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Experts Discuss Progress, Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine During KAIMRC Forum

King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC)
King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC)
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Experts Discuss Progress, Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine During KAIMRC Forum

King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC)
King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC)

International scientists and medical experts discussed the global challenges and prospects related to the development of vaccines for the coronavirus disease during the 11th KAIMRC Annual Forum for Medical Research.

The two-day forum, organized by King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), launched virtually in Riyadh on November 04, under the title “COVID-19 Vaccine: Global Challenges and Prospects.”

The forum comes as part of programs and international conferences held under Saudi Arabia’s presidency of the G20.

About 32 international experts from global academic institutions including the Universities of Oxford, Harvard, and Stanford participated in the 10 scientific sessions of the forum done over videoconference.

Specialists discussed the latest developments in vaccine production and reviewed the currently produced vaccines, clinical studies, and the future availability of the vaccine.

CEO of National Guard-Health Affairs Bandar al-Knawy affirmed that the forum contributes to enabling scientists, researchers, doctors, and companies to discuss the performance and the timetable for the production and global distribution of the vaccine.

Meanwhile, the Saudi Ministry of Health announced there are 7,871 active cases in the country, most of which are in good condition.

In addition, 441 more patients recovered from the disease on Wednesday, bringing the total number of recoveries in the country to 335,594.

Meanwhile, the total number of people that have now contracted COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia reached 348,936, with 426 new cases confirmed on Wednesday, while the Health Ministry reported 15 new COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the death toll to 5,471.

The ministry said it had conducted 63,643 new PCR tests in the past 24 hours.

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Saudi Arabia’s Relief Campaign Continues to Provide Aid in Palestine, Syria

Trucks near Jordan’s Jaber Border Crossing en route to the Syrian capital as part of the air and land relief bridges (SPA)
Trucks near Jordan’s Jaber Border Crossing en route to the Syrian capital as part of the air and land relief bridges (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia’s Relief Campaign Continues to Provide Aid in Palestine, Syria

Trucks near Jordan’s Jaber Border Crossing en route to the Syrian capital as part of the air and land relief bridges (SPA)
Trucks near Jordan’s Jaber Border Crossing en route to the Syrian capital as part of the air and land relief bridges (SPA)

The Saudi Popular Campaign to aid the Palestinian people in Gaza has reached a significant milestone, with donations surpassing SAR714 million (over $190 million) from more than 2.1 million contributors, according to official figures.

Since the outbreak of the war in Gaza on October 7, 2023, Saudi Arabia has dispatched 58 relief aircraft loaded with humanitarian supplies, coordinated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) and the Ministry of Defense. The planes have carried shelter materials, food baskets, and medical equipment, all bound for Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

Launched in November 2023 under the directive of King Salman bin Abdulaziz, the campaign has collected both financial and in-kind donations. Contributions include ambulances, medical supplies, food, baby formula, and dates. The initiative began with a generous personal donation of SAR50 million (more than $13 million) from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

As of March, the total weight of Saudi aid to Gaza via air and sea exceeded 7,188 tons, transported through 58 planes and 8 ships. The aid included shelter items, food and medical supplies, 20 ambulances, 30 power generators, 10 water tanks, and 62 logistical units. Air drops alone delivered over 39,200 ready-to-eat meals and 500 sets of parachute-assisted relief items.

KSrelief has implemented 131 projects in Palestine at a value of more than $514 million. These initiatives have focused heavily on food security, agriculture, health, and shelter, in addition to other sectors.

Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deepen. On Tuesday, the Gaza Ministry of Health reported the death toll from the Israeli offensive has reached 50,810 since October 7, 2023, with over 115,688 wounded. Since Israel resumed its attacks on March 18, following a two-month ceasefire, 1,449 Palestinians have been killed and 3,647 injured.

In Syria, KSrelief has remained a leading contributor through its “Sahem” donation platform, especially in response to the 2023 earthquake that struck both Syria and Türkiye. Donation opportunities include emergency aid, home reconstruction, and medical support—totaling nearly $140 million.