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RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on Thursday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The crown prince welcomed the arrangements and measures announced by Al-Sharaa to contain recent events in Syria, expressing the Kingdom’s confidence in the ability of the Syrian government to achieve security and stability in the country.

Prince Mohammed also praised efforts exerted by Al-Sharaa to ensure that Syria continues on the right path, which would in turn ensure the preservation of Syria’s unity and territorial integrity, the strengthening of its national unity, the solidarity and cohesion of all segments of the Syrian people, and the prevention of any signs of sedition aimed at destabilizing security and stability in the country.

The crown prince also stressed the importance of continuing steps that Syria has taken at all levels to achieve the progress and prosperity to which the Syrian people aspire.

He reiterated the Kingdom’s firm position in supporting Syria, standing by its side, and rejecting any action that would undermine civil and social peace in its entirety.

Prince Mohammed reiterated the Kingdom’s declared position condemning Israeli attacks on Syrian territory and interference in its internal affairs.

He also stressed the need for the international community to support the Syrian government in confronting these challenges and preventing any foreign interference in Syria’s internal affairs under any pretext.

Al-Sharaa expressed his gratitude to the Kingdom for its supportive stance toward Syria and the role and efforts undertaken by the crown prince to promote security and stability in Syria and the region.

OSAKA: The �������� Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka will host a series of business events from July 22 to 25.

This is a part of the exposition’s Theme Week Five, titled “Learning and Playing,” which is running from July 17 to 28.

The program is designed to promote cross-cultural business collaboration and highlight ��������’s digital, educational and cultural initiatives in the era of artificial intelligence.

On July 22, the Cultural Development Fund will present a session titled “The Art of Play: Integrating Culture into Learning Environments.”

The panel will explore how culture, arts, and heritage can enhance educational systems, foster creativity and prepare young people for the industry.

Speakers include Dr. Mohammed Alhussein, CEO of Mozn AI, and Dr. Wafa Alsubail, founder of the children’s library Kan Ya Makan. The session will be moderated by Reem Busati.

On the same day, the Sports for All Federation hosts a panel titled “Learning Through Play: The Success of Our Neighborhood Clubs Initiative.”

The discussion will focus on how the initiative, which started in a single neighborhood school, has expanded into a nationwide model promoting physical activity, inclusivity and community well-being.

Speakers include Lama Al-Muhana, Dalal Al-Shebaiky, and moderator Reem Al-Shalhoub.

On July 25, the Music Commission will present “AI & Creative Art,” a session highlighting MusiqAI, a digital platform that uses artificial intelligence to support music education and professional development.

The session will include speakers Manar Alhawiti, Saqer Alghuwainem, and moderator Ahmed Karkanawi.

All sessions will be held at the �������� Pavilion’s Collaboration Hub and will feature live Japanese translation.

The events are a part of more than 150 business-focused sessions scheduled throughout the six-month exposition, offering a platform for dialogue on investment, sustainability, innovation, and education.

The �������� Pavilion is located in the Connecting Zone (C14-01) near the West Gate and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The full program of events is available on the official pavilion website.