Saudi Crown Prince to Attend Kingdom’s Official Reception for 'Expo 2030' Bid

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince to Attend Kingdom’s Official Reception for 'Expo 2030' Bid

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will participate in the Kingdom’s official reception to present its candidacy to host Expo 2030.

The reception for representatives of 179 member countries of the Bureau International des Expositions, which organizes the expo, will be held on Monday in Paris.

The ceremony is an important part of the nomination procedure for countries to host the expo.

Saudi Arabia aims to showcase Riyadh’s readiness and plans to host the global event.

Voting will take place in November to choose the host city.

According to Saudi sources, the participation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the reception ceremony reflects the keenness of the Saudi leadership to host this global event, emphasizing their interest, support, and dedication to the success of Riyadh as the host city.

Furthermore, this aligns with commitment to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, as the exhibition hosting presents an ideal opportunity for Riyadh to share its journey in achieving an unprecedented national transformation with nations and peoples across the world.

The presence of the Saudi Crown Prince and his attendance at the official reception ceremony for Riyadh’s bid to host Expo 2030 will undoubtedly bolster the capital’s chances of securing votes from various countries.

This is due to the global stature and esteem enjoyed by the Saudi Crown Prince.

Additionally, the meeting between the Crown Prince and the Secretary-General of the Bureau International des Expositions, Dimitri Kerkentzes, during the reception, provides an opportunity to discuss updates regarding Saudi Arabia’s candidacy and offer any necessary support for its success.

The Saudi leadership is tirelessly working towards ensuring that Riyadh’s hosting of Expo 2030 has the greatest possible impact. Their aim is to achieve their objectives, contribute to building a shared global future, and inspire participants to envision their own futures, sharing their aspirations and ambitions in new and exciting ways.

The reception, which is being held by the Royal Commission for the City of Riyadh, includes an exhibition that showcases the cultural depth of the Kingdom and its capital.

The exhibition is set to represent the rich cultural and historical depth of the Kingdom and its capital, highlighting its political and economic significance, as well as its distinctive geographic location and exceptional infrastructure.

These attributes make the Kingdom well-equipped to host major global events and occasions.

Expo 2030 is considered one of the most influential global platforms, and Riyadh is competing with three other cities for its organization. These cities are Rome, Italy, Busan, South Korea, and Odessa, Ukraine.



Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
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Global Cybersecurity Forum 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh

The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)
The Saudi Crown Prince announced the launch of the "Global Security Forum to Protect Children in Cyberspace" during his welcoming speech to the forum's guests. (SPA)

The fourth Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) 2024 began in Riyadh on Wednesday. It is organized by Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority, in partnership with the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE).
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed participants on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The two-day event, themed “Advancing Collective Action in Cyberspace,” has drawn leaders, policymakers, and experts from over 120 countries.
In a message read at the opening ceremony in Riyadh, the Crown Prince stated: “Cyberspace is closely linked to the growth of economies, the prosperity of societies, the security of individuals, and the stability of nations.”
According to SPA, he noted that due to the cross-border nature of cyberspace, it is essential to harmonize international efforts to seize the opportunities and “face the challenges it presents, by investing in people.”
Welcoming the participants, the Crown Prince said: “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has always been a force for good for the benefit of humanity and human prosperity around the world.”
“It has continuously worked to uphold the principle of cooperation and strengthen international collaboration toward efforts that support development and prosperity for all nations. It has initiated several initiatives aimed at achieving these genuine goals in all sectors,” he noted.
“Believing in the importance of investing in people in this vital and promising domain, in 2020 we launched two global initiatives. The first relates to protecting children in cyberspace, and the second focuses on empowering women in the field of cybersecurity,” he added.
“The institute for the Global Cybersecurity Forum is entrusted with overseeing both initiatives, as well as implementing the associated projects,” affirmed the Crown Prince.
He highlighted the progress made by these initiatives, particularly the increased understanding of needs at the global level that has led to new and inspiring visions, enabling the GCF to develop impactful initiatives and programs, publish research and studies, and formulate new frameworks and strategies.
These efforts empower decision-makers worldwide to develop policies and programs that enhance child protection in cyberspace and promote women’s participation in the field of cybersecurity.
The first day of GCF 2024 featured discussions on five main topics: closing cybersecurity gaps, online behavior, the social structure of cyberspace, a thriving cyber economy, and new cyber opportunities.
Key officials, decision-makers, and experts from governments, academia, and global companies took part in the sessions.
The forum is a global platform that brings together leaders from governments, cybersecurity, academia, and NGOs. Its goal is to strengthen international cybersecurity, support economic and social development, and align global efforts in the field.