Saudi National Water Co. launches 25 projects in Asir

These projects include 1,410 km of pipelines and networks, along with 19 tanks with a total capacity of 109,350 cubic meters, costing SR907 million. (SPA)
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Updated 30 July 2024
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Saudi National Water Co. launches 25 projects in Asir

  • The 23 water projects, which are spread across the city of Abha and several governorates, will provide sustainable drinking water to various neighborhoods and villages

The National Water Co. announced 25 water and sanitation projects in the Asir region, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

These projects involve constructing pipelines and networks over 1,481 km at a cost of SR960 million ($256 million).

“We have initiated 25 projects in the Asir region to enhance water and environmental service coverage,” the company stated.

The 23 water projects, which are spread across the city of Abha and several governorates, will provide sustainable drinking water to various neighborhoods and villages.

These projects include 1,410 km of pipelines and networks, along with 19 tanks with a total capacity of 109,350 cubic meters, costing SR907 million.

Additionally, two sewage projects in Khamis Mushayt will cover several neighborhoods with pipelines and networks exceeding 71 km, costing SR53 million.

These initiatives support Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to improve water and environmental sectors’ efficiency and quality.

National Water Co. is committed to enhancing water distribution, increasing service coverage, and providing sustainable drinking water to improve the quality of life and regional development.

 


New Saudi ambassador to UK presents credentials to Britain’s King Charles III

The new Saudi ambassador to the UK Prince Abdullah bin Khalid bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz presents his credentials to King Charles.
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New Saudi ambassador to UK presents credentials to Britain’s King Charles III

  • Ambassador’s predecessor, Prince Khalid bin Bandar, returned to the Kingdom last year after being appointed as an advisor at Ministry of Foreign Affairs in March 2025

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s new ambassador to the UK Prince Abdullah bin Khalid bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz presented his credentials to Britain’s King Charles III at St. James’s Palace in London on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

During the meeting, the ambassador conveyed the greetings of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and their wishes for continued progress and prosperity for the British government and people.

King Charles III reciprocated by conveying his greetings and appreciation to the Saudi leadership, wishing the Kingdom and its people further progress and development.

The ambassador’s predecessor, Prince Khalid bin Bandar, returned to the Kingdom last year after being appointed as an advisor at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in March 2025.