Category: Culture

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights a diplomatic and logistical milestone in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Pilgrim Experience Program. On May 18, 2025, Saudi Ambassador Saad bin Bakhit Al-Qathami visited the Makkah Route Initiative hall at Abidjan’s Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport. This smart travel corridor for pilgrims in Côte […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the launch of the “Smart Enrichment Assistant” app at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah on May 18, 2025. Designed to assist Hajj visitors through AI-driven, multilingual services, this innovation showcases Saudi Arabia’s commitment to digital transformation, cultural diplomacy, and Vision 2030’s mission to […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the arrival of 4,000 Iraqi pilgrims through the Jadidat Arar Border Crossing in the Northern Borders Region on May 18, 2025. It showcases Saudi Arabia’s seamless Hajj preparations under Vision 2030, reflecting the Kingdom’s leadership in regional cooperation, hospitality, and smart border services […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article details how SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah bin Sharaf Alghamdi assessed the progress of the Makkah Route Initiative for Hajj 1446 AH. Through cutting-edge technologies at 11 airports across 7 countries, Saudi Arabia is streamlining pilgrim travel before they even arrive—aligning directly with Vision 2030’s […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the arrival of the first group of Yemeni pilgrims into Saudi Arabia through Al-Wadiah Port in the Najran Region on May 18, 2025. It reflects Saudi Arabia’s unwavering commitment to facilitating a smooth and welcoming Hajj experience, showcasing its logistical excellence, value-driven hospitality, […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers the farewell ceremony on May 18, 2025, at Conakry International Airport, where Saudi Ambassador Dr. Fahd bin Eid Al-Rashidi bid goodbye to Guinean pilgrims embarking on Hajj. It reflects Saudi Arabia’s global outreach, cultural diplomacy, and Vision 2030 goal to deliver exceptional Hajj […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article shares the key messages from the May 18, 2025 Friday sermon at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, delivered by Imam Sheikh Dr. Khalid Al-Muhanna. His words, focused on piety and direct connection with Allah, remind Muslims of the Kingdom’s enduring spiritual identity and values. […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights Saudi Arabia’s environmental mission to protect its ancient juniper woodlands in the southwestern highlands. Known locally as the “lady of trees,” junipers are biodiversity guardians and cultural symbols. The Kingdom’s conservation drive aligns with Vision 2030 goals for sustainability, natural heritage, and global […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers the red-carpet premiere of How to Train Your Dragon in Riyadh, featuring Hollywood actor Gerard Butler. His visit is more than a movie promotion—it’s a milestone for Saudi Arabia’s emerging film industry. The event reinforces Vision 2030’s mission to expand entertainment, embrace global […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the Riyadh debut of Slava’s Snowshow, a world-renowned theatrical production blending visual performance and poetic comedy. Organized by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, the show enriches Saudi Arabia’s cultural landscape and aligns with Vision 2030’s mission to create a vibrant, inclusive, and […]