JEDDAH: The General Authority for Culture is organizing a cultural event titled “Naghmet Watan” at Dar Al-Hekma University in Jeddah on Dec. 20.
It is a traditional Saudi music event that aims to explore the evolution of Saudi folklore and the various facets of the Kingdom’s civilization and its rich culture.
One of the main highlights of the event is the screening of a documentary on the Kingdom’s culture through different generations. The documentary will be shown on an old television screen.
A number of activities have been planned including folk shows. Various events will showcase the step-by-step progress the Kingdom has made in various sectors since its establishment.
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Cultural event to explore Saudi heritage, civilization
Cultural event to explore Saudi heritage, civilization
- Various events will showcase the step-by-step progress the Kingdom has made in various sectors since its establishment
Eritrean president tours Saudi port operations in Jeddah
- Afwerki received a presentation on the Red Sea Gateway Terminal, a national company specializing in maritime transport and logistics
JEDDAH: Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki visited Jeddah Islamic Port on Saturday, where he was welcomed by Saudi Ports Authority President Suliman Al-Mazroua.
During the visit, Afwerki received a presentation on the Red Sea Gateway Terminal, a national company specializing in maritime transport and logistics, highlighting its key operations and advanced technological systems.
He toured the company’s facilities and was briefed on the latest technologies and efficiency measures that enhance capacity and competitiveness of Saudi ports, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The visit reinforces the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening regional and international cooperation in maritime transport and logistics, supporting its ports as strategic hubs for global trade in line with Vision 2030.
Later on Saturday, the Eritrean president departed Jeddah. He was seen off at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Makkah Deputy Gov. Prince Saud bin Mishaal and other senior officials.
On Wednesday, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met Afwerki in Riyadh. They reviewed bilateral relations, prospects for cooperation across various fields, and other issues of mutual interest.
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