GASTAT’s 2024 bulletin shows 97.4% of Saudi citizens aged 15+ rate health as good or better, with data on chronic diseases and mental health supporting Vision 2030.
The Jeddah Historic District Program celebrated World Arabic Language Day with artistic events, workshops, and performances, supporting heritage preservation and Vision 2030.
The King Abdulaziz Camel Festival boosts economic activity in GCC camel markets, with experts praising rising prices and participation, as reported by Saudi Press Agency.
KFSHRC inaugurates MENA’s most advanced Hematology Diagnostics Laboratory, featuring AI-driven systems and the region’s fastest automated hematology track, enhancing precision and efficiency.
Saudi Shura Council Speaker meets Pakistan Senate Chairman in Islamabad to enhance bilateral cooperation, focusing on parliamentary ties and mutual interests.
Cyclone Chido hits northern Mozambique, killing 45 and injuring over 500. Official reports from the National Institute for Natural Disaster detail devastation in Cabo Delgado.
Saudi Venture Capital invests in Raed III L.P., an early-stage fund by Raed Ventures, targeting fintech and enterprise software startups in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.
The United Nations praises Saudi Arabia for hosting the successful 19th Internet Governance Forum in Riyadh, highlighting Vision 2030 and the Riyadh Declaration.
The second group of 250 Umrah performers from 14 European countries arrives in Madinah under the Guests of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program, with cultural and religious visits planned.
Saudi Stock Exchange main index ends lower on December 19, 2024, losing 68.61 points. NOMU gains. Daily trading value reaches SAR10.9 billion. Official data.