Author: Editorial Team

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s strongest condemnation and denunciation of the infiltration carried out by an armed group from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran into Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island, with the aim of carrying out hostile acts against Kuwait. The ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s categorical rejection of such hostilities that violate the sovereignty of Kuwait, which constitute a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. It affirms that these violations undermine international efforts aimed at restoring security and stability in the region. The ministry also expressed the Kingdom’s solidarity…

RIYADH — Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi stated that the commerce ministers of the GCC member states and the United Kingdom have commended the significant progress achieved in the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between the two sides. The ministers expressed their anticipation for concluding the negotiations in the near future to serve mutual interests and a shared vision for sustainable and promising economic growth, he said. Albudaiwi’s statement followed a virtual meeting held recently between the GCC commerce ministers and their UK counterpart, with the participation of the GCC secretary general. The meeting was co-chaired by…

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 815 food baskets to the most vulnerable groups in Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, benefiting 4,890 individuals. This support is part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s aid and relief efforts through KSrelief to alleviate the suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people amid the humanitarian crisis they are facing. Source: Riyadh Daily

KAMPALA — On behalf of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji attended the inauguration ceremony of President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda in the capital Kampala on Tuesday. During the ceremony, Al-Khereiji conveyed the congratulations and greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince to the Ugandan president, along with their wishes for his success and for further progress and prosperity for the government and people of Uganda. In turn, President Museveni conveyed his greetings and appreciation to King Salman and the Crown Prince, expressing…

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held on Tuesday a phone call with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. During the call, the ministers discussed regional developments and the efforts made by both countries to maintain security and stability. They emphasized the continuation of bilateral coordination and consultation between the two countries. Source: Saudi Gazette

The National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) announced that it had issued more than 4,300 environmental permits for environmentally impactful facilities across all provinces of Saudi Arabia and various development sectors during the first quarter of 2025, marking an increase of approximately 6% compared to same period last year. Official Spokesperson for NCEC Saad Al-Matrafi stated that the increase in permits issued during the first quarter was primarily driven by rising demand from the transport and logistics sector, which recorded a 71% increase compared to the corresponding period last year. He noted that this reflects the growing level of environmental compliance…

MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s electronic track has achieved advanced operational figures for the 2026 Hajj season, encompassing more than 250 services. These services are being provided in cooperation with relevant authorities and integration with numerous Hajj companies to enhance service efficiency along the pilgrim journey. The platform unifies service data ahead of pilgrims’ arrival, enabling early identification of their needs and direct linkage to housing, transportation, and catering services, while reducing procedural discrepancies between authorities and Hajj companies. The ministry also conducted more than 378 training workshops on the platform and over 150 meetings with Hajj…

RIYADH — Abdulaziz Abdulbaqi, spokesperson of the Ministry of Health, affirmed that receiving the meningococcal vaccine is a mandatory requirement for all personnel participating in the 2026 Hajj season before commencing their duties. This measure aligns with the directives of the Supreme Hajj Committee to strengthen preventive efforts and limit the spread of infectious diseases in densely populated areas, while prioritizing the safety and well-being of workers as a key objective within the health sector. Abdulbaqi explained that the vaccine provides protection against serious infections that may spread in crowded environments. “It also enhances the safety of both workers and…

Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah made a phone call to Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. During the call, the two sides discussed regional developments and the efforts made by both countries to maintain security and stability, and emphasized the continuation of bilateral coordination and consultation. Source: Riyadh Daily

Abu Dhabi — SlashData, a UAE-based technology company specializing in building national-scale digital platforms that connect the public and private sectors, has announced a strategic partnership with Fidelity United. The partnership will improve how motor insurance data is accessed and used across the UAE through the adoption of Mulem, marking a significant step in advancing the insurance sector.  Through this partnership, Fidelity United will use Mulem, SlashData’s digital integration platform, to securely access vehicle, driver, and accident data. Mulem bridges the data gap by allowing insurers to connect multiple private and public data sources through a single platform. This access reduces duplication, accelerates…