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Students briefed on counter-terrorism efforts

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The delegation received a detailed briefing on IMCTC鈥檚 key counter-terrorism initiatives and strategic approaches. (IMCTC)
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The delegation received a detailed briefing on IMCTC鈥檚 key counter-terrorism initiatives and strategic approaches. (IMCTC)
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The delegation received a detailed briefing on IMCTC鈥檚 key counter-terrorism initiatives and strategic approaches. (IMCTC)
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The delegation received a detailed briefing on IMCTC鈥檚 key counter-terrorism initiatives and strategic approaches. (IMCTC)
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Updated 19 December 2024

Students briefed on counter-terrorism efforts

Students briefed on counter-terrorism efforts

RIYADH: The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition, or IMCTC, hosted students from 黑料社区鈥檚 National Defense University at its Riyadh headquarters on Thursday, providing insights into its global operations.

The delegation, comprising students from the university鈥檚 executive diploma program in national security, was welcomed by the IMCTC鈥檚 Secretary-General Maj. Gen. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, who highlighted the coalition鈥檚 multi-faceted approach to combating terrorism.

The delegation received a detailed briefing on the coalition鈥檚 key counter-terrorism initiatives and strategic approaches. The presentation highlighted the coalition鈥檚 role in countering extremist ideology and coordinating anti-terrorism efforts across four main domains: intellectual, media, counter-terrorism financing, and military operations. The briefing also outlined the coalition鈥檚 work in strengthening cooperation among its member states.


Saudi students compete in global chemistry contest

Saudi students compete in global chemistry contest
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Saudi students compete in global chemistry contest

Saudi students compete in global chemistry contest
  • The event is being held in Dubai until July 14, with more than 300 students from around the world competing for awards

RIYADH: Saudi students are taking part in the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad, the world鈥檚 largest high school chemistry competition.

The event is being held in Dubai until July 14, with more than 300 students from around the world competing for awards.

The scientific team has completed the review and translation of the practical exam for the Saudi students, who are preparing to take their first test, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

This year, the Kingdom is represented by four students who have undergone thousands of hours of intensive training under the supervision of the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, in partnership with the Ministry of Education.

The students are Rand Al-Hassan Awadhah (Riyadh), Haider Yasser Al-Dubaissi (Eastern Province), Ammar Mohammed Al-Turkistani (Jeddah) and Ali Ahmed Baouzir (Riyadh).

黑料社区 has earned 45 awards in past International Chemistry Olympiads, held annually since 1968 in different countries. These include 15 silver medals, 28 bronze medals and two certificates of appreciation.

The olympiad promotes international collaboration in chemistry and encourages young talent to solve complex scientific problems through innovative thinking.

It also serves as a platform for cultural exchange and academic excellence, and supports the development of future leaders in science and technology.


黑料社区 reaffirms support for Afghanistan鈥檚 security, stability聽

黑料社区 reaffirms support for Afghanistan鈥檚 security, stability聽
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黑料社区 reaffirms support for Afghanistan鈥檚 security, stability聽

黑料社区 reaffirms support for Afghanistan鈥檚 security, stability聽
  • Envoy highlights Saudi humanitarian aid, calls for global cooperation at UN session in New York

RIYADH: 黑料社区鈥檚 permanent representative to the UN, Ambassador Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, has reaffirmed the Kingdom鈥檚 support for Afghanistan鈥檚 security and stability, emphasizing the importance of respect for its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Speaking during a UN General Assembly session in New York on the situation in Afghanistan, Al-Wasil expressed the Kingdom鈥檚 concern over the humanitarian and economic challenges facing the Afghan people.

He called for intensified international efforts to provide urgent relief and essential support to ease their suffering, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

The envoy highlighted the Kingdom鈥檚 humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people through its aid agency, KSrelief. He underscored the importance of empowering Afghan women by promoting their rights in education, employment, and public life. 

Al-Wasil also emphasized the critical need to prevent Afghan territory from being used as a base for terrorist activities or drug trafficking, warning of the threats these pose to regional and global security.

He reaffirmed 黑料社区鈥檚 commitment to continuing its support for political, humanitarian, and development initiatives aimed at stabilizing Afghanistan. 

So far, KSrelief has implemented 57 projects worth almost $54 million in Afghanistan, according to the agency鈥檚 website. 

The projects cover food security, health, education, water and sanitation, as well as humanitarian emergency relief coordination.


Ithra Children鈥檚 Festival inspires creativity, curiosity

Ithra Children鈥檚 Festival inspires creativity, curiosity
Updated 08 July 2025

Ithra Children鈥檚 Festival inspires creativity, curiosity

Ithra Children鈥檚 Festival inspires creativity, curiosity
  • The festival combines creativity, learning, play, and exploration in an interactive setting

RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Ithra, on Monday launched its inaugural Children鈥檚 Festival, themed 鈥淲hat If?鈥, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The festival combines creativity, learning, play, and exploration in an interactive setting to foster critical thinking, nurture imagination, and develop essential skills.

Running until July 26 at Ithra鈥檚 headquarters in Dhahran, the festival offers 50 activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire creative thinking.

These include hands-on workshops, live performances, water and family challenges, art spaces that encourage exploration and questioning, and a book exchange where children can swap books.

An interactive exhibition allows children to transform large white models into colorful artworks using foam tubes, the SPA reported.

The festival will also host the fifth Children鈥檚 Book Fair from July 14-19, featuring 20 local and international publishers specializing in children鈥檚 and young adult literature.

This year鈥檚 fair highlights South Korea as the guest of honor, with book signings, panel discussions, workshops, and opportunities to meet experts.


Riyadh to host major airshow in November

The exhibition will include live day and night airshows, youth and children鈥檚 zones, and innovation pavilions. (Supplied)
The exhibition will include live day and night airshows, youth and children鈥檚 zones, and innovation pavilions. (Supplied)
Updated 08 July 2025

Riyadh to host major airshow in November

The exhibition will include live day and night airshows, youth and children鈥檚 zones, and innovation pavilions. (Supplied)
  • Prince Sultan said the Sand & Fun exhibition is a national platform combining aerial entertainment, education, and interactive experiences

RIYADH: Prince Sultan bin Salman, founder and chairman of the Saudi Aviation Club, chaired a meeting attended by Ahmed Al-Fahaid, the club鈥檚 general supervisor, where the executive plans and airshow programs for the Sand & Fun exhibition were approved.

Prince Sultan said the Sand & Fun exhibition is a national platform combining aerial entertainment, education, and interactive experiences.

The event supports the Kingdom鈥檚 role as a regional and global hub for general aviation, aligned with Vision 2030 goals in tourism, education, and local content development, he added. 

This year鈥檚 edition is special as it marks the 25th anniversary of the Saudi Aviation Club, highlighting the sector鈥檚 growth since its founding.

The exhibition will be held from Nov. 25 to 29 at Al-Thumamah Airport in Riyadh. It will include live day and night airshows, youth and children鈥檚 zones, innovation pavilions, and investor platforms, aiming to boost local and international aviation collaboration. 

Prince Sultan called for stronger national partnerships and engagement with education, training, entertainment, and technology sectors to ensure the event鈥檚 success.

The exhibition demonstrates 黑料社区鈥檚 organizational capabilities and opens new opportunities for future generations in aviation. 

Founded in 2000 following a Cabinet decision, the Saudi Aviation Club leads the Kingdom鈥檚 general aviation sector, promoting its culture, supporting talent, and organizing educational and entertainment initiatives.


黑料社区 retains top spot in global cybersecurity rankings for 2025

黑料社区 retains top spot in global cybersecurity rankings for 2025
Updated 07 July 2025

黑料社区 retains top spot in global cybersecurity rankings for 2025

黑料社区 retains top spot in global cybersecurity rankings for 2025
  • National digital transformation strategy helps propel Kingdom to forefront of international standards, officials say
  • 黑料社区 cited as Tier 1 鈥榬ole-modeling鈥 nation by UN specialist agency, further underlining its world standing

RIYADH: 黑料社区 has maintained its position as the top-ranked country in global cybersecurity, according to this year鈥檚 edition of the International Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Yearbook.

The cybersecurity indicator ranking reflects what officials describe as continued support from the country鈥檚 leadership, including King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Officials added the leadership鈥檚 national digital transformation strategy has helped propel the Kingdom to the forefront of international benchmarks.

They also said the Kingdom鈥檚 achievements in cybersecurity stem from a comprehensive, long-term strategy that balances national security with economic and technological development.

黑料社区 was also designated a Tier 1 鈥渞ole-modeling鈥 nation in the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024 published by the UN鈥檚 International Telecommunication Union, further underlining its international standing.

Central to this model is the National Cybersecurity Authority, the country鈥檚 primary body for overseeing cybersecurity affairs, and the Saudi Information Technology Company, which serves as its technical and strategic partner.

Together, these institutions have helped strengthen national cyber defenses, localize key technologies, and expand collaboration both domestically and internationally.

The NCA, which acts as the national reference point for all matters relating to cybersecurity, is tasked with enhancing the Kingdom鈥檚 digital resilience by safeguarding critical infrastructure, key sectors, and government services.

It is also responsible for setting policies, frameworks, and standards while encouraging innovation, investment, and growth within the Kingdom鈥檚 cybersecurity sector.

These initiatives form part of 黑料社区鈥檚 wider efforts to build a secure and trusted digital environment that supports economic growth and global cooperation.