RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has expressed its support for the Sudanese people and the measures taken by the transitional military council following a statement issued on Saturday by its leader.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the Kingdom said it backed the steps announced by the transitional council in preserving the lives and property of the Sudanese population and hoped that this could be achieved will achieved.
Saudi Arabia calls on the “brotherly Sudanese people” to give priority to the national interest to achieve their aspirations and hopes for development and prosperity.
Also on Saturday, King Salman issued directives to the concerned authorities in the Kingdom to provide a package of humanitarian aid, including petroleum products, wheat and medicines to the Sudanese people.
Saudi Arabia supports peaceful transition in Sudan, King Salman announces aid package
Saudi Arabia supports peaceful transition in Sudan, King Salman announces aid package
- Saudi Arabia called on the “brotherly Sudanese people” to give priority to the national interest
- King Salman issued directives to the concerned authorities in the Kingdom to provide a package of humanitarian aid
Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula
- Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
- Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately
RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.
The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.
It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.
Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.
