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Al-Kholood 1-0 Al-Ahli: Late Goal Seals Victory In Roshn Saudi League

Al-Kholood secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Al-Ahli in the 15th round of the Roshn Saudi League at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Buraidah. The match’s only goal came from Alex Collado in the 90+2nd minute, earning Al-Kholood three vital points. With the win, Al-Kholood increased its tally to 16 points, moving to 12th place in the standings. Meanwhile, Al-Ahli remains in fifth place on 26 points.

1 year ago

Al-Jasser: Saudi Arabia’s Road Network Is The Most Connected In The World

Minister of Transport and Logistics Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser said that Saudi Arabia has a strong infrastructure to support the mining industry, and the road network is the most connected in the world. “Last year alone, we transported more than 25 million tons of goods on our railway system, most of which were minerals,” he said while addressing the fourth edition of the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh on Wednesday. Al-Jasser said that that Saudi Arabia has invested in roads for many years, and that the Kingdom’s ports are modern and well-equipped with the latest technologies. “The Kingdom has a network of 5,500 railway lines, which were built largely to support the logistics industry and the mining industry in particular,” he said. When we built our national strategy for transport and logistics, it was built in full coordination with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to ensure that we meet their ambitious plans to build the mining industry,” he said. Al-Jasser revealed that about 50 percent of the funding in the transport and logistics sector will be directed to railways, which in turn supports industry and minerals. “The number of railway lines has doubled in the last three years, and […]

1 year ago

Sotheby’s To Host Saudi Arabia’s Inaugural International Auction In Diriyah On February 8

Sotheby’s will host its inaugural auction in Saudi Arabia on February 8, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s cultural evolution. Titled ‘Origins,’ the event will be the first international auction of its kind in Saudi Arabia’s history. The auction will take place in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural hub that has become synonymous with Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage and artistic aspirations. The ‘Origins’ auction will feature approximately 100 lots, blending Saudi artistry with Sotheby’s global offerings. The two-part evening event will span fine art, luxury items, and digital creations, appealing to both seasoned collectors and newcomers. Ahead of the sale, the ‘Origins’ collection will be displayed in a free public exhibition at Diriyah’s Bujairi Terrace from February 1 to 8. Visitors will have the opportunity to view an array of artworks, luxury items, and cultural treasures in a week-long celebration of art, culture, and luxury. The exhibition coincides with Diriyah Season, Saudi Arabia’s annual cultural festival, which features world-class dining, retail experiences, and heritage events. The auction will showcase works by globally renowned artists such as René Magritte, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Wassily Kandinsky, and Damien Hirst. Additionally, it will feature prominent Middle Eastern artists, […]

1 year ago

Saudi Arabia Tightens Tobacco Sale Rules: What’s Banned And What’s Not

Kingdom aims to promote public health and protect non-smokers and children Tobacco stores are, moreover, required to display a warning sign for consumers in line with the forms approved by the National Committee for Combating Tobacco. Cairo: Saudi Arabia has tightened requirements for shops dealing in tobacco products with the aim of promoting public health and protecting non-smokers and children from the marketing of tobacco. The requirements set by the Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing stipulate that all tobacco products and their derivatives comply with the standards approved by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority and obligate their stores not to possess or display goods of unknown origin or containing misleading information. Other stipulations include selling cigarettes in a sealed package, banning sale by the piece, and prohibiting cuts in the prices of tobacco or any of its derivatives, or offering it as part of promotional offers for free as gifts, prizes or in the form of samples. Also banned is importing, selling or offering any product that carries advertising for tobacco and its derivatives. Likewise, selling or displaying tobacco products, which contain raw or manufactured tobacco or any of their derivatives in their composition, inside vending machines is […]

1 year ago

Over 250 Portuguese Companies Prepare To Enter Saudi Market

Over 250 Portuguese companies, which aspire to make investments in Saudi Arabia, participated in a specialized training program to equip them for market entry. Saudi financial and legal experts made presentations during the program that included two intensive workshops, organized by the Saudi-Portuguese Business Council, at the Federation of Saudi Chambers, in Lisbon, capital of Portugal. This step is part of the council’s endeavors to support the relocation of global companies’ regional headquarters to the Kingdom. It involves highlighting the business environment and market entry strategies and introducing the companies to investment opportunities and incentives in the Kingdom. In a statement, Alwalid Albaltan, president of the Saudi Portuguese Business Council, underscored that the competent authorities in the Kingdom had established the necessary infrastructure for the council. Consequently, the council has supported and assisted Portuguese investors through agreements that ease their entry into the Saudi market. The first workshop covered topics such as government incentives, foreign investor privileges, and licensing requirements. The second workshop focused on banking services, including account opening, digital banking, and financing solutions. This program presents a significant opportunity for Portuguese companies seeking expansion into the Saudi market, one of the region’s largest and most crucial markets. It […]

1 year ago

Saudi Al-Rajhi Takes Dakar Lead as Al-Attiyah Wins Stage 9

Qatari Nasser al-Attiyah hit the gas on Tuesday to win stage 9 of the Dakar Rally as Saudi Yazeed al-Rajhi took the lead in the drivers’ standings. South African Henk Lategan was dethroned having dominated the standings since stage 2 and is now 7min 09sec behind the Saudi driver with three days to go. “It was a messy, messy, messy day for us but it’s not the end of the world, we’re still in it,” said Lategan. Five-time champion al-Attiyah covered the 357km special between Riyadh and Haradh in 2hr 52min 59sec, to keep in touch with a sixth Dakar title. “It was a good stage. I can be happy with the result. There are three days left, we really have to focus, everything is open,” said Dacia driver al-Attiyah, who is fourth over 25 minutes behind al-Rajhi. The Qatari finished 2min 47sec ahead of Belgian Guillaume de Mevius’ Mini and 3min 12sec ahead of al-Rajhi’s Overdrive. “We did a great job like we planned to,” said al-Rajhi. “It won’t be easy, but we will fight to the end. Everything is going well for us. ” Having had to open the road following his victory in stage 8, Lategan crossed […]

1 year ago

134 Endangered Species Released Into Neom Nature Reserve

The National Center for Wildlife (NCW), in cooperation with NEOM, has released on Tuesday 134 endangered species into NEOM Nature Reserve as part of programs for breeding and rewilding native species in their natural habitats. NEOM Nature Reserve received 100 Arabian oryxes, 20 Arabian gazelles, eight Nubian ibexes, and six Idmi gazelles to enhance previous releases, enrich biodiversity, and restore ecological systems within the Kingdom’s natural environments. National Center for Wildlife CEO Dr. Mohammed Ali Qurban said that this release is part of a series of releases conducted by NCW in various nature reserves. He emphasized that the release into NEOM Nature Reserve reflects the strong constructive cooperation and integration with partners in the wildlife sector. Qurban stated that the center is committed to breeding and reintroducing endangered species into their natural habitats based on the highest global standards and practices. He underscored the ongoing efforts to protect ecosystems, restore biodiversity, and enhance environmental balance to meet national objectives. He said that the NCW currently operates specialized facilities that rank among the leading global centers for breeding and reintroducing endangered species according to the highest standards. This release into NEOM Nature Reserve reinforces Saudi Arabia’s efforts to protect endangered species […]

1 year ago

Saudi Arabia Adds 3,202 New Sites to National Urban Heritage Register

The Heritage Commission has announced the addition of 3,202 new sites to the National Urban Heritage Register, bringing the total number of documented sites to 28,202. This significant milestone underscores the richness and diversity of Saudi Arabia’s heritage and is part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to document and safeguard the Kingdom’s historical and cultural treasures. Among the newly registered sites, 16 are located in Riyadh, 8 in Makkah, 1 in Qassim, 2 in the Eastern Region, 3,170 in Aseer, 2 in Hail, 1 in Najran, and 2 in Al-Baha. The registrations were carried out in accordance with the Antiquities, Museums, and Urban Heritage Law, following a decision by the Heritage Commission’s Board of Directors. The decision authorizes the Commission’s CEO to document and register heritage and archaeological sites to preserve their historical and cultural significance. The Heritage Commission emphasized the importance of public participation in protecting the nation’s heritage. Citizens and residents are encouraged to report unregistered heritage sites through the Commission’s Balagh platform, official social media channels, or regional branches.

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