RIYADH: Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met with his British counterpart Grant Shapps on Sunday on the sidelines of the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Press Agency reported.
The meeting focused on the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the UK. The two officials discussed cooperation in the defense sector and reviewed all the opportunities highlighted at the show.
Prince Salman and Shapps also reviewed the latest regional and international developments as well as other issues of mutual interests.
Saudi, UK defense ministers discuss cooperation at WDS 2024 in Riyadh
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Saudi, UK defense ministers discuss cooperation at WDS 2024 in Riyadh
- Meeting focused on the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the UK
Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace
- The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship
RIYADH: Exhibits on display at the King Abdulaziz Palace in the historic village of Laynah highlight rich aspects of human history and environmental change in the Arabian Peninsula as part of a series of palace activation events organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority during the Darb Zubaida Winter Season.
The exhibits feature rare historical artifacts carrying cultural and scientific significance that document different lifestyles and environmental shifts in the region over the centuries.
Among the most notable pieces is a traditional rifle crafted from natural wood and fitted with a handwoven leather strap, historically used for hunting and protection.
The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship.
The authority stated that the palace welcomes visitors daily until Feb. 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., as part of unified tourism programs aimed at organizing visitor flow and providing opportunities to explore historical sites in a safe and engaging environment.










