Minister of Municipalities and Housing Meets Qatari Counterpart.

Riyadh: Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail met with Qatari Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiya to enhance cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar in the fields of housing and urban development. According to Saudi Press Agency, the meeting, held on the sidelines of Cityscape Global 2024, reviewed the Kingdom's experiences in the real-estate sector. Discussions included housing projects and housing supply stimulation programs aimed at meeting citizens' needs and enhancing the quality of life. The ministry's efforts to create housing initiatives that achieve sustainability and align with Saudi families' aspirations were also highlighted. The meeting also covered Qatar's experience in hosting the World Cup, focusing on the challenges faced and lessons learned from organizing the global event. The ministers emphasized the importance of exchanging experiences and developing capabilities in organizing major events and enhancing urban infrastructure. Further discussions were held on the development of smart cities and the application of modern technology in the construction sector. Both sides stressed the significance of innovation in improving the efficiency of urban projects and how to adopt the latest technologies to develop cities, making them more efficient and sustainable.