In a bid to strengthen international relations, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, recently met with Vanuatu's Deputy Prime Minister, Matai Seremaiah Nawalu, in Riyadh to discuss global developments and enhance bilateral cooperation between the two nations.

Meanwhile, in weather news, the National Center of Meteorology in Saudi Arabia has reassured the public that this winter will be milder than expected, debunking rumors of severe cold linked to the La Niña phenomenon and advising reliance on official forecasts.

Speaking of international ties, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar Alkhorayef, completed a productive visit to Spain, where he explored new avenues for industrial and mining collaboration with Spanish officials and private enterprises.

Back home, Saudi Arabia's National Competitiveness Center (NCC) is enhancing its global standing through legal and educational collaboration, as shown by a recent agreement between the NCC and Saudi's Ministry of Education aimed at scientific cooperation.

In regulatory news, violations of Saudi Arabia's Railway Law could now result in substantial fines reaching up to SR20 million, reminding citizens and businesses alike of the importance of adhering to railway regulations and safety measures.

Lastly, bolstering defense and diplomatic relations, Saudi Arabia's Assistant Minister of Defense, Dr. Khaled Al-Bayari, held talks with the US Ambassador, Michael Ratney, in Riyadh to further strengthen the ties between the two countries.