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President of the Swiss Confederation Departs Jeddah
Jeddah: President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin departed Jeddah today. At King Abdulaziz International Airport, he was received by Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz and several other officials.
Accordin…
Saudi Water Authority Issues Two Violations, Imposes SAR130,000 in Fines
Riyadh: The Saudi Water Authority (SWA): issued two decisions for violations of the Water Law against two establishments after completing inspection and verification procedures and confirming the violations, in accordance with the published rulings.
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Saudi Ambassador to Tunisia Meets with ALECSO Director-General
Tunis: Saudi Ambassador to Tunisia Dr. Abdulaziz bin Ali Al-Saqr met at the embassy with Director-General of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) Dr. Mohamed Ould Omar.
According to Saudi Press Agency, at the o…
UN Statistical Commission Endorses Global Quality of Life Index Initiative
New york: The United Nations Statistical Commission, the highest international body in the global statistical system, has officially commended the global Quality of Life Index initiative. This initiative, implemented by the United Nations Human Settle…
Health Minister Reviews Makkah’s Hajj Healthcare Preparations
Makkah: Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel concluded a two-day inspection tour of healthcare facilities in Makkah today to assess their readiness for the upcoming 1447 AH Hajj season. The visit reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to providing world-clas…
GDNC Foils An Attempt to Smuggle 2,733,648 Amphetamines in Eastern Region
Dammam: The General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC), in coordination with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), has successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle 2,733,648 amphetamine pills. These pills were ingeniously concealed with…
Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale Unveils Closing-Week Program
Diriyah: The Diriyah Biennale Foundation has unveiled the closing week’s program for the third edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale, set to take place from April 25 to May 2, 2026, at JAX District, Diriyah. This final week represents a piv…