Saudi Shoura Council speaker meets Turkiye’s Grand National Assembly chief

During the meeting, several issues of common interest between the two countries were discussed. (SPA)
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Updated 27 December 2022
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Saudi Shoura Council speaker meets Turkiye’s Grand National Assembly chief

Saudi Shoura Council Speaker Sheikh Abdullah Al-Asheikh held a bilateral meeting with the speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Turkiye, Mustafa Sentop, in Ankara on Tuesday.

During the meeting, several issues of common interest between the two countries were discussed, with the aim of promoting common ambitions, namely in terms of parliamentary cooperation between the council and assembly.

After the meeting, the Saudi speaker held official talks with the Turkish speaker in the presence of members from the council and assembly.

Sentop referred to strong historical and cultural relations between Turkiye and the Kingdom. He also stressed the importance of the Saudi speaker’s visit, saying that it contributes to the advancement of bilateral relations.

“The relations between the Kingdom and Turkiye, as well as their mutual coordination, is of benefit for the world in general and the region in particular,” he added.

“Our country supports Riyadh’s hosting of World Expo 2030, as we are aware of the efforts exerted by the Kingdom to save the environment. We are also aware of the giant projects listed under the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, as well as the qualitative leap taken by its leaders.

“We wish the Kingdom permanent success in terms of managing the Two Holy Mosques affairs, and we congratulate it for the success in serving pilgrims coming from all around the world.”

During the session, Al-Asheikh praised the great support provided by leaders of both countries, pointing to the importance of joint bilateral cooperation between the Kingdom and Turkiye that enhances ties, achieves common interests and fulfills the aspirations of people in both countries.

“Maintaining continuous communication and holding parliamentary meetings regularly between the council and the assembly is of great importance. We also need to enhance the mutual coordination between both entities in various international and regional forums, as such coordination significantly supports the relations between both countries to reach higher levels of communications,” he said.
 


Program to train experts in forest rehabilitation

Updated 14 January 2026
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Program to train experts in forest rehabilitation

  • Forest Ambassadors program is one of several specialized training initiatives designed to equip forestry personnel, relevant authorities, and university students
  • Program focuses on providing trainees with advanced scientific knowledge and skills in fieldwork, data management, and technical report writing

RIYADH: The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification continues to strengthen national capabilities to implement environmental initiatives requiring advanced technical skills and scientific expertise in assessing and rehabilitating vegetation resources.

The Forest Ambassadors program is one of several specialized training initiatives designed to equip forestry personnel, relevant authorities, and university students with the knowledge and skills to conduct vegetation inventories, assessments, and prepare technical plans for rehabilitating degraded forest areas.

The program offers a mix of theoretical and practical training, including presentations, educational modules, group discussions, and case studies, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

These components enable participants to conduct vegetation inventories and assessments, identify degradation, determine rehabilitation needs, and develop technical forest management plans.

The program focuses on providing trainees with advanced scientific knowledge and skills in fieldwork, data management, and technical report writing, the SPA reported.

It serves as a model for building highly qualified national cadres capable of applying best scientific practices in forest management and rehabilitation, contributing to the protection of natural resources, advancing the Saudi Green Initiative, and supporting the long-term sustainability of the Kingdom’s vegetation cover.