JEDDAH: Coronavirus vaccination centers in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province are witnessing a “great turnout” of Saudis and expats who have registered to receive the vaccine, the Saudi Ministry of Health said on Tuesday.
The centers are fully equipped and supported by medical and technical personnel. Other vaccination centers will soon be launched in all regions of the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday reported eight new virus-related deaths. The death toll now stands at 6,204.
There were 149 new cases reported in the Kingdom, meaning 362,488 people have now contracted the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). There are 2,772 active cases, 401 of which are in critical condition.
According to the Health Ministry, 46 of the newly recorded cases were in Riyadh, 31 in Makkah and 10 in Madinah.
In addition, 159 more patients have recovered from coronavirus, bringing the total number of recoveries in the Kingdom to 353,512.
Saudi Arabia has so far conducted 10,937,706 PCR tests, with 34,677 carried out in the past 24 hours.
Saudi health clinics set up by the ministry as testing hubs or treatment centers have helped hundreds of thousands of people across the Kingdom since the outbreak of the pandemic.
Among those testing hubs are Taakad (make sure) centers and Tetamman (rest assured) clinics.
Taakad centers provide COVID-19 testing for those who show no or mild symptoms or believe they have come into contact with an infected individual, while Tettamman clinics offer treatment and advice to those with virus symptoms, such as fever, loss of taste and smell, and breathing difficulties.
Appointments to either service can be made through the health ministry’s Sehaty app.
Meanwhile, Asir’s specialized regional laboratory for biomolecule examination has tested 270,000 samples of coronavirus in Asir, Bisha, Najran, Jazan and Qunfudhah.
Saudi vaccination centers witness ‘great turnout’
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Saudi vaccination centers witness ‘great turnout’
- 159 more patients recover from coronavirus disease in KSA
Makkah expo strengthens regional trade ties
MAKKAH: The Arab and Global Expo, which is organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, features a Saudi pavilion that has drawn strong interest from visitors due to the diversity of its displays and the quality of the national products showcased.
This year’s pavilion highlights the rapid development of the Kingdom’s industrial and production sectors and their growing competitiveness at regional and global levels, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The pavilion presents products from several national companies and entrepreneurs, including food items, technological solutions, handicrafts, and heritage industries, along with innovative projects by young Saudis seeking wider markets.
The pavilion has received widespread praise from Arab and international delegations. They have commended the organization, quality, and diversity of products, viewing Saudi efforts to support the local economy and empower the private sector as providing an inspiring regional model.
The Iranian pavilion at the expo also showcases a wide range of Iranian industries across various sectors, and has attracted large numbers of visitors interested in international products.
It features numerous items — including food products, spices, sweets, nuts, textiles, leather goods, handicrafts, and handmade items — which represent Iranian heritage.
The Iranian pavilion’s participation aims to strengthen trade relations with the Saudi and Gulf markets and open new channels for economic cooperation, the SPA reported.
Industries from the Syrian Arab Republic have also made a notable appearance at the expo. The Syrian pavilion has drawn visitors by showcasing various industries, including food products, handicrafts, textiles, and other Syrian goods.
Exhibitors have noted that their participation is a key step in revitalizing Syrian exports and expanding trade partnerships across Gulf and Arab markets to connect with potential importers and distributors.
The expo, which runs until Dec. 12 and brings together dozens of participants from Arab and international countries, aims to enhance commercial integration among nations and open new channels of cooperation.
It also provides a platform for showcasing innovative products and projects, enabling entrepreneurs to build sustainable partnerships and access new marketing opportunities.
