RAFHA: Prince Faisal bin Khalid bin Sultan, governor of the Northern Borders region, on Monday visited the historical village of Zubala, one of the important stops on the Hajj path, 25 km south of Rafha governorate.
Zubala is famous for its three ponds — Al-Shahouf, Umm Al-Assafeer and Al-Shihiyat — as well as its archaeological palace and its fort, a tourist attraction perfect for hiking in the east of the village.
Prince Faisal inspected its historical sites and was briefed by Mohammed Al-Zimam, director of the Tourism Ministry’s regional office, on the excavation project at the Zubala archaeological site.
Al-Zimam also briefed the governor on the project to fence and parcel the site, as well as the inventory of architectural units and some pottery, glass and metal utensils.
Prince Faisal inspected the outcomes produced by the excavation team, and expressed hope for new discoveries.
He stressed the need to attach enough importance to the historical village and its antiquities. He also highlighted the importance of training local participants on the most important methods of preserving the antiquities.
Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders governor inspects archaeological sites
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Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders governor inspects archaeological sites
- Prince Faisal inspected the outcomes produced by the excavation team, and expressed hope for new discoveries
Prince Sattam University to showcase innovative solutions, emerging technologies at World Defense Show
- The university’s participation is expected to enhance integration between scientific research and defense industries
RIYADH: Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University is to take part in the World Defense Show, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries, which takes place from Feb. 8-12 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.
The university’s participation in this international event marks a strategic step aimed at strengthening the role of Saudi academic institutions in the national research and development ecosystem.
The university is capable of achieving that by highlighting its applied research outputs and emerging technologies in the fields of defense and security in a way that enhances the efficiency of national industries and provides innovative, actionable solutions to address security and technological challenges.
The university will showcase at its exhibition pavilion a range of distinguished innovations developed within its premises, including artificial intelligence and robotics technologies, advanced control and monitoring systems, and intelligent surveillance systems.
The achievements reflect the university’s commitment to leveraging scientific research to serve vital national sectors, aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in developing national human capabilities and supporting the transition to a knowledge-based and innovation-driven national economy.
The university’s participation is expected to enhance integration between scientific research and defense industries, open new channels of collaboration with global and local institutions and companies, attract attention to the applied research produced by the university, and encourage researchers and students to engage in major national projects.
