Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
Egypt calls Erdogan statements ‘ironic,’ accuses Turkey of sponsoring terrorism
:: Egypt’s foreign ministry spokesman, Ahmed Hafez, slammed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s statements at the UN General Assembly this week where he urged the UN to “handle the suspicious death of More »
Saudi Crown Prince: Attacks are test of int’l resolve against destructive acts
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said on Wednesday that the attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities are a test of international resolve in the face of destructive acts that More »
Saudi Crown Prince says attacks on oil facilities are a ‘dangerous escalation’
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said the recent attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities represented a “dangerous escalation not only toward the Kingdom but also the entire world.” The Crown More »
Tag Archives: KSA
KSA safe country for investments
The mining and mineral sectors have very good potential and are contributing significantly to the economic diversification of the Kingdom, said Sultan J. Shawli, deputy minister for mineral resources. In an interview with the Arab News on the first day
KSA relief is reaching all Yemenis, without prejudice
The King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Works is providing aid and services to Yemenis, regardless of their religious views, backgrounds, economic status or geographical location, says an official. “The relief center is making all efforts to provide help
King tells media: Report responsibly
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has urged the country’s media houses to report responsibly and ensure that they carry patriotic messages aimed at the youth. King Salman made the comments at a meeting with senior intellectuals, newspaper
Low-salary jobs in private sector to be restructured
In an effort to raise the proportion of skilled labor and bridge the skills gap in the market, the Ministry of Labor is moving to restructure private sector jobs with low salaries. The ministry will begin taking practical steps to
Most expats ‘feel safe in KSA’
Most expatriates feel safe in the Kingdom and have been able to save, buy homes, pay for education and travel abroad, according to a survey conducted by Western Union. The company, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange,
Kiswa back to its normal position
The lower part of the Kaaba Kiswa (the black cloth covering the Kaaba) which had been rolled up during Haj has been unfolded to its normal position. This is the first Kiswa to be woven during the reign of Custodian
Kingdom: Transport projects going ahead as scheduled
Saudi Arabia is proceeding with public transport projects as scheduled and companies may face penalties if there are delays, Transport Minister Abdullah Al-Muqbil was quoted as saying by a leading local newspaper. With low oil prices slashing the government’s export
Flynas in talks to buy 4 new aircraft
Saudi Arabian budget carrier flynas, which made its first profit this year, is in talks with plane manufacturers Airbus and Boeing as it seeks to purchase four new aircraft over the next four years, its CEO said. “Profitability has given
Al-Subaie inspires girls as she scores rare success
From a humble beginning of mobile repair work to an ambitious woman entrepreneur who wishes to achieve extraordinary success in her life, Maryam Al-Subaie is a true role model who inspires girls looking for jobs to repeat her success and
Role of family in thwarting extremism stressed
A number of experts have stressed the importance of the family’s pivotal role in preventing children from being exposed to deviant thoughts and attempts by terrorist groups to recruit them. All educational institutions, schools and universities have an important role
KSA doesn’t offer relief in cash, clarifies official
A Saudi official involved in relief works has clarified that the Kingdom does not provide relief in cash and that outside pressure is being exerted on some distressed countries and parties to force and put donors in an embarrassing situation
1,441 firms shut for not complying with salary protection program
The Ministry of Labour (MoL) has shut down 1,441 firms due to their failure to safeguard workers’ wages, according to a ministry report released in the capital recently. The report said that 48 percent of the total establishments did not
Alshiaka wins ‘Top 100 Saudi Brands’ award for 2015
Alshiaka Company has won the award of the top 100 brands in the Kingdom for 2015, according to the survey organized by Al-Watan newspaper. The award that aims at honoring the most popular Saudi brands for achievements that raise high
Al Faisaliah announces launch of multi-million riyal renovation
The iconic luxury landmark of the Saudi capital city — Al Faisaliah Hotel — has announced the commencement of an unprecedented renovation that begins a new chapter in its 15-year heritage. “Celebrating the 15th anniversary, we have embarked on a
School students to receive market-oriented education
In a new initiative, the General Directorate of Education here has announced the implementation of a program to professionalize high school students so that they could land jobs soon after their studies are over. “The program will bridge the gap
Man kills grandma, uncle and Asian couple
Police arrested a man with a previous criminal record who allegedly killed two of his relatives and two neighbors in the Al-Sail area, north of Taif. Investigations are underway to determine the details of the crime. Media spokesman for Makkah
Saudi Arabia reiterates calls for U.N. reforms
Saudi Arabia has repeatedly called for the reforms of the U.N. Security Council and its working methods so that it can effectively carry out its basic tasks of maintaining peace and security, said Kingdom’s permanent representative to U.N. Ambassador Abdallah
Strategies to conserve electricity explored
Top Saudi economic experts have expressed strong warnings against continued oil consumption for electricity generation and water desalination. According to a statistics, about 4.2 million barrels of oil are consumed per day and the figure expected to increase to 9.5
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