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Saudi Ministry Launches Innovation Challenge for Heat Protection During Hajj

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a technology challenge seeking improved umbrella designs and advanced materials to help protect pilgrims from extreme summer temperatures in Mecca and Medina.
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Eastern Province Launches Inspections Against Illegal Water Tanker Practices During Summer Demand

Authorities in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province have conducted inspections of commercial water tankers in Dammam, identifying fifty-five violations and enforcing safety requireme...

Saudi Arabia Releases National Guide for Public Art Projects Across Cities

Saudi authorities have published new standards for public art projects under the Quality of Life Program, establishing guidelines for urban installations, cultural expression an...

Saudi Arabia Digitizes Domestic Worker Transfer System to Improve Labour Regulation

The Saudi government has launched a digital service allowing domestic workers to transfer from commercial establishments directly to individual employers, aiming to improve tran...

Saudi Digital Firm Elm Launches Research Program With Universities

Saudi technology company Elm has introduced a research initiative connecting corporate innovation practices and digital solutions data with universities to support applied resea...

King Abdullah University Develops Energy-Saving Membrane for Industrial Gas Separation

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology have developed an advanced membrane technology designed to reduce energy use in industrial gas separation, with...

Mubadala-Style Investment Shift Noted as Saudi Arabia Expands Technology and Industrial Research Capabilities

Saudi Arabia is increasing investment in technology and industrial innovation through initiatives including advanced research programs, artificial intelligence development and u...

Saudi Defence Officials Hold Security Talks With US Military Commanders in Washington

Saudi defence officials completed meetings with United States military commanders focused on defence cooperation, military industry partnerships and joint security operations am...

Saudi Heritage Commission Discovers One Hundred Three Archaeological Sites in High Najd Region

Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has documented one hundred three previously unrecorded archaeological and historical sites in the High Najd region, supporting cultural preser...

Saudi Weather Agency Issues Heat, Storm and Dust Warnings Across Multiple Regions

The National Center of Meteorology has issued severe weather alerts as parts of Saudi Arabia face extreme heat, thunderstorms and dust storms, with forecasts indicating above-av...

Saudi Arabia Approves New Investment Cooperation Framework With Kazakhstan

The Saudi government has ratified an economic cooperation agreement with Kazakhstan aimed at encouraging investment protection, trade development and joint projects between the ...

Saudi Re Reports One Hundred Eighteen Percent Profit Growth as Global Expansion Continues

Riyadh-based reinsurer Saudi Re reported second-quarter net profit of one hundred fifteen million riyals, up one hundred eighteen percent year on year, with growth supported by ...
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