KSrelief’s humanitarian activities continue in Sudan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Jordan

KSrelief’s humanitarian activities continue in Sudan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Jordan
In Zaranj of Afghanistan’s Nimruz province, 350 shelter kits were provided to 350 families. (SPA)
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Updated 07 December 2024
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KSrelief’s humanitarian activities continue in Sudan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Jordan

KSrelief’s humanitarian activities continue in Sudan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Jordan

RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center’s (KSrelief) work in Sudan, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Jordan continues, with over 10,000 individuals benefiting from the aid agency’s various humanitarian activities.

In Al-Qadarif state of Sudan, KSrelief on Thursday distributed 990 food parcels to vulnerable families as part of the third phase of the food security support project for the country this year. The distributed food packages benefited 5,940 individuals, state news agency SPA reported.

In Zaranj of Afghanistan’s Nimruz province, 350 shelter kits were provided to 350 families – or about 2,100 family members – who returned from Pakistan, and also to those affected by flooding.

In Jordan’s Zaatari Camp, KSrelief-run clinics provided medical assistance to 2,674 Syrian refugees in Jordan during the fourth week of November. Among the services provided included diagnostics and laboratory tests as well as X-rays. General practitioners treated patients dispensed necessary medications, while specialists provided services for dental care, treatment for sinus and ear infections, eye conditions as well as heart issues.

In Miniyeh of northern Lebanon, the Souboul Al-Salam Association ambulance team funded by KSrelief carried out 54 ambulance missions from Nov. 1 to 7, funded by the King Salman

The missions included transporting patients to and from hospitals and aiding individuals injured in road accidents.


Saudi FM discusses regional developments with Russian counterpart

Saudi FM discusses regional developments with Russian counterpart
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Saudi FM discusses regional developments with Russian counterpart

Saudi FM discusses regional developments with Russian counterpart

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan discussed regional developments and bilateral relations over phone with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday. 

 

 

 


Japan ambassador attends manga exhibition in Riyadh

Japan ambassador attends manga exhibition in Riyadh
Updated 15 January 2025
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Japan ambassador attends manga exhibition in Riyadh

Japan ambassador attends manga exhibition in Riyadh
  • ‘Manga Hokusai Manga’ exhibition held to mark 70 years of diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and Japan

RIYADH: Japan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Yasunari Morino attended the opening ceremony of the “Manga Hokusai Manga” exhibition here on Tuesday.

Held at the Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art, the show is one of many upcoming events celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

The exhibition celebrates the work of renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.

In his speech, Morino said it was a “delight to see more and more Saudi people enjoying the Japanese culture from (the) traditional to contemporary.”

He added that he was happy to see “Saudi artists being inspired by the Japanese manga to create their artworks.”

“I sincerely hope this exhibition will make another footprint of the Japanese culture in KSA and give a great impact in the Saudi art scene,” he said.

The exhibition has been organized in cooperation with the Saudi Museums Commission and the Japan Foundation and is open to the public until Feb. 8.

A version of this article appeared on Arab News Japan

 


Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributes over 2,000 food parcels in Pakistan

Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributes over 2,000 food parcels in Pakistan
Updated 15 January 2025
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Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributes over 2,000 food parcels in Pakistan

Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributes over 2,000 food parcels in Pakistan

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has distributed 2,028 food parcels in Pakistan’s flood-affected Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions, benefiting 13,159 people, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.

Sunday’s initiative forms part of this year’s Food Security Support Project in Pakistan.

The aid reflects the Kingdom’s ongoing humanitarian efforts through KSrelief to assist needy individuals in Pakistan.


Energy ministers discuss Saudi-Japan cooperation

Energy ministers discuss Saudi-Japan cooperation
Updated 15 January 2025
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Energy ministers discuss Saudi-Japan cooperation

Energy ministers discuss Saudi-Japan cooperation

RIYADH: Japan’s Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Yoji Muto held discussions on cooperation with Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz on Tuesday.

The officials reviewed current ties and stressed the importance of joint efforts in energy transitions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The ministers welcomed the progress made under the Manar Initiative, which is a Saudi-Japan effort to promote clean energy.

The initiative was launched after former Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to Saudi Arabia in 2023.

A version of this story originally appeared on Arab News Japan


Saudi aid agency KSrelief treats hundreds at Aden prosthetics center

Saudi aid agency KSrelief treats hundreds at Aden prosthetics center
Updated 15 January 2025
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Saudi aid agency KSrelief treats hundreds at Aden prosthetics center

Saudi aid agency KSrelief treats hundreds at Aden prosthetics center
  • The services included the manufacturing and fitting of prosthetic limbs, as well as physical therapy

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief has helped to treat 452 Yemenis, who lost limbs because of the ongoing conflict, at the Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Center in Aden governorate, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.

A total of 1,407 procedures were completed for men, who made up 65 percent of patients, and women at 35 percent.

In addition, 54 percent were displaced individuals and 46 percent residents.

The services included the manufacturing and fitting of prosthetic limbs, as well as physical therapy.

KSrelief continues to provide general and critical care for vulnerable Yemeni people, the SPA reported.