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Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al-Ibrahim meets with European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis in Riyadh.
Minister Al-Ibrahim meets with senior European Commission officials
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al-Ibrahim met with high ranking officials of European Commission in Riyadh. The meetings were also attended by Head of Saudi Mission to the EU Ambassador Haifa AlJedea.During his meeting with European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis, they discussed enhancing joint collaboration in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and the latest economic developments of mutual interest.Al-Ibrahim also met with European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica to discuss strengthening collaboration in several fields, as well as the latest developments of mutual concern. During the meeting between Al-Ibrahim and Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the European Commission Simon Mordue, they...
September 17, 2025

Minister Al-Ibrahim meets with senior European Commission officials

SAMA emphasized that these measures ensure uninterrupted financial services while accommodating holiday observances.
SAMA announces official holidays and working hours for banks and RTGS until 2029
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has announced the official holiday schedule and working hours for financial institutions under its supervision, as well as for the Saudi Arabian Riyal Interbank Express System (RTGS), covering the next four years from 2026 to 2029.For Eid al-Fitr, financial institutions will close from Tuesday, March 17, 2026, until Monday, March 23, 2026; from Sunday, March 7, 2027, until Thursday, March 11, 2027; from Sunday, February 27, 2028, until Thursday, March 2, 2028; and from Monday, February 12, 2029, until Sunday, February 18, 2029.For Eid al-Adha, closures will run from Sunday, May 24, 2026, until Thursday, May 28, 2026; from Sunday, May 16, 2027, until Thursday, May 20, 2027; from Wednesday, May 3, 2028, until Tuesday, May 9, 2028;...
September 17, 2025

SAMA announces official holidays and working hours for banks and RTGS until 2029

Absher carries out over 41 million digital transactions in August
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior’s electronic platform, Absher, carried out a total of 41,091,768 electronic transactions in August 2025 for beneficiaries through both Absher Individuals and Absher Business platforms.Through Absher Individuals, the number of transactions reached 38,429,678, and these included 30,794,714 document viewing transactions via the digital wallet available for citizens, residents, and visitors through the Absher application. Meanwhile, Absher Business transactions accounted for 2,662,090.Transactions conducted for services of the General Directorate of Public Security totaled 3,730,890, with 3,629,468 transactions processed at the General Department of Traffic. The number of transactions in the General Directorate of Passports reached...
September 17, 2025

Absher carries out over 41 million digital transactions in August

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and 
US Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack sign a roadmap in Damascus on Tuesday to restore security and peace in the southern Syrian governorate of Suwayda.
Saudi Arabia welcomes Syria’s roadmap to resolve Suwayda crisis
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed on Wednesday the announcement of Syria on reaching a roadmap to resolve the crisis in the southern Suwayda Governorate. It praised the efforts made by Jordan and the United States in this regard.Saudi Arabia reiterated its support for all measures undertaken by Syria to achieve security and stability, safeguard its resources and territorial integrity, and advance the building of state institutions and the rule of law in a way that fulfills the aspirations of the Syrian people for a more stable and prosperous country.Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani announced on Tuesday a seven-step roadmap to resolve the crisis in the southern city of Suwayda, following talks in Damascus with his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi, and US...
September 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia welcomes Syria’s roadmap to resolve Suwayda crisis

The sector now makes up 0.40 percent of the Kingdom’s total GDP and 0.71 percent of non-oil activities.
Saudi cybersecurity market hits SR15.2 billion in 2024, NCA report shows
RIYADH — The size of Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity market reached SR15.2 billion ($4.05 billion) in 2024, according to a new report by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA).The figure represents a 14 percent increase compared to 2023, driven by rising demand across both the public and private sectors.The NCA’s report, titled “Key Economic Indicators in the Cybersecurity Sector 2025,” revealed that public sector spending totaled SR4.8 billion, or 32 percent of the market, while private sector spending stood at SR10.3 billion, accounting for 68 percent.The contribution of the cybersecurity sector to Saudi Arabia’s GDP in 2024 amounted to SR18.5 billion, marking a 19 percent year-on-year rise. Of this, SR9 billion came from direct contributions by cybersecurity product and...
September 17, 2025

Saudi cybersecurity market hits SR15.2 billion in 2024, NCA report shows

Justice minister inspects courts, notarial offices in Northern Borders Region
RIYADH — Minister of Justice Dr. Walid Al-Samaani inspected judicial facilities in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region, including courts and notarial offices, to review operational progress and the quality of services provided to clients.In a meeting with judges and Ministry of Justice staff, Al-Samaani reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to raising judicial standards through legal training programs and efficiency-focused projects.He also engaged directly with several clients, listened to their feedback, and instructed ministry officials to address their needs.The minister further assessed the region’s key judicial requirements to ensure smoother and more reliable transaction processing for the public.The visit is part of Al-Samaani’s ongoing nationwide oversight of courts...
September 17, 2025

Justice minister inspects courts, notarial offices in Northern Borders Region

Saudi Arabia called on the permanent members of the UN Security Council to take immediate and decisive action to halt the ongoing killing, starvation, and displacement of the Palestinians.
Saudi Arabia slams Israeli incursions into Gaza Strip
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed Saudi Arabia's strongest condemnation of the Israeli occupation forces' incursions into the Gaza Strip and their ongoing crimes against the Palestinian people. The Saudi condemnation comes amid the international community's failure to take effective measures to end this criminal act in violation of international law and international humanitarian law.The Kingdom warned of the grave dangers posed by the continued brutal Israeli campaign against the Gaza Strip and its civilian population. Saudi Arabia called on the permanent members of the UN Security Council to take immediate and decisive action to halt the ongoing killing, starvation, and displacement of the Palestinians.Saudi Arabia urged the...
September 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia slams Israeli incursions into Gaza Strip

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman meets with the Commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh on Tuesday.
Saudi defense minister and US Central Command chief discuss defense cooperation
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman met with the Commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Admiral Brad Cooper in Riyadh on Tuesday.During the meeting, they discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation between the two friendly countries in defense fields, as well as recent developments in the region and joint efforts to maintain international security and peace.Chief of General Staff Lt. Gen. Fayyad Al-Ruwaili, Commander of the Joint Forces Lt. Gen. Fahd Al-Salman, and Advisor to the Minister of Defense for Intelligence Affairs Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif attended the meeting.U.S. embassy Chargé d'Affaires ad interim to Saudi Arabia Alison Dilworth was also present, along with several U.S. officials in the meeting.
September 17, 2025

Saudi defense minister and US Central Command chief discuss defense cooperation

Saudi Arabia renewed its call on the international community to take serious steps to enforce international resolutions, implement the two-state solution, and put an end to the suffering of the Palestinian people.
Saudi Arabia welcomes UN report on Israel’s genocide crimes in Gaza
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed the findings of the report issued by the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry that blamed Israel for genocide crimes in Gaza. The report included facts regarding the Israeli occupation forces committing genocide crimes against unarmed civilians in the Gaza Strip.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement that this report clearly demonstrates the crimes and violations to which the Palestinian people are being subjected.The Kingdom renewed its call on the international community to take serious steps to enforce international resolutions, implement the two-state solution, and put an end to the suffering of the Palestinian people.
September 17, 2025

Saudi Arabia welcomes UN report on Israel’s genocide crimes in Gaza

Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman meets with Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani in Riyadh on Tuesday.
Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iran’s Larijani discuss enhancing security
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman held talks with Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani in Riyadh on Tuesday.During the meeting, the two officials reviewed Saudi-Iranian relations and discussed regional developments, focusing on efforts to enhance security and stability. They also addressed several other topics of mutual interest.Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban; Head of the General Intelligence Presidency Khalid Al-Humaidan; and several other Saudi officials attended the meeting.From the Iranian side, Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati and other officials also attended.
September 17, 2025

Prince Khalid bin Salman and Iran’s Larijani discuss enhancing security

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