Somalia pledge support for Saudi Expo 2030 bid

Somalia’s president Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud has pledged his support for Saudi’s Expo 2030 bid. (SPA)
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Updated 04 August 2023
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Somalia pledge support for Saudi Expo 2030 bid

  • Riyadh’s bid to host the event faces competition from South Korea, Italy, and Ukraine

MOGADISHU: Somalia’s president Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud has pledged his support for Saudi’s Expo 2030 bid, state news agency SPA reported on Friday.

Riyadh’s bid to host the event faces competition from South Korea, Italy, and Ukraine. 

The World Expo provides countries with the opportunity to share their innovations, cultures and ideas.

Since 1851 the world expos have offered a large platform to showcase the latest achievements and technologies and celebrate the cultural values that unite humanity.

Sheikh Mahmoud also expressed his country's support for Saudi Arabia’s hosting of “the first Saudi-African summit,” and the fifth “Arab-African summit” this year.

King Salman sent a verbal message to the Somali president and encouraged joint cooperation between the two countries. 

His message was conveyed by the Somali royal court advisor during a reception held by the president.


Q3 sees 370,000 private inspections 

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Q3 sees 370,000 private inspections 

RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development conducted more than 370,000 inspections of private sector establishments in the third quarter of 2025.

The inspections were aimed at regulating the labor market, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and implementing Saudization policies, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance operational efficiency.

During these inspections, 52,000 warnings were issued for non-serious violations, while legal action was taken on 116,868 serious violations, including issues related to workers’ rights, Saudization requirements, and occupational safety and health compliance.

Over 60,000 establishments completed the self-assessment service to evaluate their compliance and take corrective measures. Additionally, 3,497 establishments were certified for their integration of persons with disabilities.

The ministry employs integrated tools to monitor compliance, emphasizing the importance of inspections in its operational framework.