Stories from Saudi Arabia

The Red Sea authority has granted three licenses to yachting enterprises. This move is intended to develop maritime and nautical activities in the region. The announcement was made during a broadcast regarding tourism development. The development is part of ongoing efforts to expand tourism and maritime services. The move aims to develop the regulatory environment while maintaining environmental protection standards. The authority stated the step embodies a commitment to continuous development of the sector.

A Slovakian man with Turkish roots, Adakar, is facing trial in Wiener Neustadt for his involvement in a March 2024 attack. An Austrian man with Turkish roots, Hassan E, is currently in custody in Saudi Arabia for executing an attack plan at the Holy Mosque in Mecca. During the March 2024 incident, the suspect used a knife to attack a security guard and injured four other people.

Al Hilal enters a match against Damac at King Salman Stadium in Riyadh seeking three points to continue chasing league leader Al Nassr. Damac currently holds eighth place with 30 points and aims for at least a positive result to avoid relegation zones. Al Hazm sits in ninth place with 37 points. Al Hilal seeks to maintain its competitive position against leader Al Nassr following a recent victory over Al Riyadh. The match follows Al Hilal's recent exit from the Asian Champions League. A press conference was held regarding the team's status.

A consultative Gulf summit is scheduled to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to discuss regional tensions and developments. The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council stated that treacherous Iranian attacks have led to the current situation. The meeting is attended by Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan. The meeting focused on coordinating responses to the situation involving the Lebanese army and Israeli military activities. The summit addressed the implications of current regional volatility. The statement asserts that any attack on a member state is considered a direct attack on all Gulf states. The session focused on analyzing the impact of current geopolitical shifts on the region. Representatives of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for a summit involving heads of state and delegation leaders.

The Saudi Capital Market Authority has invited stakeholders to submit opinions and observations regarding a project to develop merger and acquisition processes in the local market. The proposal involves amending and introducing several regulatory rules within the merger and acquisition regulations. The consultation period will last 45 days.

Gulf Cooperation Council leaders arrived in Jeddah for a consultative summit to discuss regional developments amid rising tensions. The spokesperson noted that the security of energy and food supplies cannot tolerate uncalculated risks. The summit included heads of state and representatives from Gulf Cooperation Council member nations. Discussions focused on regional and international developments and the coordination of efforts regarding these issues. The Saudi Press Agency reported the proceedings. The GCC Consultative Summit has concluded in Jeddah, according to Al Jazeera Arabic. Efforts were discussed regarding the coordination of regional responses to these matters. The summit is being held in Jeddah, which serves as the seat of the Saudi summer government. The summit occurred during a sensitive period involving the Iran-US conflict.

During the previous Hajj season, the app recorded approximately 3 million entries. The multi-language platform provides more than 100 services to facilitate Hajj pilgrimage. It is also used to send awareness messages to pilgrims. During the last Hajj period, the application recorded approximately 3 million logins. The Nusuk application has reached over 51 million users, according to SBA Radio Riyadh. The Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Hajj and Umrah are providing enriched services to pilgrims, including multilingual guidance and instructional content. These services aim to enhance the religious experience for pilgrims upon arrival in Medina. The initiative is designed to reflect the sanctity of the city.

Leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) held an extraordinary consultative meeting to discuss regional developments. The meeting follows news regarding the impact of UAE's decision to leave OPEC Plus on the global economy. OPEC currently accounts for 36% of global oil production and controls nearly 80% of the world's proven reserves. The meeting aims to discuss Iranian attacks and align the bloc's response amid fragile negotiations. Saudi Arabia's public investment fund may pull support for the live golf series in the future. The potential move follows the country's five-year expenditure plan outlined last week, which contained no mention of sports. Sources indicate this shift could adversely affect spectator numbers. The plan includes considerations for water reuse systems in various countries.

A new airport to be inaugurated in the eastern part of a new city is expected to receive 12 million domestic and international visitors annually through 2034. Visitors can reach Dilzan city in less than 30 minutes from the airport using high-speed trains and electric vehicles. The city will feature an extensive bus network connecting all areas. The project includes the integration of electric vehicles and high-speed rail infrastructure.

The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has nominated nine projects and initiatives for the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize. Leading the nominations is a project to provide accreditation for AI service providers and an AI ethics label. The initiative aims to encourage entities to adopt ethical AI standards. The announcement was made in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.