Iraqi government delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia

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The visit comes within the framework of the Saudi-Iraqi Coordiantion Committee. (SPA)
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The visit comes within the framework of the Saudi-Iraqi Coordiantion Committee. (SPA)
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Updated 19 July 2020
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Iraqi government delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia

  • The delegation arrived at the King Khaled International Airport

RIYADH: An Iraqi delegation headed by the deputy prime minister and the oil minister arrived in Saudi Arabia on an official visit Sunday, Saudi press Agency reported.

The delegation was received at King Khaled International Airport by the Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Commerce and Investment Dr. Majid Al-Qasabi, who led the Kingdom's delegation to a Saudi-Iraqi Coordination Committee meeting in Baghdad last year.

The Iraqi delegation in Riyadh on Sunday was led by Ali Abdel Amir Allawi, the deputy prime minister.

The visit comes within the framework of the coordination committee meetings, which aim to enhance strategic communication between the two countries.


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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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.