Makkah expo strengthens regional trade ties

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The Iranian pavilion at the expo showcases a wide range of Iranian industries across various sectors. (SPA)
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The Iranian pavilion at the expo showcases a wide range of Iranian industries across various sectors. (SPA)
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Updated 08 December 2025
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Makkah expo strengthens regional trade ties

MAKKAH: The Arab and Global Expo, which is organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, features a Saudi pavilion that has drawn strong interest from visitors due to the diversity of its displays and the quality of the national products showcased.

This year’s pavilion highlights the rapid development of the Kingdom’s industrial and production sectors and their growing competitiveness at regional and global levels, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The pavilion presents products from several national companies and entrepreneurs, including food items, technological solutions, handicrafts, and heritage industries, along with innovative projects by young Saudis seeking wider markets.

The pavilion has received widespread praise from Arab and international delegations. They have commended the organization, quality, and diversity of products, viewing Saudi efforts to support the local economy and empower the private sector as providing an inspiring regional model.

The Iranian pavilion at the expo also showcases a wide range of Iranian industries across various sectors, and has attracted large numbers of visitors interested in international products.

It features numerous items — including food products, spices, sweets, nuts, textiles, leather goods, handicrafts, and handmade items — which represent Iranian heritage.

The Iranian pavilion’s participation aims to strengthen trade relations with the Saudi and Gulf markets and open new channels for economic cooperation, the SPA reported.

Industries from the Syrian Arab Republic have also made a notable appearance at the expo. The Syrian pavilion has drawn visitors by showcasing various industries, including food products, handicrafts, textiles, and other Syrian goods.

Exhibitors have noted that their participation is a key step in revitalizing Syrian exports and expanding trade partnerships across Gulf and Arab markets to connect with potential importers and distributors.

The expo, which runs until Dec. 12 and brings together dozens of participants from Arab and international countries, aims to enhance commercial integration among nations and open new channels of cooperation.

It also provides a platform for showcasing innovative products and projects, enabling entrepreneurs to build sustainable partnerships and access new marketing opportunities.


Saudi Arabia welcomes US decision to designate Muslim Brotherhood as global terrorist entity

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Saudi Arabia welcomes US decision to designate Muslim Brotherhood as global terrorist entity

  • The Saudi foreign ministry said in a statement on X the Kingdom affirms its condemnation of extremism and terrorism

DUBAI: Saudi Arabia on Wednesday welcomed a decision by the United States to designate the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon as a global terrorist organization.

The Saudi Foreign Ministry said in a statement on X: “The Kingdom affirms its condemnation of extremism and terrorism, and its support for all that achieves the security of Arab countries, their stability and prosperity, and the security of the region and the world.”

The US administration labeled the groups in Jordan and Egypt as “specially designated global terrorists,” and blacklisted the Lebanese organization as a “foreign terrorist organization.”

The decision on Tuesday came weeks after President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing his administration to start the process of blacklisting the groups.