Saudi Arabia

MADINAH— Emergency teams of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority in Madinah region successfully restored the pulse of a 54-year-old Indonesian pilgrim after he suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest in the southern courtyard of the Prophet’s Mosque.Director General of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority’s Branch in Madinah region Dr. Ahmed Al-Zahrani said […]

RIYADH — The Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) launched a new set of training programs under its “Hadaf for Leadership” initiative, aimed at empowering national talent and enhancing readiness to lead economic transformation in support of Saudi Vision 2030 objectives. The programs are being implemented in partnership with ESCP Business School in […]

MAKKAH — Security patrols in Makkah arrested three Indonesian residents after they posted misleading advertisements on social media offering unauthorized Hajj services.The security authorities have seized cash, computer equipment, and forged Hajj identification cards during the operation. The arrested suspects were referred to the Public Prosecution to […]

JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received on Wednesday a phone call from Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney.During the call, the leaders discussed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada, as well as areas of existing cooperation between the two countries. They also reviewed ways to further enhance and […]

RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Health and the Public Health Authority have released a list of illnesses that may prevent pilgrims from obtaining a Hajj permit due to physical incapacity. These include advanced kidney failure requiring dialysis, advanced heart failure or liver cirrhosis, severe mental illnesses, dementia, advanced aging, and pregnancy in […]

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior said Wednesday that legal action has been taken against individuals involved in circulating social media content deemed harmful to national unity and public security.In an official statement, the ministry said it had monitored content shared on social media platforms that addresses issues affecting national […]

RIYADH — Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Wednesday that his country had successfully repaid $3.5 billion of its mandatory bilateral debt, saying that this achievement was made possible because of the pivotal support extended by Saudi Arabia. He thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister […]

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports is providing mobile counter devices across various international entry points including air, land, and sea ports to facilitate procedures for the smooth arrival of pilgrims for the upcoming Hajj. This is through the use of the latest technologies that ensure high levels of security and reliability while […]

NEW YORK — Saudi Arabia stressed the need for full implementation of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, while calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and renewed efforts toward establishing a Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders.The remarks were delivered by Saudi Permanent Representative to the United Nations Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasel […]

RIYADH — Saudi Vision 2030 has entered its third and final phase in 2026, marking the last five-year stretch of the Kingdom’s flagship transformation strategy before 2030.After the first phase focused on building foundations and reforms, and the second phase centered on accelerating execution, Phase 3 is expected to be the peak delivery stage, turning […]

RIYADH — Saudi date exports recorded strong growth across key global markets, rising between 39% and 67% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to the National Center for Palms and Dates With the total value of date exports surpassing SR1.9 billion in 2025 — up 14.3% — four key markets, among more than 125 countries importing Saudi dates, recorded […]

RIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has recalled 857 Hyundai vehicles due to a programming fault in the panel system, increasing the risk of accidents. The Ministry explained that a malfunction in the instrument cluster system prevents the display of crucial driving information, including speed, fuel level, and warning alerts. This programming fault may […]

MAKKAH — Hajj Security Forces arrested a Pakistani resident for violating Hajj regulations by transporting five residents of the same nationality and attempting to enter Makkah and remain there without a Hajj permit.They were referred to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal measures.The General Directorate of Public Security urged all […]

JEDDAH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Tuesday a phone call from Secretary General of the United Nations António Guterres.During the call, they discussed a number of regional and international developments of common interest. Areas of cooperation between the two sides were also figured in their conversation.

JEDDAH — Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) underscored the importance of enhancing military integration, including the rapid deployment of a unified early warning system against ballistic missile threats during their consultative summit held in Jeddah on Tuesday. They strongly condemned Iranian attacks targeting member states and rejected any […]

RIYADH — The risk awareness index among workers aged 18 years and above has reached 76.7 percent, according to the results of the 2025 Health and Safety at Workplace Statistics bulletin, released on Tuesday by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The findings showed that the rate of occupational injuries among workers aged 15 years and above […]

RIYADH — Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji and Deputy Foreign Minister of Türkiye Ambassador Musa Kulaklikaya co-chaired on Tuesday, via videoconference, the second meeting of the Political and Diplomatic Committee, under the Saudi-Turkish Coordination Council.During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further enhance […]

JEDDAH— The Cabinet session, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Tuesday, commended the accomplishments of Saudi Vision 2030 throughout its first and second phases as it approaches its overarching objectives.The Council of Ministers reviewed several reports concerning domestic affairs and the various accomplishments […]

RIYADH — The Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) has issued instructions to all shipping agents, port terminal operators, importers, exporters, and customs brokers allowing goods to be released from the port before storage fees are paid.According to a circular issued by MAWANI, the release of goods from the port will be allowed before payment of outstanding […]

RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has outlined the regulations and conditions for employees to be eligible for availing of Hajj leave.The ministry clarified that employees are entitled to paid leave ranging between 10 and 15 days, including Eid al-Adha holidays, provided they have completed two consecutive years of service […]