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The Art Bridges 2025–2026 Cultural Trips initiative will be implemented across four international destinations, underscoring the commission’s commitment to professional development, global connectivity, and fostering cross-cultural dialogue.
Visual Arts Commission set to launch Art Bridges Cultural Programs in Scotland, Japan, Korea, and Spain
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Visual Arts Commission (VAC) announced the launch of the Art Bridges 2025–2026 Cultural Trips initiative, starting in September. The first program, in collaboration with the British Council, will take place in Scotland from September 22 to 27, 2025. Additional programs will be held in Japan from October 31 to November 7; South Korea from November 19 to 27; and Spain from March 2 to 9, 2026.Applications for these three programs opened on Wednesday. The application window for Japan will close on August 21, while applications for Korea and Spain will remain open until August 31. The initiative features four distinguished programs designed to advance professional development and international cultural exchange for Saudi and Saudi-based visual artists,...
August 13, 2025

Visual Arts Commission set to launch Art Bridges Cultural Programs in Scotland, Japan, Korea, and Spain

PIF reports 19% growth in assets under management, $171 billion invested in priority sectors since 2021
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reported a strong performance for 2024, with assets under management (AuM) rising 19% to $913 billion and total revenue increasing by 25%, according to its newly published annual report.The results highlight PIF’s expanding role in driving Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation and shaping global markets. Since 2021, cumulative investments in priority sectors have exceeded $171 billion, with $56.8 billion deployed in 2024 alone.The fund’s average total portfolio return has reached 7.2% annually since 2017, and its cash position remains broadly unchanged, reflecting robust liquidity.PIF’s contribution to the Kingdom’s non-oil GDP between 2021 and 2024 totaled $243 billion, representing 10% of the national non-oil...
August 13, 2025

PIF reports 19% growth in assets under management, $171 billion invested in priority sectors since 2021

The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority, in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, arrested 30 government employees for facilitating Saudi citizens and residents to perform Hajj without a permit by allowing them to pass through the security checkpoints
Nazaha: 30 government employees arrested for facilitating unauthorized pilgrims to perform Hajj
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A total of 30 government employees have been arrested for facilitating unauthorized pilgrims to perform Hajj. The arrests were made in one of the corruption cases initiated by the Saudi Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha). The spokesperson of Nazaha stated that the authority has initiated a number of criminal cases over the past period, and legal procedures are underway against the perpetrators.The authority, in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, arrested 30 government employees for facilitating Saudi citizens and residents to perform Hajj without a permit by allowing them to pass through the security checkpoints. Those arrested include 26 employees from the Ministry of Interior, two employees from the Ministry of Defense, and one...
August 12, 2025

Nazaha: 30 government employees arrested for facilitating unauthorized pilgrims to perform Hajj

Italian PM Meloni calls Saudi Crown Prince to discuss developments in Gaza
Saudi Gazette report NEOM — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received on Tuesday a phone call from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.During the call, they discussed aspects of joint cooperation between the two countries and ways to develop them in several fields.The two leaders also discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and their security and humanitarian repercussions. They underlined the need for the international community to exert all efforts to de-escalate the situation, end the disastrous effects of the aggression, and protect civilians.
August 12, 2025

Italian PM Meloni calls Saudi Crown Prince to discuss developments in Gaza

Ministry exempts people with disabilities from museum, exhibition fees
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Culture, through its Museums Commission, announced on Tuesday that people with disabilities and their companions will be exempt from entry fees to all temporary exhibitions, accompanying programs, and cultural assets.The decision aligns with global best practices in cultural institutions and aims to promote cultural inclusion by enabling equal access to the Kingdom’s cultural and artistic offerings.It follows a memorandum of understanding signed on Sept. 8, 2024, between the Museums Commission and the Authority for the Care of People with Disabilities.The agreement sets out joint policies to empower individuals with disabilities in museum-related fields, guarantee their rights, and improve services provided to them.The Ministry said the...
August 12, 2025

Ministry exempts people with disabilities from museum, exhibition fees

The Ministry of Education has set the weekly class periods for public schools during the new academic year.
New school year in 11 Saudi regions will commence on August 24
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The new school year in 11 regions of Saudi Arabia will commence on August 24. Tuesday saw the return of educational supervisors and administrative staff members to schools in the regions across the Kingdom except Makkah and Madinah as part of early preparations for the start of the new school year.Teachers at all levels are scheduled to return on Sunday, August 17 in these regions. However, educational supervisors and administrative staff members in Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, and Taif, will return to schools on Sunday, August 17, and teachers on August 24. Classes in schools in these regions will commence on August 31.The Ministry of Education has set the weekly class periods for public schools during the new academic year. The curriculum guide indicates that...
August 12, 2025

New school year in 11 Saudi regions will commence on August 24

The total number of living kidney donations reached approximately 1,284 last year, while living liver donations reached approximately 422 during the same period.
Donations of living organs rise to 4.9% in Saudi Arabia in 2024
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia recorded an increase in the rate of living organ donations, reaching 4.9% last year, according to the Saudi Center for Organ Transplantation.This increase is attributed to several factors, including the increased capacity of some organ transplant programs and the success of the kidney exchange program between families, which expanded donation opportunities for kidney failure patients. Technological developments have also contributed to reducing the length of stay for both donors and patients in the hospital after surgery.At the same time, kidney transplants are recording higher rates of demand among living organ donations, the center pointed out. The total number of living kidney donations reached approximately 1,284 last year, while living...
August 12, 2025

Donations of living organs rise to 4.9% in Saudi Arabia in 2024

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has decided to carry out inspection visits to private sector establishments if they delayed submitting their wage protection files for 20 days.
MHRSD to carry out inspection visits to establishments if they delayed disbursing wages for 20 days
Okaz/Saudi Gazette RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has decided to carry out inspection visits to private sector establishments if they delayed submitting their wage protection files for 20 days, Okaz has learnt from the ministry sources.The Mudad digital payroll and compliance program, under the ministry, will send a request to the Inspection Department to visit the establishments that have failed in submitting the file within the stipulated period of time. The ministry explained that the procedures begin when wages are due. The Mudad program will send an email notification to the establishment reminding it of the need to upload wage data through the program. After 10 days, another notification will be sent to establishments that have not submitted the...
August 12, 2025

MHRSD to carry out inspection visits to establishments if they delayed disbursing wages for 20 days

The GASTAT data from 2024 showed that the age group between 15 and 34 accounted for 35.9 percent of the population, with a nearly equal gender distribution of 50.3 percent male and 49.7 percent female.
GASTAT: Nearly 70% of Saudis under age of 35
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudis under the age of 35 comprised 69.4 percent of the total Saudi population. This data was revealed by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) on the occasion of the International Youth Day, which falls on August 12.The GASTAT data from 2024 showed that the age group between 15 and 34 accounted for 35.9 percent of the population, with a nearly equal gender distribution of 50.3 percent male and 49.7 percent female. Regarding Saudis and non-Saudis, individuals under 35 made up 61.4 percent of the total population.In the report, the GASTAT emphasized the vital role of youth in shaping Saudi Arabia’s development and future. These figures highlight that Saudi Arabia has a young and dynamic population, positioning its youth as a key driver of the...
August 12, 2025

GASTAT: Nearly 70% of Saudis under age of 35

Prince Saud bin Mohammed Al Saud wins International Sword at Sandhurst
RIYADH — Prince Saud bin Mohammed Al Saud has been awarded the International Sword during the Sovereign’s Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom.The International Sword is presented to the top international cadet on Sandhurst’s 44-week Commissioning Course, which assesses leadership, endurance, and character.The programme develops mental and physical resilience, teaches tactical military expertise, and instils the British Army’s core values. — SG
August 12, 2025

Prince Saud bin Mohammed Al Saud wins International Sword at Sandhurst

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