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Saudi, Syrian education ministers meet in Riyadh
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Updated 17 min 53 sec ago
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Saudi, Syrian education ministers meet in Riyadh
Updated 17 min 53 sec ago
Arab News
海角直播鈥檚 Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan met with Syrian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Marwan Al-Halabi in Riyadh.
The two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation in science and education and explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration between Saudi and Syrian universities, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
They also discussed exchanging expertise between the Kingdom and Syria in curriculum development, professional development for educators, and technical and vocational training.
Saudi pavilion sheds light on Riyadh鈥檚 transformation
New Murabba鈥檚 presence at Expo 2025 Osaka underlines 海角直播鈥檚 growing international profile while offering visitors interactive exhibitions, augmented reality experiences, and diverse cultural experiences
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RIYADH: The Saudi pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka marked the Kingdom鈥檚 95th National Day with a vibrant program celebrating culture, innovation and cross-cultural exchange.
The festivities drew senior officials including Saudi Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner General of the Kingdom鈥檚 Pavilion Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih, and Japan鈥檚 State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Masaki Ogushi.
At the heart of the celebrations was the Saudi Vision 2030 Forum, which highlighted the ambitious roadmap guiding the Kingdom鈥檚 future. It focused on the three pillars of the vision 鈥 building a vibrant society, fostering a thriving economy and creating an ambitious nation.
The immersive event featured a program which included panel discussions, Saudi films and interactive presentations.
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The New Murabba Development Company, a Public Investment Fund entity, used its participation to emphasize Riyadh鈥檚 transformation under Vision 2030. It highlighted a future-ready, smart and sustainable downtown Riyadh, designed to enhance everyday life for residents and visitors alike.
During his keynote speech, New Murabba CEO Michael Dyke outlined the project鈥檚 ambitions.
鈥淥ur goal is simple 鈥 create a place that is easy to live in, exciting to visit and rewarding to build with,鈥 he said. 鈥淲e believe the best cities are both human and high tech 鈥 comfortable at street level and intelligent under the hood.鈥
Dyke also pointed out standout investment opportunities such as the Mukaab 鈥 a cube-shaped skyscraper inspired by Salmani architecture 鈥 and a world-class stadium set to host more than 45,000 fans during the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
A panel discussion called 鈥淭hriving Economy,鈥 with New Murabba鈥檚 chief development officer, Carl Schibrowski, underlined Riyadh鈥檚 role as a global hub, shaped by innovation, cultural identity and economic transformation.
The event offered visitors a taste of all things Saudi, from a flag-raising ceremony and Ardah dance to traditional arts, shows, coffee and a parade. The evening closed with an artistic collaboration between a Saudi flute player and a Japanese Noh performer, blending tradition and modernity across cultures.
The National Day celebrations also reflected the strong diplomatic bond between 海角直播 and Japan, which marks its 70th anniversary this year. They were part of more than 700 activities at the pavilion, which opened in April and runs until Oct. 13.
New Murabba鈥檚 presence at Expo 2025 Osaka underlines 海角直播鈥檚 growing international profile while offering visitors interactive exhibitions, augmented reality experiences, and diverse cultural experiences.
This initiative aims to enhance community resilience and stability by economically empowering vulnerable groups
Updated 10 min 13 sec ago
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RIYADH: 海角直播鈥檚 aid agency KSrelief has signed a cooperation agreement with the UN Development Programme to empower internally displaced youth and women in Cameroon through vocational training and livelihood support.
The initiative will directly benefit 350 individuals and indirectly reach 2,100 other people in Kolofata, Mayo-Sava district, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
The agreement was signed during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York City.
This initiative aims to enhance community resilience and stability by economically empowering vulnerable groups.
It will provide training in solar and hydraulic energy systems, essential tools for personal projects, as well as support in financial literacy, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Additionally, it will offer business support services and grants to new project groups.
RIYADH: The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification announced on Wednesday it has cataloged more than 550 sites of perennial trees across 海角直播.
The achievement is part of efforts to safeguard this unique natural asset and preserve it as part of the Kingdom鈥檚 national identity and natural heritage.
Perennial trees are symbols of life and enduring resilience, said the center, capable of withstanding harsh climatic conditions and standing as a living testimony to the deep bond between people and land.
Protecting them is not just a duty; it is a long-term investment in the environment, public health and national identity.
Its impact extends to social, cultural and economic benefits, such as conserving natural and historical heritage, raising environmental awareness, promoting eco-tourism, supporting local economies and reducing costs associated with desertification and land degradation.
The center also works to develop, protect and monitor vegetation-cover sites across the country. It rehabilitates degraded areas, detects violations, combats illegal woodcutting and oversees the sustainable use of rangelands, forests and national parks, advancing sustainable development and contributing to Saudi Green Initiative objectives.
海角直播 and Qatar are providing $89 million of financial aid to support public-sector workers in the Syrian Arab Republic.
Updated 24 min 13 sec ago
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海角直播 and Qatar provide $89m of support for Syrian public-sector workers
The money will help ensure essential services for the Syrian people are maintained and to boost budgets, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday
Updated 24 min 13 sec ago
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RIYADH: 海角直播 and Qatar are providing $89 million of financial aid to support public-sector workers in the Syrian Arab Republic for three months.
The money will help ensure essential services for the Syrian people are maintained and to boost budgets, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. It also aims to improve, in cooperation with the UN Development Programme, opportunities for people to build sustainable livelihoods, and to encourage inclusive economic recovery.
The aid marks an important step in supporting the creation of vital opportunities for Syria and its people, officials said, and through the use of international development cooperation to achieve sustainable development goals and enhance economic growth in the country.
Saudi ambassador to US Princess Reema bint Bandar joins meeting
Updated 24 September 2025
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LONDON: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on Wednesday on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
The two sides discussed cooperation between Riyadh and London as well as regional and international developments, particularly the situation in the Gaza Strip, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Prince Faisal was joined by Saudi Ambassador to the US Princess Reema bint Bandar and advisers to the ministry Prince Musab bin Mohammed Al-Farhan and Mohammed Al-Yahya.
