RIYADH: Muhamed Jusic, ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to Saudi Arabia, recently called on the president of the Islamic University of Madinah, Prince Dr. Mamdouh bin Saud bin Thunayan.
During the meeting, they discussed a number of issues of common interest, especially those related to educational development.
The ambassador also toured the central library, the sports city, and the deanship of e-learning and distance education during his visit to the university.
The prince presented an overview of the university, its various scientific and research tracks, its global mission to serve the Islamic religion and society, as well as what the university offers to international students.
Earlier, Jusic met the Saudi-Bosnian Parliamentary Friendship Committee of the Shoura Council, where the two sides stressed the importance of supporting aspects of cooperation and strengthening joint work between the Shoura Council and the Bosnian parliament, commending Saudi-Bosnian relations and bilateral cooperation in all fields.
In March, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a meeting with his Bosnia and Herzegovinian counterpart Bisera Turkovic in Riyadh, during which they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them in a way that serves their common interests.
The two countries share cordial relations, and the King Fahd Cultural Center in Sarajevo is an important link between them. The center plays a key role in building cultural relations, and serves Bosnian society by organizing educational and sports activities.
The center consists of a mosque, sports and educational centers, and a market. The educational center offers free education, while the mosque is currently Bosnia’s biggest, with a capacity of 1,500 people.
The center is one of the largest and most important support projects provided by the Kingdom to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
DiplomaticQuarter: Bosnia and Herzegovina envoy meets Madinah university president
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DiplomaticQuarter: Bosnia and Herzegovina envoy meets Madinah university president
- The two countries share cordial relations, and the King Fahd Cultural Center in Sarajevo is an important link between them
- The center consists of a mosque, sports and educational centers, and a market
Klija Festival in Buraidah empowers small businesses
- Half a million attend 15-day celebration of heritage; event creates 1,500 seasonal jobs
RIYADH: The 17th Klija Festival in Buraidah drew more than half a million visitors during its 15-day run, celebrating the region’s heritage and entrepreneurial spirit.
Organized by the Qassim Chamber of Commerce, the event highlighted small businesses, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase local products.
More than 340 sales outlets, marketing corners and points of sale welcomed attendees, while the festival provided 1,500 seasonal job opportunities, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The small business pavilions featured families in the cottage industry, artisans and startups presenting traditional foods, and handicrafts and heritage items that reflect the region’s identity.
Participants said that the festival was a key marketing platform, boosting sales, increasing brand awareness, facilitating knowledge exchange and fostering connections with organizations supporting SMEs.
Mohammed Al-Hanaya, Qassim Chamber secretary-general and festival supervisor, said that the event brought together families, artisans, SMEs, companies and institutions, stimulating commercial activity, opening direct marketing channels and enhancing economic returns.
He added that the festival provided seasonal jobs for more than 1,500 young men and women across operations, marketing and services, supporting the labor market, empowering national talent, and connecting youth to the events and creative economy.
Klija, a traditional cookie made from wheat flour, dates or sugar, date syrup and natural ingredients such as cardamom and lemon, is a rich source of energy, carbohydrates, dietary fiber and natural proteins.
A cultural icon rooted in Qassim’s traditions, the cookie has gained international exposure through the festival, expanding the availability of packaged products.
Starting next year, the festival will be renamed the International Klija Festival, a rebranding approved by Qassim Gov. Prince Faisal bin Mishaal, who described it as a “successful model for turning local initiatives into global economic engines.”
This year’s festival, held at the King Khalid Cultural Center, included international participants from Egypt, Turkiye and Morocco, marking its evolution into a cross-cultural platform.
