrimage, will start after the Arafat sermon and performance of Dhuhr and Asr prayers in combined and shortened form.Sheikh Bin Humaid is a renowned...
May 25, 2025

Sheikh Bin Humaid will deliver Arafat sermon

The Supreme Court urged anyone who sights the crescent moon with the naked eye or through binoculars to promptly report to the nearest court and submit their testimony.
Supreme Court urges Muslims to look for Dhul Hijjah crescent on Tuesday
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to look for the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah on Tuesday evening, 29 Dhul Qada, corresponding to May 27.In a statement issued on Sunday, the Supreme Court urged anyone who sights the crescent moon with the naked eye or through binoculars to promptly report to the nearest court and submit their testimony or contact the nearest town center for assistance in reaching the nearest court.The Supreme Court expressed hope that those capable of sighting the moon will join the committees established for this purpose in various regions of the Kingdom. "They will receive reward from God for participating in this as it promotes cooperation in righteousness and piety and benefits all Muslims," the...
May 25, 2025

Supreme Court urges Muslims to look for Dhul Hijjah crescent on Tuesday

Saudi Arabia’s digital economy grows to 15.6% of GDP in 2023, GASTAT says
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s digital economy accounted for 15.6% of the Kingdom’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023, reflecting a 1.6% increase compared to 2022, according to the latest bulletin released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).The 2023 Digital Economy Statistics Bulletin highlights significant growth in the information and communications technology (ICT) sector, which continues to play a central role in the Kingdom’s economic diversification and digital transformation goals. Imports of ICT goods reached SR54.9 billion in 2023, up from SR45.8 billion the previous year, marking a growth rate of 19.9%.Meanwhile, exports and re-exports of ICT products surged by 76.1%, rising from SR6.7 billion in 2022 to SR11.8 billion in 2023.The report also...
May 25, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s digital economy grows to 15.6% of GDP in 2023, GASTAT says

The air ambulance team in the Hail region successfully transported on Saturday an Iraqi pilgrim after suffering from acute respiratory problems.
Iraqi pilgrim airlifted following respiratory problems
Saudi Gazette report HAIL — The air ambulance team in the Hail region successfully transported on Saturday an Iraqi pilgrim after suffering from acute respiratory problems. This was in response to an emergency report received by the Hail Region command and control room.According to the Hail Health Cluster, the case occurred on the Hail-Madinah Road near Al-Ghazalah governorate. The air ambulance team responded promptly, identified the issue as respiratory, and acted according to emergency medical protocols. The aircraft made a rapid transfer to King Salman Specialist Hospital where the patient was handed over to specialized medical staff for further care.This action is part of the Saudi leadership's continuous dedication to serving pilgrims by providing timely medical assistance...
May 24, 2025

Iraqi pilgrim airlifted following respiratory problems

The regulation, published in Umm Al-Qura newspaper on Friday, aims to strengthen oversight of airlines, airports, and entities operating in the sector.
New regulation strengthens GACA’s oversight of airports and companies
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The new regulation grants the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) financial and administrative independence and broad powers to regulate and develop the sector, in line with the national strategy for transport and logistics services and enhancing the sector's investment attractiveness.The regulation, published in Umm Al-Qura newspaper on Friday, aims to strengthen oversight of airlines, airports, and entities operating in the sector, as well as to ensure their compliance with regulations and standards. It also aims to introduce new policies and legislation, as well as to regulate licensing, permits, and civil, private, military, and diplomatic flights.The regulation includes responsibilities related to aviation security, the environment, frequency...
May 24, 2025

New regulation strengthens GACA’s oversight of airports and companies

Dr. Manal Hassan Radwan, advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, co-chairing the preparatory meeting for the high-level international conference in New York on Friday.
Saudi Arabia underscores need to end occupation and establish viable Palestine state
Saudi Gazette report NEW YORK — Saudi Arabia emphasized the need to end the Israeli occupation and establish an independent and viable Palestinian state as the only way to achieve security and stability in the region.This was stated by Dr. Manal Hassan Radwan, advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while co-chairing on Friday the preparatory meeting for the high-level international conference for a peaceful settlement of the Palestinian issue and the implementation of the two-state solution.The international conference is scheduled to be held from June 17 to 20. The French side was headed by Anne-Claire Legendre, advisor to the French president, at the meeting, which saw broad participation from UN member states.In her speech during the opening session, Radwan, who leads the Saudi...
May 24, 2025

Saudi Arabia underscores need to end occupation and establish viable Palestine state

The Ministry of Interior said that a total of 11,566 violators were deported while 15,936 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and 1,359 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations.
Saudi security forces arrest 13,118 illegals in a week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A total of 13,118 illegal residents were arrested in Saudi Arabia in a week. The arrests were made during the inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between May 15 and May 21, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 8,150 violators of the Residency Law, 3,344 violators of the Border Security Law, and 1,624 violators of the Labor Law. The ministry said that a total of 11,566 violators were deported while 15,936 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and 1,359 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border...
May 24, 2025

Saudi security forces arrest 13,118 illegals in a week

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