Saudi Arabia counts major achievements in combating corruption
RIYADH, 10 December: In observance of International Corruption Day, which falls annually on Dec. 9, the Saudi Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority, known as Nazaha, hosted a virtual forum on the role of protecting whistleblowers in strengthening efforts to combat financial and administrative corruption. The International Anti-Corruption Day this year carries the theme, “Uniting with Youth […]
Riyadh to host traditional games festival
RIYADH, 10 December: The Heritage Commission will host the International Festival of Traditional Games in Riyadh from Dec. 19 to 25, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The event will showcase the value of traditional games, promote cultural exchange, and introduce the diverse identities of participating countries. Visitors will be able to explore and […]
MWL chief meets members of US Congress
WASHINGTON, 10 December: Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim World League, met with various members of the US Congress, leaders of think tanks and research centers, and policymakers in Washington, D.C., the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. During the open dialogue, Al-Issa addressed topics related to the goals of the league. […]
Kingdom, Italy discuss expanding judicial cooperation during key Riyadh meeting
RIYADH, 10 December: Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Minister of Justice Najem Al-Zaid met with Italy’s Supreme Court of Cassation President Margherita Cassano in Riyadh on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed ways to expand judicial and legal cooperation between the two countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Al-Zaid highlighted the significant advancements in the Kingdom’s judicial […]
Saudi crown prince welcomes UK PM in Riyadh
RIYADH, 10 December: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh. The leaders held a meeting, Saudi Press Agency reported. Earlier on Monday, Starmer and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed “shared their perspectives on the evolving situation in Syria,” the prime minister’s office said. The […]
Visitors explore falconry’s history at Riyadh festival
RIYADH, 10 December: The digital museum at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival, hosted by the Saudi Falcons Club until Dec. 19 at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, offers enriching information about falcons in both Arabic and English. The museum, an integrated electronic platform at the festival, presents details about falcons, including species, […]
Kyrgyz muftis explore Islamic heritage in Makkah
MAKKAH, 10 December: The mufti and deputy mufti of Kyrgyzstan expressed their admiration for the cultural and cognitive heritage displayed at the Hira Cultural District in Makkah. Sheikh Abdulaziz Zakirov and his deputy, Sheikh Joldoshbek Abdyldaev, were on a visit to the district, the Saudi Press Agency reported. During the visit, Zakirov and Abdyldaev were […]
South Korea vows unhindered preparations for US policy shifts amid political turmoil
Sejong, Dec 10 (IANS) South Korea’s trade ministry said Tuesday it will work closely with related government agencies and local businesses to avoid any disruptions in preparing for the launch of the new US administration amid ongoing domestic political turmoil. Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo discussed such strategies with trade and international relations experts in Seoul, […]
South Korean PM pleads for collective efforts to stabilise state affairs, unite nation
Seoul, Dec 10 (IANS) South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo made a plea to political leaders and civil society to make efforts to stabilise state affairs and unite the nation to address political turmoil triggered by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s botched martial law declaration. Han made the remark during the first Cabinet meeting held after […]
Ghana’s president-elect vows governance reforms to spur national development
Accra, Dec 10 (IANS) Ghana’s President-elect John Dramani Mahama vowed to “initiate important governance reforms and sometimes severe measures” over the next four years to reset the nation and bring it back on track as “the Black Star of Africa.” Mahama made the remarks in a speech to thousands of party supporters at his campaign […]
