JEDDAH, 11 December 2005 — A royal order issued recently stipulates that shops selling computer software and PlayStation CDs obtain a special license to do the business, Al-Madinah newspaper reported. Dr. Abdul Aali Al-Abdul Aali, head of the Anti-Fraud Department in the Ministry of Commerce, said that the ministry’s branches would soon start a national inspection campaign to make sure that every shop has obtained a license. This will allow the government to monitor the type of software and games that are entering the Kingdom. The Ministry of Culture recently closed down five computer stores and fined more than 30 others for selling pirated software, Al-Madinah said.
Riyadh-Dammam Extension Road
RIYADH, 11 December 2005 — Transport Minister Dr. Jabara Al-Seraisry signed yesterday a SR172.64 million contract for the construction of the first phase of an extension road between Riyadh and Dammam. The 17-kilometer road project includes seven intersections, a bridge over the railway and a number of service roads to link the intersections. The project, which is executed by Al-Dirbasi for Roads and Maintenance, is scheduled for completion in 36 months.
Saudi Red Crescent Opens Clinic in Niger
JEDDAH, 11 December 2005 — The Saudi Red Crescent Society launched their first Medical Center in Niger last Thursday. Six other centers are yet to be set up following a royal order to provide immediate aid to Niger. The Society will provide the centers with necessary medical equipment, medication, nurses and doctors.
