RIYADH: King Salman has issued a royal order to adopt electronic means, including text messages sent by mobile phone, email or a registered account in any of the government’s automated systems, in judiciary notifications.
Walid Al-Samaani, justice minister and president of the Supreme Council of Magistrates, said the order aimed to speed up the completion of cases and achieve the legal guarantees of the parties to cases. It would have a positive effect on judiciary rulings, he said.
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Email and SMS qualify as judiciary notifications in Saudi Arabia
Email and SMS qualify as judiciary notifications in Saudi Arabia
Madinah governor launches project highlighting Prophet’s Hijrah legacy
MADINAH: Madinah Gov. Prince Salman bin Sultan inaugurated the Ala Khutah (In His Footsteps) project, which allows visitors to trace the Hijrah (Prophet Muhammad’s migration) route within an organized framework.
The project highlights the historical significance of the event, promotes awareness of the Prophet’s biography, and supports sustainable cultural and economic development along the route, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.
Prince Salman emphasized that the project reflects the Kingdom’s leadership in serving the holy sites and enhancing the experience of visitors and pilgrims.
He noted that it integrates faith, knowledge, and development, showcasing Islam’s values of justice, mercy, tolerance, and coexistence, thereby reinforcing the Kingdom’s role as the heart of the Islamic world.
Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Kingdom’s General Entertainment Authority, said that the project’s first phase aims to welcome 1 million visitors, targeting 5 million by 2030, with potential expansion to 10 million.
The project aligns with Vision 2030, strengthening the care of historical sites and enriching visitors’ cultural and spiritual experiences in Madinah and beyond.
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