Saudi king, crown prince offer condolences to president of India after deadly train crash

King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman offered their condolences to the President of India Droupadi Murmu following a deadly train crash in the state of Odisha. (SPA)
King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman offered their condolences to the President of India Droupadi Murmu following a deadly train crash in the state of Odisha. (SPA)
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Updated 03 June 2023
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Saudi king, crown prince offer condolences to president of India after deadly train crash

Saudi king, crown prince offer condolences to president of India after deadly train crash
  • Nearly 300 people have died and hundreds of others were injured in the disaster

RIYADH: King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman offered their condolences to the President of India Droupadi Murmu following a deadly train crash in the state of Odisha.

Nearly 300 people have died and hundreds of others were injured in eastern India when three trains collided in one of the worst rail disasters in the country’s history, authorities said on Saturday.

“We learned of the news of a collision of several trains in the state of Odisha, India, and the resulting deaths and injuries,” Saudi Press Agency reported the king as saying. 

“We share with Your Excellency the pain of this affliction, we send to you and the families of the deceased and your friendly people our condolences and sincere sympathy, wishing the injured a speedy recovery,” he added.

The crown prince also shared his “deepest condolences and sincere sympathy” to the president, SPA reported.

 


Najran Municipality prepares gardens and parks to receive visitors

Najran Municipality prepares gardens and parks to receive visitors
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Najran Municipality prepares gardens and parks to receive visitors

Najran Municipality prepares gardens and parks to receive visitors

NARJAN: The Najran Region Municipality has prepared a number of its parks to receive walkers and visitors during the cooler months of the year.

The municipality has worked with the Services Agency for Parks and Environmental Architecture, planting 65,000 flowers and pruning 2,100 trees.

The surrounding area has also been cleaned up, with litter and graffiti removed and walls and street furniture repainted.

The municipality is preparing the gardens to become a destination for visitors from all over the Kingdom during the weekends and public and national events.


Saudi Arabia to become ‘global yachting destination’

Saudi Arabia to become ‘global yachting destination’
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Saudi Arabia to become ‘global yachting destination’

Saudi Arabia to become ‘global yachting destination’

RIYADH: Red Sea Global, the megaproject developer, announced on Thursday a new partnership that will bring expertise from Monaco to establish the Kingdom as a major yachting destination.

The new partnership with Monaco Marina Management, or M3, will help Red Sea Global’s Amaala Yacht Club meet the criteria and standards to obtain the La Belle Classe Destinations certification.

Jose Marco Casellini, CEO of M3, said: “Red Sea Global’s vision for regenerative tourism closely mirrors our mission to promote sustainable yachting. We’re excited to help bring these ambitions to life and work together to put the Amaala Yacht Club and Saudi Arabia on the global yachting destination.”

The La Belle Classe Destinations certificate is owned and operated by the Yacht Club de Monaco and is awarded to yachting destinations demonstrating a deep understanding of maritime ethics, etiquette, and environmental protection.

The agreement with M3 also includes creating a sailing academy, supporting training and recruitment, and providing seasonal, reciprocal opportunities for members, cadets and youth.

“What excites me most about this partnership is the opportunity for training and knowledge transfer,” said John Pagano, group CEO of Red Sea Global. “Empowering Saudi nationals has always been at the center of our regenerative approach, and with our marina employees receiving best-in-class training both in Monaco and at Amaala, we are confident that we are fulfilling our promise to create destinations by the people and for the people of Saudi Arabia.”

Phase One of Amaala, to be open in 2025, consists of eight resorts offering 1,200 hotels. Once complete, Amaala will be home to more than 3,900 hotel rooms across 29 hotels and approximately 1,200 luxury residential villas, apartments, and estate homes, supporting high-end retail, fine dining, wellness, equestrian and recreational facilities.


Makkah robots helping pilgrims and visitors

Makkah robots helping pilgrims and visitors
The robots serve different purposes to enhance visitors' experiences. (SPA)
Updated 29 September 2023
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Makkah robots helping pilgrims and visitors

Makkah robots helping pilgrims and visitors

MAKKAH: The Grand Mosque’s authorities have introduced robots to help pilgrims and visitors, which includes the dispensing of Zamzam water bottles and assisting with cleaning up various areas.

The devices are also able to help Umrah pilgrims perform their rituals with information in several languages.


Saudi Arabia, China sign transport agreement

Saudi Arabia, China sign transport agreement
Updated 29 September 2023
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Saudi Arabia, China sign transport agreement

Saudi Arabia, China sign transport agreement

 

RIYADH: The transport ministers of Saudi Arabia and China — Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser and Li Xiaopeng — signed an agreement on Wednesday to enhance cooperation between the two countries.

The agreement aims to see an exchange of expertise in modern transport methods, including the use of high-tech methods to enhance roads, build autonomous vehicles, and improve shipping and the running of ports.

During his visit to China, Al-Jasser attended the World Forum on Sustainable Transport in Beijing, and met with senior government officials, as well as leaders of transport and logistics companies.

Al-Jasser highlighted the importance of mutual cooperation and investments, saying Saudi Arabia had ambitious plans for the industry as part of a national strategy for transport and logistics.


Riyadh to host ‘Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond’ in October

Riyadh to host ‘Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond’ in October
Updated 29 September 2023
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Riyadh to host ‘Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond’ in October

Riyadh to host ‘Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond’ in October