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Southern Yemeni leaders launch Riyadh consultations, back Saudi-led dialogue
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A broad consultative meeting of southern Yemeni leaders, tribal sheikhs and community figures opened in Riyadh on Sunday, with participants expressing strong support for a Saudi-sponsored political dialogue as the preferred path to resolving the southern issue. In a statement read by Presidential Leadership Council member Abu Zar’a Al-Muharrami, the participants said the meeting reflects a unified southern will representing leaders from across southern governorates and social segments, seeking “a just, safe and guaranteed solution” to the southern cause away from escalation or side conflicts that do not serve the south or its future. The statement said participants had received clear assurances through direct meetings with Saudi officials that the...
January 18, 2026

Southern Yemeni leaders launch Riyadh consultations, back Saudi-led dialogue

Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim.
Saudi economy posts broad-based non-oil growth as 74 sectors exceed 5% expansion
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim said Saudi Arabia’s participation in the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos underscores the Kingdom’s pivotal role in shaping the global economic agenda and builds on its transformative progress. In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency, Alibrahim said the Kingdom’s engagement reinforces its position as an active partner in promoting sustainable growth and innovative solutions to global challenges, supporting prosperity at the local, regional and international levels. He said the forum will focus on institutionalizing international cooperation through participatory economic models that drive transformative growth. Alibrahim highlighted Saudi Arabia’s success in creating new growth engines and expanding...
January 18, 2026

Saudi economy posts broad-based non-oil growth as 74 sectors exceed 5% expansion

World Economic Forum sign for Davos 2026. (WEF website)
Saudi foreign minister highlights global cooperation at Davos 2026
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reaffirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation to address global economic challenges through its participation in the World Economic Forum in Davos 2026. In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency, Prince Faisal said the Kingdom’s engagement in the forum underscores its dedication to collective action and constructive dialogue, stressing that Saudi Arabia is committed to working with international partners to confront global economic challenges. He said the Kingdom’s participation reflects its expanding role in global economic discussions, alongside its commitment to preserving regional peace and stability, supporting sustainable development and strengthening global...
January 18, 2026

Saudi foreign minister highlights global cooperation at Davos 2026

Those who were arrested include 11,343 violators of the Residency Law, 3,858 violators of the Border Security Law, and 2,853 violators of the Labor Law.
Saudi Arabia deports 14,621 illegal residents in a week
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi security authorities have arrested a total of 18,054 illegal residents in a week. The arrests were made in the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between January 8 and 14, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 11,343 violators of the Residency Law, 3,858 violators of the Border Security Law, and 2,853 violators of the Labor Law. A total of 14,621 illegal residents were deported while 19,835 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and 3,936 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border...
January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia deports 14,621 illegal residents in a week

Students in schools across Saudi Arabia will go to their classes on Sunday as the second semester of the current academic year commences after a nine-day break.
Second school semester, with 92 study days and 28 days of holiday, commences on Sunday
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Students in schools across Saudi Arabia will go to their classes on Sunday as the second semester of the current academic year commences after a nine-day break. The Ministry of Education revealed that the total number of actual school days in the second semester will be 92 across all regions of Saudi Arabia, with the exception of regions subject to special arrangements stipulated in the school calendar. These regions will have 19 weeks of study, taking into account the spiritual significance of Ramadan by reducing the number of school days. The second semester will continue until Thursday, Muharram 10, 1448 AH. The ministry has approved only 11 school days during Ramadan in consideration of the nature of fasting and religious observances. The Ministry...
January 17, 2026

Second school semester, with 92 study days and 28 days of holiday, commences on Sunday

Saudi Arabia’s land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,079 seizures of contraband during last week.
Saudi customs ports record 1,079 contraband seizures in a week
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,079 seizures of contraband during last week. This was part of the ongoing efforts of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) to enhance security and protect society from all types and forms of prohibited substances. The seized items include 60 types of narcotics, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, crystal meth, Captagon pills, and others, in addition to 512 other prohibited substances. Customs ports also witnessed the seizure of 2,036 types of tobacco and its derivatives, along with 55 types of cash and 14 types of weapons and related equipment. ZATCA affirmed its commitment to strengthening customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports to ensure the security and protection of...
January 17, 2026

Saudi customs ports record 1,079 contraband seizures in a week

The General Food Security Authority revealed that the food waste index decreased to 15.8 percent during the year 2025 compared to 18.9 percent in 2019.
Saudi Arabia brings down food waste index to 16%
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The General Food Security Authority revealed that the food waste index decreased to 15.8 percent during the year 2025 compared to 18.9 percent in 2019. The food loss index also decreased to 12.1percent compared to 14.2 percent during the same period. This reflects an improvement in the efficiency of food handling across the stages of harvesting, storage, distribution, and consumption. The authority explained that the average per capita share of food loss and waste annually is approximately 155 kilograms, of which 67.2 kilograms represent loss and 87.8 kilograms represent waste. This highlights the expected positive impact of continued corrective policies and improved food resource management efficiency. Reducing food loss and waste contributes to more...
January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia brings down food waste index to 16%

Under the patronage of Emir of Hail Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad, Hail Region entered the Guinness World Records on Friday after successfully organizing the world’s largest off-road production cars convoy at the historic Tuwaren area northwest of Hail.
Hail wins Guinness World Record with largest off-road production cars convoy
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Under the patronage of Emir of Hail and Chairman of the Board of Hail Region Development Authority Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad, Hail Region entered the Guinness World Records on Friday after successfully organizing the world’s largest off-road production cars convoy at the historic Tuwaren area northwest of Hail.The convoy set off with 501 off-road production cars, traversing a 7-kilometer unpaved desert route in an exceptional spectacle that embodied the spirit of adventure, showcased the region’s natural diversity and terrain, and reinforced Hail’s position as a leading winter destination for off-road adventures.The event was jointly organized by the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and Hail Region Development Authority, sponsored by the King Salman bin...
January 17, 2026

Hail wins Guinness World Record with largest off-road production cars convoy

Saudi Food and Drug Authority, SFDA, Anktiva, nogapendekin alfa inbakicept, Bacillus Calmette–Guérin, Health Sector Transformation Program, Saudi Vision 2030
SFDA approves registration of 'Anktiva' for treatment of bladder and lung cancer
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has granted conditional approval for Anktiva (nogapendekin alfa inbakicept) in combination with immunotherapy for adult patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), of which the disease has progressed after standard-of-care therapy. The SFDA is the first regulatory authority globally to grant conditional approval for this medication for the treatment of NSCLC. The SFDA approved the use of Anktiva in combination with Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) for adult patients with high-risk, BCG-unresponsive non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) with carcinoma in situ (CIS).Innovative mechanism of action through interleukin-15 (IL-15) receptor agonist Anktiva has a novel mechanism by binding to IL-15...
January 17, 2026

SFDA approves registration of 'Anktiva' for treatment of bladder and lung cancer

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) announced the issuance of a tender for the manufacturing of 10 new passenger trains for the Northern Network.
Saudi Arabia Railways issues tender for 10 new passenger trains on Northern Network
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has announced the issuance of a new tender to manufacture 10 passenger trains for its Northern Network, as part of ongoing efforts to expand capacity and enhance passenger rail services across the Kingdom. SAR said the deadline for submitting bids is May 11, 2026, in line with approved regulatory procedures governing public tenders. The scope of the tender includes the design, manufacturing, and supply of the trains, in addition to the provision of fleet maintenance services aimed at strengthening operational readiness and ensuring long-term asset sustainability. The move aligns with SAR’s broader strategy to develop the national transport system and improve the efficiency of passenger rail services, in support of the National...
January 17, 2026

Saudi Arabia Railways issues tender for 10 new passenger trains on Northern Network

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