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Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates King Salman on Riyadh’s Win to Host World Expo 2030 

A light display created using drones is performed after Riyadh won the right to host the 2030 World Expo at King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, on November 28, 2023. (AFP)
A light display created using drones is performed after Riyadh won the right to host the 2030 World Expo at King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, on November 28, 2023. (AFP)
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Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates King Salman on Riyadh’s Win to Host World Expo 2030 

A light display created using drones is performed after Riyadh won the right to host the 2030 World Expo at King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, on November 28, 2023. (AFP)
A light display created using drones is performed after Riyadh won the right to host the 2030 World Expo at King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, on November 28, 2023. (AFP)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, extended on Tuesday congratulations to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz on Saudi Arabia winning the bid to host the World Expo 2030 in Riyadh.

This momentous announcement was made on Tuesday by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), which designated the Kingdom as the host for this global event, scheduled to take place from October 2030 until March 2031.

Expressing gratitude to the nations that supported the Kingdom's bid, as well as to the two competing countries, the Crown Prince said: "The Kingdom's selection as the host of the World Expo 2030 underlines its influential and leading role, and the international confidence it enjoys. Saudi Arabia has become an ideal destination for hosting major international events, including the esteemed World Expo."

Reaffirming the Kingdom's commitment to holding an extraordinary and unparalleled edition of the World Expo, Crown Prince Mohammed emphasized the importance of being an active and positive role model in the drive to shape a brighter future for humanity. The Expo is bound to provide a global platform that leverages cutting-edge technologies and brings together the brightest minds to capitalize on opportunities and address the challenges that the planet faces today.

"The World Expo 2030 coincides with a crucial year for the realization of the goals and plans outlined in Saudi Vision 2030," stated the Crown Prince.

"This Expo represents a remarkable opportunity to share with the world the lessons learned from our unprecedented journey of transformation."

Crown Prince Mohammed stressed Riyadh’s readiness to welcome the world at Expo 2030, and the fact that it will fulfill the obligations stipulated in the bid with the aim of achieving the main theme of the expo, “The Era of Change: Together for a Foresighted Tomorrow”, and its sub-topics: “A Different Tomorrow”, “Climate Action” and “Prosperity for All”.

Riyadh is the capital of a country that enjoys a strategic and important geographical location. The country acts as an important bridge linking continents, which makes it an attractive destination for the most prominent international forums, global investments and visits, and a gateway to the world.

Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2030 World Expo in Riyadh has received great direct support from the Crown Prince ever since it announced on October 29, 2021 that it had submitted an official application to BIE, the organizing body for the World Expo.

BIE announced that the Kingdom will be hosting the exhibition after a secret ballot cast during the 173rd General Assembly of BIE in Paris.

The Kingdom’s bid received 119 votes from member states. Two other cities competed alongside Riyadh: Busan, in South Korea, and Rome, in Italy.

Held since 1851, World Expos is the largest global platform for presenting the latest achievements and technologies, promoting international cooperation in economic development, trade, arts and culture, and disseminating science and technology.

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Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns 'Heinous' Iranian Attacks against Kuwait

File photo of the Saudi flag/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi flag/AAWSAT
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Saudi Arabia Strongly Condemns 'Heinous' Iranian Attacks against Kuwait

File photo of the Saudi flag/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi flag/AAWSAT

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its strongest condemnation of and denunciation against the repeated and heinous Iranian attacks targeting the State of Kuwait, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.

“The Kingdom reiterates its categorical rejection of these assaults that undermine the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait, constituting a clear violation of international law and the United Nations Charter, and affirms that such violations jeopardize international efforts aimed at restoring security and stability in the region", the ministry said in a statement.

The Kingdom also expressed its solidarity with the State of Kuwait, both government and people, reaffirming its full support for all measures Kuwait takes to safeguard its sovereignty, security, stability, and its brotherly people.

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Kuwait Army Says Air Defenses Intercepted Missile, Drone Attacks

An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
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Kuwait Army Says Air Defenses Intercepted Missile, Drone Attacks

An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)
An aerial view shows Kuwait City. (Reuters file)

Kuwait's air defenses intercepted missile and drone attacks, the military said Monday, with the country blaming Iran.

"The General Staff of the Army wishes to advise that any sounds of explosions heard are the result of air defense systems intercepting these hostile attacks," the army said in a post on X.

The foreign ministry later said in a statement that it was "holding Iran fully responsible for these heinous attacks".

KUNA, the state news agency, reported that air raid sirens sounded across the Gulf nation.

The attacks come despite a ceasefire in place between the United States and Iran.

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WHO Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Protecting Global Health during Hajj Season

WHO Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Protecting Global Health during Hajj Season
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WHO Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Protecting Global Health during Hajj Season

WHO Praises Saudi Arabia’s Success in Protecting Global Health during Hajj Season

The World Health Organization (WHO) praised Saudi Arabia for successfully ensuring that the 1447 AH Hajj season was free of disease outbreaks and public health threats, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday.

The organization commended the Kingdom’s effective management of one of the world’s largest mass gatherings, highlighting its strong public health preparedness and response capabilities amid ongoing global health challenges and emerging epidemic risks.

WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus congratulated Saudi Arabia on the success of the Hajj season and expressed appreciation for healthcare workers whose efforts contributed to a safe and healthy season, reflecting international confidence in the Kingdom’s ability to manage the health requirements of major mass gatherings to the highest standards.

WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean Dr. Hanan Balkhy also congratulated Saudi Arabia on the successful Hajj season and praised the advanced health preparedness provided to pilgrims. She highlighted the deployment of modern health technologies, including robots and drones, the provision of healthcare services across various locations, and the continuous monitoring of pilgrims’ health throughout their journey, enabling them to perform their rituals safely and with peace of mind.

The praise coincided with the Ministry of Health’s announcement that the 1447 AH Hajj season was free of disease outbreaks and public health threats. The season witnessed the implementation of one of the largest health preparedness operations, encompassing integrated preventive, therapeutic, and emergency services. Efforts also included continuous epidemiological surveillance, health assessments, and risk management measures carried out in coordination with various national entities and international health organizations.

Minister of Health Fahad AlJalajel stressed that Hajj health security is global health security. He noted that Hajj represents a unique human gathering that brings together millions of pilgrims from around the world before they return to their home countries, making the protection of their health and safety a responsibility whose impact extends to global public health.

He added that the success of the 1447 AH Hajj season and its freedom from disease outbreaks and public health threats were the result of an integrated health ecosystem that begins before pilgrims arrive, including vaccination and immunization requirements and the enforcement of health fitness criteria to protect pilgrims and enable them to perform their rituals safely.

The ecosystem extends to early preparedness, epidemiological surveillance, risk assessment, and rapid response, supported by the integration of government entities and international health organizations and the mobilization of human, technical, and operational resources to serve pilgrims.

The minister also expressed gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, for their continued support and attention to the healthcare sector and the pilgrim service system. He noted that this achievement was made possible by their directives, which have made human health and safety a top priority and contributed to enhancing the readiness of the healthcare system and its success in protecting pilgrims’ health.

The success of the 1447 AH Hajj season, along with United Nations and international commendations, reflects Saudi Arabia’s advanced position in mass gathering medicine and its leading role in developing and implementing best health practices for major human gatherings, contributing to strengthening health security at regional and global levels.