Saudi FM meets Swiss counterpart in Geneva

Ignazio Cassis receives Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Geneva. (Supplied)
Ignazio Cassis receives Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Geneva. (Supplied)
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Updated 26 February 2024
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Saudi FM meets Swiss counterpart in Geneva

Ignazio Cassis receives Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Geneva. (Supplied)
  • The pair discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and the most prominent regional and international developments, as well as initiatives to improve global peace and security

GENEVA: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Monday met with his Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis, at the UN meetings in Geneva.

The pair discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and the most prominent regional and international developments, as well as initiatives to improve global peace and security.

The meeting was also attended by Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati; Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the UN Office in Geneva Abdulmohsen Majed bin Khothaila; adviser to the Saudi foreign minister, Mohammed Al-Yahya, and other officials.

 

 


Boost for regional economy as AlUla’s palm farms produce over 100,000 tonnes of dates annually

Boost for regional economy as AlUla’s palm farms produce over 100,000 tonnes of dates annually
Updated 27 August 2024
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Boost for regional economy as AlUla’s palm farms produce over 100,000 tonnes of dates annually

Boost for regional economy as AlUla’s palm farms produce over 100,000 tonnes of dates annually

ALULA: AlUla’s palm farms are making a significant contribution to the regional economy with the production of more than 100,000 tonnes of dates each year.

Spanning approximately 16,579 hectares with over 3.1 million palm trees, the farms are currently mid-harvest, with the season running from Aug. 15 to Oct. 30. The main variant harvested is the Burni variety.

AlUla’s dates are of exceptional quality, thanks to the region’s fertile soil and abundant water supply.

The Royal Commission for AlUla supports local farmers by promoting agricultural expansion and preservation, and through marketing. Events and festivals centered around dates further boost interest from both citizens and tourists.


KAUST advances research and training in AI, cybersecurity and bioinformatics

KAUST advances research and training in AI, cybersecurity and bioinformatics
Updated 27 August 2024
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KAUST advances research and training in AI, cybersecurity and bioinformatics

KAUST advances research and training in AI, cybersecurity and bioinformatics

RIYADH: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology has intensified its research efforts with 67 research projects in key areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and bioinformatics.

The KAUST Academy training program’s second cohort graduated this year. The institution offered virtual courses to over 7,000 Saudi students, intensive in-person training to 2,800, and scholarships for 200 top students to study at leading universities worldwide.

In partnership with organizations like the National Cybersecurity Authority and NEOM, KAUST aims to equip students with the skills needed for research in critical fields, enhancing the Saudi workforce's technical expertise.


KSrelief mobile clinics in Yemen provide medical services

KSrelief mobile clinics in Yemen provide medical services
Updated 27 August 2024
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KSrelief mobile clinics in Yemen provide medical services

KSrelief mobile clinics in Yemen provide medical services

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has continued to provide healthcare in Yemen for vulnerable families, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

KSrelief’s mobile clinics in Azlat Al-Deir, Hajjah, helped 2,364 people in July.

Care was provided for several patients including through the emergency (1,109), internal medicine (764), epidemic control (449) and reproductive health (34) clinics.

More than 1,400 individuals received nursing services, the surgery and dressing clinic treated 11 patients, and eight waste-disposal activities were conducted.


Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister’s remarks on building synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister’s remarks on building synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque
Updated 27 August 2024
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Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister’s remarks on building synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister’s remarks on building synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque
  • Kingdom ‘reiterates the need to respect the historical and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque’

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has condemned an Israeli minister’s remarks where he called to build a synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque, the Kingdom’s foreign ministry said early Tuesday.

Israel’s hard-line Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir repeated a call for Jews to be allowed to pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, drawing sharp criticism for inflaming tensions as ceasefire negotiators seek a deal to halt fighting in Gaza. 

Asked during an interview if he would build a synagogue on the site if he could, Ben-Gvir replied “Yes, Yes.” 

The Kingdom affirmed its categorical rejection of these extremist and provocative statements, and the ongoing provocations of Muslims around the world.

Saudi Arabia “reiterated the need to respect the historical and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque,” the statement read.

The Kingdom renewed its call on the international community to assume its responsibilities and put an end to the Palestinian humanitarian catastrophe, and activate serious mechanisms to hold Israeli officials accountable for the ongoing violations of international laws, norms and resolutions.


Saudi aid agency KSrelief delivers shelter and food for flood victims in Sudan

Saudi aid agency KSrelief delivers shelter and food for flood victims in Sudan
Updated 27 August 2024
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Saudi aid agency KSrelief delivers shelter and food for flood victims in Sudan

Saudi aid agency KSrelief delivers shelter and food for flood victims in Sudan
  • KSrelief and its partners are providing emergency shelters and food aid for about 6,000 people

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief is assisting relief efforts after heavy rain caused the Arbaat Dam, north of Port Sudan, to collapse on Saturday, resulting in widespread flooding that killed at least 132 people destroyed entire villages.

Working in coordination with government agencies in the Kingdom and the Saudi embassy in Sudan, KSrelief and its partners are providing emergency shelters and food aid for about 6,000 people, the Saudi Press Agency reported.