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Saudi Minister of Commerce Majed Al-Qasabi meets with British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves in Riyadh on Monday.
Al-Qasabi holds talks with UK counterpart and US business delegation
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Commerce and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Competitiveness Center Majed Al-Qasabi met with a British delegation led by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves in Riyadh on Monday. The delegation also included Britsh Minister of State for Investment Jason Stockwood, and British Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dr. Stephen Hitchen, along with several British officials. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen trade and economic relations between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, focusing on priority and emerging sectors. Discussions also covered cooperation in financial services, financial technology, e-commerce, innovation, advanced manufacturing, supply chains, competitiveness, and exports. The...
October 27, 2025

Al-Qasabi holds talks with UK counterpart and US business delegation

Saudi Arabia started implementing the first phase of the decision to raise the localization rate of accounting professions in the private sector by 40 percent, effective from Monday, Oct. 27.
Saudi Arabia starts implementing 40% localization in 44 new accounting professions
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia started implementing the first phase of the decision to raise the localization rate of accounting professions in the private sector by 40 percent, effective from Monday, Oct. 27.The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, in partnership with the Ministry of Commerce, announced that this decision will be applicable to establishments employing five or more accountants. The minimum wage for the profession has been set at SR6,000 for holders of a bachelor's degree or its equivalent, and SR4,500 for holders of a diploma or its equivalent. This is part of efforts to provide more diverse job opportunities for male and female citizens in all sectors across the Kingdom. The decision includes raising the percentage of Saudization in 44...
October 27, 2025

Saudi Arabia starts implementing 40% localization in 44 new accounting professions

Tala Al-Mazrou overcoming Thailand’s Supawadee 3–0 in the final to secure the title. (credit: Team Saudi)
Tala Al-Mazrou wins Saudi Arabia’s first eSports gold at Asian Youth Games
Saudi Gazette reportMANAMA— Saudi player Tala Al-Mazrou won a gold medal in an eSports competition at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, becoming the first Saudi woman to win such a medal.Al-Mazrou remained unbeaten throughout the eFootball tournament, defeating her Laotian opponent 2–1 before overcoming Thailand’s Supawadee 3–0 in the final to secure the title.Developed by Konami, eFootball is a football simulation game in which competitive play is typically dominated by male players, making Al-Mazrou’s victory a significant milestone for Saudi women in digital sports.The Asian Youth Games, held every four years under the Olympic Council of Asia, bring together athletes aged 14 to 17 from across the continent to compete in both physical and digital sports.Al-Mazrou is also...
October 27, 2025

Tala Al-Mazrou wins Saudi Arabia’s first eSports gold at Asian Youth Games

More than 1.5 million Umrah pilgrims arrived from abroad, representing countries from around the globe, during the last Hijri month of Rabi Al-Thani.
Hajj Ministry: 11.7 million pilgrims perform Umrah in a month
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — More than 11.7 million pilgrims performed Umrah during the last Hijri month of Rabi Al-Thani. According to the statistical data released by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in cooperation with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, this record number reflects a growing trend supported by the enhanced services and facilities provided to worshippers.The statistics indicate that more than 1.5 million Umrah pilgrims arrived from abroad, representing countries from around the globe. This underscores the positive impact of digital tools and integrated logistical services, which have made it easier for Umrah pilgrims to travel and perform their rituals with comfort and peace of mind.This increase in the...
October 27, 2025

Hajj Ministry: 11.7 million pilgrims perform Umrah in a month

Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel inaugurating the 8th Global Health Exhibition 2025 in Riyadh on Monday.
Health minister launches AI Physician experience for accurate disease diagnosis
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel announced the launch of the AI Physician experience for accurate disease diagnosis. The minister also revealed the launch of a series of new initiatives while inaugurating the eighth Global Health Exhibition 2025 in Riyadh on Monday. These include the localization of vaccine manufacturing in partnership with leading global companies, and the introduction of the smart health coach, developed in collaboration with Google.“The smart health coach, an unprecedented step, brings technology closer than ever to the health of every individual, and will soon be available on the Sehhaty,” he said. “Saudi Arabia is witnessing an unprecedented health transformation thanks to the support of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King...
October 27, 2025

Health minister launches AI Physician experience for accurate disease diagnosis

Abdullah Saleh Kamel, chairman of the Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, speaks at a cultural event in Riyadh.
Abdullah Kamel: Makkah deserves to be in the forefront of global smart cities
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Abdullah Saleh Kamel, chairman of the Makkah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, emphasized that Makkah is not only the heart of the Islamic world and the destination of Muslims, but also a city, with vast economic and development opportunities, that deserves to be in the forefront of smart cities worldwide. He made the remarks while hosting a cultural event attended by a group of dignitaries, intellectuals, entrepreneurs, and media professionals. The event marked the 34th season of Al-Abdali Ahadiya, used to hold on Sundays. Abdullah Kamel underscored the importance of the support extended by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, in his capacity as chairman of the Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites,...
October 27, 2025

Abdullah Kamel: Makkah deserves to be in the forefront of global smart cities

Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb attending a panel discussion at the Fortune Global Forum 2025 in Riyadh on Sunday.
Al-Khateeb: Saudi Arabia seeks to export tourism initiatives beyond its borders
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb emphasized that Saudi Arabia has exceeded its previous tourism goals, with the number of visitors jumping from 80 million in 2019 to 116 million at present. This figure surpasses the original target of 100 million visitors. “The target for 2030 has been raised to 150 million visitors, including 50 million international visitors, placing Saudi Arabia among the top 10 most visited countries in the world,” the minister said while attending a panel discussion at the Fortune Global Forum 2025, which began on Sunday. Al-Khateeb said that the tourism sector represents one of the cornerstones of Vision 2030, emphasizing the government's efforts to develop the sector and open new investment horizons to enhance economic...
October 26, 2025

Al-Khateeb: Saudi Arabia seeks to export tourism initiatives beyond its borders

Vice President Jessica Alupo of Uganda lands in Riyadh.
World leaders arrive in Riyadh ahead of FII9
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Heads of state and global leaders have begun arriving in the Saudi capital ahead of the 9th edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII9), which officially opens Monday in Riyadh under the theme “The Key to Prosperity.” As of Saturday, at least four of the 20 current and former heads of state expected to attend have already arrived in Riyadh, including Prime Minister Manuel Cruz of Cuba, Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa of Palestine, Prime Minister Milojko Spajic of Montenegro, and Vice President Jessica Alupo of Uganda. Set to be held at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center (KAICC) from October 27, the event will bring together some of the world’s most influential voices in investment, innovation, and global development to address...
October 26, 2025

World leaders arrive in Riyadh ahead of FII9

The High-Level Coordination Meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution held in Riyadh on Sunday.
Riyadh hosts High-Level Coordination Meeting of Global Alliance for Two-State Solution
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh hosted on Sunday the High-Level Coordination Meeting of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, co-chaired by Saudi Arabia, Norway, and the European Union.On the top of the meeting's agenda were issues such as support for the Palestinian Authority, humanitarian aid access to Gaza, implementation of the New York Declaration and US President Donald Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, according to the European Union Mission to the Gulf region. The mission sources stated that during the meeting the European side was headed by Christophe Bigot, the European Union's Special Envoy for the Middle East Peace Process. It is noteworthy that Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan inaugurated the...
October 26, 2025

Riyadh hosts High-Level Coordination Meeting of Global Alliance for Two-State Solution

MWL chief discusses role of scholars in promoting unity during Sudan visit
KHARTOUM — Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa met with a delegation of scholars from Sudan to discuss the role of religious leaders in promoting national unity and enhancing religious awareness across Sudanese society. The meeting took place as part of Dr. Al-Issa’s official visit to Sudan, during which he held several discussions and oversaw the signing of agreements covering legal, social, cultural, humanitarian, and development fields.— SG
October 26, 2025

MWL chief discusses role of scholars in promoting unity during Sudan visit

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