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Harvard witnesses graduation of 60 Saudi students from elite US universities

Harvard witnesses graduation of 60 Saudi students from elite US universities
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University. (SPA)
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Updated 26 May 2024

Harvard witnesses graduation of 60 Saudi students from elite US universities

Harvard witnesses graduation of 60 Saudi students from elite US universities

RIYADH: The Saudi Club at Harvard University recently organized a graduation ceremony for Saudi graduates from Harvard University, MIT, Boston University, and Tufts University.

The event took place on Harvard’s campus in Boston and was attended by Mohammed Khashaan, director of the public diplomacy department at the Saudi Embassy in the US, Saudi Press Agency reported.

During the ceremony, Khashaan said that the distinguished Saudi students are graduating in light of the transformations occurring under Saudi Vision 2030.

He highlighted the investment in the nation’s talented individuals, and said that the Kingdom is experiencing economic, industrial, and environmental growth, accompanied by renewed opportunities for its citizens to pursue their dreams, and contribute to building the future of the nation and the world.

Additionally, US Ambassador to Ƶ, Michael Ratney, delivered a recorded speech in which he congratulated the graduating students and thanked the Saudi Club for organizing the event to celebrate their achievements.

“I have been in Ƶ for only a year, and the professional and personal opportunities here have never been greater. Your country is rich in resources, but its most valuable asset is its human capabilities,” Ratney said.

He also highlighted the diversity he has observed in various fields, from filmmaking to video game development and space travel, and expressed his happiness at witnessing this growth.


Discover Beyond Hail tour wraps up under governor’s patronage

Discover Beyond Hail tour wraps up under governor’s patronage
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Discover Beyond Hail tour wraps up under governor’s patronage

Discover Beyond Hail tour wraps up under governor’s patronage

HAIL: The Saudi Tourism Development Fund has concluded a campaign promoting travel in Hail, northwest Ƶ.

The Discover Beyond Hail tour was held under the patronage and presence of Hail Gov. Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz.

Hail was the latest stop on the tour, which covered Asir, Al-Ahsa and Taif. The wider scheme is part of a nationwide effort to spotlight untapped investment opportunities across Saudi tourism destinations.

Prince Abdulaziz was briefed about the participating entities and their content. Mohammad Al-Romaizan, chief of staff and corporate governance officer at the TDF, delivered a speech on behalf of the fund’s CEO, Qusai Al-Fakhri, underlining the significance of enhancing tourism investments in Hail.

He said: “At the Tourism Development Fund, we are dedicated to empowering private sector projects in Hail by offering tailored financial and non-financial solutions that support and empower investments in the tourism sector in a sustainable manner.

“By showcasing Hail’s rich heritage and unique cultural identity, we aim to drive sustainable investments in tourism that contribute to the region’s economic development and create a vibrant future for its communities.”

The Discover Beyond Hail tour featured activities including panel discussions on advancing tourism development in Hail, success stories of transformative projects, and inspiring narratives shared by local influencers and content creators in the region.

An exhibition and interactive workshops offered valuable insights into tourism enablement programs and provided one-on-one consultations for investors and stakeholders willing to capitalize on the sector’s investment opportunities.


Amazon deal delivers Diriyah tech boost

DGDA signed an agreement with Amazon to enhance cooperation in cultural and technical fields.
DGDA signed an agreement with Amazon to enhance cooperation in cultural and technical fields.
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Amazon deal delivers Diriyah tech boost

DGDA signed an agreement with Amazon to enhance cooperation in cultural and technical fields.
  • Collaboration will enrich visitor experience at historical sites in Diriyah, and expand cultural content through Amazon Alexa, a virtual assistant technology

RIYADH: The Diriyah Gate Development Authority has signed an agreement with tech giant Amazon to enhance cooperation in cultural and technical fields.

This collaboration will enrich the visitor experience at historical sites in Diriyah, and expand cultural and historical content through Amazon Alexa, a virtual assistant technology.

The deal was signed by Group CEO of DGDA, Jerry Inzerillo, and Amazon Ƶ Country Manager, Abdo Chlala.

Inzerillo said: “This day represents the beginning of an ongoing collaboration that will help make Diriyah a global destination for culture and heritage as we connect the past to the future by investing in modern technologies, highlighting the rich heritage of Diriyah and the authentic culture of the Kingdom of Ƶ.”

Eric King, Amazon’s managing director of Alexa International for EMEA & APAC, said: “We are excited to team up with the Diriyah Gate Development Authority to celebrate the cultural heritage of Ƶ.

“This collaboration will showcase the Kingdom’s rich traditions and history through our innovative technology that continues to delight our customers and enhance their experiences.”


Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly speaker visits Muslim World League

Speaker of the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly, Ahmad Muzani, is received by MWL secretary-general Mohammed Al-Issa
Speaker of the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly, Ahmad Muzani, is received by MWL secretary-general Mohammed Al-Issa
Updated 26 December 2024

Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly speaker visits Muslim World League

Speaker of the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly, Ahmad Muzani, is received by MWL secretary-general Mohammed Al-Issa
  • Muzani expressed appreciation for the MWL’s global efforts to promote Islam’s message of peace and tolerance

RIYADH: The speaker of the Indonesian People’s Consultative Assembly, Ahmad Muzani, led a delegation to the headquarters of the Muslim World League in Makkah.

Muzani was received by Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, the league’s secretary-general and chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars.

Muzani delivered greetings from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and expressed appreciation for the MWL’s global efforts to promote Islam’s message of peace and tolerance.

He said that the league, through its extensive outreach and dialogue initiatives across diverse cultures and religions, effectively conveys the true essence of Islam.


King Salman receives written message from Russian President Vladimir Putin

King Salman receives written message from Russian President Vladimir Putin
Updated 26 December 2024

King Salman receives written message from Russian President Vladimir Putin

King Salman receives written message from Russian President Vladimir Putin

RIYADH: Ƶ’s King Salman received a written message on Thursday from Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, about relations between Moscow and Riyadh.

Waleed Al-Khuraiji, the Saudi deputy minister of foreign affairs, accepted the message on the king’s behalf during a meeting with Sergey Kozlov, the Russian ambassador to Ƶ. They discussed relations between their countries and ways in which they might be enhanced, the Saudi Press Agency reported.


Ƶ denounces Israeli far-right minister’s incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque

Ƶ denounces Israeli far-right minister’s incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque
Updated 26 December 2024

Ƶ denounces Israeli far-right minister’s incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque

Ƶ denounces Israeli far-right minister’s incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque
  • Itamar Ben-Gvir’s visit and prayer at Al-Aqsa provoked ‘the feelings of Muslims worldwide’
  • The Kingdom also condemns the advance by Israeli occupation forces in southern Syria

RIYADH: Ƶ’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the visit by the Israeli far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to the sacred Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City in occupied East Jerusalem.

The ministry said that the national security minister’s visit and prayer at the Al-Aqsa compound on Thursday morning was a clear violation and provocation of the feelings of Muslims worldwide.

Ben-Gvir has repeatedly contested the Israeli government’s longstanding ban on Jewish prayer at the Al-Aqsa compound, which has been a focal point of tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The Al-Aqsa compound in the Old City of Jerusalem is Islam’s holiest site after the mosques in Makkah and Madinah and is a symbol of Palestinian national identity.

The Saudi ministry on Thursday also condemned the Israeli occupation forces’ advance in southern Syria after the fall of Bashar Al-Assad’s regime in early December.

“The continuation of (Israeli) military operations in Syria is an attempt to sabotage Syria’s chances of restoring its security and stability,” the ministry said in a statement.