Saudi Crown Prince unveils National Red Sea Sustainability Strategy to drive blue economy 

Saudi Crown Prince unveils National Red Sea Sustainability Strategy to drive blue economy 

  • Covering 186,000 sq. km and featuring 1,800 km of coastline, the area is home to diverse marine ecosystems, including the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system and 6.2 percent of global coral reefs
  • The initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to integrate environmental sustainability into its economic agenda while developing its marine-based industries
By SYED AMEEN KADER  - Nadin Hassan ·

In an exclusive interview with Annahar and Randa Takieddine (R), French President Emmanuel Macron talks about events in Syria.

Macron says Syria’s Assad cannot be an agent of Iran while acting against security of Israel and stability of Lebanon

  • “We and Saudi Arabia are convinced that a ceasefire is needed in Gaza that enables the liberation of the hostages…and protects the people of Gaza”: Macron
By Annahar ·

Saudi Climate Envoy Adel Al-Jubeir talks to Arab News’ Deputy Editor-in-Chief Noor Nugali. (AN photo) video

‘We can either waste time on political grandstanding or overcome climate challenges together,’ Saudi Climate Envoy Adel Al-Jubeir tells Arab News

  • Minister of State for Foreign Affairs explains significance of Saudi Arabia’s hosting of COP16 summit to combat desertification
  • Says there is no contradiction between Kingdom’s roles as oil producer-exporter and as investor in renewable energy sector
By NOOR NUGALI ·

In pictures: first look at Riyadh’s main metro stations photos

In pictures: first look at Riyadh’s main metro stations

  • Several Riyadh Metro stations are nothing short of architectural marvels, having been designed by some of the world’s most renowned firms
By Arab News ·

Ex-Afghan soldiers issue plea to UK PM for relocation

Ex-Afghan soldiers issue plea to UK PM for relocation

  • Members of elite units ‘living in desperation’ as British scheme beset by delays
  • After serving alongside British forces against Taliban, many fled to neighboring Iran
By Arab News ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Football is ‘the new religion,’ says former Argentinian president Mauricio Macri

Football is ‘the new religion,’ says former Argentinian president Mauricio Macri

  • The World Football Summit wraps up in Riyadh, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plans and the passion propelling it to become a global football hub
  • Experts discuss the evolving fan experience and lasting legacy of football in the Kingdom
By Aisha Fareed ·