JEDDAH: Oman is accelerating efforts to boost its industrial sector and attract high-value, technology-driven investments through an official delegation visit to China. The delegation, led by Saleh Said Masan, undersecretary for commerce and industry at Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, toured several major Chinese manufacturing facilities. The visits aim to enhance bilateral…
LONDON: Gulf and Arab nations have issued coordinated statements reaffirming their support for Yemen’s internationally recognized government and stressing the importance of regional security, following the withdrawal of Emirati forces from the country. The diplomatic responses came after air operations by the coalition backing Yemen’s government targeted what was described as a shipment of weapons…
Saudi Arabia’s National Afforestation Program has identified more than 165 native plant species suitable for afforestation projects in the Asir region, underscoring the area’s rich environmental diversity and its role in the Kingdom’s long-term sustainability strategy. The initiative forms part of national efforts to increase vegetation cover, reduce land degradation, and support environmental objectives aligned…
Saudi Arabia has publicly accused the United Arab Emirates of taking “extremely dangerous” actions in Yemen, following limited airstrikes on Mukalla port earlier this week. The strikes came amid allegations that two UAE ships delivered weapons and combat vehicles to separatist forces in southern Yemen. In an official statement, the Saudi Foreign Ministry described the…
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has suspended an Umrah company and its overseas agent for failing to provide contracted accommodation to pilgrims, the ministry announced on Sunday. The ministry said the company violated regulations governing services for Umrah pilgrims and visitors to the two holy mosques, noting that several pilgrims arrived in the…
Amina Al-Anzi, a falconer from the Northern Borders of Saudi Arabia, has shared her experiences raising and training falcons, highlighting the Kingdom’s enduring connection to its ancestral traditions. Her journey reflects a transition from childhood fascination to disciplined expertise grounded in patience, learning, and incremental skill-building. Al-Anzi told local authorities that her interest in falcons…
The Saudi Fashion Commission has launched an executive master’s program in collaboration with the Institut Français de la Mode, one of the world’s leading fashion institutions, marking a new milestone in specialized education for the sector. The 15-month Executive Master’s in Fashion and Luxury is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership and managerial…
A coalition of Arab and Islamic nations, together with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), has strongly rejected Israel’s recent recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. The decision, announced on December 26, has sparked widespread diplomatic condemnation. In a joint statement released on Saturday, foreign ministers described Israel’s recognition as an unprecedented violation of…
Dubai – Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman has called on the Southern Transitional Council (STC) to respond positively to Saudi-Emirati mediation efforts and reduce tensions in eastern Yemen. He urged the STC to withdraw its forces from camps in Hadramout and Al-Mahra and hand them over peacefully to local authorities. In a statement…
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – Honey has been a staple at Mahra Hamad Al Naqbi’s home, but for the 13-year-old, it became more than just a table treat—it became a passion. At age 10, Mahra placed her first two beehives in her backyard, embarking on a journey that would soon take her to the international…
