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Taif governor receives Ghana’s Consul General
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Updated 14 August 2025
Arab News
Taif governor receives Ghana’s Consul General
Updated 14 August 2025
Arab News
Taif Gov. Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud received Ghana’s Consul General to Jeddah Abdulrahman Adam on Wednesday.
The two sides engaged in friendly talks and discussed various topics of common interest, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Separately, Serbia’s Ambassador to the Kingdom Dragan Bisenic recently visited the International Falcon Breeders Auction organized by the Saudi Falcons Club in Malham, north of Riyadh. The envoy visited several of the pavilions representing local and international breeding farms.
welcomes recognition of Palestine by four Western states
The UK and Canada became the first G7 countries to take the step
Updated 21 September 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: on Sunday welcomed the decision by the UK, Australia, Canada and Portugal to recognize the State of Palestine, calling it an important step toward advancing the peace process.
The Kingdom said the move demonstrated the “serious commitment of friendly countries” to supporting efforts for a two-state solution in line with international legitimacy resolutions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
It added that it hopes more countries will follow suit and take further positive measures that would help the Palestinian people achieve their aspirations to live in peace and enable the Palestinian Authority to carry out its responsibilities, SPA added.
reiterated its position in support of a just and comprehensive settlement that ensures security, stability and prosperity for the Palestinian people.
Britain, Australia, Canada and Portugal on Sunday recognized a Palestinian state in a seismic shift in decades of Western foreign policy.
The UK and Canada became the first G7 countries to take the step, with France and other nations expected to follow at the annual UN General Assembly which opens Monday in New York.
King Faisal University recognized as ‘Innovation District’ at Beijing conference
King Faisal University’s membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
RIYADH: King Faisal University has been formally admitted as an “Innovation District” by the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation.
The announcement was made during the 42nd IASP World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation, held in Beijing, China, from Sept. 15-19.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Lily, vice president for postgraduate studies and scientific research and acting head of the innovation and business development sector, accepted the designation on behalf of King Faisal University.
Al-Lily praised the recognition as an important achievement for the university and reaffirmed its commitment to advancing research and innovation in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
He added that the Innovation District status strengthens the university’s role within global research and innovation networks and creates new opportunities for collaboration with leading institutions worldwide.
King Faisal University’s membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs.
This milestone also underscores the steadfast support of the Council of Universities’ Affairs and the Research, Development and Innovation Authority, whose efforts are empowering Saudi universities to emerge as drivers of knowledge and innovation, contributing to strengthening the Kingdom’s presence on the global innovation map.
The publication is a new addition to Darah’s extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage. (SPA)
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
Darah publishes book on ’s National Day history
National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant evolution consistent with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, also known as Darah, has published a book documenting the history of ’s National Day celebrations, from the era of founding King Abdulaziz to the times of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.
The book documents the origins and stages of the National Day celebration, based on official documents, sources, and national archives.
It features photographs capturing popular and official celebrations held across various royal eras.
The publication is a new addition to Darah’s extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage. (SPA)
The publication explores the early beginnings of celebrations during the reign of King Abdulaziz and sees the history through to its culmination in the prosperous reign of King Salman.
National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant evolution consistent with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
The book highlights both official functions and people’s celebrations at home; the involvement of government and private entities; the role of Saudi diplomatic missions abroad; and the participation of Arab, Islamic, and friendly countries in the national occasion.
Darah affirmed that the publication of the book aligns with its goals to preserve and document the history of the Kingdom of and highlight the national achievements of King Abdulaziz and his sons.
It noted that the work aims to enrich historical studies and provide researchers and those interested in the field with a comprehensive scientific resource that reflects the depth of the Saudi national experience.
The publication is a new addition to Darah’s extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage.
It embodies Darah’s commitment to its national role in documenting the journey of the Saudi state and disseminating knowledge to future generations.
The book can be obtained from Darah’s pavilion at the Riyadh International Book Fair or purchased directly from Darah’s publication sales centers.
It is also available through Darah’s digital store on its online platform, and authorized distributors.
Islamic Development Bank chief visits Uzbek oncology center
Thousands of cancer patients across Uzbekistan benefit from the center through new equipment and expanded oncology and radiology services thanks to a joint initiative by the government of Uzbekistan, the IsDB and the UNOPS
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
RIYADH: President of the Islamic Development Bank Dr. Muhammad Al-Jasser visited the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology on Saturday in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to review the progress made in upgrading facilities, technologies and patient care.
The visit took place in the presence of Uzbekistan’s Minister of Health Asilbek Khudayarov, and Deputy Executive Director for Delivery and Partnerships of the United Nations Office for Project Services Kirstine Damkjær.
Thousands of cancer patients across Uzbekistan benefit from the center through new equipment and expanded oncology and radiology services thanks to a joint initiative by the government of Uzbekistan, the IsDB and the UNOPS.
This project is funded by a $90 million loan from the IsDB, alongside co-financing from the government of Uzbekistan.
It is being implemented by the UNOPS, the World Health Organization, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer, in close coordination with the Ministry of Health.
The center aims to directly benefit at least 150,000 cancer patients across the country by increasing daily outpatient oncology services by 40 percent, expanding inpatient capacity by 20 percent, and training more than 2,200 doctors, nurses and technicians.
