Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al Alsheikh received Grand Mufti of Montenegro Rifat Fejzić and his delegation in Jeddah today during their Hajj visit under the ministry-supervised Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program. The two sides discussed cooperation, supporting dawah and educational programs, addressing the needs of Montenegrin Muslims, and enhancing joint Islamic work. Grand Mufti Fejzić praised Saudi Arabia’s extensive efforts to serve Islam and Muslims. He commended the ministry’s program for its role in hosting key global scholars with the continuous support of the Saudi leadership. Source: Riyadh Daily
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Amer Khreino. Amer Khreino, Founder and Director of Conceptlogic Ltd., explains how his “7 Elements” framework and MAAP platform are helping distributors escape margin pressure, harness AI and IoT with discipline, and evolve from transactional middlemen into capability-driven, value-led partners. Distribution has long been the quiet engine of global commerce, moving products, financing inventory, and connecting vendors to markets. The model that powered decades of growth is now under strain. Margin compression, commoditisation, accelerating technology cycles, and rising customer expectations have exposed the limits of traditional distribution thinking. The question is no longer whether distributors need to evolve, but how…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Thursday a phone call from Portuguese Minister of Foreign Affairs Paulo Rangel. During the call, they discussed the latest developments in the region and efforts to maintain security and stability. Source: Saudi Gazette
PARIS — A French appeals court on Thursday delivered a verdict against Airbus and Air France over France’s worst air disaster, ruling that the companies were guilty of corporate manslaughter in a 2009 plane crash off Brazil.The verdict is the latest milestone in a legal marathon involving two of France’s most emblematic companies and relatives of the mainly French, Brazilian and German victims.The Paris Court of Appeal said that the French flag carrier and Europe’s leading aerospace manufacturer were “solely and entirely responsible” for the crash.It ordered the companies to pay the maximum fine of €225,000 ($260,971) each, but some…
Born during a period of regional tension and named after the Arabic word for peace, Salam, Dubai Safari Park’s white rhino calf, has quickly become one of the destination’s biggest stars this season. Now, the park is inviting UAE residents who share his name to come meet him for free. As part of its newly launched “Month of Salam” campaign, Dubai Safari Park is offering complimentary Safari Bundle tickets to visitors named Salam or Salama before the park closes for summer on May 31. The campaign was announced during a special session at the park on Thursday, May 14, where…
Member of the Council of Senior Scholars Sheikh Dr. Abdul Salam Al-Sulaiman emphasized the importance of integrated security efforts in ensuring compliance with Hajj regulations, while highlighting the critical need to counter rumors and misinformation through effective communication and the dissemination of official, reliable information. Speaking at a Ministry of Interior’s Hajj symposium in Makkah, Sheikh Al-Sulaiman commended the ministry and other government agencies for raising awareness of Hajj procedures. He noted that these efforts contribute to the safety of pilgrims, rapid response times, and professional crowd management. Source: Riyadh Daily
Mohamed Abbas – Principal Analyst, Opensignal. Low reliance on legacy networks gives the GCC a spectrum efficiency advantage. Opensignal data shows that in Q1 2026, GCC users spent less than 3% of their connected time on legacy 2G and 3G networks. In comparison, across non-GCC Middle East North African markets, the figure is 21.6%. This gap shows why GCC markets are well-positioned to turn existing spectral resources into stronger mobile experiences. Spectrum efficiency is often discussed through the lens of 5G, but the real challenge is how every mobile generation fits into the network. 2G and 3G were designed for voice, SMS and basic…
MAKKAH — Advisor at the Royal Court, member of the Council of Senior Scholars, and Imam and Preacher of the Grand Mosque Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid affirmed that Saudi Arabia’s Hajj experience represents a global model for serving pilgrims in line with sustainable humanitarian and national values. He noted that this is reflected in the culture of excellence and responsibility demonstrated by personnel working across the Hajj and Umrah system, embodying the values of Saudi society. He made the remarks while addressing the second edition of the Hajj Guidance Symposium, organized by the General Administration of Guidance and…
JEDDAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif graced the closing ceremony of the third edition of the Hajj Health and Safety Forum in Jeddah on Wednesday. The forum was organized by the General Administration of Medical Services at the Ministry of Interior. General Supervisor of the General Administration of Medical Services and the Security Forces Hospital Program Dr. Saleh Al-Mohsen said one of the key objectives of medical services during this year’s Hajj season is to strengthen cooperation among various sectors. He added that the efforts also aimed to…
Two decades ago, Art Dubai launched in a city that was still finding its cultural footing. Today, as the fair marks its 20th edition at Madinat Jumeirah, it’s hard to separate the story of Art Dubai from that of the city itself. Both have grown rapidly, onto the global stage. “We are twins in a way, Art Dubai and Dubai,” Benedetta Ghione, Executive Director of Art Dubai Group, tells Khaleej Times. It’s a comparison that holds up. What began as a relatively small annual fair is now a key fixture on the international art calendar, mirroring Dubai’s own evolution into…