GCC's Push For Schengen Visa Waiver: Secretary General's Revelation
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is actively pursuing the exemption of its member states' citizens from the Schengen visa, according to the bloc's secretary general, Jasem Albudaiwi.
Albu...
March 14, 2024252Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Charity Campaign: King And Crown Prince Lead Billion-Riyal Donations
In a remarkable show of generosity, King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spearheaded donations totaling one billion riyals in the Saudi nation's Ramadan charity campaign.
. Leading ...
March 16, 2024244Category: Saudi Arabia
Nitaqat Saudization Program: Foreign Investors Granted Equal Treatment As Saudis
In a significant move by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, foreign investors are now classified as Saudis under the Nitaqat Saudization program. This groundbreaking decisio...
March 19, 2024365Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Green Initiative Day Annually Designated For March 27 By Cabinet
In a significant move, the Council of Ministers, presided over by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, has officially designated March 27 as Saudi Green Initiative Day on an annual basis.
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March 20, 2024189Category: Saudi Arabia
Makkah Royal Commission Encourages Prayer In All Mosques Within Haram Boundary
The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites advocates for worshippers and residents to alleviate the burden on pilgrims by choosing to pray in any mosque within the Haram boundaries. Emphasizi...
March 20, 2024169Category: Saudi Arabia
Combating Illegal Labour Practices In Saudi Arabia: Fines, Reforms, And Impact
Saudi Arabia is taking significant steps to combat illegal labour practices, including imposing hefty fines and implementing reforms to regulate its job market. These efforts underscore the kingdom...
March 22, 2024223Category: Saudi Arabia
Lost Something In Makkah Grand Mosque? Follow These Steps
Losing something during your pilgrimage or worship at the Makkah Grand Mosque can be distressing, but knowing the right procedure to follow can help alleviate some of the stress. Here's a guide pr...
March 27, 2024268Category: Saudi Arabia
Deadline Approaching: Second Instalment Of Hajj Booking Fees In Saudi Arabia
With the annual Hajj pilgrimage season fast approaching in Saudi Arabia, domestic pilgrims are reminded of the looming deadline for the payment of the second instalment of their booking fees. As prepa...
March 28, 2024275Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Unemployment Drops To Historic Low Of 7.7% - GASTAT Report
In a significant milestone, Saudi Arabia witnesses a remarkable decline in unemployment, reaching an unprecedented low of 7.7% by the close of 2023. This notable achievement reflects a 0.9% decrease c...
March 29, 2024242Category: Saudi Arabia
Eid Al-Fitr Prayers Timing: Minister's Directive For Saudi Worshipers
Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call, and Guidance, Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh, has issued a significant directive regarding the timing of Eid Al-Fitr prayers across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Accordi...
April 01, 2024501Category: Saudi Arabia
Decline In Expat Remittances: Lowest Level In 5 Years
The remittance of expatriates in Saudi Arabia witnessed a notable decline, plummeting by 10.41 percent to SR9.33 billion in February compared to SR10.41 billion in the previous month. This substantial...
April 01, 2024281Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Implements First Phase Of Order Delivery Sector Regulation
The Saudi Transport General Authority (TGA) has commenced the initial phase of regulating the order delivery sector, effective from April 2nd.
As part of this phase, non-Saudi workers in delivery a...
April 04, 2024264Category: Saudi Arabia