RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s climate envoy took part in the High Level Event on Ocean Action: Immersed in Change, the Saudi Press Agency reported early on Saturday. Saudi Minister of State Adel Al-Jubeir led the Kingdom’s delegation to the event in the Costa Rican capital San Jose.The meeting, taking place between June 7 and 8, seeks…
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia will increase its oil production capacity from 2025 to 2027, before going back to the current level of 12.3 million barrels per day in 2028, the Kingdom’s energy minister has revealed. Speaking at the International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, and…
June 7 is first day of Dhu Al Hijjah, marking start of Hajj pilgrimage Dubai: The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced that Friday, June 7 will mark the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah, as the crescent moon of Dhu Al Hijjah has been sighted in the kingdom on Thursday evening. “Arafat Day…
RIYADH: The first group of pilgrims from Egypt to arrive in Makkah for this year’s Hajj was received on Tuesday by Rehlat W Manafae, a subsidiary of the company serving Arab pilgrims Ashraqat. The group, numbering 1,000 pilgrims, was presented with Zamzam water, flowers, Saudi coffee, and gifts on arrival in the holy city, Saudi…
RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, also known as Darah, in collaboration with the Pilgrims Experience Program, is making progress in creating a comprehensive atlas documenting the life of the Prophet Muhammad. The project was initiated several years ago under the guidance of the King Salman, who then chaired Darah’s board, and…
KUWAIT: A joint coordination committee linking Kuwait and Saudi Arabia held a new round of talks on Monday, which produced three fresh agreements to keep bilateral relations on an upward trajectory. The talks, presided by Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya and his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud, delved into bilateral relations and the progress…
Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb met with his Honduran counterpart Yadira Gomez, the Saudi minister reported on X on Tuesday. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation on tourism. Saudi Vice Minister for Tourism Princess Haifa bint Mohammed was also present during the meeting, along with other officials.
RIYADH: More than 120 international firms received licenses to relocate their regional headquarters to Saudi Arabia during the first quarter of 2024, representing a 477 percent year-on-year increase. In its quarterly report, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment revealed that the 127 permits issued in the first three months of the year underscores the Kingdom’s attractive and…
JEDDAH: The Jeddah Season returns for another edition on June 28, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The event, which is being held under the theme “Once Again,” will include a wide array of live artistic and cultural performances; family-friendly entertainment areas; sports activities; shopping experiences; and a variety of local and international dining…
RIYADH: Efforts are underway to prepare holy sites for this year’s Hajj season. Camps are fully equipped to cater to pilgrims’ needs, ensuring comfortable and peaceful rituals. Public and private sectors are collaborating with comprehensive operational plans to enhance services for pilgrims, as directed by the leadership, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Makkah Municipality has…
