Saudi ministry launches iftar program in Benin

The programs target nearly 1,000 fasting people, and distribute about 7 tons of dates. (SPA)
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Updated 26 April 2022
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Saudi ministry launches iftar program in Benin

  • The programs target nearly 1,000 fasting people, and distribute about 7 tons of dates

RIYADH: The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, represented by the religious attaché at the Saudi Embassy in Nigeria, has begun implementing the program for iftar in the Republic of Benin. The Ramadan food baskets targeted 24,000 beneficiaries.
Meanwhile, the ministry, through the Saudi Embassy in Uganda, launched two programs to distribute dates and help people break their fast. The event was held under the supervision of the Kingdom’s Ambassador to Uganda Jamal bin Mohammed Al-Madani and in the presence of a number of Ugandan Islamic figures. The programs target nearly 1,000 fasting people, and distribute about 7 tons of dates, in addition to a number of integrated food baskets that cover all the families’ food requirements.


Prince Sattam University to showcase innovative solutions, emerging technologies at World Defense Show

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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.