نقلت صحيفة «واشنطن بوست» عن مصادر أمريكية وسعودية قولها، إن لجنة مكافحة الفساد السعودية برئاسة ولي العهد محمد بن سلمان، تقترب من الانتهاء من تحقيقاته...

قصفت قوات العدوان السعودي بشكل متواصل عددا من المناطق في محافظة الحديدة غربي اليمن بقذائف المدفعية بعد فشل غاراتها الجوية....

Mon, 2020-07-06 00:40 JEDDAH: The Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) general secretariat strongly condemned a suicide attack in Mogadishu and a terrorist bombing in Baidoa in Somalia that resulted in deaths and injuries, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The secretariat also condemned a terrorist attack that targeted villages in Mali that killed civilians and military personnel, while also wounding others. The secretariat offered its sincere condolences to the families of the victims, the government and the people of Somalia, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. It reiterated its strong condemnation and rejection of violence and terrorism in all its forms, affirming that the OIC stood with Somalia in the fight against terrorism and extremism. The secretariat also condemned a terrorist attack that targeted villages in Mali that killed civilians and military personnel, while also wounding others. At least seven people were wounded on Saturday when a suicide car bomber tried to strike a police post in front of the port in Mogadishu. Security forces shot the suicide bomber and the vehicle exploded, police said. In the outskirts of Baidoa, four people were killed when land mine detonated in a restaurant. Ali Abdullahi, an official with the Southwestern regional state, told The Associated Press that the mine was detonated by remote control as people were dining during the morning rush. Several others were wounded, he said. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but the Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabab group has targeted the city in the past In Mali, armed men massacred 31 civilians in simultaneous attacks on several villages last week, then killed nine soldiers responding to the assault as violence surges in the country’s conflict-wracked center. An Islamist insurgency that erupted in the north of the vast West African country in 2012 has swept to its center, inflaming ethnic tensions along the way. Clashes between the ethnic communities of Fulani, nomadic herders, and Dogon traditional hunters have increased in recent months, with community-based militias — initially formed for defense — now launching attacks. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) OIC condemns Houthis for launching drones toward Saudi Arabia

Mon, 2020-07-06 01:00 RIYADH: The Emergency Center for Epidemic Control has continued to provide medical services to beneficiaries in the Hajjah governorate of Yemen with the support of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief), in partnership with the Taybah Development Foundation. During the period from June 25 to July 1, 2020, the registration and screening department received 353 patients; the observation department 92 patients; the epidemiological unit 353 patients; and the health awareness department 345 beneficiaries. KSRelief recently distributed 1,800 food baskets to 10,800 individuals, in cooperation with the Al-Khair Coalition for Humanitarian Relief. This aid is part of the food security support KSRelief extends to Yemen. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) KSRelief launches COVID-19 awareness initiative in Yemen

Mon, 2020-07-06 00:57 DUBAI: Saudi Arabia is launching a SR3 trillion ($800 billion) plan to double the size of Riyadh in the next decade and transform it into an economic, social and cultural hub for the region. The ambitious strategy for the capital city was unveiled by Fahd Al-Rasheed, president of the Royal Commission for the City of Riyadh, ahead of key meetings of the U20, the arm of the G20 leaders’ summit that deals with urban development and strategy. “Riyadh is already a very important economic engine for the Kingdom, and although it’s already very successful, the plan now, under Vision 2030, is to actually take that way further, to double the population to 15 million people,” he told Arab News. “We’ve already launched 18 megaprojects in the city, worth over SR1 trillion, over $250 billion, to both improve livability and deliver much higher economic growth so we can create jobs and double the population in 10 years. It’s a significant plan and the whole city is working to make sure this happens.” About $250 billion in investment is expected from the private sector, with the same amount generated by increased economic activity from population growth, finance and banking, cultural and desert tourism, and leisure events. HIGHLIGHTS 18 megaprojects have already been launched worth over $250 billion. 7 million trees planted in Riyadh in the next few years. King Salman Park will be bigger than Hyde Park in London. “We must also ensure the growth is managed properly, so there will be a focus on transport and logistics, including the Riyadh metro which will open at the beginning of next year. The aim is to increase productivity,” Al-Rasheed said. The plan involves the creation of a “mega industrial zone” focusing on advanced technology such as renewables and automation, and biotechnology and aquaponics. Another key feature is sustainability, with energy conservation, the circular carbon economy with its emphasis on reducing emissions, and water management, all priorities. “You will see 7 million trees planted in Riyadh in the next few years, and King Salman Park will be bigger than Hyde Park in London,” Al-Rasheed said. The city also aims to be a Middle East artistic and cultural hub. An opera house is being considered, as well as public art shows with 1,000 works commissioned from around the world. “We have not seen anything like it since Renaissance Florence,” Al-Rasheed said. The plans will be discussed this week during online meetings of the U20 linking Riyadh with Houston. The Texas oil capital is suffering a new spike in coronavirus cases and pandemics will be on the agenda. “We want to deal with this one, but also be ready for the next one,” Al-Rasheed said. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: RiyadhRoyal Commission for the City of RiyadhVision 2030 Qiddiya awards SR10bn in contracts to help construct Riyadh mega projectRiyadh Metro on track, says builder

Mon, 2020-07-06 03:42 Dr. Hisham bin Mohammed Al-Haidari is the executive head of the Authority for the Care of Persons with Disabilities. The authority aims to protect the rights of people with disabilities and strengthen services provided to assist in their care and rehabilitation. Al-Haidari has worked for over 20 years in specialized rehabilitation and care facilities. He presided over and managed centers and hospitals including the King Fahd Medical Rehabilitation Hospital and the Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support Services. Al-Haidari holds a Ph.D. in physical therapy and rehabilitation from Loma Linda University in California. He presented scientific research on rehabilitation and physiotherapy and participated in a number of scientific workshops and conferences. As part of his work, the Human Resources Development Fund (Hadaf), in cooperation with the Authority for the Care of Persons with Disabilities, is set to expand programs and initiatives for people with disabilities based on an agreement between the two parties. They will work in tandem to help the training and employment of people with disabilities in the Kingdom, in addition to sharing information and helping develop important legislation and programs. The authority will provide the fund, represented by the General Administration for the Employment of Persons with Disabilities Program, known as “Tawafuq,” with information that helps interim programs and plans empower people with disabilities. It will also develop programs to help improve public awareness of people with disabilities. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Who's Who Dr. Lilak Al-Safadi, president of the Saudi Electronic UniversityAyman Al-Fallaj, CEO of THIQAH Business Services

Mon, 2020-07-06 03:49 MAKKAH: Makkah Mayor Mohammed Abdullah Al-Quwaihis chaired a virtual meeting on Sunday to discuss plans for this year’s Hajj season. Undersecretaries and directors general of Makkah Municipality joined the meeting via videoconferencing.   They discussed the arrangements for the Hajj season including a plan of action for field service centers. The mayor pointed out that this year’s Hajj will be safe as all necessary preemptive and precautionary measures will be taken to protect pilgrims from contracting COVID-19.  Al-Quwaihis stressed the importance of being aware of the responsibilities bestowed on everyone to achieve the best services for pilgrims.  He said Saudi Arabia, under the guidance of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, had mobilized all human and financial resources for the pilgrimage. Saudi Arabia’s decision to limit this year’s Hajj to worshippers residing in the Kingdom has received support from various countries. The Arab League welcomed Saudi Arabia’s announcement and said in a statement that the wise decision came to preserve the health and safety of worshippers during the coronavirus pandemic. The UAE Hajj Affairs (HAO) said it will not take part in this year’s Hajj season.  The Egyptian Minister of Endowments and Al-Azhar have also welcomed the decision, as well as the ambassador of Djibouti to the Kingdom Dya-Eddine Bamakhrama.  Bahrain commended the Kingdom’s efforts to assist pilgrims and care for their health in order to enable them to perform the pilgrimage safely, state news agency. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: MakkahHajj 2020Mohammed Abdullah Al-QuwaihisCOVID-19 Mosques in Makkah ready to welcome worshippers on Sunday

عاد وسم مرحبا بأحمد مرحبا بالدستور في السعودية الى التفاعل الكبير بين النشطاء السعوديين، رغم عدم وصوله إلى قائمة الترند العشر الأعلى في المملكة، وفيم...

سجلت السلطات الصحية السعودية خلال الساعات الـ24 الماضية أكبر ارتفاع يومي في حصيلة الوفيات الناجمة عن فيروس كورونا المستجد الذي يسبب مرض «كوفيد-19»....

أصدر المركز الوطني السعودي للوقاية من الأمراض ومكافحتها البروتوكولات الصحية الخاصة بموسم الحج الذي يأتي في ظل تفشي فيروس كورونا المستجد....

Author: Zaynab KhojjiID: 1593958521683307900Thu, 2020-06-25 17:33 JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia intends to be a world leader in efforts to improve the planet through the use of more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy initiatives, according to Minister of Energy Prince Abdul Aziz bin Salman. Speaking during “Don’t Forget Our Planet,” a virtual event organized by the Future Investment Initiative, he said that the Kingdom will play a pioneering role in movements such as solar energy and the circular carbon economy — a new approach to fossil-fuel emissions and greenhouse gasses in which the “four Rs” will apply: reduce, reuse, recycle and remove — to alleviate environmental damage and revitalize the planet. Saudi Arabia holds the presidency of the G20 this year, and will host the annual summit in Riyadh in November. The prince said that the platform and status that comes with this honor is being used to promote CCE as a worthy common goal not only for the nation, but the entire world. “We believe that CCE is an excellent enabler for maintaining our sustainability, and it also mitigates environmental issues,” he said. “It’s an excellent solution that will attend to all of these concerns: to bring growth and economic prosperity, mitigate energy poverty and enable 2.6 billion people that don’t have the means to cook, bring electricity to 850 million people devoid of any (source of) electricity, and attend to the issue of plastic and how to make it more usable, and mitigating food packaging without the need to cut trees.” Prince Abdul Aziz pledged that the Kingdom will lead by example in achieving these green goals. “We have a serious efficiency program when it comes to domestic consumption of electricity,” he added. “By 2030, 50 percent of our electricity will come from renewables, and the other 50 percent will come from hydrocarbon gas. It will be the most efficient power sector in the whole world — and I’m willing to lay money on that.” The minister also teased a new solar-power project, to be revealed very soon, which he believes will be a global leader in terms of cost. In addition, he predicted that within 50 years, the Kingdom will have the best hydrocarbon sustainability program on the planet. “We’re not only producing electricity through solar power but also wind power, and we’ll be expanding on that,” he said. “We are breaking records and are willing to compete with a lot of people who claim they can do it better.” The minister also addressed two key issues that are being discussed with world leaders as G20 initiatives: increasing global forestry levels, and improving coral life, both of which he said the Kingdom will commit to. Prince Abdul Aziz, who was appointed minister of energy in September last year, said his first nine months in office have been challenging. His term began with an oil-supply crisis caused by the attacks on processing facilities in Abqaiq and Khurais, and in recent months he has been dealing with difficulties caused by the coronavirus crisis, and efforts to limit its effect. “COVID-19 gives us the opportunity to live up to the challenge and be sure that while mitigating the impact of the virus itself, we still are adhering and attending to our sustainability objectives and growth,” he said. The main objective of the FII conference was to agree sustainable recovery strategies and how they might improve the world. Yasir Al-Rumayyan, FII chairman and governor of the Saudi Public Investment Fund, said the aim was to find answers to pressing matters with a focus on sustainability, a goal he believes can be achieved if the public and private sectors work together. “The importance of public-private partnerships to help drive a sustainable recovery cannot be overstated,” he said. “There is tremendous power in multiplying unique strengths and assets toward shared goals and mutual benefits.” Jane Goodall, a renowned scientist and UN Messenger of Peace, talked about the importance of respecting nature and all living beings to avoid future health crises. “(Scientists) have been predicting a pandemic like this for so long now,” she said. “It’s because of our disrespect for the environment and animals that this has come about.” The wildlife advocate also recommended that the youth of the world be empowered and given a greater voice for change. “We haven’t been borrowing the planet from our children, we have been stealing it,” she said. “If we get together with them, listen to them, empower them, help to fund some of their projects — they’re now planting millions of trees — then we can look forward to a much better world.” French Secretary of State Brune Poirson said the world needs a modern-day, green version of the Marshall Plan, a reference to $15 billion aid initiative, spearheaded by US Secretary of State George C. Marshall, in 1948 to help rebuild Western Europe after the devastation of World War II. She added that the world needs to unite, without bias, to help ensure all countries have access to sustainable solutions. The participants also sent messages and recommendations for change to the leaders of G20 nations. Lord Adair Turner, chairman of Energy Transitions Commission, said: “We need massive investment in green electrification, strong investment in building and energy efficiency, and investment in the key technologies needed for the future in order to dramatically accelerate the pace of progress.” The fourth annual meeting of the Future Investment Initiative is due to be held in Riyadh in October. The theme will be “response to the imperative of the re-energizing of the global economy through the collective sustainable action.” Since its launch 2017, the initiative has emerged as a leading global investment platform. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: FIISaudi Arabia AS IT HAPPENED: FII Institute’s ‘Don’t Forget Our Planet’ virtual conferenceFII Institute hosting conference to inspire the development of a global green recovery plan

Author: Sun, 2020-07-05 19:07 RIYADH: More than 750,000 passengers have taken internal flights from Saudi airports after the restart of domestic flights. The Kingdom’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said the figures represent the period from May 31- June 30 when flights resumed after the coronavirus pandemic had grounded aircraft.  Saudi Press Agency reported that 756,644 passengers had departed on 9,758 flights from the Kingdom’s airports in that time. GACA said it was gradually resuming domestic flights, with the aim of ensuring safe travel for passengers through Saudi airports, while taking all necessary precautions and health measures. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Saudi Arabia Saudia partners with Dettol to elevate onboard sanitization

Author: Zaynab KhojjiID: 1593966883683830400Sun, 2020-07-05 19:52 JEDDAH: In an effort to continue supporting artists in the region and further enhance bilateral cultural ties, a virtual art exhibit is bringing artists and art enthusiasts closer. The UAE Embassy in Riyadh launched a virtual exhibition, gathering together young and prominent artists from the two countries as an invitation to the community to get closer through art.  The exhibition titled “Closer Through Art” began earlier this month, joining 25 artists from different backgrounds and ages in a virtual experience that imitates the experience of the gallery in an attempt to feel close when physically distant during the COVID-19 pandemic that prompted the Kingdom and UAE to close its borders for travel.  The exhibit also allows art enthusiasts to enjoy such experiences and engage with artists from their homes as it helps visitors to connect with artists through their social media accounts. It also invites the public to explore the arts and realize their importance in the lives of nations.  Abdulaziz Alabdulaziz, a Saudi artist and photographer, participated in the exhibition with his work titled “Cocoon,” which represents connection and coherence.  “Participating in this exhibition at such a time is very important because arts played an essential role in bringing us together during the pandemic when we had to stay apart as a means of treatment,” Alabdulaziz told Arab News.  Saudi artist, Tagreed Al-Bagshi, has always represented the values of peace, hope and determination in her work. And at times like this, Al-Bagshi believes artists play an important role in documenting the current historical, cultural and societal moment, a mission which she took on herself.  She participated with a painting that aimed to freeze the current historical moment and express the current behavioral interactions in society and its impact in the long term while employing her higher values of hope and peace. “I also wanted to send a message of hope and remind others that all that’s happening today will soon become part of our memories,” Al-Bagshi told Arab News. Artist Asrar Al-Qarni participated with a painting titled “Can you see me?” to express feelings of loss. “In these circumstances in which the entire world lives in, we need art as a means of comfort and consolation, even if it is not tangible,” she told Arab News.  “In my work, I wanted to remember the losses and say that even when people leave, their souls and memories remain with us,” she said. Al-Bagshi thanked the UAE embassy for organizing the exhibition. “I am really thankful for them giving us the opportunity to create something beautiful, innovative and educational out of nothing,” she said. “This initiative is introducing new horizons to our art scene and our perceptions about arts and galleries.” The virtual exhibition can be accessed on the link https://artconnects.mofaic.gov.ae Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Saudi ArabiaUAERiyadh Call of the deep: Saudi divers resume sport with a raft of essential safety precautionsSaudi driving school implements new safety measures

عاد وسم مرحبا بأحمد مرحبا بالدستور في السعودية الى التفاعل الكبير بين النشطاء السعوديين، رغم عدم وصوله إلى قائمة الترند العشر الأعلى في المملكة، وفيم...

أكد الإعلامي اليمني محمد القاعدي أن الهدف الذي تسعى إليه السعودية والإمارات حاليا في المحافظات الشرقية وفي بعض المحافظات الجنوبية في اليمن هو لشرعنة ...

أكد عضو المكتب السياسي لحركة انصار الله اليمنية حزام الاسد أن مرتزقة العدوان السعودي الإماراتي ليست سوى شمّاعة وغطاء لاستهداف الشعب اليمني....

لاقى قرار وزير المالية السعودي بالغاء بدل غلاء المعيشة للمواطنين السعوديين ورفع ضريبة القيمة المضافة الى 15%، لاقى استنكارا واسعا من قبل المواطنين ال...

Author: Sun, 2020-07-05 16:08 DUBAI: Saudi Arabia will extend the validity of final exit visas for expats at no charge, an official source from the interior ministry said. The Kingdom will also extend the validity of expired residency visas, that end during the travel ban, for expats outside the state for a period of three months without charge. The country will further extend the validity of visit visas, for those inside the Kingdom, for three months free of charge. And exit and entry visas for residents’ stuck outside the Kingdom will be extended for three months for free. The source said these exceptions are subject to change. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Residency visa Call of the deep: Saudi divers resume sport with a raft of essential safety precautionsSaudi auto institute in driving seat on youth training

Author: Sun, 2020-07-05 16:08 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia reported Sunday 58 deaths from COVID-19 and 3,580 new infections.  The new figures bring the official total in the Kingdom to 209,509 infections and 1,916 deaths.  The health ministry said 1,980 have recovered from the virus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 145,236.  The majority of the new cases were reported in Riyadh, with 332 infections. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: CoronavirusSaudi Arabia Call of the deep: Saudi divers resume sport with a raft of essential safety precautions

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لازال وسم (السيستاني رمز السيادة) يتصدر ترند العراق بقوة وقد خرجت اليوم تظاهرات واسعة في بغداد امام بوابة المنطقة الخضراء وفي ساحة الحبوبي وسط الناص...

نظمت قبائل اليمن اليوم الأحد، وقفة احتجاجية أمام مبنى الأمم المتحدة بالعاصمة اليمنية صنعاء، تندد بتواصل جرائم العدوان السعودي وحصاره على اليمن والصمت...

اثار الرسم الكاريكاتيري المسيء لمقام المرجعية الدينية العليا في العراق والذي نشرته صحيفة الشرق الاوسط السعودية موجة استنكار وغضب من الشعب العراقي بمخ...

دانت لجنة العلاقات الخارجية العراقية في بيان، حول الاساءة الى المرجع الديني الاعلى آية الله السيد علي السيستاني في صحيفة الشرق الاوسط السعودية....

بعد استهداف القوات اليمنية للرياض ومحاولة التحالف السعودي التخفيف من وطأة الضربة، جاء تهديد وزير الدفاع اليمني اللواء محمد العاطفي باستهداف العمق الس...

Sat, 2020-07-04 23:42 JEDDAH: Ten African countries are to benefit from a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by Alwaleed Philanthropies and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) to address the adverse repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. The MoU aims to provide food assistance most notably to the elderly, people with disabilities, female victims of violence, orphans, refugees and medical patients in Niger, Senegal, Morocco, Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Nigeria, Sudan, Mauritania and Cote d’Ivoire. The MoU stipulates that Alwaleed Philanthropies will provide over $2 million over one year, and aims to build local capacity to produce sanitizers and protective equipment such as face masks. “We are proud of our partnership with ICESCO marked by many years of humanitarian initiatives to meet the urgent and long-term needs of the neediest categories around the globe,” said Princess Lamia bint Majed Al-Saud, secretary-general of Alwaleed Philanthropies. “This initiative will empower women and young entrepreneurs by making them assume the principal role in the fight against coronavirus.” ICESCO Director General Dr. Salim Al-Malik said Alwaleed Philanthropies founder Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal “has always been a champion for this noble cause.” Al-Malik added: “We look forward to strengthening our collaboration with Alwaleed Philanthropies as an icon for others to follow.” Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Coronaviirus Saudi FM receives head of Islamic science organizationPrince Alwaleed pledges $30m to fight pandemic

Sun, 2020-07-05 00:02 JEDDAH: It’s almost business as usual again for many across Saudi Arabia after the lifting of lockdown — and divers are more excited than ever to be back at sea. Divers in the Kingdom are following the safety precautions issued by the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Health and the General Directorate of Border Guard. Lujain Shugdar, diving instructor at Jeddah’s Natlus Divers and two international organizations — the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) and SNSI — and who has taught more than 150 students, said that the group had been on six diving trips since the lifting of lockdown. Although international flights are yet to resume to the Kingdom, with the abundance of beautiful coral reefs along the Red Sea, Shugdar said that she wanted diving to be one of the main tourist activities in Saudi Arabia. “The Red Sea is one of the most beautiful seas in the world for diving; it will greatly encourage tourism in the Kingdom. I want to encourage tourism in the Kingdom — whether for locals to enjoy or have divers from abroad visit us (later on),” she said. With more than 30 years of service, Natlus offers many different activities such as free-diving, technical diving and recreational diving. Shugdar said that Natlus were following the directives of the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Health to comply with full safety standards. She explained that as directed by the authorities, the number of divers and people on a diving boat was half its normal capacity. “We sanitize the boat and equipment before people board it. We also make sure all safety devices are working, and we add additional oxygen cylinders on board in case there is a need to use it. It’s usually one cylinder, but now we will add one regular cylinder and another big cylinder on the boat.” “Before starting the trip, divers will be briefed on the hygienic and safety measures and social distancing rules, with a full explanation on how to use sanitizers and face masks. There will also be gloves and they will be changeable; a closed waste bin will also be available on board,” she said. One can sense her feeling of relief and excitement after months away from the sea. When the authorities announced the return of diving and watersports activities, Shugdar immediately booked a diving trip. “The sea is where you relieve stress from your personal and work life. It has a huge impact on one’s happiness and well-being. I’m so excited about this decision, and of course will follow all safety precautions to ensure our health and the health of the divers with us on board,” she said. Saudi diver, Mishael Abdulaziz, 29, said that diving was one of the least likely sport activities to transmit COVID-19 as equipment was not usually shared. “We don’t usually share equipment. Equipment is only shared during the very rare event of an out-of-air emergency,” she told Arab News. “An out-of-air emergency is when one of the divers runs out of air unexpectedly due to poor planning or inattentiveness to the pressure gauge or air supply. In this instance, a buddy will share his or her air with the out-of-air diver.” Even though dive centers thoroughly clean their equipment, many divers are encouraged to buy their own regulators as opposed to renting them to further avoid transmission. Saudi-based Captain Issam Kalasina, King Abdullah Economic City’s (KAEC) Bay La Sun Marina Watersports and Yacht Club operations manager, said that they were very happy with the return of the activity, but there was a need to exercise caution. Kalasina, who has been in the diving business for 42 years, told Arab News: “We are very happy to come back and resume the activity — with a certain limit. “Only half the capacity is allowed on board at the moment to avoid social distancing issues and to ensure all safety precautions are being met on board. The number of passengers has been limited to half,  captain and crew included,” he said. Kalasina said that following the safety precautions required by the pandemic, captains were assigned to have on board gloves, masks, gel sanitizers and liquid sanitizers. “The gel sanitizer is for the hands, and the liquid sanitizer is for objects on the boat,” he said. “The boat is completely sanitized and rinsed before we accept passengers on board; it is then sanitized and rinsed again after the trip is over.” Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: CoronaviirusNatlus DiversSaudi diversProfessional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Saudi Arabia’s tourism body organizes ‘Tourism Diving’ event in YanbuScuba diving in Red Sea: Family adventure finds new depths

Sun, 2020-07-05 00:22 JEDDAH: The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, has approved funds for 11 projects in eight member states. It is part of the support provided by the OIC through the Islamic Solidarity Fund (ISF), which is one of its subsidiary bodies. The ISF’s executive director, Ibrahim Al-Khuzaim, said that the approved projects covered the education, health, and social sectors, adding that the 63rd and 64th sessions of the ISF’s permanent council had endorsed the projects. Yemen, Niger, Palestine, Uganda, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Egypt, and Afghanistan are the beneficiaries of the development aid. The ISF’s vision is to advance Muslim communities and provide material assistance to support them socially and culturally. The body also provides urgent humanitarian assistance to Muslim countries and societies exposed to disasters and crises. The aid reflects the OIC’s solidarity with these countries and the ISF’s interest in achieving human development and raising the level of Muslims in the world, in addition to developing human capabilities in the social, economic, educational, cultural, and health fields.  Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Organization of Islamic Cooperation universities urged to continue research, innovationOrganization of Islamic Cooperation to pursue response campaign until virus contained

Author: Sun, 2020-07-05 02:04 Saudi Education Minister Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al-Asheikh recently announced the appointment of Dr. Lilak Al-Safadi as president of the Saudi Electronic University. She becomes the first woman to chair a Saudi university that includes both male and female students. She has worked as executive director for more than 20 years in business development, business consulting and strategic leadership, and accumulated experience in project management. She has also published more than 50 research papers and articles on research topics such as e-commerce and artificial and commercial intelligence. Al-Safadi was the vice president and national technology officer at Microsoft and is a faculty member at the King Saud University, Riyadh. She also worked as a consultant to the governor of the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monshaat), and a consultant to the vice presidency for planning, quality and development at the Saudi Electronic University.  Al-Safadi is a graduate from the University of Wollongong, Australia with a Ph.D. in computer science which she completed in 2002; she majored in software engineering and completed her master’s in computer science in 1995.  In a telephone interview with Al-Ekhbariya channel, Al-Safadi said that her appointment had many implications not only for empowering women and enhancing their role, but also as an indication of the Kingdom’s commitment to women’s equity at all levels, including equal opportunities in leadership and competition. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Who's Who Ayman Al-Fallaj, CEO of THIQAH Business ServicesTurki Al-Khalaif, CEO of Saudi Arabia’s Entrustment and Liquidation Center

Author: Sun, 2020-07-05 02:12 PARIS: Princess Haifa bint Abdul Aziz Al-Muqrin, the Kingdom’s permanent representative to UNESCO, said that changes can only be faced with global efforts to achieve the common goals of promoting peace, building cultural bridges between nations, and empowering societies to guarantee a better future. Saudi Arabia recently participated in the 209th session of the UNESCO Executive Council at the agency’s Paris headquarters. The Kingdom was represented at the session by Princess Haifa and a team of 26 Saudi experts from different sectors that have activities related to the scope of UNESCO’s work, such as education, culture, energy, environment, and training. Princess Haifa said: “Despite our different cultures and languages, we share our belief that education is a right for everyone, that preserving heritage means securing the future, and that innovation and science are the bridge that will pull us out of this pandemic the world today is living.” She said that the Kingdom supported African countries and was ready to share its experiences in various UNESCO fields, in addition to supporting action plans related to developing islands as one of its priorities in exchanging experiences, especially since the Kingdom is one of the most advanced countries in the world in the field of water desalination. Reference was made to the Kingdom’s support for international growth and stability through the G20 presidency, specifically with regard to ensuring the continuity of education in crises, the continuation of efforts to achieve climate adaptation worldwide, and solidarity with the members of the G20 in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. As a member state of the UNESCO Executive Council, Saudi Arabia is at the 209th session to discuss international issues related to the fields of education, science and culture. These will be evaluated and decided upon, and the executive decisions assigned to them will be voted on, in cooperation with the council’s member states. The Kingdom’s participation in the meetings of the UNESCO Executive Council also comes as part of its permanent presence in the international cultural and educational organization since its foundation in 1946. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Princess Haifa bint Abdul Aziz Al-MuqrinUNESCOSaudi Arabia Princess Haifa bint Abdul Aziz Al-Muqrin presents credentials to UNESCO Director General in ParisPrincess Haifa named Saudi Arabia's permanent representative to UNESCO

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لجأت صحيفة الشرق الاوسط السعودية، الى «تبرير» بدلا من الاعتذار بعد ان حذفت الكاريكاتير المسيء للمرجعية في العراق اية الله  السيد علي السيستاني والذي ...

سجلت السعودية نحو 4130 اصابة بفايروس كورونا هي الاعلى منذ تفشي الوباء، وذكرت صحيفة «وول ستريت جورنال» أن عشرات الدبلوماسيين الأمريكيين مع أسرهم يغادر...

Author: Zaynab KhojjiID: 1593866972116642900Sat, 2020-07-04 16:08 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia announced 56 more deaths from COVID-19 and 4,128 new cases of the disease on Saturday. Of the new cases, 360 were reported in Riyadh, 315 in Dammam, 217 in Hufof and 214 in Qatif. The total number of recoveries in the Kingdom increased to 143,256 after 2,642 more patients recovered from the virus. A total of 1,858 people have succumbed to the virus in the Kingdom so far. Main category: Saudi ArabiaTags: Saudi Arabia Over 100 COVID-19 patients treated with blood plasma in Saudi ArabiaMore infectious coronavirus mutation now most common strain: Researchers

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