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Saudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait

Saudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait
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Saudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait

Saudi telecommunications minister meets Bahraini counterpart in Kuwait

Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha met with Bahrain鈥檚 Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications Dr. Sheikh Abdullah Al-Khalifa, the SPA reported on Wednesday.聽

Both parties discussed ways to strengthen technical integration and expand partnership horizons in the fields of artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship in a way that contributes to the growth of digital economy and accelerates the transition toward a smart future.

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Gulf Cooperation Council Ministerial Committee for Post and Telecommunications鈥 meetings in Kuwait, highlighting the strength of Gulf partnerships and its joint efforts to build a prosperous and integral digital economy in the region.


AlUla to hold astronomy seminar

AlUla to hold astronomy seminar
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AlUla to hold astronomy seminar

AlUla to hold astronomy seminar
  • AlUla is renowned for its dark skies, considered among the clearest in the world

RIYADH: The Royal Commission for AlUla will organize an educational seminar as part of the 鈥淛ourney Through the Stars鈥 series on Oct.12 at 5 p.m.

The event will be staged in collaboration with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology and the team from AlUla Manara, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The seminar will be presented by specialist in physics and astronomy Dr. Thamer Al-Refay and will cover the fundamentals of astronomy and methods for identifying its components.

The 鈥淛ourney Through the Stars鈥 series is an educational initiative launched by the RCU to raise awareness of astronomy, in collaboration with several entities, including KACST.

The series features seminars and educational sessions in Arabic, focusing on astronomy, stars, and space science concepts, with an emphasis on connecting astronomical knowledge to the local environment.

AlUla is the site of several pioneering projects in this field, most notably the AlUla Manara observatory project, the first of its kind in the region, as a research and astronomical center that opens new horizons for scientific discoveries.

AlUla is renowned for its dark skies, considered among the clearest in the world.

The RCU obtained DarkSky accreditation for the AlUla Manara observatory site and the Gharameel Nature Reserve, making them the first certified dark-sky locations in 黑料社区 and the Gulf region.

The recognition reflects the RCU鈥檚 commitment to promoting astro-tourism and stargazing, as well as supporting space sciences and scientific discoveries.


Arabic Language education held at Riyadh Book Fair

Arabic Language education held at Riyadh Book Fair
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Arabic Language education held at Riyadh Book Fair

Arabic Language education held at Riyadh Book Fair
  • This approach emphasizes enabling learners to use the language effectively in real-life situations

RIYADH: The Riyadh International Book Fair 2025, organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, held a workshop on Arabic language teaching techniques.

The session was led by professor of Applied Linguistics at King Saud University, Dr. Bandar Al-Ghmaiz, and attended by specialists and enthusiasts of Arabic language instructors for non-native speakers, both from within the Kingdom and abroad.

Al-Ghmaiz outlined several compelling reasons behind the growing global interest in learning Arabic, such as the desire to understand the Holy Qur鈥檃n, engage with Arab and Islamic cultural heritage, and the language鈥檚 increasing relevance in economic, political and cultural spheres.

He addressed the use of modern technologies in teaching Arabic.

This approach emphasizes enabling learners to use the language effectively in real-life situations.

He discussed the importance of cultural immersion, which integrates language learning with a deeper understanding of the culture and context of its native speakers.

Al-Ghmaiz also highlighted 黑料社区鈥檚 pioneering role in Arabic language education through specialized university institutes and the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, which serves as a model for developing high-quality content and curricula, as well as launching impactful initiatives to promote the Arabic language globally.


Zakat, Tax, Customs Committees wins big

Zakat, Tax, Customs Committees wins big
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Zakat, Tax, Customs Committees wins big

Zakat, Tax, Customs Committees wins big

RIYADH: The General Secretariat of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Committees has been recognized as the 鈥淏est Workplace for Women鈥 for 2025 in the medium-sized enterprises category across the Gulf states, according to the annual list issued by the global organization Great Place to Work.

This achievement reflects the general secretariat鈥檚 efforts to create an attractive and distinguished work environment for its female employees, founded on collaboration, respect, excellence, and innovation, the SPA reported on Wednesday. 

It also highlights its commitment to empowering national female talent and enhancing their professional participation, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, to increase women鈥檚 contribution to national development.

The general secretariat reiterated its commitment to continuously developing the work environment and empowering women through qualitative initiatives and programs that enhance employee satisfaction, creativity, and performance, in support of the aspirations of the Kingdom鈥檚 leadership and vision.


黑料社区 to host tourism conference in November

黑料社区 to host tourism conference in November
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黑料社区 to host tourism conference in November

黑料社区 to host tourism conference in November
  • Participants will gather for an international dialogue that charts a roadmap for a more sustainable and prosperous future for global tourism

RIYADH: 黑料社区 will host the 26th session of the UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from Nov. 7- 11, under the theme 鈥淎I-Powered Tourism: Redefining the Future.鈥

The session coincides with the 50th anniversary of the agency鈥檚 founding.

Represented by the Ministry of Tourism, 黑料社区 is set to welcome delegations from more than 160 member states participating in the session, alongside representatives of international organizations and key players in the tourism sector.

Participants will gather for an international dialogue that charts a roadmap for a more sustainable and prosperous future for global tourism. They will also celebrate five decades of cooperation and progress under the UN Tourism framework.

Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb invited the world to come to Riyadh to participate in this historic gathering for global tourism diplomacy.

Al-Khateeb stated that the Kingdom looks forward to hosting the UN Tourism General Assembly, organizing a session that will redefine joint global action in tourism and amplify its impact across other sectors.

The 26th session will feature the election of the secretary-general of the organization.

The program includes several meetings for the General Assembly, in addition to meetings for specialized committees and a thematic session exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on tourism.

The 124th and 125th sessions of UN Tourism鈥檚 Executive Council will also take place.


Saudi Shoura Council speaker meets with Pakistan PM

The speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh (C), poses with Pakistani Prime Minister
The speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh (C), poses with Pakistani Prime Minister
Updated 08 October 2025

Saudi Shoura Council speaker meets with Pakistan PM

The speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh (C), poses with Pakistani Prime Minister
  • During their meeting, the two officials discussed ways to enhance the strong relations between their countries and opportunities to develop them in various fields

RIYADH: The speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during an official visit to Islamabad on Wednesday.

Sharif praised the significant transformation witnessed by 黑料社区 in various fields under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the qualitative shift it has brought about in the development and economic process, Saudi Press Agency reported.

He highlighted the distinguished relations that embody the depth of the historic ties between the two countries.

Meanwhile, the speaker of the Shoura Council praised the strength of the historic relations between the Kingdom and Pakistan.

He noted the rapid development witnessed by the Kingdom under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, which has consolidated its regional and international standing.

During their meeting, the two officials discussed ways to enhance the strong relations between their countries and opportunities to develop them in various fields. A number of topics of common interest were also discussed.