Saudi aid agency launches project to support food security in Pakistan
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Saudi aid agency launches project to support food security in Pakistan
In the presence of Pakistan's Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain, the Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Maliki launched the Food Security Support Project for 2024-2025. (Supplied)
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Updated 13 December 2024
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Saudi aid agency launches project to support food security in Pakistan
The project is part of Saudi aid agency KSrelief’s humanitarian support projects in the region
Updated 13 December 2024
Arab News
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Maliki launched the Food Security Support Project for 2024-2025 in Islamabad recently in the presence of Pakistan’s Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain.
The project is part of Saudi aid agency KSrelief’s humanitarian support projects in the region, the Kingdom’s Embassy in Pakistan said on X on Friday.
Meanwhile, Ƶ’s Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary met with Algerian Ambassador to Ƶ Sharif Walid in Riyadh recently to discuss media cooperation, Saudi Press Agency reported.
Family is basis of a nation’s prosperity, says Al-Ahsa governor
Support from Sheikh Saleh Al-Rajhi Endowments organization
Updated 11 sec ago
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AL-AHSA: It was a glorious occasion for 200 men and women when they were joined in holy matrimony here on Wednesday.
The mass wedding ceremony was held as a part of the “Taysir 2025” program, under the patronage of Al-Ahsa Gov. Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr.
Prince Saud is also honorary president of the Charity Society for Simplifying Marriage and Family Care of Al-Ahsa, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Held at King Faisal University, the ceremony included men and women from towns and cities in Al-Ahsa, and was organized by the charity in partnership with the Sheikh Saleh Al-Rajhi Endowments organization.
Several leading officials, ministers and family members of the couples attended the ceremony.
Prince Saud said he was proud that he could contribute to the stability of family life in the Kingdom, which was the basis of the nation’s prosperity and progress.
In a statement, Sheikh Nasser Al-Naim, chairman of the charity, thanked the Al-Ahsa governor for his ongoing support. He said the organization remains committed to supporting young people.
The attendees watched a film titled “Story of the Emerging Family Home,” a visual presentation on the mass wedding projects supported by Sheikh Saleh Al-Rajhi Endowments organization, followed by a poem.
The ceremony concluded with a chant-based operetta in celebration of the occasion.
Abdul Karim Al-Fadda, director-general of the Sheikh Saleh Al-Rajhi Endowments organization, said the initiative was a part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 aim to support social development.
Saudi Pavilion at Expo Osaka highlights falconry heritage
The Kingdom’s pavilion also offers a multi-sensory experience, with a design that embodies Ƶ’s cultural richness and ancient heritage
Updated 18 September 2025
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RIYADH: The Kingdom’s pavilion participating in Expo Osaka 2025 has organized a special falconry show in the Saudi courtyard until Sept. 25, in collaboration with the Saudi Falcons Club.
This event, which began on Sept. 15, will allow visitors to explore one of the most prominent traditions of Saudi culture.
Falconry holds a significant place in Saudi cultural heritage, dating back hundreds of years.
The show not only showcases this tradition but also emphasizes the cultural connection with Japan, which has its own traditional falconry art known as “takagari.”
This connection reflects the deep relationship between humans and nature in both Saudi and Japanese cultures.
The Kingdom’s pavilion also offers a multi-sensory experience, with a design that embodies Ƶ’s cultural richness and ancient heritage.
It also highlights the Kingdom’s ambitious vision for building sustainable and empowered communities.
Until Oct. 13, the pavilion will host live performances that include performing arts and traditional events.
Visitors to the Saudi Pavilion will embark on a journey through interactive rooms and lounges, where they can explore various topics, including advanced cities, sustainable seas and limitless human potential, all the way to the forefront of innovation.
This immersive experience allows visitors to see the growing global impact of the Kingdom first hand.
The pavilion can also be experienced virtually via Expo 2025’s virtual reality platform, offering a deeper insight into the richness of Saudi culture.
The exhibition features an exceptional collection of rare coins from the personal collection of Dr. Alain Baron
Updated 18 September 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: The Museums Commission on Wednesday opened the “Minted Narratives: Ƶ’s Legacy in Coins” exhibition at the National Museum in Riyadh, drawing a distinguished audience of cultural, historical, and economic figures.
Running until Dec. 16, the exhibition presents a rich journey spanning more than 1,300 years of history, art, and economic transformation traced through the evolution of coins from the pre-Islamic era to the modern Saudi riyal.
Adviser to the Ministry of Culture at the Museums Commission Mona Khazindar described the exhibition as a visual and chronological documentation of the Kingdom’s and the Islamic world’s story through the lens of coinage and minting.
She said that coins carry more than monetary value; they reflect historical, religious, cultural, and social narratives, bearing witness to the rise of civilizations, the unity of nations, and the Saudi state’s own journey of establishment, unification, and development.
Khazindar said the exhibition offers the public a rare opportunity to read history through coins — a cultural artifact as significant as manuscripts or antiquities.
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The exhibition features an exceptional collection of rare coins from the personal collection of Dr. Alain Baron, one of the most prominent collectors of historical coins, alongside unique selections from the ministry of culture's holdings.
It also includes contemporary artworks by Swiss artist Zimoun, inspired by the symbolism and visual language of money.
Spanning seven main themes, the exhibition begins with “Pre-Islamic Coins,” highlighting symbols and meanings related to trade and authority, followed by “The Birth of Islamic Coins and Coins in the Islamic Dynasties,” illustrating the unity and diversity of Islamic civilization over the centuries.
The section “Women in Coins” illustrates the presence of women in numismatic memory, while “Artisanal Coins — Minting Art and Culture” explores the intersection of aesthetic value and the economic function of currency.
Visitors can also explore “Treasures and Coins of Ƶ,” which tells the story of unification and the building of the modern state, and “Coins and Contemporary Art,” where currency is a source of creative inspiration.
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The exhibition concludes with “The Coin That Was Never Minted,” which highlights the reflection on symbolism and concept before coins exist in physical form.
The exhibition is accompanied by a comprehensive cultural program featuring seminars, workshops, expert-led discussions, and interactive activities for children and families.
Dedicated programs for people with disabilities are also provided, in partnership with the Authority for the Care of Persons with Disabilities and the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts, ensuring a fully inclusive and engaging environment.
This exhibition is part of the Museums Commission’s broader mission to preserve and present national heritage through a contemporary lens, reinforcing Ƶ’s presence on the global cultural stage.
It also aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to build a knowledge-based society rooted in its heritage while embracing cultural and human dialogue on an international level.
Riyadh university launches initiative for Saudi craftswomen
The scheme seeks to preserve national heritage and enhance its role in the field of handicrafts
Updated 18 September 2025
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RIYADH: Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University has launched an initiative to support and empower craftswomen across Saudi society, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
The scheme seeks to preserve national heritage and enhance its role in the field of handicrafts.
Held at the university’s college headquarters, the initiative focuses on empowering craftswomen through specialized educational and training programs, transforming handicrafts into sustainable economic projects, and creating new opportunities for cooperation and partnerships.
As part of the initiative, four specialized training workshops will be organized by handicrafts academies.
Each workshop will also include practical application sessions, helping participants refine their skills and produce innovative works.
The initiative establishes an interactive space for craftswomen and academics, facilitating the exchange of experiences, expertise and ideas that enrich the handicrafts sector.
A closing exhibition will showcase the pieces created during the workshops.
Saudi foundation holds Arabic courses in Kyrgyzstan
Updated 17 September 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: A special training course on the Arabic language is being held in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation.
The course, from Sept. 15-18, is being held in cooperation with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and in partnership with Bishkek State University. It is part of the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud international linguistic training program.
The partnership aims to equip educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan with modern tools for teaching Arabic, while also paving the way for sustainable cooperation in language education and research initiatives.
The course is part of the program’s broader aims to promote the Arabic language and strengthen its teaching and learning in non-Arabic-speaking countries, particularly Central Asia.
The development of academic and cultural partnerships means the foundation’s programs have expanded to countries including the US, Italy and South Korea.
