Category: Culture

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates Saudi Arabia’s long-standing academic and scientific partnership with the United States, highlighted by Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan on May 14, 2025. With over 70 years of educational exchange, Saudi students and institutions have collaborated with leading American universities, building national expertise in […]

In characteristic fashion, President Donald Trump has once again stirred global intrigue with talk of an “earth-shattering” announcement during his high-stakes visit to the Middle East — a remark that has prompted both anticipation and confusion. As Air Force One touches down across Gulf capitals, the world watches closely to see whether this is another […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article celebrates the launch of the Media Oasis in Riyadh, coinciding with the visit of U.S. President Donald J. Trump. Held from May 13 to 14, 2025, this visionary event—hosted by the Ministry of Media in partnership with the Quality of Life Program—highlights Saudi Arabia’s […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article outlines the newly launched operational plan by the Presidency of Religious Affairs for the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah during the 1446 AH Hajj season. Introduced on May 13, 2025, the plan includes over 100 awareness initiatives, five digital enrichment pathways, and multi-language spiritual programs […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the May 13, 2025 signing of a memorandum of understanding between the World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY) and the Organization of Muslim Scholars in Tanzania. The agreement focuses on youth empowerment, education, and peaceful coexistence—showcasing Saudi Arabia’s global leadership in humanitarian diplomacy, […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers the Arab League’s renewed expression of solidarity with Palestinian journalists on May 13, 2025, amid ongoing violence in Gaza. It highlights the League’s condemnation of violations against media professionals and reaffirms its support for press freedom. Saudi Arabia stands with this message as […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights the deep appreciation of a 74-year-old Malaysian pilgrim, Hasna Hamza, for Saudi Arabia’s exceptional Hajj services under the Makkah Route initiative. Her gratitude reflects the Kingdom’s warm hospitality, efficient procedures, and the Vision 2030 goal of enhancing spiritual journeys through seamless, dignified experiences […]

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights Saudi Arabia’s commitment to global diplomacy and cultural engagement through its official participation in South Africa’s National Day celebration in Riyadh on May 12, 2025. It reflects the Kingdom’s peaceful and respectful approach to international relations, a core element of Vision 2030’s strategy […]

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 […]

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, […]