700 tonnes of Saudi dates to be distributed to over 100 countries during Ramadan

700 tonnes of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan as part of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program for Providing Dates.  (Visit Saudi)
700 tonnes of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan as part of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program for Providing Dates. (Visit Saudi)
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Updated 17 February 2025

700 tonnes of Saudi dates to be distributed to over 100 countries during Ramadan

700 tons of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan. (Visit Saudi)
  • The dates will be distributed through the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance’s attaches at the Kingdom’s embassies
  • Last year, 500 tonnes of dates were distributed during Ramadan as part of the program

RIYADH: 700 tonnes of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan as part of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program for Providing Dates, it was reported on Sunday.

The dates will be distributed through the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance’s attaches at the Kingdom’s embassies, and marks an increase of 200 tonnes from last year.

The Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh thanked the Saudi leadership for their generous care for Muslims in various countries of the world, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The minister highlighted the continuous support that the ministry receives from the leadership to carry out its duty and achieve its mission to serve Islam and Muslims, spread the values ​​and principles of Islam, and confront hatred, extremism, and fanaticism.

The ministry has completed all preparations to ship the dates to beneficiary countries so that they can be distributed during Ramadan 2025.


and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh

 and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh
Updated 04 November 2025

and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh

 and Japan mark 70 years of diplomacy in Riyadh
  • Bilateral ties play a crucial role in promoting regional and global stability, says Saudi official
  • ‘Tireless work between the two friendly countries can push mutual relations to a new stage’

RIYADH: and Japan held a ceremony in the capital Riyadh on Monday to commemorate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between their countries.

During a speech, Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji highlighted the strong relationship between and Japan. He said that their cooperation, which began in 1955, plays a crucial role in promoting regional and global stability and prosperity.

“The tireless work between the two friendly countries can push mutual relations to a new stage,” he said. Al-Khereiji highlighted that the Saudi-Japan Vision 2030 established a comprehensive strategic partnership to achieve common goals, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

He expressed the Kingdom’s desire to enhance its relationship with Japan and achieve greater growth and prosperity for both countries, the SPA added.

is the primary supplier of crude oil to Japan, and Japan has become a significant partner for the Kingdom in trade and investment. Under Saudi-Japan Vision 2030, the two countries have agreed to enhance cooperation, including efforts in decarbonization, as highlighted in a blog post by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.