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Royal Commission for Riyadh Kicks off 3rd Phase of Public Transport Project

Royal Commission for Riyadh Kicks off 3rd Phase of Public Transport Project
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Royal Commission for Riyadh Kicks off 3rd Phase of Public Transport Project

Royal Commission for Riyadh Kicks off 3rd Phase of Public Transport Project

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) announced the start of the 3rd phase of "Riyadh Bus" service in the city.

The project comes as part of King Abdulaziz Project for Riyadh Public Transport, a major pillar of the economic and urban transformation of the capital city to achieve a qualitative leap in the transport sector in line with the goals of the Saudi Vision 2030.

With the launch of the 3rd phase of the project, the total number of routes now reaches 33 routes served by 565 buses and 1611 bust stop stations, covering 1284 kilometers of the total network which extends to 1900 kilometers, according to SPA.

RCRC said that around 435,000 trips with more than 4 million passengers have been carried out in six months since the launch of Riyadh Bus service in March.

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KSGAAL Highlights Arab Cultural Richness, Dialogue Promotion at UNESCO Arab Week

KSGAAL’s participation in Arab Week aimed to contribute to sustainable cultural development goals in Arab countries. SPA
KSGAAL’s participation in Arab Week aimed to contribute to sustainable cultural development goals in Arab countries. SPA
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KSGAAL Highlights Arab Cultural Richness, Dialogue Promotion at UNESCO Arab Week

KSGAAL’s participation in Arab Week aimed to contribute to sustainable cultural development goals in Arab countries. SPA
KSGAAL’s participation in Arab Week aimed to contribute to sustainable cultural development goals in Arab countries. SPA

Arab Week at the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) concluded in Paris, with the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) seizing the opportunity to emphasize the richness of Arab culture and foster dialogue among various cultures.

KSGAAL’s participation in Arab Week -- celebrating the cultural diversity of the Arab world -- aimed to contribute to sustainable cultural development goals in Arab countries, aligning with the objectives of the Human Capability Development Program (HCDP) within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030.

During the event, the academy took part in a scientific seminar addressing a comprehensive vision of Arabic language policies. Experts discussed language policies, challenges they face, opportunities for improvement, and the shaping of linguistic realities.
Additionally, KSGAAL presented its project on Arabic language policy studies, outlining its methodological and scientific framework, objectives, challenges, and outcomes.
The academy’s involvement in Arab Week underscores its strategic goals and commitment to supporting the Arabic language and culture. KSGAAL highlighted Saudi Arabia's global efforts in language promotion, leveraging the occasion to bolster its local and international standing.
Through a range of linguistic initiatives, programs, and projects, KSGAAL is dedicated to preserving the integrity and cultural identity of the Arabic language, supporting it in both spoken and written forms, and facilitating its teaching and learning within Saudi Arabia and beyond.