Unified product standards discussed at GCC industrial committee meeting

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef. (SPA)
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Updated 02 May 2024
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Unified product standards discussed at GCC industrial committee meeting

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef headed the Kingdom’s delegation at the 52nd meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council Industrial Cooperation Committee on Wednesday in Doha, Qatar.

The meeting featured discussions related to the industrial sector and developments in establishing unified standards for Gulf products, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The committee discussed initiatives proposed by the Kingdom, including the Gulf Industrial Excellence Award, and reviewed the Arab industrial integration strategy. It also discussed ways to unify the support provided to the GCC’s industrial sector in a way that contributes to achieving economic growth and overcoming the challenges facing the sector.


Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

Updated 24 February 2026
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Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day

  • Asaad Al-Shaibani and Prince Faisal bin Farhan also discuss developments in Syria and the wider region, as well as bilateral cooperation
  • This year’s Founding Day marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State

RIYADH: Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, on Monday congratulated his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Founding Day, which this year marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State.

During their telephone conversation the ministers also discussed the latest developments in Syria and the wider region, along with ways in which they might strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Prince Faisal reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and highlighted the need for regional stability and security, the Syrian Arab News Agency said.

Founding Day, which was introduced in 2022, is celebrated each year on Feb. 22 and marks the founding of the First Saudi State in 1727.