Forum to review Japan’s efforts in Saudi water sector
Among the topics it will discuss water desalination, distribution, investment, and policies and legislation
Updated 16 March 2019
SPA
RIYADH: The Saudi Water Forum (SWF), taking place March 17-19, will hold a workshop on Japan’s contributions to the Saudi water sector as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 reform plan.
The SWF is organized by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and will take place in Riyadh.
The workshop is part of a series of meetings aimed at promoting sustainable development of the water sector, exchanging expertise, attracting investments, and increasing localization of water technologies.
The forum will be held under the patronage of the minister of environment, water and agriculture, Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli.
Among the topics it will discuss water desalination, distribution, investment, and policies and legislation. SPA Riyadh
Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport reaches record 50 million passengers in 2025
New milestone marks the highest number ever recorded by a Saudi airport
Lucky 50-millionth passenger was a French national arriving from Paris on a Saudia flight
Updated 15 December 2025
Arab News
JEDDAH: King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah recorded a new historic milestone on Sunday with the arrival of the 50-millionth passenger for year 2025.
The 50 million milestone marks the highest number ever recorded by a Saudi airport since the launch of civil aviation in the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
It also placed KAIA among the world’s mega airports in terms of passenger numbers. The figure represents a 1.83 percent growth from 49.1 million passenger arrival recorded in 2024.
“This achievement reflects the qualitative transformation at KAIA and its growing status as a regional hub and national gateway connecting the Kingdom to the world,” the report said.
The lucky 50-millionth passenger was a French national arriving from Paris on a Saudia flight to participate in a sports tournament hosted in Jeddah. (SPA)
It also underscores the airport’s vital role in enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a global tourist destination and a gateway to the Two Holy Mosques by facilitating the movement of visitors, Umrah performers, and pilgrims.
KAIA serves as a gateway to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah by facilitating the movement of visitors, Umrah performers, and pilgrims.
The lucky 50-millionth passenger was a French national arriving from Paris on a Saudia flight to participate in a sports tournament hosted in Jeddah.
She was welcomed by JEDCO’s leadership, who greeted her and presented a commemorative gift to mark the occasion.
JEDCO Chief Executive Officer Mazen Johar said that reaching 50 million passengers reflects the airport’s high operational readiness and marks a pivotal milestone in preparations to double this figure in the coming years.
