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COVID-19: Saudi Arabia announces 2,238 new coronavirus cases, 34 deaths
Saudi Arabia has reported 2,238 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of infected people in the Kingdom to 260,394. Thirty- four people have died due to complications caused by COVID-19, pushing the mortality tally to 2,635, the
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Saudi navy celebrates launch of new vessels
Royal Saudi Navy celebrated the launch of its first Avante 2200 corvette, state news agency SPA reported. The ship – named Al-Jubail – was unveiled by Spanish shipbuilder Navantia on Wednesday and is one of the five in the Royal Saudi
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Saudi products ready for quality status recognition
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has drawn up a list of products that could be registered as a geographical indication (GI). Produced in coordination with national authorities, the list includes agricultural, food, handicraft,
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Saudi institution, ACAMS sign deal to fight financial crimes
Saudi Arabia’s Financial Academy on Monday signed an agreement with the US-based Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering
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Makkah Grand Mosque to remain closed during Eid Al-Adha to stop virus spread
The safety of pilgrims had been the top priority in preparing for this year’s Hajj, Saudi security officials said on
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Saudi Heritage Authority gets board of directors
The Saudi Ministry of Culture on Tuesday announced the formation of the board of directors of the Heritage Authority to be headed by Culture Minister
Read MoreSaudi king, crown prince congratulate Kuwait Emir on successful surgery
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has congratulated the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Sabah on successfully undergoing surgery. The king said Saudi Arabia and its people were praying for the emir’s “health and
Read MoreNo specific date for the resumption of international flight in Saudi Arabia: aviation authority
Saudi Arabia’s aviation authority has said there is still no specific date for the return of international flights in Saudi Arabia. The General Civil Aviation Authority (GACA) tweeted the announcement on Wednesday morning. GACA
Read MoreBelgian envoy to Kingdom praises ‘openness, curiosity’ of Saudi people
Belgium celebrates its foundation on July 21. While festivities are usually filled with guests, good music and delicious foods, this year the multilingual country, to the northwest of France, is taking a different and unique approach. The
Read MorePrayers pour in for King Salman on social media after medical tests
Social media platforms were abuzz with the news about King Salman undergoing medical tests on Monday. The royal court said the king was admitted to King Faisal Special Hospital. Saudis and non-Saudis took to Twitter to wish a speedy recovery to
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