MOSCOW: Walking the cobblestone streets around Moscow’s Red Square, tourists from far and wide enjoy the crisp, cool fall air, surrounded by architectural wonders dating back hundreds of years.Similar to Saudi Arabia, which has begun promoting tourism for the first time, Russia has opened its doors wider to the world by easing visit restrictions, increasing…
MOSCOW: Walking the cobblestone streets around Moscow’s Red Square, tourists from far and wide enjoy the crisp, cool fall air, surrounded by architectural wonders dating back hundreds of years.Similar to Saudi Arabia, which has begun promoting tourism for the first time, Russia has opened its doors wider to the world by easing visit restrictions, increasing…
Saudi Arabia affirms support to promote respect for international humanitarian law NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia stressed its support for the rule of law, which promotes respect for international humanitarian law in order to achieve what is best for humanity, the Saudi Press Agency reported.During a meeting of the UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee, the Kingdom…
NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia stressed its support for the rule of law, which promotes respect for international humanitarian law in order to achieve what is best for humanity, the Saudi Press Agency reported.During a meeting of the UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee, the Kingdom highlighted that “achieving the rule of law comes through effective multilateral…
Saudi Seasons ‘will drive jobs, economy, tourism’, says General Entertainment Authority chief exec RIYADH: The Saudi Seasons program of sports, cultural and entertainment events will contribute to a thriving economy and a vibrant society, one of the main driving forces behind the initiative told Arab News on Saturday. Amr Banaja, chief executive of the General…
RIYADH: In their bid to conquer the world and unite it with music, BTS performed at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh on Friday. Their fans had been preparing for the concert ever since they heard the news. Twelve-year-old Ahmed Baleegh came to the concert with his older sister who introduced him to the…
RIYADH: In their bid to conquer the world and unite it with music, BTS performed at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh on Friday. Their fans had been preparing for the concert ever since they heard the news. Twelve-year-old Ahmed Baleegh came to the concert with his older sister who introduced him to the…
Saudi Arabia’s new tourist visa will stimulate economic diversification and boost visitor numbers from around the world, Chen Weiqing, China’s ambassador in Riyadh, said. Almost 24,000 foreign visitors entered Saudi Arabia in the 10 days after instant tourist visas were introduced at airports in the Kingdom, according to the Foreign Ministry. China topped the visitor…
RIYADH: Amal Yahya Al-Moualami’s appointment as general manager of international cooperation and organizations at the Saudi Human Rights Commission (SHRC) is a huge step toward fulfilling the Vision 2030 reform plans in empowering women. She told Arab News that it “clearly shows that the Kingdom’s journey toward empowering women has taken wider and quicker strides…
RIYADH: Amal Yahya Al-Moualami’s appointment as general manager of international cooperation and organizations at the Saudi Human Rights Commission (SHRC) is a huge step toward fulfilling the Vision 2030 reform plans in empowering women. She told Arab News that it “clearly shows that the Kingdom’s journey toward empowering women has taken wider and quicker strides…
RIYADH: Dr. Samer Al-Jetaily, the spokesman of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief), said that fundraising efforts for overseas aid by other communities, institutions or associations based in the Kingdom contravene the royal order stipulating that any donations for humanitarian or charitable overseas aid — whether from government or civilian sources —…
RIYADH: This year’s Riyadh Season program has excited the nation — and one young Saudi in particular. Salah Al-Awaji, a disabled student who uses a wheelchair, owns a food truck that is the sole source of income for his family, his mother and his brother. His ambition was to open for business at the Riyadh Season…
DUBAI: The Saudi Exports Development Authority has announced that 32 Saudi information and communication technology companies are showcasing their products at Dubai’s GITEX Technology Week 2019, which began on Monday. According to a statement from Saudi Exports, the companies’ participation is intended to “enhance their access to regional and international markets through the world’s third-largest…
PARIS: Few spots in today’s world have remained mysterious to today’s archaeologists and scientists, armed with the latest, hi-tech tools that enable them to visualise and recreate the world as it may have been thousands, or even millions, of years earlier. Yet, AlUla, located on an important route with links to Damascus, Europe, Asia, Africa…
Shoura Council Speaker Dr. Abdullah Al-Asheikh received China’s ambassador to the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Ambassador Chen Weiqing hailed the pioneering role of Saudi Arabia in the region and globally, remarking on the depth of bilateral relations. The envoy condemned the recent attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities and civilian locations, and said…
Shoura Council Speaker Dr. Abdullah Al-Asheikh received China’s ambassador to the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Ambassador Chen Weiqing hailed the pioneering role of Saudi Arabia in the region and globally, remarking on the depth of bilateral relations. The envoy condemned the recent attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities and civilian locations, and said…
Shoura Council Speaker Dr. Abdullah Al-Asheikh received China’s ambassador to the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Ambassador Chen Weiqing hailed the pioneering role of Saudi Arabia in the region and globally, remarking on the depth of bilateral relations. The envoy condemned the recent attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities and civilian locations, and said…
RIYADH: World-class soccer, K-pop and Saudi Arabia’s largest-ever parade are among more than 100 events and activities to look forward to over the next two months during Riyadh Season. General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Al-Sheikh on Monday gave more details about the 12 festival zones and some of the more than 100 events and activities…
Reem Al-Ghanim has been the head of human resources (HR) and support services at Saudi Aramco’s chemicals division since April 2019.Al-Ghanim has also headed the diversity and inclusion department at the oil facility and remained head of the women’s development and diversity department.She is a seasoned HR professional who has worked on several projects in…
RIYADH: Kingdom’s Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al-Asheikh, princes, scholars and a group of citizens called King Salman at the royal palace in Riyadh on Monday.The reception began with the recitation of verses from Holy Qur’an.Prince Saad bin Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz bin Turki, Prince Turki Al-Faisal bin Abdul Aziz and Riyadh Gov. Prince Faisal…
