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Jeddah roadshow promotes Malaysia鈥檚 tourism, seeks more Saudi visitors

Special Jeddah roadshow promotes Malaysia鈥檚 tourism, seeks more Saudi visitors
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Dato Sri Tiong King Sing led a delegation to Jeddah for a roadshow and business-to-business networking event aimed at exploring tourism opportunities between Saudi and Malaysia. (AN Photo)
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Dato Sri Tiong King Sing led a delegation to Jeddah for a roadshow and business-to-business networking event aimed at exploring tourism opportunities between Saudi and Malaysia. (AN Photo)
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Updated 05 May 2025

Jeddah roadshow promotes Malaysia鈥檚 tourism, seeks more Saudi visitors

Jeddah roadshow promotes Malaysia鈥檚 tourism, seeks more Saudi visitors
  • Group included representatives from private sector companies, travel agents and hoteliers
  • Minister Dato Sri Tiong King Sing discussed preparations for the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign

JEDDAH: Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Malaysia鈥檚 minister of tourism, arts and culture, led a delegation to Jeddah for a roadshow and business-to-business networking event aimed at exploring tourism opportunities between 黑料社区 and Malaysia.

Accompanied by Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, director general of Tourism Malaysia, the group included representatives from private sector companies, travel agents and hoteliers to network and form strategic alliances with buyers, travel agents and airlines from the Kingdom.

In his remarks, the minister discussed preparations for the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, which aims to attract 35.6 million tourists, focusing on increasing Malaysia鈥檚 visibility, improving accessibility, and enhancing the appeal of its tourism.

Speaking to Arab News, the minister said: 鈥淲e are here to discuss further collaborations and launch the Visit Malaysia 2026 roadshow in Jeddah. Our annual roadshow allows us to showcase new offerings and strengthen partnerships with Saudi tour operators.鈥

Regarding Saudi tourist arrivals, he said: 鈥淲e expect a rise in visitors from the Arab world, especially from 黑料社区, which has the largest percentage of visitors from the Middle East.鈥

He added: 鈥満诹仙缜 has been a key market for Malaysia for years, and with Visit Malaysia 2026 approaching, we are targeting more visitors than last year, which reached 68,000.鈥

He asked everyone to work more vigorously and closely with Tourism Malaysia to send more Saudis to Malaysia, to observe its beauty and experience the sights and sounds of 鈥淢alaysia Truly Asia.鈥


黑料社区 pledges $368m in new economic support for Yemen

黑料社区 pledges $368m in new economic support for Yemen
Updated 20 September 2025

黑料社区 pledges $368m in new economic support for Yemen

黑料社区 pledges $368m in new economic support for Yemen
  • Riyadh said the aid reflects its commitment to helping stabilize Yemen鈥檚 economy and backing the Yemeni government鈥檚 reform efforts

RIYADH: 黑料社区 has announced fresh economic support for Yemen worth SR1.38 billion ($368 million) through the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The package includes budget support, funding for petroleum derivatives, and operational costs for Prince Mohammed bin Salman Hospital in Aden.

Riyadh said the aid reflects its commitment to helping stabilize Yemen鈥檚 economy and backing the Yemeni government鈥檚 reform efforts.

The aid comes under the direction of King Salman and based on the recommendations from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, SPA added.


Hail authority reviews Jordanian tourism model

Hail authority reviews Jordanian tourism model
Updated 20 September 2025

Hail authority reviews Jordanian tourism model

Hail authority reviews Jordanian tourism model
  • Authority CEO Omar Abduljabbar said the aim of the visit was to share expertise and draw on Jordan鈥檚 success in managing globally significant archaeological sites

RIYADH: A delegation from the Hail Region Development Authority visited Jordan to explore advanced practices in managing archaeological and tourist sites, with a focus on community engagement and sustainable development. 

The delegation toured UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Wadi Rum Protected Area, where they examined ancient inscriptions and reviewed investment opportunities in desert camps.

In Petra, members explored historic landmarks and visitor centers, gaining insights into diverse tourism models. 

The visit featured meetings with cooperative societies and handicraft workshops to learn about local contributions to tourism. 

Authority CEO Omar Abduljabbar said the aim of the visit was to share expertise and draw on Jordan鈥檚 success in managing globally significant archaeological sites.

He added Hail鈥檚 heritage development projects were aligned with Vision 2030 goals to position the region on the global tourism map. Transforming archeological sites into cultural and economic assets would diversify the national economy while boosting the area鈥檚 appeal to tourists and investors.

 


Saudi Water Authority launches delivery for gigaprojects

Saudi Water Authority launches delivery for gigaprojects
Updated 20 September 2025

Saudi Water Authority launches delivery for gigaprojects

Saudi Water Authority launches delivery for gigaprojects
  • The authority emphasized that the launch supports sustainability, innovation and easier access to services for major national projects

RIYADH: Saudi Water Authority has launched a new electronic service through its automated digital platform, enabling customers of giga development projects to apply for water and sanitation services.

The initiative reflects the authority鈥檚 commitment to digital transformation, supply efficiency and improved service quality, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The service streamlines procedures by managing delivery requests through a unified link, standardizing applications and coordinating with water sector agencies to ensure timely processing. 

The authority emphasized that the launch supports sustainability, innovation and easier access to services for major national projects, SPA reported. 

It also aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives to enhance quality of life and advance infrastructure development.


Jazan city delegation concludes Russia tour

Jazan city delegation concludes Russia tour
Updated 20 September 2025

Jazan city delegation concludes Russia tour

Jazan city delegation concludes Russia tour
  • Fadhli told SPA that the tour reinforced the commission鈥檚 commitment to empowering foreign investors and advancing strategic cooperation in line with Saudi Vision 2030

RIYADH: The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, represented by Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries, has wrapped up a five-day marketing tour in Russia aimed at attracting investment and building partnerships, Saudi Press Agency reported.

Led by JCPDI CEO Hussain Fadhli, the Saudi delegation met with leading Russian companies to showcase the city鈥檚 infrastructure, incentives, and competitive advantages. 

JCPDI signed a memorandum of understanding with Business Russia to explore opportunities in petrochemicals, downstream industries, and metals, as well as logistics and human capital development. (SPA)

Fadhli told SPA that the tour reinforced the commission鈥檚 commitment to empowering foreign investors and advancing strategic cooperation in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

During the visit, JCPDI signed a memorandum of understanding with Business Russia to explore opportunities in petrochemicals, downstream industries, and metals, as well as logistics and human capital development. 

The commission also took part in World Food Expo 2025 under the Invest Saudi banner, where Fadhli highlighted the potential of the Jazan Special Economic Zone and Jazan Port鈥檚 role as a trade gateway. 

 


KSrelief team carries out 9 open-heart surgeries in Yemen

KSrelief team carries out 9 open-heart surgeries in Yemen
Updated 20 September 2025

KSrelief team carries out 9 open-heart surgeries in Yemen

KSrelief team carries out 9 open-heart surgeries in Yemen

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief continues to provide critical support to some of the world鈥檚 most vulnerable communities, including in Yemen.

Recently, a medical project for cardiac surgery and catheterization ended in Aden governorate, with the team performing nine open-heart surgeries and 52 therapeutic and diagnostic catheterization procedures. The scheme, which took place over a week from Sept. 13-20, included 12 medical volunteers.

Photo/Saudi Press Agency

The agency has also recently started a campaign to help those affected by burns and deformities who need plastic surgery.

Since it began the team, which includes 17 volunteers from various medical specialties, has examined 23 cases and conducted 25 surgical procedures.