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According to the report of the National Industrial and Mining Information Center, the total number of industrial licenses issued by the ministry from the beginning of January until the end of April 2023 reached 484.
99 industrial licenses, with investments of SR20 billion, were issued in May
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has issued 99 industrial licenses, with investments amounting to SR20.1 billion during the month of May 2023.These licenses are distributed over six activities, of which 16 licenses were issued in food manufacturing sector. According to the report of the National Industrial and Mining Information Center, the total number of industrial licenses issued by the ministry from the beginning of January until the end of April 2023 reached 484. The number of factories that are existing and under various phases of construction in the Kingdom until the end of April reached 10,966, with a volume of investments worth SR1.474 trillion.Small enterprises acquired most of the new industrial licenses, reaching 88.89 percent,...
July 23, 2023

99 industrial licenses, with investments of SR20 billion, were issued in May

The KSRelief announced that the percentage of visitor refugees within Saudi Arabia reached 5.5 percent of the total Saudi population.
Saudi Arabia spends $18.57 billion on ‘visitor’ refugees in 12 years
Okaz/Saudi Gazette JEDDAH — The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) affirmed that Saudi Arabia is one of the few countries that hosts the largest number of refugees who enjoy the status of visitors. The Kingdom has spent a total of more than $18 billion during the period of past 12 years. These refugees hail from Yemen and Syria as well as Rohingya Muslims of Myanmar.According to a report of the KSRelief, Saudi Arabia provides them with free treatment and education, and is keen on their integration into the Saudi society, through their presence in all regions of the Kingdom, and providing jobs and educational opportunities in public schools.The KSRelief announced that the percentage of visitor refugees within the Kingdom reached 5.5 percent of the total Saudi...
July 23, 2023

Saudi Arabia spends $18.57 billion on ‘visitor’ refugees in 12 years

Riyadh Art: Wafa AlQunibt
Riyadh Art launches open call for artists to participate in Tuwaiq Sculpture 2024
RIYADH — Riyadh Art has launched the open call for the 5th edition of Tuwaiq Sculpture, an annual sculpture symposium that brings local and international artists together to create public artworks that later become an integral part of Riyadh’s urban fabric.In parallel to the sculpting process in a live setting, Tuwaiq Sculpture boasts a diverse program of talks, workshops, and educational activities engaging a range of communities.Since its inception, Tuwaiq Sculpture has engaged with over 90 world-renowned sculptors and thousands of visitors. It is an integral part of the Riyadh Art public initiative, which aims to transform the city into a gallery without walls.Through the project, more than 1,000 artworks will be displayed across Riyadh, in neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces,...
July 23, 2023

Riyadh Art launches open call for artists to participate in Tuwaiq Sculpture 2024

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has limited the granting of consultancy licenses for industry and mining to only Saudis with practical experience of not less than three years
Industrial and mining consultancy licenses only to Saudis with a bachelor’s degree
Okaz/Saudi Gazette JEDDAH — The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has stipulated two conditions for those who are entitled to obtain industrial and mining consultancy licenses. According to the conditions, only Saudi citizens with a minimum qualification of a university bachelor’s degree can apply for the license, of which the procedures will commence during this week. The ministry has allocated three categories for the provision of the consultancy license. In the category A, the licensee required to obtain 10 points while the category B requires the licensee to obtain 15 points. The category C requires the licensee to obtain a minimum of 20 points.Holders of a bachelor’s degree will be classified as having obtained five points, while holders of a master’s degree will have...
July 23, 2023

Industrial and mining consultancy licenses only to Saudis with a bachelor’s degree

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah indicated that the advantages of the Umrah insurance policy for pilgrims from abroad covers 4 cases up to SR100,000.
Umrah insurance advantages for pilgrims from abroad covers 4 cases up to SR100,000
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah indicated that the advantages of the Umrah insurance policy for pilgrims from abroad covers 4 cases up to SR100,000.The Ministry indicated that the Umrah insurance policy is a mandatory document for all pilgrims coming from outside Saudi Arabia, noting that it is included in the visa fees, and provides its holder with comprehensive coverage.As for its coverage, it includes 4 cases, which are coverage of emergency health cases, emergency COVID-19 injury, general accidents and deaths, in addition to the cancelation or delay of departing flights.Benefits from the mandatory Umrah insurance policy for pilgrims from outside the Kingdom, is up to SR100,000, the Ministry confirmed.The Ministry called on all people who have more...
July 23, 2023

Umrah insurance advantages for pilgrims from abroad covers 4 cases up to SR100,000

The PIF has announced the establishment of Al Madinah Heritage Company (MHC), to enhance production of Saudi Ajwa dates, which are widely considered among the finest dates in the world.
PIF establishes Al Madinah Heritage company to enhance production of Saudi Ajwa dates
RIYADH — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) has announced the establishment of Al Madinah Heritage Company (MHC), to enhance production of Saudi Ajwa dates, which are widely considered among the finest dates in the world.The new company will play a key role in improving the quality and production capacity of Ajwa dates in the Madinah region.Ajwa dates are considered to be among the finest dates in the world due to their high nutritional value and significant health benefits, and a rich source of fiber, protein antioxidants and other nutritious factors.In addition, Ajwa dates have a religious and cultural value in the Muslim world, and for visitors to the Madinah region, in particular.MHC will focus on promoting and distributing Ajwa dates both locally and internationally in addition to...
July 23, 2023

PIF establishes Al Madinah Heritage company to enhance production of Saudi Ajwa dates

Saudi Arabia arrests 13,931 illegals in a week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Around 13,931 violators of residency, labor laws and border security regulations were arrested in various regions of the Kingdom within a week. According to the Ministry of Interior the arrests were made during the joint field campaigns carried out by various units of the security forces across the Kingdom during the week from July 13 to 19.The arrests included 7,667 violators of the residency system, 4,108 violators of the border security rules, and 2,156 violators of the labor laws.Another 874 people were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom, 79% were Yemenis, 18% Ethiopians, and 3% of other nationalities, with 85 violators being caught trying to cross the border to exit Saudi Arabia.Nine persons, who were involved in transporting...
July 23, 2023

Saudi Arabia arrests 13,931 illegals in a week

The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture urged animal owners and herders not to leave their animals under blazing sun. It warned them against causing any harm or suffering to animals by exposing them to high temperatures during the current summer season. — Courtesy photo: Shutterstock
Environment ministry: Leaving animals under blazing sun a punishable offense
Okaz/Saudi Gazette JEDDAH — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture urged animal owners and herders not to leave their animals under blazing sun. It warned them against causing any harm or suffering to animals by exposing them to high temperatures during the current summer season. The ministry called on animal owners to take all precautionary measures not to cause any harm to animals. It also stressed to abide by the principle of animal welfare, according to what was stated in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Animal Welfare Act.The ministry’s media center said in a statement that in view of the rising temperatures, special measures must be taken to protect animals from extreme heat by providing food and water on a permanent basis as well as to prepare barns and shelters to...
July 23, 2023

Environment ministry: Leaving animals under blazing sun a punishable offense

Saudi Arabia and Oman cooperate in thwarting an attempt to smuggle 6,072,291 amphetamine tablets hidden in a shipment of sweets and nuts.
Saudi Arabia, Oman cooperate in thwarting attempt to smuggle over 6m amphetamine tablets
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia and Oman cooperate in thwarting an attempt to smuggle 6,072,291 amphetamine tablets hidden in a shipment of sweets and nuts.Spokesperson of the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) Maj. Marwan Al-Hazimi said that the security follow-up of drug smuggling and promotion networks targeting the security of Saudi Arabia and its youth has succeeded in thwarting this quantity with cooperation between its counterpart in Oman and the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA).He clarified that they have arrested two persons, a resident and an expatriate with a visit visa of Syrian nationality, who were receiving this quantity of the amphetamine tablets in Riyadh, adding that they have taken the preliminary legal measures against them, and then...
July 23, 2023

Saudi Arabia, Oman cooperate in thwarting attempt to smuggle over 6m amphetamine tablets

The General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) has stressed the importance for passengers of sitting in the places designated for them in the vehicle in order to ensure their safety.
SR900 fine if seating in places not designated for passengers in the vehicle
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) has stressed the importance for passengers of sitting in the places designated for them in the vehicle in order to ensure their safety.The Muroor stated that passengers sitting in seats not designated for them in the car exposes them to danger and is also considered a violation.According to Saudi Arabia's Traffic Law, anyone who transports passengers while sitting in places not designated for them, will be imposed with a minimum fine of SR500, and a maximum of SR900.The Muroor noted that the application of the maximum limit for violations in the new traffic law is only done through the traffic separation bodies.
July 23, 2023

SR900 fine if seating in places not designated for passengers in the vehicle

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