KSrelief provides aid to Yemen, Lebanon and Pakistan

KSrelief provides aid to Yemen, Lebanon and Pakistan
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KSrelief provides aid to Yemen, Lebanon and Pakistan

KSrelief provides aid to Yemen, Lebanon and Pakistan

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has provided tens of thousands of shelter packages and other support to vulnerable communities across Yemen, Lebanon and Pakistan, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

The agency distributed 6,000 cartons of dates in the Shabwah governorate of Yemen, benefiting 36,000 needy and displaced people affected by flash floods and heavy rains.

And in Lebanon, 175,000 bags of bread were delivered to Syrian and Palestinian refugees, as well as to the host community in the nation’s north, benefiting 12,000 families.

The aid is a part of the fourth phase of the Al-Amal Charity Bakery Project, carried out by KSrelief in Akkar governorate and Miniyeh district in Lebanon.

Meanwhile there were 1,750 shelter bags delivered on Monday in the Balochistan, Sindh, and Punjab regions of Pakistan, benefiting 12,250 individuals in flood-affected areas.

The distribution was a part of the project’s fourth phase this year that ensures shelter materials and winter bags for vulnerable people in Pakistan.


Japan prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia

Japan prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia
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Japan prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia

Japan prepares to celebrate 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia
  • Commemorative events will promote cooperation in areas such as culture, sports, education, tourism, economics, science

TOKYO: Saudi Arabia and Japan will celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations in 2025, and Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is endorsing a wide range of commemorative events to be held both in Japan and the Kingdom.

A commemorative logo has been released, which features a combination of a palm tree, a symbol of Saudi Arabia, and cherry blossoms, a flower synonymous with Japan.

Japan’s foreign ministry on Monday issued guidelines for next year’s celebratory events under its purview.

The guidelines state that events should aim to deepen mutual understanding, and promote cooperation between Japan and Saudi Arabia, particularly in areas such as culture, art, sports, education, tourism, economics, and science, and should take place during, or close to, 2025.

Anyone wishing to organize an event can obtain further information from the Second Middle East Division of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Embassy of Japan in Saudi Arabia, or Consulate-General in Jeddah.

Only events that are approved will be able to use the official logo.


Falconers flock to north Saudi as hunting season begins

Falconers flock to north Saudi as hunting season begins
Updated 01 October 2024
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Falconers flock to north Saudi as hunting season begins

Falconers flock to north Saudi as hunting season begins

RIYADH: As hunting season begins this month, falconers from the Kingdom and the GCC are flocking to the Al-Hammad area, east of Arar in the northern border of Saudi Arabia.

The Al-Hammad area is a renowned stopover for migratory birds during the hunting season, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

For visitors, there are also opportunities for camping, tours and participation in traditional arts and crafts, including playing the rababa and reciting poetry.

In addition, the area is known for the sale of falcons, making it a popular destination for buyers.


Saudi FM discusses developments in Lebanon with French, Lebanese counterparts

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, and French FM.
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, and French FM.
Updated 30 September 2024
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Saudi FM discusses developments in Lebanon with French, Lebanese counterparts

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, and French FM.
  • Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan called the foreign ministers of Lebanon and France separately on Monday

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed developments in Lebanon with his French and Lebanese counterparts in phone calls on Monday.

In a phone call with Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, Prince Faisal stressed the Kingdom’s support for Lebanon’s security and stability.

During a separate phone call, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and Prince Faisal discussed the consequences of developments in Lebanon and efforts made in this regard.  


Saudi space pioneer recognized by Guinness World Records as first female Arab in space

Rayyanah Barnawi, Saudi astronaut
Rayyanah Barnawi, Saudi astronaut
Updated 30 September 2024
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Saudi space pioneer recognized by Guinness World Records as first female Arab in space

Rayyanah Barnawi, Saudi astronaut
  • Saudi Rayyanah Barnawi was part of the Axiom Mission 2 that launched from Cape Canaveral in Florida on May 21, 2023

RIYADH: The first female Arab astronaut has had her pioneering spaceflight recognized by Guinness World Records, the organization announced on Monday.

Saudi Rayyanah Barnawi was part of the Axiom Mission 2 that launched from Cape Canaveral in Florida on May 21, 2023. She was accompanied by fellow Saudi Ali Al-Qarni aboard a craft bound for the International Space Station.

In her first message she said: “This trip does not represent me alone, but rather the entire Arab world and all Saudis. We are living a dream that once seemed impossible but has become reality.”

Al-Qarni and Barnawi — the first Arab woman to orbit Earth — returned on May 31 after an eight-day stay at the ISS. During their time there they carried out 14 research projects on microgravity, three of which were kite experiments involving 12,000 school students from 47 locations across the Kingdom, conducted via satellite.

During her mission, part of the Saudi Astronaut Program, Barnawi completed several groundbreaking experiments that included studying the response of immune cells and how microgravity affects biological processes.

Barnawi has spent her career advancing scientific knowledge, particularly in the field of cancer stem cells. She worked at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre and holds a bachelor’s degree in genetic engineering and tissue development from the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand. She also has a master’s degree in biomedical sciences from Alfaisal University in Riyadh.

Barnawi’s personal journey reflects her strong ties to both Saudi Arabia and her Sudanese heritage.

Her world record-breaking achievement follows in the footsteps of the Kingdom’s Prince Sultan bin Salman who, in 1985, became the first Arab to go into space.

 


Saudi Arabia boosts cochlear implant care

Saudi Arabia boosts cochlear implant care
Updated 30 September 2024
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Saudi Arabia boosts cochlear implant care

Saudi Arabia boosts cochlear implant care
  • The program provides essential treatment through health clusters, which encompass 17 cochlear implant and rehabilitation centers nationwide

RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Health’s cochlear implant program performs more than 500 surgeries annually and boasts a 100 percent success rate.

In the first half of 2024 some 288 surgeries were conducted, according to the ministry.

The program provides essential treatment through health clusters, which encompass 17 cochlear implant and rehabilitation centers nationwide, all equipped with advanced facilities offering comprehensive healthcare services.

It aims to support individuals with hearing impairments, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

These centers are staffed by highly skilled medical professionals utilizing state-of-the-art technology for holistic care.

Saudi Arabia’s commitment to becoming a global leader in cochlear implants is reflected in the expansion of its centers — increasing from five in 2018 to 17 today — which underscores the nation’s dedication to top-tier care for those with hearing challenges.