Saudi, Hong Kong anti-corruption chiefs hold talks in Riyadh

Mazin Al-Kahmous met with Danny Woo and his delegation in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Updated 24 February 2025
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Saudi, Hong Kong anti-corruption chiefs hold talks in Riyadh

  • Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong in promoting integrity as well as combating transnational corruption
  • Danny Woo was briefed on the key measures taken by the Saudi authority to promote integrity, reinforce transparency and combat corruption

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority President Mazin Al-Kahmous received Danny Woo, commissioner of the Independent Commission Against Corruption in Hong Kong, and his delegation at the authority’s headquarters in Riyadh on Monday.

The visit aims to activate the memorandum of understanding signed between the two parties, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong in promoting integrity as well as combating transnational corruption.

Woo was briefed on the key measures taken by the Saudi authority to promote integrity, reinforce transparency and combat corruption, while Al-Kahmous was introduced to Hong Kong’s experience in these areas.

On the sidelines of the visit, Al-Kahmous and Woo inaugurated a four-day workshop with experts from both sides.


New initiative to train 900 Saudis in media sector

Updated 17 February 2026
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New initiative to train 900 Saudis in media sector

  • The agreement caters for specialized media career days, English language programs tailored for the media and communications sector, and professional certification across various media fields

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Human Resources Development Fund has announced a strategic partnership with the SPA (Saudi Press Agency) Academy for News Training to train 900 job seekers for technical and specialized media careers.

The agreement caters for specialized media career days, English language programs tailored for the media and communications sector, and professional certification across various media fields.

These initiatives aim to enhance professional skills and improve the quality of media performance, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

Each program will run for 12 months, equipping participants with the technical and creative skills to meet the demands of the evolving media sector.

The initiative is expected to boost employment opportunities, support private sector growth by providing qualified personnel, and promote digital and media innovation.