Saudi, Pakistani ministers meet in Islamabad

Khalid Al-Falih (R) holds talks with Mohammed Aurangzeb in Islamabad. (Supplied)

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Updated 12 October 2024

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October 12, 2024 22:05

Saudi, Pakistani ministers meet in Islamabad

Khalid Al-Falih also met Gen. Syed Asim Munir Ahmed, the Pakistani chief of army staff

Updated 12 October 2024

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October 12, 2024 22:05

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih recently held meetings with Pakistani Minister of Finance Mohammed Aurangzeb; Minister of Petroleum Musadik Masood Malik; and Minister of Planning Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, during an official visit to Pakistan.

During the meetings, all sides discussed opportunities to enhance bilateral relations “and ways to develop qualitative investments,” Al-Falih wrote on X on Saturday.

He also met Gen. Syed Asim Munir Ahmed, the Pakistani chief of army staff.

“I expressed my gratitude of the warm welcome and hospitality we received,” Al-Falih added.

European Muslims arrive in Madinah

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December 19, 2024 17:51

European Muslims arrive in Madinah

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs received the pilgrims, who come from 14 different countries
The 250-strong group will visit the Prophet’s Mosque and tour historic sites

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December 19, 2024 17:51

RIYADH: A new group of Muslim pilgrims arrived in the holy city of Madinah from Europe on Thursday to perform Umrah as part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visit.

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, which supervises the program, received the 250 visitors, who come from 14 different countries. The ministry will provide the group services during their stay.

As well as visiting the Prophet’s Mosque and Quba Mosque the pilgrims will tour historic sites including the King Fahd Glorious Qur'an Printing Complex, the Uhud Martyrs’ Cemetery, and the International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization.

They will then head to the holy city of Makkah to perform Umrah rituals.

Topics: Pilgrims Experience Program #makkah Al-Madinah

Australian deputy PM highlights Saudi Arabia’s strategic importance during visit

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 11:53

Australian deputy PM highlights Saudi Arabia’s strategic importance during visit

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 11:53

DUABI: Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Donald Marles underlined the importance of Saudi Arabia as a key partner for Australia, highlighting its position as the country’s second-largest trading partner in the Middle East.

In a statement issued by his office on Thursday, Marles said his visit to Saudi Arabia is focused on enhancing cooperation within the G20 framework and other multilateral institutions, as well as reaffirming Australia’s commitment to a rules-based global order.

Marles described Saudi Arabia as a pivotal partner in addressing shared global challenges, emphasizing the significance of deepening economic and diplomatic ties. He added that the visit offers an opportunity to explore new avenues for collaboration and strengthen the relationship between the two countries.

KSrelief’s humanitarian works benefit individuals from Yemen, Ukraine and Sudan

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 08:04

KSrelief’s humanitarian works benefit individuals from Yemen, Ukraine and Sudan

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 08:04

RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center’s (KSrelief) humanitarian projects in Yemen, Ukraine and Sudan continue to benefit individuals needing medical and therapeutic intervention.

In Yemen, KSrelief provided services through the Prosthetic and Rehabilitation Center in Aden to 562 patients in November as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s healthcare sector and help individuals who require prostheses.

The center also delivered 1,395 services, including the manufacturing, fitting, and rehabilitation of prosthetic limbs, along with physical therapy and specialized consultations.

Also in Aden, a team of medical volunteers undertook an adult urology surgery campaign from Dec. 15 to 22, with the nine specialists performing 15 procedures on patients. The project was implemented in collaboration with the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen

In Rzeszow, Poland, KSrelief volunteers fitted prosthetic limbs for 32 Ukrainian refugees between Dec. 8 to 15.

In Sudan’s Port Sudan, volunteers from KSrelief ran a pediatric surgical program and has successfully examined 15 children and performed seven successful surgeries so far.

Topics: KSrelief

‘Common Ground’ festival celebrates Saudi Arabia and Iraq cultures

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 04:42

‘Common Ground’ festival celebrates Saudi Arabia and Iraq cultures

Art, music and folklore to feature at Riyadh event until Dec. 31
Over 100 works from Iraqi and Saudi artists will be on display

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 04:42

RIYADH: The Kingdom launched the second “Common Ground” festival on Wednesday to celebrate the rich cultures of Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Organized by the Culture Ministry, “Common Ground” features a variety of activities including art, music and folklore.

The ministry invited residents to “explore and celebrate Iraqi culture and the historical and cultural bonds between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Iraq through art, music, storytelling and more.”

The festival, which runs until Dec. 31, is being held at Mega Studio in Riyadh’s Boulevard City.

The event includes a tribute to writer Kareem Al-Iraqi, who died last year, for his contribution to art and literature, which includes novels, plays, songs and screenplays.

The opening night featured songs by renowned Iraqi singer-songwriter Kadim Al-Sahir. And Thursday will have several seminars led by heritage experts.

There will also be over 100 works from Iraqi and Saudi artists on display at the festival.

Meanwhile, in AlUla on Wednesday, Iraq’s Prime Minister Shia Al-Sudani was welcomed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for discussions on regional events.

Topics: Saudi Arabia Iraq

Saudi aid agency KSrelief launches pediatric surgical program in war-ravaged Sudan

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 00:22

Saudi aid agency KSrelief launches pediatric surgical program in war-ravaged Sudan

Medical team assesses 15 children and carries out 7 successful operations during first few days of the project, which is staffed by volunteers

Updated 19 December 2024

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December 19, 2024 00:22

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief this week launched a volunteer pediatric surgical program in the Sudanese city of Port Sudan.

By Wednesday, the medical team had assessed 15 children and carried out seven successful surgeries, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Sudan is locked in a civil war between two rival factions of the country’s military government that began in April 2023. It has claimed tens of thousands of lives and displaced about 12 million people.

The conflict has also had a devastating effect on healthcare, with more than two-thirds of major hospitals in out of service, according to the World Health Organization.

Topics: King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid (KSrelief)

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