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Madinah topped all cities across Saudi Arabia in occupancy rates for tourist hospitality facilities during the first half of 2025, reaching 74.7 percent.
Madinah tops Saudi cities in hospitality occupancy rate, reaching 74.7%
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — Madinah topped all cities across Saudi Arabia in occupancy rates for tourist hospitality facilities during the first half of 2025, reaching 74.7 percent, according to a report published by the Ministry of Tourism.The city's licensed hospitality sector saw substantial growth, with total licensed facilities reaching 538, including 69 new licenses, and total hotel rooms of 64,569, including 6,628 newly added rooms.The growth underscores Madinah's position as a major destination for religious tourism and reflects the impact of large-scale development projects that are enhancing accommodation capacity and service quality, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
October 04, 2025

Madinah tops Saudi cities in hospitality occupancy rate, reaching 74.7%

The gates of Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University saw visitors of book fair packing from the first hours of its opening, all eager to explore the latest in the world of books.
Riyadh International Book Fair draws huge crowds  
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Riyadh International Book Fair 2025 has been witnessing a large turnout of book fans representing various segments of the Saudi society, including citizens and expatriates. The gates of Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University saw visitors packing from the first hours of its opening, all eager to explore the latest in the world of books.Publishing houses at the fair received a great deal of attention, and the event was noted for its high-quality organization and the provision of excellent services for visitors, exhibitors, and guests. The reading pavilions and various workshops and cultural events held on the sidelines of the fair were crowded with attendees.Visitors praised the quality of books available and highlighted the significant cultural,...
October 04, 2025

Riyadh International Book Fair draws huge crowds  

Saudi Arabia enforces new housing support rules with points-based priority system
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has put into effect the executive regulations for the Housing Support Law, setting a detailed legal and procedural framework that defines eligibility conditions and priority criteria for citizens seeking state-provided housing support.Published in the official gazette Umm Al-Qura following Cabinet approval, the new regulations establish a comprehensive points-based system as the main mechanism to assess applications and determine allocation paths, while also setting clear requirements on residency, property ownership, and financial capacity.Applicants must be Saudi nationals with their families residing in the Kingdom.Neither the applicant nor family members can own suitable housing at the time of application or within the year before signing a...
October 04, 2025

Saudi Arabia enforces new housing support rules with points-based priority system

In a brief celebratory video from the Oval Office, United States President Donald Trump expressed hope that hostages would soon be returned to their families.
Trump thanks Saudi Arabia and others for supporting Gaza peace plan
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — United States President Donald Trump praised Arab and Muslim nations for supporting his Middle East peace plan, calling it “a big day.” He especially thanked Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, and Turkey, along with “so many others.”In a brief celebratory video from the Oval Office, he expressed hope that hostages would soon be returned to their families. Reacting to the response of Hamas to his peace proposal, Trump said in another video uploaded on his Truth Social platform Friday evening that “so many people fought so hard. This is a big day.”Trump thanked countries involved in the Middle East peace plan and described the initiative as nearly finalized. “This is a big day. We’ll see how it all turns out. We have to get the final word down...
October 04, 2025

Trump thanks Saudi Arabia and others for supporting Gaza peace plan

Saudi Arabia launches second phase of design guidelines for national architecture in seven cities
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has begun the second phase of implementing its national architectural design guidelines, extending the initiative to major government projects and commercial buildings in seven cities: Dammam, Khobar, Qatif, Hail, Baha, Madinah, and Najran.The first phase was rolled out earlier in Abha, Taif, and Al-Ahsa.The initiative is part of the “Saudi Architecture Map,” launched in March by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, chairman of the Supreme Committee for the Design Guidelines.The map outlines 19 architectural styles inspired by the Kingdom’s diverse geographic and cultural characteristics. It aims to strengthen national architectural identity, enhance quality of life, and improve the urban landscape.To support the rollout,...
October 03, 2025

Saudi Arabia launches second phase of design guidelines for national architecture in seven cities

Saudi Arabia, France inaugurate Villa Hegra in AlUla as first joint cultural institution
Saudi Gazette report ALULA — The Board of Trustees of Villa Hegra held its first meeting in AlUla on Thursday, chaired by Saudi Minister of Culture and Governor of the Royal Commission for AlUla Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, to discuss ways to achieve the foundation’s mission as a global hub for cultural exchange.Prince Badr, alongside French Culture Minister Rachida Dati, inaugurated the new Villa Hegra building, an innovative cultural space dedicated to celebrating heritage and fostering creativity and knowledge exchange worldwide.The ceremony was attended by senior officials and cultural leaders from both countries.Prince Badr said in a post on X that the inauguration was made possible with the support of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.He described Villa...
October 03, 2025

Saudi Arabia, France inaugurate Villa Hegra in AlUla as first joint cultural institution

Saudi and French ministers review $2.2bn AlUla partnership and expand cooperation
Saudi Gazette report ALULA — Saudi Arabia and France reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their strategic partnership during a ministerial meeting in AlUla, highlighting expanded cooperation across cultural, educational, environmental, and economic sectors.The meeting of the “Saudi-French Joint Ministerial Committee on AlUla,” held Thursday, was co-chaired by Saudi Minister of Culture and Governor of the Royal Commission for AlUla Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan and French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, with the participation of ministers from both sides.The two sides reviewed key achievements of their bilateral partnership and explored future pathways of collaboration, underscoring AlUla’s role as a global model for innovation, sustainable growth, and international...
October 03, 2025

Saudi and French ministers review $2.2bn AlUla partnership and expand cooperation

Saudi minister of defense, Qatari deputy PM discuss over phone enhancing defense ties
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman held phone talks with Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani on Thursday.The ministers reviewed the fraternal relations between the two countries in the defense field and ways to further enhance them. They also discussed regional and international developments of mutual interest.
October 03, 2025

Saudi minister of defense, Qatari deputy PM discuss over phone enhancing defense ties

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing the Munich Security Conference Leaders' Meeting in AlUla.
Saudi FM attends AlUla conference session focusing on latest Gaza situation
Saudi Gazette report ALULA — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan participated in a panel discussion on peace pathways between Palestine and Israel during the Munich Security Conference Leaders' Meeting in AlUla. The panel discussion focused the latest developments regarding the war in the Gaza Strip, efforts to achieve a ceasefire, and related international initiatives.The session was attended by Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa, via video conference, and the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot. It also highlighted the declarations made by numerous countries recognizing the State of Palestine, as part of advancing the implementation of the two-state solution and enhancing stability in the region.The session further...
October 03, 2025

Saudi FM attends AlUla conference session focusing on latest Gaza situation

Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel receives Syria’s Minister of Culture Mohammed Yassin in Riyadh on Thursday.
Saudi, Syrian ministers discuss collaboration for health and culture integration
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel received Syria’s Minister of Culture Mohammed Yassin Saleh at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh on Thursday.During the meeting, the ministers explored areas of cooperation aimed at enhancing integration between the fields of culture and health. They emphasized that exchanging expertise is key to promoting a culture of health in Syria.The Syrian minister also visited the Command and Control Center, as well as the Seha Virtual Hospital, which provides remote healthcare services through advanced digital technologies and AI.The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to further strengthen collaboration between the two sides, aiming to deepen the integration of health and culture.3 electricity and renewable energy...
October 02, 2025

Saudi, Syrian ministers discuss collaboration for health and culture integration

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