The ambassador noted that 52 Chinese companies in various fields, including automobiles and hunting equipment, will participate in the event
Updated 10 August 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: China’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Chang Hua said 52 Chinese companies will participate in the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club at its headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, from Oct. 2-11.
During his visit on Saturday to the International Falcon Breeders Auction, the Chinese ambassador affirmed that the exhibition presents an investment opportunity for companies to display their products, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Ahmed Al-Hababi, the deputy CEO of the Saudi Falcons Club, welcomed Chang Hua at the auction. (SPA)
He noted that 52 Chinese companies in various fields, including automobiles and hunting equipment, will participate in the event.
Chang expressed his pleasure at visiting the auction, where he was received by Ahmed Al-Hababi, the Saudi Falcons Club’s deputy CEO.
The ambassador said that he was keen to visit the auction to learn about this ancient culture and heritage so cherished by Saudis, affirming that he greatly enjoyed what he discovered during his visit and the professional organization he witnessed.
He then toured the accompanying pavilions of the auction, where he received detailed explanations about the types of falcons, their feed, and the sales process.
The auction, which runs until Aug. 25, is open daily from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saudi meteorology center warns of heavy rain across Kingdom, public told to avoid flood-prone areas
Stay away from valleys and waterways at least until Thursday, Civil Defense cautions
National Center for Meteorology center warns of possible thunderstorms and dust storms
Updated 27 min 49 sec ago
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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has warned of thunderstorms across the Kingdom that could lead to flash floods, and officials cautioned the public against venturing in low-lying places prone to flooding.
In its weather forecast for Sunday, the meteorology center said “moderate to heavy thunderstorms are expected, leading to flash floods, accompanied by hail showers and active winds that will stir up dust and sand” in several provinces of the Kingdom.
These include Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Madinah, Makkah, Al-Baha, Asir, Jazan and parts of the Eastern Province. Light to moderate storms are expected in parts of the Northern Borders, Al-Jouf and Tabuk, the NCM said.
In a separate advisory, the General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to avoid places prone to flash floods and valleys at least until December 18.
A lake forms in the desert following days of rain in Rafha city in the Northern Borders Province, near the Saudi border with Iraq. (SPA)
Since the past few days, various parts of Saudi Arabia had been blessed with light to moderate rain as full winter weather set in.
In separate reports, the Saudi Press Agency published images of beautiful landscapes that have emerged after being revitalized by rain.
Deserts rejuvenated
Among these are Al-Nafud (The Great Nafud Desert) in the Kingdom’s north, where moderate to heavy rainfall have “transformed the landscape, turning the golden sand dunes into stunning formations,” and also created streams and lakes.
Plants are beginning to sprout in Al-Nafud Desert after getting rain. (SPA)
“The cool weather has since made the Nafud a prime destination for desert and camping enthusiasts from inside and outside (Rafha) governorate,” SPA said.
Rain have also rejuvenated the Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Reserve, the Kingdom’s second-largest nature reserve, spanning parts of the Northern Borders, Hail, Qassim, Al-Jouf and Eastern Province.
In the Northern Borders province, the Wadi Arar has come alive, refilling the province’s 11 operational dams.
With streams flowing into Wadi Arar, dams in the Northern Borders province are being replenished. (SPA)
“The deserts of Arar City ... have become an enchanting destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts following recent rainfall. The resulting rainfalls have created a stunning scenery, with flowing streams winding through sand dunes and ravines,” SPA said.
Cool, verdant mountains
In Asir and adjacent provinces in the southwest, fog shrouding mountain peaks and the city of Abha have resulted in beautiful winter sceneries, attracting nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Abha city in Asir shrouded with fog as full winter weather sets in. (SPA)
Futher south in Najran province, days of rain have increased vegetation cover and revitalized the valley’s natural streams.
One of the foremost attractions is the Wadi Mughaydid on the slopes of the Sarawat range’s Maghra Mountains in northwest Najran, renowned for its pristine natural beauty.
Stretching 25 kilometers from Bir Askar Park to Shaab Baran, the valley’s unique geography combines verdant plains with towering mountains, making it an ideal destination for hiking and nature enthusiasts, according to SPA.
View of Wadi Mughaydid in Najran coming to life following days of rain. (SPA)
