Shared vision meets ambition as French President Macron begins Saudi Arabia state visit

Shared vision meets ambition as French President Macron begins Saudi Arabia state visit

  • Visit to advance common goal of enhancing cooperation across various sectors in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 and France 2030
  • Schedule includes high-level meetings, a visit to Riyadh Metro, Saudi-French Economic Forum and cultural stops in Diriyah and AlUla
By Zeina Zbibo ·

Jeddah to host Hajj forum and expo in January

Jeddah to host Hajj forum and expo in January

  • Event aims to enhance pilgrim services, promote innovation, and foster transparency and competitiveness in Hajj-related industries
  • Conference will bring together ministers, diplomats, academics, Hajj service providers, and representatives from 250 entities across 87 countries
By Arab News ·

International Criminal Court chief lashes out at US, Russia over threats and accusations

International Criminal Court chief lashes out at US, Russia over threats and accusations

  • Judge Tomoko Akane: ‘The court is being threatened with draconian economic sanctions by another permanent member of the Security Council as if it was a terrorist organization’
By AP ·

Australia women, Fiji men crowned champions at Dubai 7s

Australia women, Fiji men crowned champions at Dubai 7s

  • Fiji beat Spain 19-5 to lift the men’s trophy and claim their first SVNS tournament victory since 2022
  • Australia secured a fifth successive women’s tournament victory in Dubai but they had to work hard for it in an epic final against Olympic champions New Zealand
By Arab News ·