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Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability

Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji inaugurated the ministry鈥檚 first forum on World Law Day in Riyadh on Saturday. (SPA)
Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji inaugurated the ministry鈥檚 first forum on World Law Day in Riyadh on Saturday. (SPA)
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Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability

Forum highlights law as pillar of state stability
  • Legal diplomacy key to resolving disputes, vice foreign minister tells Riyadh event

RIYADH: Under the patronage of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji inaugurated the ministry鈥檚 first forum on World Law Day in Riyadh on Saturday.

The event was held at the Prince Saud Al-Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies in partnership with the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

Participants in the opening ceremony included Walid Abanmi, chairman of the center鈥檚 board; Hamed Merah, CEO of the center; Mansour Al-Yami, deputy minister of support services at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Mohammed Al-Nasser, director-general of the General Administration of Legal Affairs at the ministry.

In his speech, Elkhereiji said the forum embodies a core value and a fundamental pillar of state stability and the protection of individual and community rights.

He emphasized that law is more than written texts, saying that it is an 鈥渋ntegrated system of values and principles that guarantees justice and equality, preserves rights, and builds trust between the state and its citizens, and among states.鈥

Elkhereiji added that in today鈥檚 complex world, with increasing challenges and intersecting interests, international law and legal diplomacy are essential tools for resolving disputes, fostering cooperation, and achieving sustainable development.

He said that the ministry鈥檚 General Administration of Legal Affairs plays a pivotal role in representing the Kingdom internationally, safeguarding its interests, and upholding legal standards and international agreements.

Elkhereiji added that this work reflects positively on 黑料社区 and enhances its standing among nations.


Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week

Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week
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Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week

Kingdom arrests 21,339 illegals in one week
  • Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free numbers

RIYADH: Saudi authorities arrested 21,339 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

A total of 12,955 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 4,198 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 4,186 for labor-related issues.

The Ministry of Interior said that anyone found to be facilitating illegal entry to the Kingdom, including providing transportation and shelter, could face imprisonment for a maximum of 15 years, a fine of up to SR1 million ($267,000), as well as confiscation of vehicles and property.

Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free number 911 in the Makkah and Riyadh regions, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom.


Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display
Updated 13 September 2025

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display

Haql resident turns private majlis into heritage display
  • Featuring echoes of the past and cherished memories, Salman Al-Omrani of Haql in Tabuk has transformed his private majlis to provide a glimpse into bygone days

RIYADH: Featuring echoes of the past and cherished memories, Salman Al-Omrani of Haql in Tabuk has transformed his private majlis to provide a glimpse into bygone days, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.

His passion and dedication have led to the development of an extensive heritage collection that includes copies of the Holy Qur鈥檃n, vintage newspapers, televisions, telephones, sewing machines, cassette tapes, traditional furniture, textiles and other artifacts.

These carefully curated items reflect Al-Omrani鈥檚 efforts to preserve cultural heritage and offer visitors a chance to explore authentic mementos of the community鈥檚 history, the SPA added. 

Al-Omrani said his love for national heritage inspired him to collect the treasures so that he could introduce younger generations to the lives of their ancestors and the Kingdom鈥檚 development journey.

He emphasized his commitment to continue collecting, displaying and documenting historical tools and artifacts, along with folk poems and songs, to instill pride and strengthen cultural identity.


Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30
Updated 13 September 2025

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

Ibdaa contest open for entries until Sept. 30

RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity, known as Mawhiba, confirmed that registration for the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity, 鈥淚bdaa 2026,鈥 will remain open until Sept. 30.

Organized in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the competition is open to intermediate and high school students across all regions of the Kingdom in 22 scientific fields, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

This annual competition is based on individual projects, evaluated according to set criteria and regulations. A panel of distinguished academics and specialists judges the projects electronically, selecting outstanding ones for higher competitive stages, culminating in participation in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in the US.

Last year鈥檚 event, 鈥淚bdaa 2025,鈥 saw a record registration of more than 291,000 students from 16 educational regions and 49 education departments.

It reflects the strong desire of Saudi students to achieve scientific excellence and underscores the growing commitment of decision-makers and Mawhiba鈥檚 partners to empower young talents and enhance their capabilities, the SPA reported.


KSrelief projects support education in Jordan and Yemen

KSrelief projects support education in Jordan and Yemen
Updated 13 September 2025

KSrelief projects support education in Jordan and Yemen

KSrelief projects support education in Jordan and Yemen
  • 黑料社区 continued it鈥檚 philanthropic efforts across the region

DUBAI: 黑料社区's King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has continued it鈥檚 philanthropic efforts focused on supporting education projects across the region.
In Jordan, KSrelief celebrated International Literacy Day, observed annually on September 8, at the Zaatari Camp for Syrian refugees, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).  A lecture was held to encourage women to pursue literacy, highlighting how reading and writing skills can enhance personal development, strengthen families, and build resilient communities. 
Meanwhile, in Yemen鈥檚 Hadhramaut Governorate, KSrelief distributed school bags and supplies to 120 students in Seiyun District. Hadramout Assistant Governor for the Affairs of the Valley and the Desert, Eng. Hisham Al-Saeed, praised the generous gesture, noting that it embodies the Kingdom of 黑料社区鈥檚 role in securing a brighter future for Yemeni children.


KSrelief distributes food aid packages in Sudan and Lebanon

KSrelief distributes food aid packages in Sudan and Lebanon
Updated 13 September 2025

KSrelief distributes food aid packages in Sudan and Lebanon

KSrelief distributes food aid packages in Sudan and Lebanon

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief distributed aid parcels in Lebanon and Sudan reported state news agency SPA on Friday. 

In Sudan, the aid agency benefited 6,895 people displaced with 1,000 food parcels in the Al-Tadamon and Wad Al-Mahi areas of Sudan's Blue Nile State.

While in Lebanon, the aid agency gave 357 food packages to families in Beirut, benefiting 1,785 individuals.