Shoura wants preachers to keep up with social changes

Updated 25 May 2016
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Shoura wants preachers to keep up with social changes

RIYADH: Imams should have their full responsibility over the selection of their Friday sermons in a way that suits the community, said Dr. Azab bin Saeed Aal Misbel, member, Committee of Islamic and Judicial Affairs branch in the Shoura Council.
The sermons should take into account the social changes and events in Saudi Arabia and be seen as an awareness messages for the new generation to protect them.”
He said certain imams were engaged in doing ijtihad in their mosques, which must stop.
In this regard, he said, “the Ministry of Islamic Affairs need to increase their role in studying the Friday sermons.”
This will let them know who they should spend their time with and will show them the appropriate paths forward,” he said.
He said: “The Umma that does not take care of youths will lose a great treasure. Therefore, we should advise them to be committed to God and to the nation in order that they will be beneficial for the future of our society.”
Aal Misbel also called on the ministry to coordinate with the Education Ministry as well as the Youth and Sports Council to confront extremism.
He said Saudi Arabia and all of its institutions have been concerned for a long time with the protection of youth.


Al Akaria signs SR1.2bn agreement lease with Amsa Hospitality 

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Al Akaria signs SR1.2bn agreement lease with Amsa Hospitality 

  • Project, located in Riyadh Diplomatic Quarters, spans approximately 40,000 sq. meters and includes 240 modern residential units, comprising 176 apartments and 64 villas and townhouses
  • CEO of Amsa Hospitality Muin Serhan: We have a certain commitment to deliver to the community and to the project in particular

RIYADH: The Saudi Real Estate Co., also known as Al Akaria, recently announced the signing of a lease agreement for the Amsa Vue Residential Compound in Riyadh with Amsa Hospitality, with the total value of the project estimated at around SR1.2 billion ($320 million). 

Spread across 20 years, the cost reflects the long-term nature of the investment and its focus on value, sustainability, and operational quality.

The project, located in Riyadh Diplomatic Quarters, spans approximately 40,000 sq. meters and includes 240 modern residential units, comprising 176 apartments and 64 villas and townhouses.

Acting CEO of Al Akaria Khalid Al-Sehaibany stated that the project embodies the company’s approach to developing residential communities that focus on an integrated experience built on quality planning and comprehensive facilities, elevating the standard of living in Riyadh.

CEO of Amsa Hospitality Muin Serhan told Arab News that the core philosophy behind the project is to create a space that focuses both on individuals and community values. 

Serhan pointed out that this strategy is central to a broader ambition to redefine hospitality in Saudi Arabia by embedding the hallmark of Arabian hospitality into the brand’s identity.

“We have a certain commitment to deliver to the community and to the project in particular. Year on year, we're adding value to the landlord and the owners of the assets,” he said. 

He outlined a clear vision for the company’s legacy, aiming to set a new standard for hospitality management in the region. The goal, he said, is to be the go-to partner for developers and asset owners seeking to integrate hospitality elements into their projects.

Serhan confirmed that this vision is currently being brought to life through close collaboration with contractors and designers. 

He emphasized that the process is a “moving journey,” where the designer, the brand, and the location converge to create a product that truly reflects the local narrative.