Author: Editorial Team

ISLAMABAD — Saudi Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday in Islamabad to discuss issues of mutual interest and strengthen bilateral cooperation. The meeting was attended by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, as well as Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. During the meeting, Sharif conveyed his greetings to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing appreciation for the Kingdom’s continued support to Pakistan. He commended Saudi Arabia’s longstanding economic and financial assistance, which he said…

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall across the Riyadh region starting Saturday and continuing through Sunday. The expected rainfall will affect Riyadh city and several governorates, including Al-Dilam, Al-Muzahimiyah, Dhurma, Al-Qiddiya, Diriyah, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, and Marat. The Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution, follow safety instructions, and avoid risky areas during the weather conditions. Source: Saudi Gazette

The Zayla’i Maritime Museum in Farasan stands as a prominent cultural landmark, showcasing the deep-rooted connection between the local community and the Red Sea.  Through a collection developed over two decades, the museum offers a documentary-style experience that blends marine biology with cultural heritage, featuring thousands of artifacts, preserved specimens, and artworks crafted from shells and coral.  Beyond its scientific displays, the museum highlights Farasan’s historical maritime legacy and complements the region’s famous heritage events, such as the annual Hareed Festival. By documenting traditional fishing practices and natural phenomena, the museum reinforces the cultural identity of the islands and serves…

Samir Akel, Regional Vice President, Nintex. Riyadh — Organisations across Saudi Arabia are accelerating AI adoption, but Nintex research shows many initiatives fail to deliver measurable value without strong automation foundations first. The findings, based on a survey of C-suite and senior managers directly involved in AI implementation across 100 Saudi companies with more than 250 employees, reveal that a significant majority recognise the importance of automation in preparing their operations for AI. In fact, 62% said that combining AI with automation has delivered the strongest business outcomes, whilst 86% believe automation is a necessary first step before successfully implementing…

Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, welcomes Martin Sion as Chief Executive Officer, effective on Monday. Martin Sion succeeds Henri Poupart-Lafarge, who, after a decade at the helm, has decided not to seek a further term as CEO. A decade of transformational leadership Under Henri Poupart-Lafarge’s leadership since 2016, Alstom achieved a strong leadership position in the global rail industry, marked by significant growth, a broadened product portfolio, and a reputation for strong partnerships worldwide. Henri’s tenure saw the company’s revenues rise from around €6 billion to €18.5 billion with a profitability among the highest in the industry.…

BANGKOK — Naif Al-Ghazwani became the first Saudi boxer to qualify for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Al-Ghazwani secured his place at the global event, scheduled from October 31 to November 13, after defeating Italian opponent Francesco Zonile at the U19 World Boxing Futures Cup in Thailand. Prior to this achievement, Al-Ghazwani underwent a comprehensive training program implemented by the Saudi Boxing Federation, which included organizing several local tournaments and identifying talent through the “Kingdom Belt” championship for youth categories. As part of the program, the athletes participated in a training camp at the Mike Tyson Club under the…

Attorney General Khalid Al-Yousef chaired the Arab Association for Prosecutors executive committee meeting in Cairo. Hosted by the Public Prosecution office of Egypt, the meeting included delegations from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Oman, and Palestine to strengthen regional judicial coordination.  Discussions focused on the association’s 2026 strategic vision, developing judicial cooperation frameworks, and streamlining financial and organizational operations. The committee also reviewed media strategies to highlight the association’s activities and enhance legal expertise exchange among member states.  The meeting underscores the commitment to joint Arab judicial action and the development of institutional frameworks. By unifying efforts, the association aims to…

Josh Kahn, SVP and GM, Core Business Workflows, ServiceNow and Russell Jukes, Chief Digital Information Officer, DXC. Dubai — DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, and ServiceNow, the AI control tower for business reinvention, have announced a new, multi-year agreement to modernize core enterprise operations and put AI to work at scale. The partnership combines DXC’s enterprise optimization expertise with the ServiceNow AI Platform to move from AI experimentation to execution across complex, multivendor environments, while accelerating delivery timelines, reducing manual effort, and improving service quality across core business functions.   As Customer Zero for ServiceNow’s Core Business Suite, DXC will be the…

Frimex International Investment Company (“Frimex”), the investment arm of Hayel Saeed Anam & Co (HSA Group) in the GCC, announced the completion of a 60% acquisition of Gulf Neo Care (GNC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — a fast-growing Saudi company specialized in neonatal care, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and healthcare products. The signing ceremony was held in Riyadh in the presence of Deputy Minister of Investment for Integrated Investor Services Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Aba Hussein, along with representatives from the Ministry of Investment and relevant government entities, senior executives and employees from both companies, ambassadors, physicians, and business leaders.…

RIYADH — Karim Benzema delivered a hat-trick and an assist as Al Hilal thrashed Al Kholood 6-0 to stay firmly in the Roshn Saudi League title race. The emphatic victory saw Al Hilal cut the gap to leaders Al Nassr to two points, although they have played a game more, as the 2023-24 champions continue their push for another league crown. Benzema, who has been in standout form since his winter arrival, registered his second hat-trick with the club and third of the season, underlining his growing influence in Simone Inzaghi’s side. “There were seven finals; now there are six…