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KSA: COVID-19 Recedes, Vaccine Distributed According to Priority

A woman holds a small bottle labeled with a "Vaccine COVID-19" sticker and a medical syringe in this illustration taken April 10, 2020. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic
A woman holds a small bottle labeled with a "Vaccine COVID-19" sticker and a medical syringe in this illustration taken April 10, 2020. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic
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KSA: COVID-19 Recedes, Vaccine Distributed According to Priority

A woman holds a small bottle labeled with a "Vaccine COVID-19" sticker and a medical syringe in this illustration taken April 10, 2020. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic
A woman holds a small bottle labeled with a "Vaccine COVID-19" sticker and a medical syringe in this illustration taken April 10, 2020. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic

The Saudi Ministry of Health said that all indicators pointed to a significant decline in COVID-19 cases and infections in the Kingdom, adding that the virus was receding with the commitment to the preventive measures.

Regarding the Pfizer vaccine, which was approved by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority, the ministry said that the priority would be given to the elderly and those suffering from chronic diseases.

In a news conference on Sunday, the spokesman for the Saudi Ministry of Health, Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaali, highlighted “a lot of good news in the reports related to the Coronavirus vaccines,” saying that the world “deals with this matter with great determination and hope.”

During the conference, Adel Al-Harf, vice president for drug sector at Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), discussed the registration of the COVID-19 vaccines in the Kingdom, the approval criteria, and the side effects of the vaccines.

Saudi Arabia registered 139 new infections on Sunday, the ministry said, compared to 166 cases the day before. The ministry added that 202 new recoveries were recorded, bringing the total to 350,549 cases, and 12 new deaths, raising the total number of fatalities to 6,048.

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Saudi Crown Prince Announces Launch of ‘Riyadh Non-Profit Foundation’

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
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Saudi Crown Prince Announces Launch of ‘Riyadh Non-Profit Foundation’

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, officially launched the Riyadh Non-Profit Foundation on Thursday, forming its Board of Directors. Established by royal decree as an independent entity with special status, the foundation operates under the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

The foundation's Board of Directors is led by the Crown Prince, with Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al-Sultan, CEO of the Royal Commission, appointed as Vice Chairman and Secretary General, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

The Riyadh Non-Profit Foundation is designed to support and advance institutional and social work in various forms. It aims to foster research, studies, and social initiatives while encouraging community participation in the development of non-profit sector programs that align with its objectives. Additionally, the foundation seeks to promote a strong culture of social responsibility and reinforce the values of community engagement, marking a significant step forward in social development and innovation within the non-profit sector.

The foundation’s key focus is on fostering social development by empowering all segments of society, strengthening social cohesion, and preserving Riyadh’s cultural identity. It will collaborate with government agencies and non-profit organizations to create job opportunities in the social sector.

In the long term, the foundation aims to become a regional and global leader in the design, financing, and implementation of innovative social programs. Its areas of focus will include healthcare, education, arts, culture, and sustainability, all contributing to enhancing the quality of life and advancing social development in Saudi Arabia.

By building an integrated ecosystem, establishing research centers and incubators for social projects, and increasing community participation, the foundation aims to optimize the management and performance of its affiliated entities. This will ensure the fulfillment of its mission while aligning with the developmental priorities outlined in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.