Al-Azhar Al-Sharif’s Deputy Grand Imam Muhammad Al-Duwaini. (Supplied)
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Saudi, Egypt institutes host faith symposium
The event aims to highlight the pioneering role of the ministry and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif in promoting a culture of moderation and countering extremist ideologies
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RIYADH: An international symposium held by º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and Egypt’s Al-Azhar Al-Sharif opened in Cairo on Thursday, themed “Pioneering Experiences and Future Prospects in Promoting the Values ​​of Moderation and Balance.â€
The ministry’s Undersecretary for Islamic Affairs Awad bin Sabti Al-Enazi, and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif’s Deputy Grand Imam Muhammad Al-Duwaini attended the opening with other officials, the SPA reported on Friday.
The event aims to highlight the pioneering role of the ministry and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif in promoting a culture of moderation and countering extremist ideologies.
It also seeks to strengthen cooperation between the two entities to serve Islam.
Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience
The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods
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JEDDAH: The Jeddah International Coffee and Chocolate Exhibition 2025, which was held from Nov. 5-7 at the Hilton, drew in thousands of visitors this year.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the industry and distribution sector.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
It also included a diverse selection of booths for manufacturers and suppliers promoting sweets, dates, and ice cream.
The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
Speaking at the event, Suhail bin Bakr Al-Tayyar, CEO of Nitaq Business Co. who organized the event, stressed that this year’s edition witnessed broad participation from local and international companies, and interactive programs enriched the visitor experience and supported the growth of this vital sector in the Kingdom.
He said: “The exhibition represents a leading national platform to empower Saudi youth and entrepreneurs, and to promote a culture of quality and creativity in the coffee and chocolate industry, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in supporting innovation and developing promising sectors.â€
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
Alongside traditional coffee beverages and chocolate tasting, the exhibition included the first-ever Saudi Coffee and Chocolate Championship, along with a number of workshops, competitions, and panel discussions presented by specialists in coffee preparation and chocolate making.
The opening ceremony on Wednesday was attended by top officials from Jeddah Municipality, elite coffee and chocolatiers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors.
