RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney shared a call on Thursday and discussed bilateral relations.
They discussed prospects for cooperation between the two countries, and opportunities to develop and enhance it in all fields, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The pair also reviewed the situation in the Middle East, agreeing on the need for sustainable peace in the region.
Carney was victorious in a May election after taken over as prime minister in March following the resignation of his predecessor Justin Trudeau.
The crown prince and Carney discussed energy security and deepening trade between Riyadh and Ottawa, according to a readout from the Canadian premier’s office.
Both leaders agreed to remain in close contact, it read.
Saudi crown prince, Canadian prime minister discuss bilateral relations
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Saudi crown prince, Canadian prime minister discuss bilateral relations
Saudi health minister checks Madinah’s healthcare readiness ahead of Ramadan
- Fahad Abdulrahman AlJalajel meets regional Hajj and Umrah coordination committee, tours key hospitals, primary healthcare centers
- Madinah’s healthcare system currently operates about 200 facilities, serves more than 2.1m residents
LONDON: Fahad Abdulrahman AlJalajel, the Saudi health minister, visited hospitals and clinics in Madinah on Sunday to ensure they are ready for the upcoming Ramadan season, which begins in less than two weeks.
AlJalajel met the regional Hajj and Umrah coordination committee and toured key hospitals and primary healthcare centers in Madinah to review preparations for serving visitors and residents.
He inspected upgrades to specialized departments, including critical care services, emergency departments, and operational support facilities.
AlJalajel looked at the progress made on several projects, including upgrades to operating rooms, expansion and restoration of outpatient clinics, and improvements in neonatal and nursery services.
Madinah’s healthcare system currently operates about 200 facilities, serving more than 2.1 million residents.
The visits form part of the ministry’s inspections to ensure that healthcare facilities maintain high levels of readiness, with a focus on patient safety, quality of care, and operational excellence.
