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Data from the 2024 railway transport statistics issued by GASTAT showed that the intra-city trains accounted for the largest percentage of passengers, reaching 72.8 percent, while inter-city train passengers accounted for 27.2 percent.
Total number of train passengers soars 41% crossing 42 million in 2024
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — There has been 40.9 percent increase in the number of train passengers reaching approximately 42.7 million during the year 2024 compared to 2023, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).Data from the 2024 railway transport statistics issued by GASTAT showed that the intra-city trains accounted for the largest percentage of passengers, reaching 72.8 percent, while inter-city train passengers accounted for 27.2 percent. Passengers traveled a distance exceeding 12.5 million kilometers across 35,600 trips during the year. The fourth quarter of 2024 recorded the highest percentage in terms of the number of passengers transported, accounting for 36.7 percent of the annual total.Regarding freight transport, the data indicated that the total volume...
October 16, 2025

Total number of train passengers soars 41% crossing 42 million in 2024

The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing noted that the practice of subdividing of buildings into units illegally impacts negatively the urban fabric of cities, causing a disturbing increase in population density, and directly impacting basic services and parking spaces on the streets surrounding these buildings.
Maximum fine of SR25,000 for unlicensed subdivision of buildings
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Fines ranging between SR5000 and SR25,000 will be slapped on landlords for subdividing a building into units in violation of the building permit. The violators are obligated to remove the violation at their own expense.This is among the provisions of the updated regulations pertaining to penalties for municipal violations approved by the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing. The ministry’s move comes as part of its efforts to regulate the urban environment, ensure the safety of facilities, and adhere to approved municipal regulations and licenses.In cases where removing the violation is structurally impossible due to its impact on the building's safety, the violator will be penalized by paying half the cost of the building in question and will be...
October 16, 2025

Maximum fine of SR25,000 for unlicensed subdivision of buildings

The Ministry of Commerce urged owners to check whether their motorcycle’s chassis number is included in the recall and to contact the authorized service centers to arrange for free repairs.
Commerce Ministry recalls 1,316 Suzuki motorcycles over defective brake
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Commerce has announced the recall of 1,316 Suzuki GSX250 and GSX250F motorcycles, model years 2022–2025, due to a defect in the rear brake system that may result in reduced braking performance and increase the risk of accidents.The ministry urged owners to check whether their motorcycle’s chassis number is included in the recall and to contact the authorized service centers to arrange for free repairs.Service centers can be reached at the following numbers: Riyadh (0114505006), Jeddah (0122614228), and Al-Khobar (0138592848).The ministry allows consumers to check defective goods and products included in recall campaigns via the Defective Products Recall Center website at http://recalls.sa.
October 16, 2025

Commerce Ministry recalls 1,316 Suzuki motorcycles over defective brake

The Ministry of Health stated that cholesterol-lowering drugs, including Statin, are approved both internationally and locally by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority.
Health ministry says Statin drugs safe; warns against misinformation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Health stated that cholesterol-lowering drugs, including Statin, are approved both internationally and locally by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA). These medications are safe and effective, widely used to prevent heart disease and strokes and to reduce complications in patients with high cholesterol or related chronic conditions.In a statement, the ministry said that it has come to its notice, in coordination with the General Authority of Media Regulation, the spread of misleading information on social media platforms regarding statin cholesterol-lowering medications. “This misinformation is leading some patients to stop taking their prescriptions without consulting their physicians, posing a direct risk to their health,” it...
October 16, 2025

Health ministry says Statin drugs safe; warns against misinformation

Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley addressing the Rome Water Dialogue.
Alfadley: Saudi Arabia is in forefront of initiatives to resolve global water crisis 
Saudi Gazette reportROME — Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley affirmed that Saudi Arabia is moving ahead with major global initiatives, particularly the Global Water Organization, to bring countries together to find solutions to the global water crisis. This effort will also focus on connecting critical sectors like farming, energy, health, and the environment, while making sure that the private sector is involved.Alfadley made these remarks while addressing the Rome Water Dialogue, which is part of the World Food Forum, organized by the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) from October 10 to 17, coinciding with the FAO's 80th anniversary celebration.Alfadley highlighted Saudi Arabia’s position as a global leader in water. He noted...
October 16, 2025

Alfadley: Saudi Arabia is in forefront of initiatives to resolve global water crisis 

Saudi Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan speaks at the IMF-World Bank Week at Atlantic Council in Washington.
Al-Jadaan highlights progress in Saudi Vision implementation at U.S. Chamber of Commerce Roundtable Meeting
Saudi Gazette reportWASHINGTON — Saudi Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan attended the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Roundtable Meeting on Wednesday, held on the sidelines of the World Bank Group (WBG) and International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Annual Meetings in Washington, D.C.During the meeting, Al-Jadaan highlighted the progress made under Saudi Vision 2030, which has evolved from the planning stage to full-scale implementation. He said that the Vision is proceeding as planned while maintaining the agility to adapt to global economic developments.The minister also underscored the pivotal role of the private sector as a key partner in driving the Kingdom's economic growth through its contribution to development and job creation for citizens.Al-Jadaan noted that the United States...
October 15, 2025

Al-Jadaan highlights progress in Saudi Vision implementation at U.S. Chamber of Commerce Roundtable Meeting

Masterplan of King Salman Gate by RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company. (Supplied)
Prince Khaled Al-Faisal: King Salman Gate project’s launch reflects Saudi leadership’s keenness on Makkah’s development
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Advisor to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Emir of Makkah Region Prince Khaled Al-Faisal affirmed that the announcement by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman about the launch of the King Salman Gate project in Makkah reflects the wise leadership's interest in development of the region in general, and the Holy Capital in particular.The Emir emphasized that the leadership of Saudi Arabia has given special attention to Makkah, as it is the Qiblah (direction in prayer) of Muslims from all over the world.He pointed out that this project, which bears a name dear to the heart of every citizen, contributes to shaping the features of a future befitting this holy place.Prince Khaled Al-Faisal asked God Almighty to safeguard this country...
October 15, 2025

Prince Khaled Al-Faisal: King Salman Gate project’s launch reflects Saudi leadership’s keenness on Makkah’s development

Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz attending the Russian Energy Week Forum in Moscow on Wednesday.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman: Energy will remain politicized
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Energy Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz emphasized that energy was and will continue to be politicized in one way or another as a tool to help some people prosper and prevent others from monetizing their resources and achieving prosperity.Addressing the Russian Energy Week Forum in Moscow on Wednesday, the Energy Minister said: "I am not a naive person who would say that we will reach a day when energy will be depoliticized. It is unfortunate that energy has been and will continue to be politicized in one way or another as a tool to help people prosper and as a tool to prevent others from monetizing their resources and achieving prosperity.""This is a reality that we must acknowledge and recognize, and this is the message we must hear: we must...
October 15, 2025

Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman: Energy will remain politicized

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) or inflation saw a slight decrease of 0.1 percent from 2.3 percent during August 2025 on a monthly basis, according to the General Authority for Statistics.
Saudi annual inflation rate slightly falls to 2.2% in September
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate reached 2.2 percent in September 2025, compared to September 2024 when it stood at 1.7 percent, and this rise was driven by increases in housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) or inflation saw a slight decrease of 0.1 percent from 2.3 percent during August 2025 on a monthly basis, according to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).The authority said that residential rents were the most prominent factor in the increase in inflation, rising by 6.7 percent, which was reflected in the housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels category, which in turn rose by 5.2 percent. Food and beverage prices also rose by 1.1 percent, affected by a 0.6 percent increase in fresh or...
October 15, 2025

Saudi annual inflation rate slightly falls to 2.2% in September

Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has approved new policies and regulations for registering workers and localizing activities in licensed tourism facilities across Saudi Arabia.
Saudi receptionist is mandatory at all tourism hospitality facilities
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb has approved new policies and regulations for registering workers and localizing activities in licensed tourism facilities across Saudi Arabia.According to the new regulations, all tourism hospitality facilities are required to have a Saudi receptionist present during working hours, reinforcing the deeply rooted values of Saudi hospitality.Employee contracts—including contractual, seconded, or seasonal—must be documented via the Ajeer platform or other approved platforms. Establishments with multiple licensed branches must register employees specifically against the facility file linked to each tourism license.Outsourcing or assigning positions subject to Saudization decisions to entities or workers outside the Kingdom...
October 15, 2025

Saudi receptionist is mandatory at all tourism hospitality facilities

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