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King Salman Inaugurates Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program

King Salman inaugurates the Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program. (SPA)
King Salman inaugurates the Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program. (SPA)
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King Salman Inaugurates Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program

King Salman inaugurates the Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program. (SPA)
King Salman inaugurates the Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program. (SPA)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz inaugurated in Riyadh on Wednesday the Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program, reported the Saudi Press Agency.

The program covers eight promising sectors in the production, manufacturing and marketing of Arab coffee, beekeeping and production of honey, the development of cultivation of rose and aromatic plants, the production, manufacturing and marketing of fruits, the enhancement of the capacities of small fishers and fish farmers, the development of the small livestock sector and the cultivation of rain fed crops, as well as the enhancement of the revenues of small holdings and agricultural activities.

The program was unveiled during a ceremony at the al-Yamamah palace.

King Salman told the gatherers: “The existence of the means of education across all the kingdom of schools, universities and colleges makes the Kingdom sufficient by its citizens.”

Moreover, he said: “The greatest blessing is the security and stability in our country.”

Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadhli thanked King Salman for presiding over the launch of the program, saying it was among the products of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

He pointed out that the program, since its adoption with an amount of 8.750 billion riyals in addition to 3 billion riyals from the Agricultural Development Fund, was lauded by farmers and their families across the Kingdom due to its social and economic benefits which exceed the allocated financial investments.

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KSrelief: 1,960 Tons of Assistance Delivered to the Syrian People

54 new trucks entered through the Jaber border crossing into the Syrian capital (SPA)
54 new trucks entered through the Jaber border crossing into the Syrian capital (SPA)
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KSrelief: 1,960 Tons of Assistance Delivered to the Syrian People

54 new trucks entered through the Jaber border crossing into the Syrian capital (SPA)
54 new trucks entered through the Jaber border crossing into the Syrian capital (SPA)

More than 1,960 tons of Saudi aid have been delivered to the Syrian people through both land and air bridges. This assistance includes food baskets, rice, flour, shelter kits, personal care packages, dates, winter clothing, blankets, and medical supplies.

On Sunday, the 13th Saudi relief plane landed at Damascus International Airport, coinciding with the entry of 54 new trucks through the Jaber border crossing into the Syrian capital. These efforts are part of the air and land relief bridges organized by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) to assist the Syrian people, carrying essential food, shelter, and medical supplies.

The recently arrived relief plane carried approximately 30 tons of aid, according to Syria’s official news agency, SANA. Previously, Syria had received 60 aid trucks via the Saudi land bridge.

According to the King Salman Center, the total aid delivered to Syria thus far amounts to 1,969.66 tons, with 114 trucks crossing the Syrian Nasib border as part of Saudi Arabia’s land relief efforts.

This aid reflects Saudi Arabia’s ongoing humanitarian commitment to supporting the Syrian people during times of crisis, alleviating their hardships.

The Kingdom’s efforts date back to the start of the Syrian conflict in 2011, providing refuge to millions of Syrians and offering free education, healthcare, work opportunities, and integration into Saudi society.

Information obtained by Asharq Al-Awsat revealed that 40 of the trucks were loaded with flour designated for Syria’s General Establishment for Bakeries, aimed at mitigating the economic crisis, particularly the bread shortage, and ensuring continued access to food for Syrian families.

In comments to Asharq Al-Awsat, Mubarak Al-Dosari, Director of Branches at KSrelief, reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s continued support for providing flour supplies. He stated: “We work tirelessly to bring smiles to the faces of the Syrian people, which is our greatest reward.”

Saudi Arabia had emphasized that there is “no fixed limit” to the aid being sent to Damascus via the air and land bridges. These efforts will continue until the humanitarian goals are achieved, as directed by the Kingdom’s leadership, to alleviate the suffering of those affected.

During an official visit to Damascus on Friday, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reiterated his country’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, as well as its solidarity with the Syrian people. He stated: “This visit reaffirms Saudi Arabia’s stance in supporting Syria to ensure its security, stability, and resurgence.”

In total, over 1,960 tons of Saudi aid have been delivered to Syria, including food baskets, rice, flour, shelter kits, personal care packages, dates, winter clothing, blankets, and medical supplies as part of the Kingdom’s ongoing relief efforts.