Category: KSA News

Saudi Ambassador Nawaf Al-Malki received Pakistani Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi in Islamabad to discuss mutual interests, reinforcing Saudi-Pakistan ties.

Imam Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Buaijan emphasized in a Friday sermon at the Prophet’s Mosque that Allah’s monotheism is the core of Islam, highlighting the Quran as the source of legislation.

Saudi Arabia’s Nazaha signs two MoUs with Uzbekistan to combat corruption, enhancing cooperation, information exchange, and institutional capacity.

Saudi Arabia’s ZATCA introduces licensing for customs consultants to boost trade efficiency and compliance, supporting Vision 2030 goals.

Najran International Airport obtains ACA first-level certificate, demonstrating Saudi Arabia’s commitment to sustainable aviation and Vision 2030 environmental goals.

Saudi Arabia’s GACA concluded its successful participation in the ICAO Facilitation Conference (FALC 2025) in Doha, advancing global aviation collaboration and Vision 2030 goals.

Saudi Minister Bandar Alkhorayef led a mining workshop and industrial roundtable in Indonesia, promoting Vision 2030 opportunities and strengthening bilateral ties.

Saudi Minister Bandar Alkhorayef concludes official visit to Indonesia, signing MoUs to boost mining, industry, and trade cooperation under Vision 2030.

Saudi Public Security announces Hajj entry permit enforcement for Makkah starting April 23, 2025. Residents must obtain permits via Absher and Muqeem portals.

GEOSA wins International Safety Award with Distinction from British Safety Council, competing against 850+ organizations from 45 countries. Recognizes Saudi excellence in workplace safety.

KSrelief distributed meals to students in Sierra Leone’s Western Area Rural District from March 31 to April 11, 2025, as part of Saudi Arabia’s global humanitarian efforts.

Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah warns that performing Hajj without a permit is prohibited. All pilgrims must use the Nusuk platform. No visa grants Hajj right.

Saudi Ministry of Interior wins gold at International Pakistan Army Team Spirit Exercise-2025, showcasing advanced training and Vision 2030 alignment.

KSrelief distributes 3,200 cartons of dates to 19,200 individuals in Yemen’s Hajjah Governorate as part of the 2025 Date Distribution Project, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian commitment.

KSrelief distributes 1,350 food baskets to 8,100 beneficiaries in Sudan’s Northern State as part of Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Food Security Support Project.

ICESCO Director-General Dr. Salem Al-Malik met Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah, to discuss cooperation in education and culture.

The Ministry of Interior announces the end of the 50% reduction on accumulated traffic fines incurred before April 18, 2024, effective April 19, 2025. Drivers urged to comply with traffic regulations.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman congratulates President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on winning Gabon’s presidential elections, reinforcing Saudi-Gabonese ties and Vision 2030 diplomacy.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulates President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on winning Gabon’s presidential elections, reaffirming strong bilateral ties.

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs concludes the preliminary qualifiers for the largest Holy Quran memorization competition in the Balkans, with 2,350 contestants from 22 countries.

The OIC strongly condemns Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza and aggression in the West Bank, calling for accountability and unimpeded humanitarian aid.

Saudi Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid Al-Hogail visits Russia to enhance cooperation in municipal services, urban planning, and smart city development, aligning with Vision 2030.

Golden heron and other migratory birds sighted in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region, highlighting the Kingdom’s rich biodiversity and conservation efforts under Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia’s Project for the Utilization of Hady and Adahi signs agreement with the Muslim Office of Uzbekistan to facilitate Hajj rituals for 1446 AH season.

Saudi Arabia launches 6th Environment Week tomorrow in Riyadh under ‘Our Environment is a Treasure,’ featuring the National Environmental Performance Index and nationwide activities.

The Saudi Ministry of Sport and stc Group signed an MoU to enhance digital infrastructure and technology in the sports sector, supporting Vision 2030 goals.

The National Center for Meteorology forecasts moderate to heavy rain, hail, and dust-stirring winds in parts of Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Madinah, Makkah, Al-Baha, Aseer, Jazan, and Najran on Sunday.

The National Water Company begins 16 water and wastewater projects in Qassim, valued at over SAR1.1 billion, to expand services and support Vision 2030.

A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck Sulawesi, Indonesia, on April 20, 2025. No casualties reported. Read official details and context.

The Board of Grievances launches its second package of digital services on Tawakkalna, offering online lawsuit inquiries, court dates, and more to enhance access to justice.

Moderate to heavy rain and hail hit Madinah on April 20, 2025, as Saudi Arabia’s advanced weather monitoring and emergency response ensure safety and minimal disruption.

Saudi Arabia participates in the 51st Arab Labor Conference in Cairo, led by Dr. Abdullah Abuthnain, to discuss labor reforms and economic inclusion aligned with Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia achieves 17.55% score increase in 2025 International IP Index, ranking among top countries for progress out of 55 economies, advancing Vision 2030.

The GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre launches its International Fellowship in Arbitration and Qualification of Arbitrators Program, aiming to qualify Gulf professionals and strengthen dispute resolution.

Saudi Minister Abdulrahman Alfadley inaugurates 2025 Environment Week in Riyadh, launching the national environmental performance index and showcasing sustainability initiatives under Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia launches National Environmental Performance Index to monitor sustainability and inform policy, aligning with Vision 2030 and UNEP collaboration.

Saudi Ambassador to Bulgaria Dr. Rami Al-Otaibi met Bulgarian Minister of Economy and Industry Peter Dilov in Sofia to discuss mutual interests and boost bilateral ties.

The desert monitor lizard (Varanus griseus) is vital to ecological balance in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region, controlling snake and rodent populations.

Shura Council Vice Speaker Dr. Mishaal Al-Sulami met French Senator Olivier Cadic to strengthen Saudi-French parliamentary ties and discuss regional peace efforts.

Saudi Vice Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji received French Senator Olivier Cadic in Riyadh to review bilateral ties and discuss regional developments.

OIC Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha met China’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Chang Hua in Jeddah to discuss enhancing dialogue and cooperation between the OIC and China.

KSrelief distributes 1,660 food baskets in Sudan’s Northern State, benefiting 9,960 individuals as part of Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian efforts.

The OIC Permanent Finance Committee held its 53rd session in Jeddah to prepare the 2026 budget and contributions strategy for the 51st Foreign Ministers Council.

Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority will participate in the RSA Conference 2025 in San Francisco, showcasing local innovations and fostering global partnerships.

The Islamic Development Bank launches STEP, a skills, training, and education program to empower refugees, displaced people, and host communities across member states.

AlUla celebrates Environment Week 2025, highlighting its biodiversity and conservation efforts led by the Royal Commission for AlUla, including the Arabian Leopard Reintroduction Initiative.

KSrelief distributed 176 shelter bags and 45 tents in Al-Shihr District, Hadhramaut, benefiting 1,056 individuals (176 families) under Yemen’s 2025 shelter project.

KSrelief’s 30th volunteer program at Zaatari Refugee Camp in Jordan provided medical care to 1,141 Syrian refugees, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian commitment.

KSrelief distributes 650 clothing bags to orphaned children in Al-Bab, Afrin, and Akhtarin in Syria’s Aleppo as part of the Aman project for orphan care.

Saudi Minister of Transport Saleh Al-Jasser chairs the second meeting of the Transport Steering Committee for Hajj 1446 AH, reviewing operational readiness and plans.

National Center of Meteorology forecasts moderate to heavy rain, hail, and dust-stirring winds across several Saudi regions on Monday, April 21, 2025, with detailed marine conditions for the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf.

Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, Governor of Jeddah, received Italy’s Ambassador Carlo Baldocci to discuss bilateral cooperation and Vision 2030 alignment.

Conservation efforts in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region lead to the revival of Salvia spinosa, a medicinal plant absent for years, signaling ecological recovery.

King Salman Royal Reserve showcases environmental achievements at Environment Week 2025, including 3 million seedlings planted and 177 new wildlife births.

GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi meets China Atomic Energy Authority Director Shan Zhongde to discuss peaceful nuclear cooperation, enhancing strategic ties and supporting Vision 2030.

Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Faisal bin Bandar received US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Alison Dilworth to discuss mutual interests, reinforcing Saudi-American ties.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty arrives in Riyadh and is received by Vice Minister Waleed Elkhereiji, highlighting strong Saudi-Egyptian ties.

Governor of Riyadh Prince Faisal bin Bandar received Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq to discuss bilateral ties and common interests, reinforcing Saudi-Pakistani relations.

Director General Fareed Al-Shehri meets Palestinian OIC representative Ambassador Hadi Shibli to discuss mutual interests, reinforcing Saudi diplomacy.

Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism Fatima Al Sairafi met Saudi Ambassador Naif Al-Sudairi in Manama to discuss tourism cooperation and bilateral ties, reinforcing Vision 2030 alignment.

Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh receives new ambassadors to Uruguay and Mozambique to discuss promoting moderation and tolerance.

Saudi Arabia’s TGA, Bahri, and IMO announce the Nextwave Pilot Training Program for maritime cadets from SIDS and LDCs, offering fully funded six-month onboard training.

Saudi Shura Council Speaker Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh held official talks with Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq in Riyadh to strengthen parliamentary ties and bilateral cooperation.

The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) participated in Environment Week 2025, launching nationwide awareness campaigns, interactive pavilions, and greening initiatives to promote environmental sustainability in Saudi Arabia.

Director General Fareed Al-Shehri meets Ghana’s Consul General Dr. Abdulrahman Adam in Jeddah to present consular exequatur and discuss bilateral ties, enhancing Saudi-Ghana relations.

Saudi Arabia’s National Competitiveness Center opens 24 projects for public feedback through Istitlaa platform, covering water, education, AI, and civil defense.

Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh received Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq in Riyadh to discuss moderation and bilateral ties.

GCC Secretary-General highlights first GCC-China Forum on Peaceful Nuclear Technology in Chengdu, marking a key step in cooperation under the 2023-2027 joint action plan.

Minister Adel Al-Jubeir welcomes Spanish Ambassador Javier Carbajosa Sánchez in Riyadh, strengthening Saudi-Spanish ties and advancing Vision 2030 goals.

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty co-chaired the Political Consultation and Follow-up Committee in Riyadh, focusing on Gaza and regional coordination.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation strongly condemns terrorist attacks in northern Benin, offering condolences and support for counterterrorism efforts.

Minister Adel Al-Jubeir received Chinese Ambassador Chang Hua in Riyadh to discuss bilateral ties and shared interests, reinforcing Saudi-China partnership.

KSrelief and SDRPY launch new phase of medical volunteer program at Prince Mohammed bin Salman Hospital in Aden, focusing on pediatric heart surgery and specialized care.

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji received Gambian Ambassador Omar Gibril Sallah in Riyadh, marking the end of his tenure and highlighting strong Saudi-Gambian ties.

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif met Iraqi Minister of Interior Lt. Gen. Abdulamir Al-Shammari in Jeddah to strengthen security cooperation.

The NCVC documents a rare Arabian oryx birth in Qassim National Park, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s global leadership in wildlife conservation and Vision 2030.

King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman send condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to interfaith dialogue and global respect.

Saudi Arabia and Korea lay foundation for a smart agriculture complex in Riyadh, using AI and IoT to boost food security and sustainability under Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority launches Innovation Hub to drive creative solutions and emerging technologies in the government sector, supporting Vision 2030.

KSrelief’s Masam project cleared 1,050 explosives in Yemen during the third week of April 2025, including unexploded ordnance and mines, bringing the cumulative total to 488,656.

The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) launched a workshop in Nouakchott, Mauritania, on rehabilitating extremists, part of a five-country program.

Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley met Russian Minister Oxana Lut in Jeddah to discuss food security and agricultural investment.

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met Indian PM’s Principal Secretary P.K. Mishra and NITI Aayog CEO to strengthen bilateral cooperation across key sectors.

KSrelief distributes April allowances to 600 orphaned children in Aleppo, Syria, as part of the Aman project, alongside drug abuse awareness activities.

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman met Egypt’s FM Badr Abdelatty in Riyadh to discuss expanding energy collaboration and bilateral ties.

Saudi Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan met Chinese Minister Huai Jinpeng in Beijing to strengthen educational ties, activate cooperation, and explore new partnerships.

National Center for Meteorology forecasts moderate to heavy rain in Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, and Makkah, with light rain in Riyadh and Eastern Region.

Dr. Aluwaisheg highlights Saudi Arabia’s role in GCC-Central Asia partnership, covering political, economic, and cultural cooperation under Vision 2030.

GACA’s March 2025 report ranks Saudi airports: Riyadh’s King Khalid tops with 82%, Dammam’s King Fahd leads with 91%, and Jizan, Al-Ahsa, Al-Gurayat achieve 100% compliance.

KSrelief concludes 32nd training course at Zaatari camp, empowering 319 Syrian refugees with vocational and academic skills to enhance self-reliance.

KSrelief distributes 1,000 food baskets in Sudan’s River Nile State, benefiting 6,010 individuals. Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian aid supports vulnerable communities.

Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Wildlife showcases dugong conservation efforts at Environment Week 2025, highlighting satellite tracking, habitat rehabilitation, and international cooperation.

Makkah police arrest a Sudanese resident and Saudi national for posting fake Hajj campaign ads on social media, offering fraudulent accommodation and transport services.

KSrelief distributes 3,131 food baskets in Al Wadi District of Yemen’s Marib, benefiting 21,917 individuals as part of the 2025 Food Aid Distribution Project.

Saudi Arabia mandates localization of 41 tourism professions in three phases from 2026 to create jobs for citizens and boost Vision 2030 goals.

Global content creators gather in AlUla for MENA’s first Instagram Creators Summit, organized by Meta, to discuss AI, storytelling, and digital innovation.

Saudi Ministry of Interior warns expatriates: overstaying visas can lead to fines up to SAR50,000, imprisonment, and deportation. Learn how to comply and avoid penalties.

A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck Alto Amazonas, Peru, on April 22, 2025. No casualties or damage reported. Saudi Arabia monitors global events.

Speaker of the Shura Council Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh received Algeria’s Ambassador Sharif Walid in Riyadh to discuss bilateral relations and parliamentary cooperation.

Saudi Ambassador Waleed Al-Reshaidan met Tajik Speaker Fayzali Idizoda in Dushanbe to discuss bilateral ties and parliamentary cooperation, reinforcing Vision 2030 diplomacy.