A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Türkiye on October 16, 2024, at a depth of 9 km, as reported by EMSC. No immediate damage reported; regional monitoring continues.
The Saudi Health Council participates in the 7th Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh, showcasing digital health initiatives and signing 17 agreements to advance Vision 2030.
Riyadh Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar receives Norwegian Ambassador Kjersti Tromsdal. Meeting strengthens bilateral ties and supports Vision 2030 diplomatic goals.
Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) launches MER1 shipping service at Jeddah Islamic Port, linking Saudi Arabia to India, UAE, Djibouti, and Yemen to boost trade.
Madinah Governor Prince Salman bin Sultan meets Bangladeshi Consul General Miah Md. Mainul Kabir to discuss bilateral cooperation, economic ties, and Vision 2030 priorities.
OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha stresses the role of statistics in policy decisions at the 13th OIC Statistical Committee session in Ankara, emphasizing data for development.
ROSHN Group, a PIF company, signs a three-year partnership with the World Economic Forum as an Associate Center Partner to advance urban transformation and sustainable development.
Prince Mohammed bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Jazan, received Egyptian Consul General Ahmed Abdel Majeed in Jizan to discuss mutual interests and strengthen Saudi-Egypt relations.
Saudi Arabia will raise localization rates in radiology, medical lab, therapeutic nutrition, and physiotherapy by April 2025, expanding job opportunities for citizens and enhancing healthcare quality under Vision 2030.
Saudi Vice Minister of Interior Dr. Nasser bin Abdulaziz Al-Dawood received Rwandan Ambassador Eugene Segore Kayihura in Riyadh to discuss topics of common interest.