King Salman Invites Emir of Kuwait to Attend Janadriyah 32

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King Salman Invites Emir of Kuwait to Attend Janadriyah 32

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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz sent a letter to Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, inviting him to attend the annual camel race as part of the National Festival for Heritage and Culture (Janadriyah 32) in Riyadh.

The letter was delivered by Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Kuwait Abdulaziz bin Ibrahim al-Fayez during a meeting with the Emir, which was also attended by Minister of Emiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Ali Jarrah Al-Sabah.

In other news, and under the patronage of King Salman, Minister of Higher Education Ahmed al-Issa launched on Sunday a two-day conference on the duty of Saudi universities and their impact on protecting youth from the danger of some groups and parties.

The conference is organized by Imam Mohammad ibn Saud Islamic University.

On this occasion, University director Sheikh Sulaiman Aba al-Khail, thanked King Salman for his support for the conference and the university.

Aba al-Khail, who is also member of the Council of Senior Scholars, asserted that it is their duty and responsibility to protect young people from misguided ideas and misconceptions. He warned against division that destroys societies.

He pointed out that the Imam University is an example of education and guidance for its students.

Aba al-Khail praised the conference for its studies, research, visions, discussions and dialogues that seek the best interest of young men and women in this institution and all Saudi universities.

The director of the Imam University said that the title of the conference is very important because it aims to raise awareness among youth, especially at this critical stage with all the hatred and corruption disseminated through the media, namely social media.

For his part, chairman of the preparatory committee for the conference Abdul-Aziz al-Haleel said that the university, based on its scientific, social and educational responsibility, has taken upon itself the organization and establishment of programs and events to protect and follow the teachings of the Koran.



Mohamed bin Zayed, European Council President Discuss Strengthening Ties and Regional Developments

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Charles Michel, President of the European Council, in Abu Dhabi. WAM
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Charles Michel, President of the European Council, in Abu Dhabi. WAM
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Mohamed bin Zayed, European Council President Discuss Strengthening Ties and Regional Developments

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Charles Michel, President of the European Council, in Abu Dhabi. WAM
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan meets with Charles Michel, President of the European Council, in Abu Dhabi. WAM

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Charles Michel, President of the European Council, have discussed ways to develop and expand relations to serve the common interests of all sides and foster growth and prosperity.

During Friday’s meeting, which took place at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed emphasized the deep ties between the UAE and the European Union, as well as the ongoing commitment to strengthening these relations to support their shared goals and promote peace and development at both the regional and global levels.

The meeting also touched upon the upcoming Gulf Cooperation Council-European Union summit scheduled for October in Brussels. The UAE President and Michel emphasized the significance of the summit in advancing relations, especially in economic and developmental areas, and setting the stage for further progress in the years ahead.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and the European Council President also reviewed several regional and international issues of mutual concern, particularly developments in the Middle East. They underscored the importance of reaching an urgent ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip to allow for adequate humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of its residents. They also stressed the need to de-escalate tensions in the West Bank and to push for a permanent and stable peace process based on the two-state solution.

Both sides emphasized the seriousness of escalating tensions in the region and the critical need for international efforts to contain and prevent the expansion of conflicts, which pose a threat to regional security and stability.

Sheikh Mohamed reiterated the UAE’s support for all efforts aimed at bringing an end to the conflict in Gaza and fostering stability and peace in the region. He also highlighted the UAE's commitment to cooperating with the European Union and other concerned parties to enhance the humanitarian response to the worsening situation in Gaza and support regional stability.

Charles Michel praised the UAE's position in support of Gulf-European cooperation and its influential humanitarian role in Gaza. He also commended the UAE’s contributions to peace and stability in the Middle East.