Across Northern Borders Region, historic stone houses stand as enduring reminders of desert communities’ ability to adapt to a harsh environment. Built using traditional methods and local materials, these structures preserve an important chapter of the region’s history and reflect the lifestyles and pastoral traditions associated with Bedouin society. The buildings serve as architectural landmarks that highlight the relationship between people and their natural surroundings. Constructed from materials readily available in the area, they reflect generations of accumulated knowledge in utilizing environmental resources to meet daily living needs and provide stability under varying climatic conditions. The stone houses are distinguished…
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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev awarded the Dostlug (Friendship) Order to Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group President Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser in recognition of his contributions to strengthening cooperation between the IsDB Group and Azerbaijan. The Dostlug (Friendship) Order is one of Azerbaijan’s highest state honors. The award was announced during the IsDB Group Annual Meetings currently taking place in Baku. The recognition reflects the strong partnership between the IsDB Group and its member countries in supporting sustainable economic development. Source: Riyadh Daily
The CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, conducted a series of site visits to specialized medical and research centers in the United States. The visits aimed to leverage global expertise in the latest technologies and developments within advanced therapies and biotechnology. They took place on the sidelines of Dr. Aljadhey’s participation in the Drug Information Association (DIA) Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The itinerary featured visits to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the cellular and gene therapy research facilities at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Medicine. Dr. Aljadhey was briefed…
RIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to end military operations during a phone call on Friday with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. At the outset of the call, Sharif expressed his appreciation to the Crown Prince for the Kingdom’s efforts in supporting the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. The Crown Prince welcomed the agreement, noting that it was achieved through mediation efforts undertaken by Pakistan. He also expressed the Kingdom’s hope that the agreement would lead to a permanent settlement that enhances…
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh met with Bilal Recep Erdoğan, son of the President of Türkiye, during his visit to the country. During the meeting, Alalshikh highlighted the strong relations and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector continues to strengthen its regional and international presence through a range of partnerships and major events, supporting the Kingdom’s position as a leading destination for global entertainment events. Source: Riyadh Daily
Secretary-General of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) Major General Mohammed Al-Moghedi received today at the coalition’s headquarters in Riyadh Ambassador of the Republic of Benin to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Adam Bagoudou Zakari, during an official visit aimed at reviewing IMCTC’s efforts, programs, and initiatives in combating terrorism and extremism. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the coalition’s key programs and initiatives across its four domains: ideological, media, military, and counter-terrorist financing. They also discussed ways to enhance cooperation and coordination to support international efforts to combat terrorism and promote security and stability. During the visit,…
Nokia and Lenovo recently agreed another multi-year patent cross-licensing deal to maintain harmony between the two companies. The companies emphasised their commitment to licensing their respective technologies on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms. They were tighter lipped regarding the exact details of their latest agreement, though Nokia chief licensing officer Susanna Martikainen said it is an “amicable” arrangement which the company is happy to have come to. Taylor Ludlam, VP, deputy general counsel and chief IP officer at Lenovo, pointed to its meaningful contribution to technology development and emphasised the benefits of allowing other companies to access it. “Effective IP…
China’s commerce ministry is reportedly targeting broader use of AI across the country’s consumer economy. The ministry went on to unveil 17 policy measures intended to push the technology beyond industrial applications. State broadcaster CCTV reported the ministry will use the measures to embed AI into households and businesses, viewing the technology as a lever for economic stimulus. As part of the plan, it is apparently looking at a fundamental shift in how consumer electronics are designed and sold. The way devices operate is also a target, moving from functional tools towards AI-integrated systems. Advancing humanoid robotics in the home…
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) and the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), participated in the 69th session of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), held in Vienna from June 10 to 18, 2026. The Kingdom’s participation reflects its commitment to strengthening international cooperation and promoting the peaceful and sustainable use of outer space, while highlighting its efforts in the space sector and its initiatives related to the committee’s work. These efforts support the use of space technologies in communications and environmental sustainability. The session reviewed several…
ROME — Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni sharply rebuked her one-time close ally Donald Trump on Friday after he claimed she had “begged” him for a photograph during the recent G7 summit, calling his remarks “completely made-up.” Underscoring how much Trump’s comments have angered Meloni’s government, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced he was cancelling a planned visit to the US next week. Meloni also chided Trump for acting with far greater deference to the enemies of the West than he does toward old, established allies. The latest exchange marks a sharp deterioration in ties, coming just days after signs…