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Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. (EPA)
Lebanon pledges to prevent any threat to Saudi security, Salam tells visiting delegation
Saudi Gazette reportBEIRUT — Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told a visiting Saudi delegation in Beirut that Lebanon is fully committed to ensuring its territory is not used to harm the security of Arab countries or to facilitate drug smuggling. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, Salam received the Saudi delegation to discuss measures to resume Lebanese exports to the Kingdom. “I have instructed all relevant authorities to act quickly to remove any obstacles hindering the return of this vital economic sector,” he said. Salam added that he reaffirmed to the delegation Lebanon’s pledge “not to allow its territory to be used as a platform to destabilize the security of its Arab brothers, or as a passageway for smuggling drugs or any prohibited...
November 18, 2025

Lebanon pledges to prevent any threat to Saudi security, Salam tells visiting delegation

F-35 approval marks new milestone in U.S.–Saudi defense partnership
Saudi Gazette ReportWASHINGTON — The United States has approved to sell American-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, President Donald Trump announced, marking an important step toward adding one of the world’s most advanced aircraft to the Kingdom’s defense capabilities. The decision—revealed one day before Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s scheduled arrival in Washington—would make the Kingdom the 21st nation to operate the world’s most advanced multirole combat aircraft, signaling a deepening strategic alignment between Riyadh and Washington. If completed, the deal would place Saudi Arabia alongside countries such as the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Finland, Germany,Greece, Japan, Poland, Romania, South Korea,...
November 18, 2025

F-35 approval marks new milestone in U.S.–Saudi defense partnership

US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 17 November 2025. (EPA)
US to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, says Trump
Saudi Gazette reportWASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump announced Monday that Washington will proceed with the sale of American-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, one day before Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman arrives in the United States for an official working visit. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said: “We will do it. We will sell the F-35s. They have been a great ally.” Trump and the Crown Prince are scheduled to meet at the White House on Tuesday. According to Reuters, completing the deal would represent a significant policy shift that could reshape the military balance in the Middle East and strengthen Saudi Arabia’s deterrence capabilities. The agency reported that Riyadh has requested the purchase of up to 48 F-35 jets in a...
November 18, 2025

US to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, says Trump

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) announced on Monday the results of a public opinion survey regarding updating the Schedule of Violations and Penalties in the Labor Law and its executive regulations.
Maximum fine of SR20000 for allowing a worker to leave employer and work with others  
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) announced on Monday the results of a public opinion survey regarding updating the Schedule of Violations and Penalties in the Labor Law and its executive regulations. According to the updated schedule of violations and penalties, employing Saudi nationals without a license incurs a fine of SR200000, and allowing a worker to leave their employer to work for another party is punishable by a fine of SR10,000 to SR20,000. The updated schedule includes a clause specifying penalties for employers who fail to comply with the maternity leave provisions for working women. This violation, described in the schedule as "serious," incurs a fine of SR1000 and it will be multiplied by the number of affected...
November 18, 2025

Maximum fine of SR20000 for allowing a worker to leave employer and work with others  

Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh
Minister Al-Sheikh: Islamic Ministry hires 60,000 Saudis in 4 years
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh said that the number of male and female citizens employed by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance has reached 60,000 during the last four years. “This is an achievement that is considered as the largest in the history of the ministry,” he said while witnessing the signing of the final eight contracts under the National Employment Plan program during a ceremony held at the ministry headquarters in Riyadh on Monday. Speaking on the occasion, Al-Sheikh said that the recruitment process covered imams and muezzins, male and female preachers, male and female supervisors, and male and female security guards. The minister expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the wise...
November 17, 2025

Minister Al-Sheikh: Islamic Ministry hires 60,000 Saudis in 4 years

Saudi Arabia is considering a proposal to impose financial penalties on anyone, who misuses properties belonging to the Saudi Ministry of Finance or other government agencies under its supervision, within the holy sites without authorization.
Saudi move to penalize misuse of government properties within holy sites
Okaz/Saudi GazetteRIYADH — Saudi Arabia is considering a proposal to impose financial penalties on anyone, who misuses properties belonging to the Saudi Ministry of Finance or other government agencies under its supervision, within the holy sites without authorization. Violators would also be required to pay the property’s rent for the entire period of misuse, according to a report of the General Auditing Bureau. The report indicates that all courts in the Kingdom have jurisdiction over disputes related to the application of the provisions of Resolution No. (62/M), which regulates the use of state properties and their revenues, thereby strengthening regulatory compliance and protecting public assets. The report stated that a specialized committee has been formed to identify sites being...
November 17, 2025

Saudi move to penalize misuse of government properties within holy sites

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and U.S. President Donald Trump during their meeting in Riyadh earlier this year. (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince departs for Washington for talks with President Trump
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman left Saudi Arabia on Monday for an official working visit to the United States, the Royal Court announced.The visit comes at the directive of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and in response to an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump.According to the statement, the Crown Prince will meet the president in Washington to discuss bilateral relations, ways to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, and key regional and international issues.President Trump signaled the significance of the visit on Friday, telling reporters: “We’re more than meeting, we’re honoring Saudi Arabia, the Crown Prince.”Although not classified as a formal state visit, the White House plans include...
November 17, 2025

Saudi Crown Prince departs for Washington for talks with President Trump

The first shipment of Saudi Arabia’s grant to Syria’s energy sector arrived on Sunday with a tanker carrying approximately 650,000 barrels of Saudi crude oil docking at the port of Banias.
Saudi Arabia delivers first shipment of crude oil grant to Syria
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The first shipment of Saudi Arabia’s grant to Syria’s energy sector arrived on Sunday with a tanker carrying approximately 650,000 barrels of Saudi crude oil docking at the port of Banias. This shipment represents the initial installment of the grant, which totals 1.65 million barrels of crude oil.The delivery follows the directives of the Saudi leadership, underscoring the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Syrian Arab Republic.The grant agreement was signed on September 11 between Saudi Arabia, represented by the Saudi Fund for Development, and Syria, represented by the Ministry of Energy.The grant, implemented and monitored under the supervision of the Saudi Ministry of Energy, aims to enhance the operation of Syrian refineries, ensure...
November 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia delivers first shipment of crude oil grant to Syria

About 82.4 percent of children aged between 24 months and 59 months are on track in the areas of health, learning, and psychosocial well-being, according to the Early Childhood Development Index 2023.
90% of children in Saudi Arabia live in stimulating home learning environment
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — About 90 percent of children aged between 36 months and 59 months in Saudi Arabia live in a positive, stimulating home learning environment, with rates of 90.1 percent among girls and 89.8 percent among boys. This is among the findings of the Early Childhood Development and Child Well-being Statistics for 2025, issued by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). About 82.4 percent of children aged between 24 months and 59 months are on track in the areas of health, learning, and psychosocial well-being, according to the Early Childhood Development Index 2023 (ECDI2030). It showed that 83.2 percent of girls are on track, compared with 81.6 percent of boys.Regarding children’s book ownership, the data showed that 31 percent of children under the age of...
November 17, 2025

90% of children in Saudi Arabia live in stimulating home learning environment

FII PRIORITY Asia 2025 summit will explore “The New Asia” — how the region’s capital, creativity, and technological leadership are reshaping global growth and redefining the world’s economic center of gravity.
FII PRIORITY Asia 2025 Tokyo summit to focus on strategic engines accelerating global transformation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute unveiled on Monday the first wave of global leaders and the program focus for FII PRIORITY Asia 2025, scheduled to be held on November 30 and December 1 in Tokyo.The summit will explore “The New Asia” — how the region’s capital, creativity, and technological leadership are reshaping global growth and redefining the world’s economic center of gravity.Held in collaboration with Mizuho Financial Group, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group as presenting partners, the two-day summit will convene global investors, policymakers, founders, and Fortune 500 CEOs for high-impact dialogues, curated roundtables, and strategic investment exchanges.The Public...
November 17, 2025

FII PRIORITY Asia 2025 Tokyo summit to focus on strategic engines accelerating global transformation

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