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Saudi Arabia operates 10 renewable energy projects with SR19.8 billion in investment by end of 2024
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia operated five new solar energy projects in 2024 with a combined capacity of 3,751 megawatts, bringing the total number of operational renewable energy projects in the Kingdom to 10, according to the General Authority for Statistics’ Renewable Energy Statistics Bulletin 2024 released on Monday.The cumulative projects include nine solar energy plants with a total capacity of 6,151 megawatts and one wind energy project with a capacity of 400 megawatts.The report revealed that total investments in these projects reached SR19.839 billion by the end of 2024, with SR18.264 billion allocated to solar energy projects and SR1.575 billion to wind energy.The projects are expected to supply electricity to approximately 1,140,800 residential units across the...
July 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia operates 10 renewable energy projects with SR19.8 billion in investment by end of 2024

Jeddah exhibition showcases 500 years of Makkah and Madinah imagery
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — A newly opened exhibition in Jeddah offers a rare glimpse into the historical evolution of the two holy cities — Makkah and Madinah — through a compelling collection of artwork and photography spanning five centuries.Located in Jeddah Park, the exhibition is divided into three main galleries: Before the Invention of the Camera (1550–1880), The Early Photographers of Makkah and Madinah (1880–1920), and The Golden Age of Photography (1920–present).Visitors can explore early depictions of the holy cities through artistic illustrations created by both Muslim and non-Muslim artists, long before the invention of photography in 1839.These artworks — etched onto copper and other metals — were later printed and distributed across Europe, often after...
July 14, 2025

Jeddah exhibition showcases 500 years of Makkah and Madinah imagery

HR Ministry launches 'Skills Week' to empower youth and align talent with labor market needs
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development launched “Skills Week” on Monday, in conjunction with World Youth Skills Day, under the theme “Skills First.”The initiative reflects the ministry’s ongoing efforts to develop a national skills framework, invest in Saudi human capital, and enhance the readiness of local talent to meet the demands of both domestic and global labor markets.The week-long initiative aims to spotlight national programs that enhance the efficiency, competitiveness, and productivity of Saudi Arabia’s labor market while empowering youth and equipping them with the skills required to thrive.The campaign includes a range of initiatives focused on identifying and planning skill needs, aligning training efforts with labor...
July 14, 2025

HR Ministry launches 'Skills Week' to empower youth and align talent with labor market needs

Saudi Arabia issues 155 new industrial licenses in May
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia issued 155 new industrial licenses in May 2025, while 122 factories began actual production during the same month, according to the latest monthly report by the National Industrial and Mining Information Center under the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources.The report, which tracks key monthly indicators in the sector, revealed that the total investment tied to the new licenses exceeded SR3.25 billion.These upcoming industrial projects are expected to generate 2,450 job opportunities across various regions of the Kingdom.Meanwhile, the value of investments in factories that commenced production in May reached SR930 million, with 2,329 new jobs created.The data underscores the continued expansion of Saudi Arabia’s industrial base and the...
July 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia issues 155 new industrial licenses in May

MWL chief welcomes Uzbek official, hails Center’s efforts in promoting Islamic values
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, received Dr. Firdavs Firdonovich Abdukhalikov, Chairman of the Center for Islamic Civilization under the Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan, at the League’s headquarters in Makkah.Dr. Al-Issa underscored the significance of the Center’s role in promoting Islamic civilization, particularly in addressing misconceptions and countering negative stereotypes about Islam.For his part, Dr. Abdukhalikov expressed, on behalf of the Uzbek government, his pride in the MWL’s global efforts and the esteem it holds in the Muslim world and beyond.He praised Dr. Al-Issa’s international engagement, especially his address at the United...
July 14, 2025

MWL chief welcomes Uzbek official, hails Center’s efforts in promoting Islamic values

Wirth opens registration for world-class traditional arts programs in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wirth) has opened registration for six specialized academic programs in collaboration with top global universities and academies in the fields of art and design.The initiative supports Saudi Arabia’s cultural development goals and aligns with the objectives of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025.”Launched on July 13, registration is available through Wirth’s official website: wrth.edu.sa. The academic offerings include master’s degrees, higher diplomas, and intermediate diplomas, all designed to merge traditional heritage with innovative design education.Among the new programs is a master’s in traditional furniture design in partnership with Italy’s Politecnico di Milano, one of the world’s top 10...
July 14, 2025

Wirth opens registration for world-class traditional arts programs in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia signs $8.3B renewable energy deals to add 15 GW in solar and wind capacity
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has signed seven new agreements to purchase electricity from solar and wind energy projects with a total capacity of 15,000 megawatts, backed by investments estimated at SR31 billion ($8.3 billion).The deals are part of the Kingdom’s National Renewable Energy Program, supervised by the Ministry of Energy.The agreements were signed in the presence of Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman with a consortium led by ACWA Power as the main developer, in partnership with Badeel, a company owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), and Aramco’s energy arm, Aramco Power.The solar photovoltaic projects include: Bisha (Asir Region) — 3,000 MW Al-Humaij (Madinah) — 3,000 MW Khulais (Makkah) — 2,000 MW Afif 1 and 2...
July 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia signs $8.3B renewable energy deals to add 15 GW in solar and wind capacity

Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb and ministry officials visit Breeze Café in Al-Shafa, enjoying the view of Taif’s mountains.
Al-Khateeb hails Taif’s tourism appeal as Saudi Summer 2025 gets underway
Saudi Gazette reportTAIF — Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb reaffirmed on Sunday that national talents are the backbone of the Kingdom’s tourism sector. He highlighted the government's focus on training and empowerment programs to raise workforce competence and expand employment opportunities across tourism pathways.During a field tour of Taif, marking the launch of his site visits under the Saudi Summer 2025 program, Al-Khateeb praised the province’s natural charm and moderate climate, which he said position it as one of the most promising tourist destinations in Saudi Arabia and the broader region.The visit included inspections of several key tourist landmarks and facilities in Taif, with a focus on evaluating visitor experience, reviewing available infrastructure, and...
July 14, 2025

Al-Khateeb hails Taif’s tourism appeal as Saudi Summer 2025 gets underway

Etidal and Telegram remove over 30 million extremist posts in Q2 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology (Etidal) and the messaging platform Telegram removed 30,846,485 pieces of extremist content and shut down 1,254 extremist channels during the second quarter of 2025, as part of their ongoing partnership to counter digital extremism.With these latest efforts, the cumulative total of extremist materials removed since the start of the collaboration in February 2022 has reached 207,604,942 items.In addition, a total of 17,455 extremist channels have been taken down over the same period.The joint initiative reflects a sustained commitment to curbing the spread of extremist ideology online and disrupting networks that exploit digital platforms to incite violence or propagate hate speech.
July 14, 2025

Etidal and Telegram remove over 30 million extremist posts in Q2 2025

Saudi banking sector assets hit $1.2 trillion in 2024
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s financial sector exceeded key Vision 2030 benchmarks in 2024, with total banking sector assets reaching SR4.49 trillion, or 131% of the program’s target of SR3.43 trillion, according to the annual report released Sunday by the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP).The report highlights the sector’s achievements in supporting economic growth and outlines strategic goals for the coming years.Among the key indicators, the Tadawul All Share Index (TASI), excluding Aramco, reached a market capitalization of 86.7% of GDP, while private credit accounted for 69% of GDP.Insurance premiums reached 2.59% of non-oil GDP, surpassing the 2024 target by 9%. Small and medium enterprise (SME) loans made up 9.4% of total lending, hitting 94% of the...
July 13, 2025

Saudi banking sector assets hit $1.2 trillion in 2024

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