Saudi Arabia showcases geospatial innovation at Ghana forum

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With more than 1,500 participants from 80 countries, the conference facilitates international collaborations. (SPA)
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With more than 1,500 participants from 80 countries, the conference facilitates international collaborations. (SPA)
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Updated 22 May 2024
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Saudi Arabia showcases geospatial innovation at Ghana forum

  • The conference highlights the significance of investing in technologies, artificial intelligence, and innovation in surveying and geospatial activities

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information is participating in the annual Conference of the International Federation of Surveyors in Accra, Ghana, from May 19-24.

The conference highlights the significance of investing in technologies, artificial intelligence, and innovation in surveying and geospatial activities, aiming for a flexible environment and sustainable management of natural resources.

Attendees will exchange expertise and learn best practices in the field.

The Saudi authority delivered a technical presentation, “Surveying and Geospatial Information in Saudi Arabia: Past, Present, and Future Aspirations,” during the event, attended by FIG President Diane Dumashie, vice presidents and experts.

Saudi ambassador to Ghana and Togo, Sultan Al-Dakhil, visited the authority’s booth, appreciating its efforts to strengthen partnerships with international organizations.

With more than 1,500 participants from 80 countries, the conference facilitates international collaborations among government bodies, the private sector, academia, and global expertise centers through 70 scientific sessions.


Saudi Arabia condemns terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan

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Saudi Arabia condemns terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan

  • Separatist strikes target several locations, including provincial capital Quetta
  • Pakistani forces kill 67 militants in counterterror operations across southwestern province

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Saturday strongly condemned a series of terrorist attacks carried out by separatists in various areas of Pakistan’s Balochistan province, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

In a statement, the Kingdom’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s firm rejection of all forms of terrorism and extremism, and expressed its solidarity with Pakistan and its security efforts to safeguard the country’s stability.

The ministry conveyed the Kingdom’s condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Pakistan, and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.

Saudi Arabia reiterated its support for Pakistan in confronting threats to its security and maintaining the safety of its territory.

Pakistani forces killed 67 militants on Saturday while repelling coordinated separatist attacks across the southwestern province, according to security officials, as clearance operations continued across multiple districts.

The attacks, involving gunfire and explosions, targeted several locations, including the provincial capital Quetta and the coastal city of Gwadar, as well as towns in Kharan and Kalat, according to security and police officials who spoke on condition of anonymity.