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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians. (AN Photo/Huda Bashatah)
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Updated 05 January 2020
Rawan Radwan
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Dakar Village’s third day concludes with mega show

  • Locals and tourists alike flocked to catch glimpses of the drivers and their cars
  • Staged in the Middle East, it is the first time that the Dakar Rally has been staged outside of the African and South American continents.
Updated 05 January 2020
Rawan Radwan

JEDDAH: Dakar Village ended its third night with an impressive show of the participating vehicles on the podium, and an expansive light show accompanied by acrobatic performers and musicians.
Staged atop large containers, set to the side of the podium, performers danced to Spanish salsa, with a live band performing in the background. Local DJs also entertained fans with popular tracks such as Swedish artist Avicci’s “wake me up” and many more.


Locals and tourists alike flocked to catch glimpses of the drivers and their cars at Dakar Village’s Parc Ferme, and many also had opportunities to take pictures with their favorite drivers and hear more about the vehicles.
Motorcar enthusiasts and fans were excited to also watch motorbike stunt shows by Saudi locals, as children waved and shouted with delight at the passing bikes.

Drivers and teams on the podium expressed their excitement at being in the Kingdom for the first time, with many remarking on the warm welcome they had received, and their enthusiasm for exploring new territory.
The chairman of the General Sports Authority, Prince Abdul Aziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, welcomed the drivers on the podium, including iconic Saudi rally driver Yazeed Al-Rajhi and more.

Staged in the Middle East, it is the first time that the Dakar Rally has been staged outside of the African and South American continents. In total, 550 competitors from 62 countries competing in cars, side-by-side vehicles, motorbikes, quads and trucks will set off from Jeddah on Sunday to cover over 7,500 kilometers in 12 days across the Saudi desert.

Topics: Saudi Arabia Dakar Rally Dakar Dakar Rally 2020 Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2020 Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia Dakar Saudi Arabia 2020 Jeddah

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RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan on Tuesday received a phone call from his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov.

The Saudi Press Agency said both ministers discussed bilateral ties and issues of common interest.

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RIYADH: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has launched the Ajeer Al-Hajj service for this year’s Hajj season.

The initiative allows businesses to engage a temporary workforce through seasonal contracts during the Hajj period.

The ministry is encouraging Saudis and expatriate residents interested in working at the holy sites during the Hajj season to upload their CVs on the Ajeer portal, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

This integrated platform connects job seekers with available positions, facilitating workforce management and streamlining processes for both businesses and workers during the Hajj season.

The launch of Ajeer Al-Hajj aligns with the ministry’s broader strategy to enhance services for pilgrims and improve their experience during this sacred period.

Establishments are now required to issue Hajj permits for individuals employed on a seasonal basis, with strict penalties for non-compliance, the SPA reported.

This service enables businesses to issue work permits and recruit temporary staff, as well as advertise job vacancies specifically designed for the Hajj season. Job seekers can access these opportunities and apply directly through the platform.

The key goals of Ajeer Al-Hajj are to foster workforce flexibility, boost market efficiency, and reduce reliance on external recruitment sources, according to the SPA.

The service is accessible online in a streamlined manner for businesses and individuals through the following website: https://www.ajeer.com.sa.

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RIYADH: King Khalid International Airport has announced the inauguration of a new air route that will connect Riyadh to the Chinese capital, Beijing.

The route will be serviced by three weekly flights operated by Air China, starting May 6, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The airport, managed and operated by Riyadh Airports Company, said the new route reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing direct air connectivity between the Kingdom and China.

The initiative is intended to allow more Chinese tourists to visit the Kingdom, explore additional tourist destinations and discover existing investment opportunities, the RAC said.

The company also said that the collaboration with Air China is a result of a series of pioneering achievements by RAC, including obtaining the “Welcome Chinese” certification for King Khalid International Airport last July. The certification enhances the prospects of success in cooperation between the two parties, the company said.

The RAC said that the launch of the new route will contribute to achieving the targets of the National Civil Aviation Strategy, which aims to increase air connectivity to more than 250 destinations and 29 airports.

The strategy includes developing airport infrastructure and establishing regulatory frameworks for operational processes at international and local level.

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has thwarted an attempt to smuggle into the Kingdom 27.6 kg of cocaine found hidden inside the air conditioner of a shipment of potatoes.

Authorities at Jeddah Islamic Port arrested two individuals who were set to receive the shipment.

In a statement ZATCA said it is “committed to stiffening customs control of the Kingdom’s imports and exports, stressing that it will stay vigilant to thwart smuggling attempts and ensure the protection of the society.”

Members of the public are encouraged to report any drug-related crimes by calling 1910, via e-mail [email protected], or through the international number 00966114208417.

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Saudi ministries sign deal to achieve goals in fields of culture, human resources

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Saudi ministries sign deal to achieve goals in fields of culture, human resources

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, and the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi signed a cooperation agreement on Monday aimed at achieving their respective goals.

The agreement will also work to develop human capital in the culture and arts sectors.

It is hoped the partnership will lead to the development of local cultural identity; the growth in local economic interaction; an increase in job opportunities and social development; and the creation of a legislative and regulatory environment that encourages investment and innovation in the cultural sector.

It is expected this will lead to increased economic activity and new job opportunities, targets which form part of Saudi Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The ministries will study ways to encourage and motivate the participation of the private sector in developing the culture and arts sectors as part of the agreement.

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