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Deputy Minister of Communications and Information Technology Haytham AlOhali speaking at the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) in Geneva.
At Geneva World Summit, Saudi Arabia highlights great strides in digital leadership
Saudi Gazette report GENEVA — Deputy Minister of Communications and Information Technology and Acting Governor of the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) Haytham AlOhali highlighted, while attending the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) in Geneva, Saudi Arabia’s great strides in digital leadership. Speaking before senior officials and experts representing 194 countries, he reaffirmed the Kingdom’s dedication in supporting the summit’s goals and enhancing the role of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in fostering inclusive and sustainable digital communities.AlOhali showcased Saudi Arabia’s progress in advancing the ITU’s strategic objectives, referencing key global indicators that reflect the Kingdom’s success in the digital...
July 10, 2025

At Geneva World Summit, Saudi Arabia highlights great strides in digital leadership

Saudi Arabia updates road code to support autonomous vehicles and smart mobility
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The General Authority for Roads has announced that the Saudi Roads Code now incorporates advanced infrastructure standards to support the safe integration of autonomous vehicles across the Kingdom.According to the authority, the updated code sets requirements for road design and construction that ensure self-driving vehicles can operate effectively under various conditions.These include the development of pavement layers that withstand the repetitive routing patterns of autonomous vehicles, the installation of real-time communication systems along roadways to transmit critical data to vehicles, and the use of road markings and signs that can be accurately interpreted by machine vision systems.Parking areas are also being adapted to include intelligent...
July 10, 2025

Saudi Arabia updates road code to support autonomous vehicles and smart mobility

SFDA approves 'Winrevair' for rare pulmonary hypertension treatment
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has approved the registration of Winrevair (sotatercept) for the treatment of adult patients with World Health Organization (WHO) Functional Class II to III pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).Previously designated as an orphan drug under SFDA’s Orphan Drugs Program, Winrevair addresses a critical need for patients with this life-threatening condition.PAH is characterized by the narrowing and thickening of blood vessels in the lungs, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue.Winrevair introduces a novel mechanism of action by inhibiting activin signaling, which plays a role in the thickening of pulmonary arteries.By restoring cellular growth balance, the drug improves blood flow in...
July 10, 2025

SFDA approves 'Winrevair' for rare pulmonary hypertension treatment

Saudi Arabia to introduce AI curriculum across all school levels starting 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia will introduce a national artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum across all levels of public education starting from the 2025–2026 academic year.Tthe National Curriculum Center announced nucluding the new curriculum in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA).The initiative aligns with the Human Capability Development Program under Vision 2030, aiming to build a comprehensive educational system that reinforces national values while boosting the Kingdom’s global competitiveness and leadership in AI.The new AI curriculum is designed to empower students with specialized skills from early stages, equipping them to engage...
July 10, 2025

Saudi Arabia to introduce AI curriculum across all school levels starting 2025

Saudi citizen and Yemeni resident convicted in perfume trade concealment case in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has publicly named and shamed a Saudi citizen and a Yemeni resident for engaging in a commercial concealment crime involving the trade of perfumes and cosmetics in Riyadh.Investigations revealed that the Saudi citizen enabled the Yemeni resident to conduct business activities without obtaining a foreign investment license.Authorities seized large sums of money in seven foreign currencies, gold bars, and other evidence proving the resident was operating a commercial enterprise for his own benefit.The resident acted as the de facto owner of the business and engaged in financial transactions far exceeding the scope of his official job as a sales representative.He admitted receiving 20% of the annual net profits in exchange for the Saudi...
July 10, 2025

Saudi citizen and Yemeni resident convicted in perfume trade concealment case in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) recorded an increase of 1.5 percent in May 2025 compared to the same month last year.
GASTAT: Industrial Production Index rises by 1.5% in May
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) recorded an increase of 1.5 percent in May 2025 compared to the same month last year. The increase was mainly driven by the rise in mining and quarrying activity, manufacturing activity and water supply, sewerage and waste management and remediation activities, according to the IPI statistics for May 2025 published by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) on Thursday.The sub-index of mining and quarrying activity increased by 2.1 percent compared to the same month of the previous year. The sub-index of manufacturing activity increased by 0.9 percent, and the sub-index of electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply activity recorded an annual decrease of 7.7 percent. The sub-index of water...
July 10, 2025

GASTAT: Industrial Production Index rises by 1.5% in May

Mohammed Al-Jadaan
Al-Jadaan: Economic transformation thrives on partnership
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan said that Saudi Arabia’s development underscores that economic transformation thrives on partnership. He made the remarks while participating on Thursday in a virtual roundtable meeting for Resilience Consortium leaders, which was organized by the World Economic Forum (WEF).The meeting brought together ministers, private sector CEOs, and leaders of international organizations to exchange views on addressing the private sector's role in advancing resilience, innovation, and growth in emerging markets.Al-Jadaan said that Saudi Arabia's new Investment Law creates a level playing field, streamlines processes, and enhances investor protections. “The targeted public investments unlock high-potential sectors and...
July 10, 2025

Al-Jadaan: Economic transformation thrives on partnership

On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal led the annual ceremonial washing of the Holy Kaaba on Thursday morning.
Makkah Deputy Emir leads washing of Holy Kaaba
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal led the annual ceremonial washing of the Holy Kaaba on Thursday morning.Upon arrival at Islam’s holiest shrine, the deputy emir performed the ritual washing of the interior of the Kaaba using Zamzam water mixed with rose water. This was carried out by rubbing the interior walls of the Kaaba with pieces of white cloth dipped in rose and musk perfumes, provided by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.Several officials, members of the Islamic diplomatic corps accredited to the Kingdom, and keepers of the Kaaba joined the deputy emir in the washing.The annual customary washing of the Kaaba was...
July 10, 2025

Makkah Deputy Emir leads washing of Holy Kaaba

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has suspended two Umrah companies for violations including accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed housing facilities.
Hajj Ministry suspends 2 Umrah companies for accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed facility
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has suspended two Umrah companies for violations including accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed housing facilities. The ministry considers this as a serious violation that directly impacts the safety of pilgrims.The ministry has taken legal action against the two companies, including suspending them from operation and summoning them for investigation. This comes as part of the ministry's commitment to ensuring that pilgrims receive their full rights.The ministry emphasized its role in ensuring that services are provided to pilgrims according to the highest standards of quality and professionalism, and will not tolerate any negligence or breach of contractual obligations towards pilgrims.The ministry underlined the need for...
July 09, 2025

Hajj Ministry suspends 2 Umrah companies for accommodating pilgrims in unlicensed facility

The amendments approved by the Capital Market Authority Board aim to develop a regulatory framework for investment funds, enhance the asset management industry, and strengthen its competitiveness by identifying areas for improvement and adopting global best practices.
CMA approves set of regulatory enhancements for investment funds in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Capital Market Authority (CMA) Board has approved a set of enhancements aimed at developing the regulatory environment for investment funds in Saudi Arabia. This includes amendments to the Investment Funds Regulations, the Real Estate Investment Funds Regulations, and the Glossary of Defined Terms Used in the Regulations and Rules of the Capital Market Authority.The amendments approved by the CMA Board aim to develop a regulatory framework for investment funds, enhance the asset management industry, and strengthen its competitiveness by identifying areas for improvement and adopting global best practices. The amendments also include additional regulatory provisions that support the growth of the investment fund and real estate investment fund sectors,...
July 09, 2025

CMA approves set of regulatory enhancements for investment funds in Saudi Arabia

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