Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met on Sunday the Chairman of the of Economic Club of New York Terry Lundgren and a number of its members, the Saudi news agency SPA reported.
The New York Economic Club is one of the most important platforms in the discussion of economic, social and political affairs and the exchange of experiences among the most important businessmen, businessmen and decision-makers in the field of trade.
During the meeting, they reviewed the economic relations between the two countries.
The meeting was attended by prominent business representatives and finance officials, economic analysts and current and former US officials to identify the most important reforms taking place in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030 and the new investment opportunities that have been made available through the recently launched mega projects such as the Neom Project.
He also stressed that the change and growth in the Kingdom is not limited to the economy only but also to strengthen the capabilities of Saudi citizens to be the main basis for the achievements of the Vision 2030.
On the trade relations between the two countries, the ministers affirmed that the US has been a strategic ally of Saudi Arabia for 80 years in trade and economic relations
The meeting was attended by the Saudi Ambassador to the US, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, and members of the Crown Prince‘s delegation.
Saudi crown prince meets Economic Club of New York head
Saudi crown prince meets Economic Club of New York head
‘Masterpieces of Saudi Orchestra’ shine at Maraya in AlUla
- The concert on its opening night presented a seamless artistic journey, where orchestral works met Saudi musical identity
- It underlined the Music Commission’s aim to present Saudi artistry at a high professional level
RIYADH: The “Masterpieces of Saudi Orchestra” concert opened at Maraya Concert Hall in AlUla on Thursday under the patronage of the Kingdom’s Minister of Culture and Chairman of the board of the Music Commission Prince Bader bin Abdullah.
Organized by the Music Commission, the concert on its opening night presented a seamless artistic journey, where orchestral works met Saudi musical identity.
The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir, conducted by Maestro Hani Farhat, led audiences through carefully curated pieces reflecting heritage and modern creativity.
The repertoire combined traditional influences with orchestral scoring, offering listeners heritage-based compositions alongside recent arrangements.
Regional rhythms and layered musical textures were used to echo the Kingdom’s history, while pieces rooted in Saudi classical music tradition connected audiences with familiar cultural references in a fresh format.
The concert underlined the Music Commission’s aim to present Saudi artistry at a high professional level.
The series seeks to honor national heritage while encouraging contemporary artistic engagement, and its growing local and international presence was highlighted throughout the evening.
The program also featured a visual dimension led by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, which staged live performances of Saudi folk arts.
Audiences saw presentations of Samri, Dahha, Rafeihi, Yanbawi, Zair and Khabeeti, synchronized with the orchestra to create one integrated artistic experience.
These folk elements were arranged to complement the orchestral sound, reinforcing the richness and variety of Saudi cultural identity. The combination of music and movement aimed to show how traditional forms can engage with large-scale concert settings while retaining their historical character and community roots.
This performance is an extension of the series of successes achieved by the Saudi Orchestra’s masterpieces both locally and internationally, and reaffirms the Music Commission’s commitment to showcasing Saudi music in its finest form.
