WASHINGTON D.C.— Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan is leading Saudi Arabia’s delegation participating in the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG), scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C., from Monday April 13 to Saturday, April 18. The Saudi delegation will also include Governor of the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) Ayman Al-Sayari; Assistant Minister of Finance for Macro-Fiscal Policies and International Relations Eng. Abdullah BinZaraah; Deputy Chair of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) Dr. Ryadh Alkhareif; SAMA’s Deputy Governor for Investment Majed Alawad; Deputy Minister of Finance for International Relation…
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RIYADH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed that the Hajj visa is the only officially approved visa for performing Hajj for pilgrims coming from outside Saudi Arabia. The ministry clarified that Hajj is not permitted for holders of any types of visit visa, transit visa, Umrah visa, or tourist visa. It also stated that Hajj permits for pilgrims residing within the Kingdom, including citizens and residents, are issued through the Nusuk application after completing the booking process. The ministry emphasized that official reservations are made exclusively through approved official channels. It warned against dealing with unofficial channels for…
Mohammad Abulhouf, Vice President & GM, Middle East & Africa, Nutanix. Dubai — Nutanix, a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced new capabilities to the Nutanix Cloud Platform (NCP) solution designed to help organisations operate reliably as AI workloads expand, cloud environments grow more complex, and hardware supply constraints drive the need for more flexible infrastructure platforms. As organisations modernise their infrastructure, many are reassessing longstanding virtualisation platforms to ensure they can deliver the flexibility, performance, and cost predictability required for virtual machines, containers, and AI workloads. “As organisations across MEA rethink their infrastructure strategies in the face of…
In the heart of Uyun Al-Jiwa Governorate, King Fahd Grand Mosque stands out as one of the distinguished religious and architectural landmarks in Qassim Region, combining spirituality and the beauty of engineering design to serve as a center for residents of the governorate and its visitors, reflecting the authenticity and spirituality of Islamic architecture. The mosque is estimated to be about 8,000 square meters within an integrated complex spanning 35,000 square meters. It features a design inspired by the Prophet’s Mosque, evident in its arches, grand domes, and intricate details. It includes two minarets rising 80 meters high and a modern…
TEHRAN — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday that Tehran is ready to reach a “balanced and fair agreement” to ensure lasting peace and security, following talks with the United States that ended without a deal. Pezeshkian made the remarks during a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Tasnim News Agency, as both leaders reviewed regional developments after negotiations in Islamabad. The talks between Iranian and US delegations, mediated by Pakistan, concluded after around 21 hours early Sunday without a breakthrough. The Iranian president said “double standards” by the United States remain the main obstacle to an…
JEDDAH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman have sent cables of congratulations to President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh on the occasion of his re-election for a new presidential term. In his cable, King Salman expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for success to the president, and for further progress and prosperity for the people of Djibouti. The King also praised the distinguished fraternal relations between the two countries and their peoples and emphasized the shared commitment to further strengthening and developing them across all fields. In…
Abu Dhabi —The UAE’s National Experts Program– AI track (NEP-AI) has shortlisted 135 finalists from more than 1,000 applicants, as the country accelerates efforts to build a national base of artificial intelligence expertise across priority sectors. A final group of 25 participants will be selected from these finalists to join the inaugural NEP-AI cohort. The finalists of this first NEP-AI track represent all seven emirates, signaling broad national engagement in the program. Abu Dhabi (80) and Dubai (21) account for the majority, followed by Sharjah (14), Ras Al Khaimah (9), Ajman (6), Umm Al Quwain (3), and Fujairah (2). The finalist pool is the most diverse in the program’s history, bringing together professionals from government, industry, and…
Many pilgrims are eager to purchase gifts and souvenirs from Makkah, turning these keepsakes into symbols of affection and blessing that they carry from the holiest city to their families and friends around the world. A steady stream of visitors searches the markets surrounding the Grand Mosque for meaningful mementos, ranging from copies of the Holy Quran and prayer rugs to prayer beads, perfumes, and photographs of its landmarks, alongside traditional items reflecting Makkah’s cultural identity and heritage. These markets reflect Makkah’s economic vitality and vibrant commercial life as the city welcomes millions of visitors each year. This activity is closely integrated…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with Chief of Staff to the President of South Korea and Presidential Special Envoy Kang Hoon-sik in Riyadh on Sunday. During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments in the region and their repercussions for the regional security and the global economy. They also reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two friendly countries. Source: Saudi Gazette
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned on Sunday the Iraqi Ambassador to the Kingdom Safia Taleb Ali Al-Suhail to convey its strong response against the continued blatant attacks and threats targeting Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states through drones launched from Iraqi territory. Ambassador Saud Al-Sati, undersecretary for political affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, handed the protest note to the Iraqi ambassador during their meeting in Riyadh. “During the delivery of a protest note, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs stressed the Kingdom’s condemnation and denunciation of the attacks originating…