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Saudi Anti-Drug Officers Intercept Over 4 Million Pills

In a successful operation Saudi anti-drug officers thwarted an attempt to distribute 4,094,950 pills categorized as regulated drugs. The operation took place in Riyadh, where six drug dealers were arrested. The General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) confirmed the arrests and stated that the suspects included three Egyptians, one Sudanese,…

Saudi Arabia introduces Skill Verification Program for Indian workers to validate qualifications and skills.

Saudi Arabia, one of the largest employers of semi-skilled and unskilled Indian workers, has recently launched an innovative program aimed at validating the qualifications and skills of potential employees. Known as the Skill Verification Program (SVP), the initiative has been put into place to ensure that incoming workers possess the…

Special Forces capturing a lion in Saudi Arabia

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the Special Forces for Environmental Security swiftly responded to a report from concerned citizens who spotted a lion roaming freely in a neighborhood. Taking immediate action, the Special Forces successfully apprehended the lion and handed it over to the appropriate wildlife authority. The incident highlights the…

A SpaceX spaceship carrying two Saudi astronauts, including Rayyanah Barnawi, the first Saudi woman in space, and her compatriot Ali Al-Qarni, successfully landed off the coast of Florida after completing their eight-day mission on the International Space Station (ISS). The crew, also including Americans Peggy Whitson and John Shoffner, emerged from the Crew Dragon spacecraft with assistance due to their temporary unsteadiness after spending days in microgravity. The safe return…

Smoking is a major concern for Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Health, Fahad Al-Jalajel, who warned that it reduces the average life expectancy of Saudis by 1.6 years. This stands as a contradiction to the goals set by Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to increase the average life expectancy of its citizens. Al-Jalajel emphasized the importance of prioritizing health and acknowledged that smoking has severe consequences. To address the issue,…

Saudi authorities in the Kingdom’s Jazan region successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 200kg of the drug khat. The confiscated narcotics were promptly handed over to the appropriate authorities for initial legal procedures. The interception of the khat smuggling attempt is part of the ongoing efforts of Saudi border guards to combat illegal drug trafficking. Khat, a stimulant plant native to the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, contains…

Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress at KAUST, Saudi Arabia

The Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress which is currently underway will continue until June 1 at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. The event has attracted over 1,000 researchers and innovators from leading regional universities, as well as government agencies within Saudi Arabia. With a focus on fostering partnerships and achieving tangible outcomes, KAUST is hosting the congress to encourage universities to align their educational, research, innovation, and awareness initiatives towards sustainable…

Women’s rights activist, Manahel al-Otaibi, detained in Saudi Arabian over social media posts promoting reform.

Arrest and Detention of Manahel al-Otaibi Manahel al-Otaibi, a 29-year-old women’s rights activist in Saudi Arabia, has been arrested and imprisoned for her Twitter and Snapchat accounts, which advocated for recent social reforms and called for more fundamental rights within the kingdom. Otaibi, a certified fitness instructor and artist, was detained in November 2022 and faces charges that include using the hashtag #societyisready to demand an end to male guardianship rules. Although she has not yet been convicted or sentenced,…

CEO of NIDLP highlighting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 as a blueprint for global impact and connectivity.

CEO of the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program in Saudi Arabia, Suliman Al-Mazroua, discussed the profound impact of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 beyond the boundaries of the Kingdom. Al-Mazroua highlighted the far-reaching effects of the blueprint on global connectivity and international trade, emphasizing its potential to open new markets and opportunities for products. Al-Mazroua pointed out that Vision 2030 has already brought significant changes to Saudi Arabia’s economy, leading to increased foreign direct investments and a doubling of the…

South Korean Government and Ruling Party agree to establish state agency for supporting school violence victims

The South Korean government and the ruling People Power Party (PPP) have reached an agreement to establish a state agency dedicated to providing support for victims of school violence. This initiative aims to address the pressing issue of bullying in schools and ensure that students who have experienced such trauma receive the necessary assistance for their recovery and treatment. Government and Ruling Party Join Forces The agreement was reached during a policy consultation meeting between the PPP and the education…

Discussion on Saudi Arabia's membership application in the New Development Bank (NDB) during the BRICS annual gathering.

The New Development Bank (NDB), established by the BRICS countries, is set to discuss Saudi Arabia’s application for membership during its annual gathering taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday. This discussion will precede the Thursday meeting of the BRICS foreign ministers. Saudi Arabia Aims for Multilateral Cooperation Saudi Arabia, a significant economic partner to India in West Asia and the region’s most substantial economy, has expressed keen interest in joining this multilateral organization. The Middle Eastern country, currently undergoing a…

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Two flags, one representing Saudi Arabia and the other representing Lebanon, overlaid with chains and a broken chain symbolizing the kidnapping incident.

Kidnapping of Saudi Citizen in Beirut Raises Concerns and Demands for Action The Saudi Embassy in Lebanon has issued a statement confirming that a citizen has gone missing and lost contact as of Sunday, May 28, 2023. The relatives of the missing individual reported the incident, prompting immediate attention from both Saudi and Lebanese authorities. According to Lebanese sources, the kidnapped Saudi citizen is employed by Saudi Airlines, and the kidnappers have demanded a significant financial ransom for his release.…

Saudi Arabia hosts Eagle Resolve 23 Drill to strengthen defense cooperation

The Saudi Armed Forces, in collaboration with forces from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United States, initiated a joint military exercise called “Eagle Resolve 23.” Prior to the exercise, eight conferences were held, with seven in Riyadh and one in Tampa, Florida, in the United States Launched at the Air Warfare Center in the Eastern Province, the drill aims to strengthen military cooperation, exchange expertise in missile air defense, and establish unified planning and implementation procedures. The exercise…

Former French Prime Minister calls for increased business opportunities in Saudi Arabia

The Federation of Saudi Chambers organised a meeting for Saudi Arabia’s business owners and a delegation of 100 French companies. The meeting was led by Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin and Mohammed bin Laden, president of the Saudi-French Business Council. At the meeting, Raffarin emphasized the importance of enhancing economic cooperation between Saudi Arabia and France, urging increased opportunities for French companies in the Saudi market. The meeting focused on reviewing the strategy of the Saudi-French Business Council, which…

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