Princess Nourah University signs MoU with foreign universities

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University join global institutions to achieve several common goals. (Supplied)
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Updated 11 May 2022
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Princess Nourah University signs MoU with foreign universities

  • Dr. Inas bint Suleiman Al-Issa, director of the university, signed the agreements for executive programs

RIYADH: Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University concluded 11 memoranda of understanding for cooperation and executive programs with several local, and international universities and institutions, at the International Conference and Exhibition for Education held at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center.

Dr. Inas bint Suleiman Al-Issa, director of the university, signed the agreements for executive programs with the University of Dundee, the University of Glasgow, the University of Exeter, the University of Strathclyde and the University of Newcastle, in addition to signing a service contract with Swansea University for the Master of Science in Energy and Innovation program.

The executive programs aim to achieve several common goals, such as improving joint research and educational projects, cooperating in several educational, research and training fields, improving renewable energy, artificial intelligence, medical sciences, museums and exhibition studies, and establishing exchange programs for students and faculty members.


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.