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Manama, The Secretary General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, stressed Arab and international rejection of the forced displacement of the Palestinian people, condemning it morally, humanely, and legally. He called on the international community to hold an international peace conference that embodies the two-state solution, which enjoys global consensus.

In his speech at the 33rd Arab Summit held in Manama today, Aboul Gheit noted that peace in the region requires the immediate end of the Israeli occupation of Palestinian land and the establishment of a Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 borders, noting that some Western countries have provided political cover for the Israeli occupation.

The secretary general added that the region’s crises “remain unresolved, and the wounds have not healed,” highlighting that the most dangerous situation is in Sudan, which threatens the survival of the state and the lives of millions.

He also pointed out that crises in several Arab countries, especially in Yemen
and Libya, have exhausted the states and their people, who are still waiting for solutions and settlements that could restore normalcy.

Aboul Gheit reiterated that collective action is the way to achieve prosperity for all, saying that Arabs will only overcome their difficulties through solidarity and will only rise together.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met today with King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, on the sidelines of the 33rd Arab Summit being held in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

During the meeting, they reviewed the latest developments, particularly in Gaza and its surroundings, as well as the efforts exerted to achieve peace and stability.

The meeting was attended by Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of the National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, and Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Manama, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today President Bashar Al-Assad of the Syrian Arab Republic on the sidelines of the 33rd Arab Summit being held in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

During the meeting, they discussed ways of bolstering relations between the two countries and issues of common interest.

The meeting was attended by Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of the National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, and Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh, Diriyah Company Group CEO Jerry Inzerillo and Dean of London Business School Francois Ortalo-Magne have signed a memorandum of understanding regarding training, development, and research related to projects for both sides. The MoU also includes mutual visits and meetings of executives.

The MoU was signed during the two entities’ participation in the Great Future initiative, which Riyadh hosted on May 14 and 15. The initiative is part of the Saudi-British Strategic Partnership Council.

Diriyah Company’s involvement in the Great Futures initiative showcases its cultural, heritage, and tourism projects in Diriyah. This initiative highlights the significant transformation, sustainability efforts, and investment opportunities for British organizations and companies participating in the event.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh, Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Saudi Ambassador to Estonia Nesreen Hamad Alshebel and the accompanying delegation visited the e-Estonia Briefing Center, Estonia.

The purpose of the visit was to explore transportation technologies and exchange knowledge and expertise in the field. The delegation toured the centre with Auve tech’s self-driving vehicle and learned about the latest advancements in automotive technology.

Furthermore, Al-Jasser visited the BLRT Group, a leading company in ship repair and marine facilities. The delegation was introduced to the company’s products and services, and they discussed investment opportunities in the maritime transport sectors of Saudi Arabia. The importance of strengthening cooperation in this field was also highlighted.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Makkah, The Presidency for Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has boosted the ‘Honoring in Reverence of the Sacred House’ initiative to enhance the position of the Holy Kaaba in the hearts of pilgrims to the Grand Mosque, according to the presidency’s plan for the 1445 Hajj season to enrich the spiritual experience of pilgrims through religious enrichment pathways, including reverence for the Sacred House and the observance of its rules and etiquettes, in line with the presidency’s objectives and plans related to conveying the message of the Two Holy Mosques to the world during the Hajj season.

President of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais noted that the initiative aims to instil the status of the Sacred House in the hearts of pilgrims and all Muslims, fulfilling one of the aspirations of the wise leadership in establishing an independent body to manage religious affairs in the Two Holy Mosques, serving w
orshippers, pilgrims, and Umrah performers, and enriching their religious experience.

He said that the custodians of these blessed lands lead the honour of serving the Sacred House. The result has been the unity, security, prosperity, and flourishing that the Kingdom enjoys. One of the main purposes of the great Hajj is to respect the Holy Kaaba, which Allah has made a centre for religion and worldly life, as well as security and safety.

The ‘Honoring in Reverence of the Sacred House’ initiative is the largest of its kind, encompassing a package of religious enrichment pathways to exalt the Holy Kaaba and serve pilgrims during this year’s Hajj season. It utilizes communication tools and technology to achieve its desired goals worldwide, benefiting pilgrims and enriching them spiritually through various pathways of reverence, thus spreading the message and guidance of the Grand Mosque to the world.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Madinah, The first batch of pilgrims from the Federal Republic of Somalia arrived today at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, where entry procedures were processed smoothly.

The General Directorate of Passports reaffirmed its commitment to utilizing all available resources, including state-of-the-art technological devices, to streamline operations and facilitate pilgrims’ entry.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Makkah, Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid, Imam of the Grand Mosque, delivered a speech during the KAICIID Global Dialogue Forum in Lisbon, Portugal about the significance of dialogue and how it became necessary to achieve complete peace and anchor moral values in all societies and prevent hatred and extremism. He noted that Islam is a religion that is based on justice and equality between people and enables forgiveness and moderation between the people and states.

Dr. bin Humaid’s participation in the forum echoes the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ message for moderation and highlights the significance of the Grand Mosque’s Imams.

The KAICIID Global Dialogue Forum is a vital platform to promote human dignity and global solidarity by adopting dialogue as an effective mechanism to address contemporary global challenges, including peacebuilding and supporting positive societal change.

The forum was attended by 150 participants, including religious leaders, current and former heads of state, UN leaders, c
ivil society representatives, and youth delegations.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Doha, Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, today in Doha, headed the delegation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the 22nd meeting of the committee of ministers in charge of housing affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The meeting discussed several joint issues in the housing sector.

During the meeting, the ministers discussed the joint housing action plan for 2024, which included several decisions, guidelines, and frameworks related to housing, including the approval of the real estate incentive guide, which connects landowners with developers and financial entities. Attendees also approved the urban resilience assessment guide for the housing sector in the GCC countries. It also approved the economic framework for partnership with private institutions to stimulate investment in the real estate sector.

The meeting announced the launch of the sixth GCC Housing Award, titled “Smart digital applications and technologies in housing projects and p
rograms,” and increased its financial value to SAR375,000 from SAR100,000. The meeting stressed the importance of promoting the new edition of the award to expand participation among the ministries and institutions concerned with housing affairs in the GCC countries.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh, Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim met today with a U.S. Chamber of Commerce delegation led by Vice President of Middle East Affairs Steve Lutes.

The two sides discussed cooperation and topics of common interest.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Manama, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, arrived in Bahrain today to head the Kingdom’s delegation at the 33rd Arab Summit.

Upon his arrival at Sakhir Air Base Airport, HRH the Crown Prince, was welcomed by Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain.

The official delegation includes Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Energy; Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet; Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Interior; Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of the National Guard; Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, the Minister of Foreign Affairs; and Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban, the Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet, and National Security Advisor.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Riyadh, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) said in a press release issued today that it has won the 2024 Value-Based Healthcare Prize, a recognition presented by the Value-Based Health Care Centre Europe.

This accolade for KFSHRC’s pioneering Home Hemodialysis (HHD) initiative underscores its commitment to comprehensive healthcare. It is a testament to KFSHRC’s patient-centric approach, designed to address the unique needs of kidney patients with advanced medical conditions, physical disabilities, and mobility challenges. This comprehensive system of continuous and supportive care, delivered in the comfort of patients’ homes, ensures the highest standards of safety and comfort and significantly improves their quality of life, said the release.

The chairman of the Internal Medicine Department at KFSHRC in Jeddah and the leading physician for the Home Hemorrhodialysis initiative, Dr. Wael Habhab, said, “The initial outcomes of the initiative revealed a substantial reduction in emerge
ncy room visits and hospital admissions, as well as lower re-hospitalization rates.”

He also confirmed that the initiative has greatly alleviated the burden of managing medications for bone and mineral diseases associated with chronic kidney failure, alongside a decreased need for intravenous medication injections.

The award is granted to healthcare institutions that offer innovative solutions, contribute to tangible outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance patient value.

KFSHRC has been ranked first in the Kingdom and 20th globally in the world’s top 250 healthcare institutions. According to the 2024 Brand Finance rankings, it is recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East. The release said the prestigious Newsweek magazine ranked it among the world’s best hospitals.

Source: Saudi Press Agency