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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported. (SPA)
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Updated 22 December 2023
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Saudi foreign ministry organizes trip to AlUla for ambassadors

Saudi foreign ministry organizes trip to AlUla for ambassadors
  • During their trip, envoys toured Al-Hijr area, the first historical site in the Kingdom on UNESCO World Heritage list
Updated 22 December 2023
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RIYADH: The Saudi foreign ministry organized a trip to AlUla for ambassadors to the Kingdom on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.

The trip was for envoys from various foreign countries and their families to visit the archaeological sites in the region.

They were accompanied on the visit by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Protocol Affairs, Abdul Majeed Al-Samari.

During their trip, the ambassadors toured the Al-Hijr area, which is the first historical site in the Kingdom to be included on the UNESCO World Heritage list, where they listened to an introductory explanation about the Qasr Al-Bint and Al-Farid Palace collections.

The visit also included the Maraya Theater, which has hosted concerts by legendary musicians including Alicia Keys, John Legend and Seal, as well as regional stars such as Mohamed Abdo and Assala Nasri.

Topics: Saudi Arabia AlUla Saudi Foreign Ministry

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Healthcare workers in Saudi Arabia face legal action for social media violations

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  • Ministry found video clips violating healthcare regulations and professional ethics, SPA reported Sunday
  • In response, the ministry initiated legal proceedings with the relevant authorities, referring cases for regulatory action
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RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Health has taken action against several healthcare practitioners who posted inappropriate content on social media.

The ministry found video clips violating healthcare regulations and professional ethics, the Saudi Press Agency reported Sunday.

Violations included posting indecent content, using improper language, breaching workplace policies, mistreating patients and sharing an inappropriate video featuring a hospitalized patient.

The offending practitioners were identified in Riyadh, Jazan and Tabuk, the SPA reported.

In response, the ministry initiated legal proceedings with the relevant authorities, referring cases for regulatory action.

The enforcement supports the ministry’s role in upholding professional standards, healthcare quality and patient rights.

“This action stems from our commitment to ensuring compliance with professional standards in healthcare practice,” the ministry said.

It emphasized that healthcare professionals must comply with regulations to serve public and individual interests while respecting dignity and safety.

The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties’ Code of Medical Ethics prohibits patient filming except for approved purposes, with violations risking license revocation. Practitioners are also barred from self-promotion except in authorized cases.

Under the Cybercrime Law, violators face severe penalties, including up to five years in prison and fines of up to SR3 million ($799,000) for producing content that breaches public values.

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Arab, Muslim leaders to meet in Saudi Arabia for talks on Gaza, Lebanon wars

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RIYADH: Arab and Muslim leaders will convene in Saudi Arabia for a summit scheduled for Monday that will focus on Israel's wars in Gaza and Lebanon, the Saudi Press Agency reported.  

“The escalating violence in the Palestinian and Lebanese territories, including the brutal Israeli aggression, has compelled Arab and Islamic leaders to take urgent action,” read a statement on SPA.

The summit builds on the Arab-Islamic summit to be held in Riyadh will address the dangerous and unprecedented developments in Gaza and the rest of the Palestinian territories.

“This requires solidarity among Arab and Islamic nations to confront these challenges and mitigate their consequences,” SPA added.

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, Indonesia, Nigeria, Palestine, and any other interested countries, along with the secretaries-general of the Arab League and OIC, to initiate immediate international action that seeks to halt the war on Gaza and pressure for a serious political process to achieve lasting, comprehensive peace based on internationally recognized principles.

The Saudi state channel Al-Ekhbariya news channel broadcast footage on Sunday of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati landing in Riyadh.

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Saudi woman practices AlUla’s ancient shannah tradition

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  • Method for storing dates is kept alive
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Riyadh: In the heart of the palm oases in AlUla, Hailah Al-Enezi stands out for her dedication to preserving the traditional craft of shannah, an ancient method for storing dates.

Boasting over 25 years of experience, Al-Enezi has skillfully kept this heritage craft alive, reflecting the rich history of the people of AlUla, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The process of creating shannah relies on techniques that Al-Enezi learned in her childhood.

It involves the preparation and traditional treatment of natural leather to produce durable and aesthetically pleasing containers in various shapes and sizes.

While shannah is primarily used for storing dates, it has also become a symbol of heritage and a connection between generations.

This traditional craft attracts tourists and heritage enthusiasts who often purchase these handmade pieces as gifts and souvenirs when visiting AlUla.

Al-Enezi not only crafts unique bags that preserve the quality of dates, but her work also contributes to enhancing the region's cultural identity.

Her products have become a symbol of heritage that appeals to visitors seeking authentic handmade items from AlUla.

In addition, Al-Enezi goes beyond her craft by passing on her knowledge to the next generation, training young women in the traditional art, the SPA added.

Her efforts help ensure both the continuity and the revitalization of the craft.

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Allam Challenge honors AI innovators advancing Arabic language

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RIYADH: President of the Saudi Data and AI Authority Abdullah Al-Ghamdi recently honored the winning teams of the largest event dedicated to advancing the Arabic language, the Allam Challenge, held in Riyadh from Nov. 7-9.

The competition, organized in collaboration with the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones, with technical support from IBM and the National Technology Development Program, attracted 600 participants from 17 countries.

The event celebrated the achievements of talented individuals dedicated to advancing Arabic language technologies through AI, with a prize pool of SR1 million ($266,000), the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The competition aimed to develop AI models capable of writing and understanding Arabic poetry, parsing sentences accurately, and teaching the Arabic language in an engaging manner.

The deputy director of the National Information Center, Mishari Almishari, emphasized the significance of developing technologies to preserve the Arabic language, especially in an era of rapid technological advancements.

The first team secured a prize of SR500,000, the second won SR300,000, and the third won SR200,000. Additionally, five teams from the National Technology Development Program were recognized for their outstanding projects, receiving a total prize of SR750,000.

More than 50 mentors and 40 judges — experts in AI and the Arabic language — oversaw the challenge, providing support to participating teams and evaluating projects based on criteria to ensure the sustainability of the proposed solutions.

By supporting such initiatives, the authority reinforces its commitment to harnessing AI to empower the Arabic language and foster innovation in the field.

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Fumio Iwai honors Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili for promoting ties between Japan and Saudi Arabia

Fumio Iwai honors Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili for promoting ties between Japan and Saudi Arabia
Updated 10 November 2024
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Fumio Iwai honors Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili for promoting ties between Japan and Saudi Arabia

Fumio Iwai honors Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili for promoting ties between Japan and Saudi Arabia
  • Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili expressed appreciation for the commendation from Japanese envoy
Updated 10 November 2024
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Japan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Fumio Iwai hosted a reception at his residence to celebrate the Commendation of Foreign Minister of Japan in honor of Dr. Khaled Al-Ghefaili, Executive Director of Higher Institute for Plastics Fabrication (HIPF) for his contribution to promotion of economic relations between Japan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In his speech, Iwai highlighted that HIPF is a symbolic project of the industrial technical cooperation between the two nations in the field of human resources development.

Since its establishment in 2007, HIPF has trained 2,500 Saudi youth under the supervision of Japanese experts as skilled plastics fabrication machine operators in the Kingdom and has sent Saudi students specialized in plastics to Japanese universities for long-term training programs.

Ambassador Iwai added that Dr. Khaled’s tireless efforts enabled many HIPF graduates to be employed at Japanese companies and be greatly engaged in the various industrial fields in the Kingdom.

In his reply speech, Dr. Khaled expressed his appreciation for the commendation from the ambassador, and his commitment to further development of the bilateral relations.

On this occasion, the Japanese ambassador also mentioned that the next year 2025 marked the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Saudi Arabia and promised to furthering business and cultural exchange between the friendly countries.

The ceremony was attended and witnessed by a number of businesspersons and representatives of the Japanese companies in Saudi Arabia.

• This article originally appeared on Arab News Japan

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