Saudi Arabia to host conference on role of universities in promoting peaceful coexistence

Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh will host an international conference next month under the patronage of King Salman. (X: @IMSIU_EDU_EN)
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Updated 28 March 2024
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Saudi Arabia to host conference on role of universities in promoting peaceful coexistence

  • The event will take place at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University on April 28 and 29

RIYADH: Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh will host an international conference next month titled “The Role of Universities in Promoting the Values of National Belonging and Peaceful Coexistence.” It will take place on April 28 and 29 under the patronage of King Salman.

Ahmed bin Salem Al-Ameri, the president of the university, thanked the king for his support and said the aim of the event is to “highlight the experiences of universities in promoting these lofty values, and to demonstrate the importance of correct doctrine and the approach of moderation,” the Saudi Press agency reported on Wednesday.

The participants will include leaders, dignitaries, scholars and intellectuals from the Kingdom and other countries, he added, who will share their specialist legal, scientific and social expertise during lectures, discussion sessions and workshops.


Riyadh municipality launches digital platform for urban plans

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Riyadh municipality launches digital platform for urban plans

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh municipality has launched a unified digital platform to streamline the approval of all urban plans, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.

The platform enables applicants in the real estate industry to submit and track requests through review and final authorization. It also provides guidelines for the design and development of plans.

The platform records the review and approval process across relevant committees and authorities, improving the user experience and enhancing the quality of planning, the SPA reported.