Crown Prince Salman, deputy premier and minister of defense and aviation, met with Chief of Staff Gen. Abdul Rahman Al-Binayan, as well as commanders of land, air and naval forces here on Tuesday.
Prince Salman was briefed on the present situation of the country’s armed forces and future plans to develop them further to strengthen their defense and combat capabilities.
Speaking at the meeting, Gen. Al-Binayan commended Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah, supreme commander of the armed forces, and Prince Salman for their support to the army.
“Our armed forces have witnessed remarkable progress and they are well prepared to defend the Kingdom,” the chief of staff said while praising the Saudi soldiers’ high morale and allegiance to their leadership.
Prince Salman also witnessed a documentary on the development achieved by the various sectors of the armed forces in recent years.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, state minister and head of the crown prince’s court, Mohammed Al-Ayesh, assistant defense minister, and Fahd Al-Eissa, acting director of the defense minister’s office, attended the meeting.
Chief of staff: Saudi armed forces are well prepared
Chief of staff: Saudi armed forces are well prepared
Historic Jeddah records over 2m visits
- The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares
JEDDAH: Historic Jeddah continues to flourish as one of Saudi Arabia’s premier cultural and heritage destinations, recording over 2 million visits in the first half of Ramadan.
The surge reflects the district’s vibrant and diverse activities, and the growing appeal of its Ramadan events that blend the authenticity of the place with the spirit of the season, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The remarkable turnout highlights the activity within the UNESCO-listed site, also known as Al-Balad, with its alleys and historic squares.
There has been a continuous flow of visitors exploring longstanding architectural landmarks and traditional marketplaces including Souq Al-Alawi, Bab Makkah Souq, and Al-Balad.
In these areas commerce intertwines with handicraft displays and storytelling, creating a cultural experience that reflects the place’s unique character and rich historical memory.
