GCC Sec-Gen Hails Saudi, UAE, Omani Pavilions at WEF

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC
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GCC Sec-Gen Hails Saudi, UAE, Omani Pavilions at WEF

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi commended the distinguished content presented by the pavilions of the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Sultanate of Oman at the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), stating that they reflect the significant development of economic, investment, and tourism projects in the GCC states.
This praise was expressed during his visit to the pavilions while attending the 55th Annual Meeting of the WEF in Davos, where he met with several esteemed ministers and officials representing the member states on Monday, SPA reported.
The GCC-Secretary General also praised the efforts of those responsible for the pavilions, highlighting them as an exceptional model for introducing the international community to the investment opportunities and strategic partnerships offered by the GCC countries. He noted that such initiatives enhance their standing as a global economic and tourism destination while contributing to the Council's ambitious vision for the future, strengthening cooperation with the international community to achieve sustainable development and prosperity for the peoples of the region.
Albudaiwi reaffirmed that these pavilions not only reflect the leadership of the GCC member states in investment and tourism but also constitute a strategic platform for boosting their presence at major international forums. They underscore the region's vast potential and promising investment opportunities, positioning the GCC as an indispensable global partner in achieving sustainable development.
In conclusion, the GCC-Secretary General highlighted the vital role of these pavilions in showcasing the economic and cultural strength of the GCC states, enhancing communication with the international community through the establishment of effective strategic partnerships. He added that these participations represent a genuine reflection of the GCC's ongoing ambition to achieve a leading status at both regional and global levels.



Saudi Arabia: Israel Has No Sovereignty over Occupied Palestinian Territories

(FILES) Newly constructed buildings are pictured in the Israeli settlement of Givat Zeev near the Palestinian city of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on October 24, 2025. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)
(FILES) Newly constructed buildings are pictured in the Israeli settlement of Givat Zeev near the Palestinian city of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on October 24, 2025. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)
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Saudi Arabia: Israel Has No Sovereignty over Occupied Palestinian Territories

(FILES) Newly constructed buildings are pictured in the Israeli settlement of Givat Zeev near the Palestinian city of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on October 24, 2025. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)
(FILES) Newly constructed buildings are pictured in the Israeli settlement of Givat Zeev near the Palestinian city of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on October 24, 2025. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed on Monday the Kingdom’s condemnation of an Israeli decision to register land in the occupied West Bank.

A ministry statement described the move as part of plans aimed at imposing a new legal and administrative reality in the West Bank, undermining ongoing efforts to achieve peace and stability in the region.

The statement stressed that “Israel has no sovereignty over occupied Palestinian territories, reiterating its absolute rejection of these illegal measures, which constitute a grave violation of international law, undermine the two-state solution, and represent an assault on the legitimate right of the Palestinian people to establish their independent and sovereign state on the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.”

Palestinians see the West Bank as foundational to any future Palestinian state.


Saudi Supreme Court Calls on Muslims to Sight Ramadan Crescent on Tuesday Evening

A waning crescent moon shines in the sky over Sanaa, Yemen, 15 February 2026, ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (EPA)
A waning crescent moon shines in the sky over Sanaa, Yemen, 15 February 2026, ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (EPA)
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Saudi Supreme Court Calls on Muslims to Sight Ramadan Crescent on Tuesday Evening

A waning crescent moon shines in the sky over Sanaa, Yemen, 15 February 2026, ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (EPA)
A waning crescent moon shines in the sky over Sanaa, Yemen, 15 February 2026, ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (EPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court urged Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon that signals the advent of the holy fasting month of Ramadan on Tuesday evening.

The Supreme Court requested that anyone who sights the crescent, whether with the naked eye or binoculars, report to the nearest court to register their testimony or contact a local center for assistance in reaching the court.


Saudi Arabia’s Sixth National Charity Campaign Launched on Ehsan Platform

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a cabinet meeting (SPA file)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a cabinet meeting (SPA file)
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Saudi Arabia’s Sixth National Charity Campaign Launched on Ehsan Platform

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a cabinet meeting (SPA file)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a cabinet meeting (SPA file)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud approved the launch of the sixth edition of the National Campaign for Charitable Work. Organized through the National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan), reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday.

The campaign will kick off on Friday, the third day of the holy fasting month of Ramadan. The initiative underscores King Salman’s ongoing support for charitable efforts, aimed at maximizing their impact during Ramadan.

The Ehsan campaign underscores the commitment of King Salman and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to philanthropy and encourages societal contributions during Ramadan.

Chairman of the Supervisory Committee of Ehsan Dr. Majid Al-Kassabi expressed his gratitude to the Saudi leadership for its support, stressing the platform's role in boosting charitable work across the Kingdom that is driven by religious values and Arab traditions.

The campaign builds on past successes, supported by community spirit and confidence in Ehsan’s governance. The platform has processed over 330 million donation transactions since its inception.

Ehsan welcomes contributions in various charitable fields, including the Ehsan endowment fund. Donors can contribute through trusted digital channels, including the official website (ehsan.sa), the mobile application, or by calling the dedicated phone number.