National heritage will be ‘biggest driver’ of Saudi economy

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Prince Sultan bin Salman, middle, with Prince Turki Al-Faisal and Jerry Inzerillo at the meeting. (X: @ATURATH)
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Prince Sultan bin Salman, middle, with Prince Turki Al-Faisal and Jerry Inzerillo at the meeting. (X: @ATURATH)
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Prince Sultan bin Salman, middle, with Prince Turki Al-Faisal and Jerry Inzerillo at the meeting. (X: @ATURATH)
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Prince Sultan bin Salman, middle, with Prince Turki Al-Faisal and Jerry Inzerillo at the meeting. (X: @ATURATH)
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Updated 05 October 2024
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National heritage will be ‘biggest driver’ of Saudi economy

  • Riyadh book fair is a testament to Kingdom’s focus on culture and heritage, says Prince Sultan

RIYADH: National heritage will be the biggest driver of the economy under Saudi Vision 2030, said Prince Sultan bin Salman, special adviser to King Salman and founder and chairman of the nonprofit Al-Turath (Heritage) Foundation.

He was speaking at the foundation’s annual meeting held under the theme “Confident Steps Toward the Future” at the Riyadh International Book Fair, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

A documentary film about the foundation’s journey, highlighting its key initiatives and most important milestones, was screened.

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Prince Sultan bin Salman also spoke about the Al- Turath Foundation-produced documentary film “Okath Al-Badr,” which covers stories from the life of Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen bin Abdulaziz.

Another film showed the launch, at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in Dhahran, of the book “King Salman,” an Al-Turath Foundation initiative sponsored by Saudi Aramco to coincide with the 94th National Day.

Prince Sultan said that the book fair is a testament to the attention the Kingdom gives to culture and national heritage, which will become the biggest drivers of the economy.

The book, which Prince Sultan described as a gift to the nation, covers different stages in the life of King Salman alongside the Kingdom’s founder King Abdulaziz and other Saudi rulers.

Prince Sultan said that the Al-Turath Foundation has experienced continuous development since its establishment 28 years ago, printing books, conducting research, archiving historical photos, and documenting the nation’s history over the course of more than a quarter of a century.

Prince Sultan also spoke about the Al-Turath Foundation-produced documentary film “Okath Al-Badr,” which covers stories from the life of Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen bin Abdulaziz.

The meeting was attended by Prince Turki Al-Faisal, founder and trustee of the King Faisal Foundation and chairman of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies; Prince Faisal bin Salman, special adviser to King Salman and chairman of the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives; Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority; and several princes, officials, and ambassadors to the Kingdom.

The Riyadh International Book Fair, themed “Riyadh Reads” and featuring over 800 pavilions, is organized yearly by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission.

It began on Sept. 26 and runs until Oct. 5, with over 2,000 publishing houses from 30 countries participating. The schedule includes seminars, panel discussions, poetry recitals, stage performances, and workshops.

 


KSrelief clinics serve 2,483 refugees in Jordan in a week, deliver dialysis solutions to Yemen

Updated 11 November 2024
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KSrelief clinics serve 2,483 refugees in Jordan in a week, deliver dialysis solutions to Yemen

  • Patients in Jordan’s Zaatari camp for Syrian refugees include 283 children
  • Third batch of dialysis machines and medical supplies delivered to Yemen's Marib governorate

AMMAN/MARIB, Yemen: A total of 2,483 Syrian refugees at the Al-Zaatari camp in Jordan sought assistance from the medical clinics of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center during the first week of November 2024, the Saudi aid agency said on Sunday.
In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency, the aid agency known by its acronym KSrelief said the emergency department received 253 patients, the cardiology clinic treated 27 patients, and the internal medicine clinic treated 122 patients with diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
The rest were diagnosed with various ailments, including 285 children.
In Yemen, KSrelief delivered the third batch of dialysis solutions and medical supplies to the Ministry of Public Health and Population office in Marib governorate on Saturday.
The batch, weighing approximately 30 tons, is designated to support the dialysis centers at two hospitals in Marib Directorate and Harib Directorate, SPA reported.
Dr. Ahmed Saleh Al-Abadi, health director in Marib, praised the significant humanitarian support provided by Saudi Arabia, which is part of a comprehensive health program being provided by the Kingdom to Yemen in more than a decade.
 

 

 


Saudi Food and Drug Authority cites health benefits of turmeric

Updated 11 November 2024
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Saudi Food and Drug Authority cites health benefits of turmeric

  • Says it acts as an antioxidant and alleviates arthritis symptoms
  • Turmeric had long been used in Asia for folk medicine and food additive

RIYADH: Turmeric has numerous health benefits, including the numerous health benefits, including the ability to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) said on Sunday.
In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the SFDA said the herb plant known in Botany as Curcuma longa, is also known for its antioxidant properties.
Turmeric had long been used in Asia for folk medicine and food additive.
The SFDA, however, stressed the importance of using herbal medicines with caution and recommends consulting a healthcare professional before using such, as they can interact with certain medications or foods.
"It is essential to note that turmeric may interact with blood thinners like aspirin and certain blood pressure medications," the authority said.
It recommends a daily turmeric powder intake of 0.5 to 1 gram, taken in three smaller doses consumed between meals.
The SFDA also warned against using turmeric continuously for more than six weeks, saying it may lead to gallbladder or stomach pain.
It further warned women to avoid turmeric during pregnancy, as it could impact the uterus.
The SFDA issues warnings against harmful herbs, plants, and cosmetic products, and updates its list in its website every now and then.


Palestinian president arrives in Riyadh ahead of Arab-Islamic summit

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is welcomed on arrival in Riyadh on Sunday evening. (SPA)
Updated 10 November 2024
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Palestinian president arrives in Riyadh ahead of Arab-Islamic summit

  • Arab and Muslim leaders will discuss continued Israeli aggression on Palestinian territories and Lebanon at a summit on Monday

RIYADH: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrived in Riyadh on Sunday evening ahead of an Arab-Islamic follow-up summit focusing on Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon.

Arab and Muslim leaders will discuss continued Israeli aggression on Palestinian territories and Lebanon at the summit on Monday.

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf, the Foreign Minister of Guinea Morissanda Kouyate, the President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and Uganda’s Third Deputy Prime Minister Lukia Isanga Nakadama also arrived in Riyadh on Sunday.

The President of Mauritania Mohamed Ould Ghazouani arrived in the Kingdom’s capital on Sunday after performing Umrah and praying in the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah on Saturday.


Saudi foreign minister holds meetings ahead of Arab and Islamic Summit on Gaza, Lebanon wars

Updated 10 November 2024
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Saudi foreign minister holds meetings ahead of Arab and Islamic Summit on Gaza, Lebanon wars

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs on Sunday held a series of meetings ahead of the Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit to be held on Monday.

Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with several foreign ministers, including Palestinian Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Mustafa, Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Bassam Sabbagh, Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Abdallah Bou Habib, and Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Maitama Tuggar.

In his meeting with Mustafa, discussions focused on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian and political challenges facing the region.

Both leaders emphasized the importance of collective action within the framework of the summit's agenda.

The conversation with Syria's Sabbagh centered on relations and included an exchange on key regional and international developments of mutual concern. The two ministers highlighted the need for continued dialogue to foster regional stability and cooperation.

During discussions with the Lebanese FM, Prince Faisal reviewed current issues affecting Lebanon amid Hezbollah's war with Israel and explored ways to support the country amid its ongoing challenges. 

The meeting with Nigeria's Tuggar covered a range of topics from the summit’s agenda and touched on shared regional and global concerns. The two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing diplomatic relations and addressing international issues of mutual interest.

All the meetings were attended by Dr. Saud bin Mohammed Al-Sati, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs, and Abdulrahman Al-Dawood, Director General of the Foreign Minister’s Office.


Saudi crown prince receives call from Iran president

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (File/SPA/AFP)
Updated 10 November 2024
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Saudi crown prince receives call from Iran president

  • The chief of staff of Saudi Arabia’s armed forces visited Tehran to meet with his Iranian counterpart and discuss defense ties earlier on Sunday

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday, Saudi Press Agency reported. 

During the phone call, Pezeshkian praised the Kingdom’s initiative to host a joint Arab-Islamic follow-up summit to discuss continued Israeli aggression on Palestinian territories and Lebanon. The president expressed his wishes that the summit would be a success.

Arab and Muslim leaders will convene in Riyadh for the summit scheduled for Monday, focusing on Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon.

On Sunday, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan chaired the preparatory ministerial meeting, where officials reviewed the latest developments and outlined the summit’s agenda.

Earlier on Sunday, the chief of staff of Saudi Arabia’s armed forces visited Tehran to meet with his Iranian counterpart and discuss defense ties, the Saudi Ministry of Defense said.

Fayyad Al-Ruwaili and Iran’s Major General Mohammad Bagheri discussed opportunities to develop relations between the two countries in the military and defense fields.