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RIYADH: ������Ƶ on Sunday welcomed the decision by the UK, Australia, Canada and Portugal to recognize the State of Palestine, calling it an important step toward advancing the peace process.

The Kingdom said the move demonstrated the “serious commitment of friendly countries” to supporting efforts for a two-state solution in line with international legitimacy resolutions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It added that it hopes more countries will follow suit and take further positive measures that would help the Palestinian people achieve their aspirations to live in peace and enable the Palestinian Authority to carry out its responsibilities, SPA added.

������Ƶ reiterated its position in support of a just and comprehensive settlement that ensures security, stability and prosperity for the Palestinian people.

Britain, Australia, Canada and Portugal on Sunday recognized a Palestinian state in a seismic shift in decades of Western foreign policy.

The UK and Canada became the first G7 countries to take the step, with France and other nations expected to follow at the annual UN General Assembly which opens Monday in New York.

Meanwhile, Qatar on Monday also welcomed the recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Canada, Australia and Portugal, saying the move supported efforts to achieve a lasting peace in the region. 

RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, also known as Darah, has published a book documenting the history of ������Ƶ’s National Day celebrations, from the era of founding King Abdulaziz to the times of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.

The book documents the origins and stages of the National Day celebration, based on official documents, sources, and national archives.

It features photographs capturing popular and official celebrations held across various royal eras.

The publication explores the early beginnings of celebrations during the reign of King Abdulaziz and sees the history through to its culmination in the prosperous reign of King Salman.

National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant evolution consistent with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

The book highlights both official functions and people’s celebrations at home; the involvement of government and private entities; the role of Saudi diplomatic missions abroad; and the participation of Arab, Islamic, and friendly countries in the national occasion.

Darah affirmed that the publication of the book aligns with its goals to preserve and document the history of the Kingdom of ������Ƶ and highlight the national achievements of King Abdulaziz and his sons.

It noted that the work aims to enrich historical studies and provide researchers and those interested in the field with a comprehensive scientific resource that reflects the depth of the Saudi national experience.

The publication is a new addition to Darah’s extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage.

It embodies Darah’s commitment to its national role in documenting the journey of the Saudi state and disseminating knowledge to future generations.

The book can be obtained from Darah’s pavilion at the Riyadh International Book Fair or purchased directly from Darah’s publication sales centers.

It is also available through Darah’s digital store on its online platform, and authorized distributors.