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Month: May 2025

Social

Human Rights Commission and UNHCR Ink Cooperation Agreement

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 12, 2025, in Riyadh between Saudi Arabia’s Human Rights Commission (HRC) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The partnership aims to enhance human rights capacities, strengthen training initiatives, and promote […]

Culture

Saudi Education Minister Confers with Bahraini Counterpart

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers a meeting on May 12, 2025, between Saudi Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan and Bahrain’s Minister of Education Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Juma in Manama. The discussion focused on strengthening joint educational projects and cooperation, reaffirming the Kingdom’s leadership in advancing regional knowledge […]

KSA News

Taif Governor Leads Hajj Services Coordination Meeting

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article reports on a high-level coordination meeting in Taif, chaired by Governor Prince Saud bin Nahar, on May 12, 2025, aimed at enhancing service delivery to Hajj pilgrims. It highlights Saudi Arabia’s proactive planning, cross-sector cooperation, and operational readiness to uphold the safety, comfort, and […]

Science

Saudi Arabia Hosts 12th Arab Metrology Program General Assembly

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the 12th General Assembly of the Arab Metrology Program (ARAMET) on May 12, 2025, in Riyadh. Led by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), the event brought together experts from across the Arab world to strengthen cooperation […]

Culture

Arab-European Cities Forum Opens to Promote Urban Development

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers the launch of the Arab European Cities Dialogue Forum (AECD 2025) on May 12, 2025, in Riyadh. Titled “Beyond Borders: Transforming Cities through Global Cooperation,” the session gathered municipal leaders from across the Arab world and Europe to explore partnerships in climate action, […]

KSA News

Saudi, Kazakh Officials Discuss Security Collaboration

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers a high-level meeting on May 12, 2025, between Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif and Yermek Sagimbayev, Chairman of Kazakhstan’s National Security Committee. The dialogue, held in Riyadh, strengthens the strategic security partnership between Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan—highlighting shared […]

KSA News

Bahrain’s King Meets Saudi Education Minister

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates a milestone in Saudi-Bahraini cooperation with the signing of a contract to complete the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Medical City in Bahrain. Taking place on May 12, 2025, the meeting between King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Saudi Minister of Education Yousef […]

KSA News

First Hajj Flight from Nigeria Arrives in Madinah

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the warm reception of the first group of Nigerian pilgrims at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah on May 12, 2025, marking the start of the 1446 AH Hajj season. It showcases Saudi Arabia’s seamless immigration services and commitment to hospitality, […]

Culture

Islamic Affairs Ministry Concludes Major Quran Competition in Balkans

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the conclusion of the International Quran Competition in the Balkans, held in Pristina, Kosovo, and organized by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. With 142 contestants from 22 European countries, the event promotes religious excellence, cultural diplomacy, and peaceful unity, […]

Economy

GCA Chief Meets with IIA President and CEO

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights a high-level meeting on May 12, 2025, between Dr. Hussam Alangari, President of Saudi Arabia’s General Court of Audit (GCA), and Anthony Pugliese, President and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Their discussion, held during the 6th Internal Audit Forum in […]