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ADNEC, Expo Tel Aviv Sign Strategic MoU to Increase Business Opportunities

Part of the virtual signing ceremony between (ADNEC) and Expo Tel Aviv - WAM
Part of the virtual signing ceremony between (ADNEC) and Expo Tel Aviv - WAM
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ADNEC, Expo Tel Aviv Sign Strategic MoU to Increase Business Opportunities

Part of the virtual signing ceremony between (ADNEC) and Expo Tel Aviv - WAM
Part of the virtual signing ceremony between (ADNEC) and Expo Tel Aviv - WAM

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) and Expo Tel Aviv, Israel’s leading exhibition center, said will partner towards fostering further collaboration and cooperation in the regional business tourism sector.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will forge a relationship between the leading exhibition centers, enhancing their respective new business pipelines and increasing opportunities for collaboration at both venues.

The MoU demonstrates the wider spirit of cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Israel. The agreement took place at a virtual signing ceremony between Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC, and Tamir Dayan, CEO of Expo Tel Aviv, state news agency WAM reported.

Commenting on the agreement, Humaid Al Dhaheri said: "Our relationship with Expo Tel Aviv will enable the wider growth of the business tourism sector in the UAE and wider region, which ADNEC consistently seeks to promote. This strategic partnership showcases ADNEC’s efforts in fostering intraregional cooperation and will offer new developments for the transfer of knowledge to local audiences."

"Through this partnership, we aim to foster innovation and business opportunities between our two nations."

For his part, Tamir Dayan said: "The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company and Expo Tel Aviv provide models for regional leadership in the business tourism sector. Our mutual expertise in the design, delivery, and execution of world-class events makes us natural partners. Israel and The Emirates will probably be the first countries in the world to be vaccinated against the corona virus and lead the exhibitions industry forward and now through this MoU, we are aiming to foster our cooperation, providing further opportunities for the transfer of knowledge and expertise between our two entities."

"My colleagues and I look forward to working with our Emirati partners in identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities for the Middle East’s business tourism sector, and welcoming new visitors from the UAE and beyond in Tel Aviv."

ADNEC is committed to fostering regional collaboration in the business tourism and events sector, as witnessed by the range of agreements and partnerships that have been signed with other countries in the Middle East.

ADNEC continues to focus on fostering greater outreach opportunities with event organizers and associations in Israel, following the historic signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020, which provided new opportunities for pan-regional collaboration and cooperation.

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SAUDI EXPORTS, Heritage Commission Launch 'Saudi Crafts' Brand at Made in Saudi Expo 

The launch of Saudi Crafts took place during the third annual Made in Saudi Expo held at the Riyadh. (SPA)
The launch of Saudi Crafts took place during the third annual Made in Saudi Expo held at the Riyadh. (SPA)
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SAUDI EXPORTS, Heritage Commission Launch 'Saudi Crafts' Brand at Made in Saudi Expo 

The launch of Saudi Crafts took place during the third annual Made in Saudi Expo held at the Riyadh. (SPA)
The launch of Saudi Crafts took place during the third annual Made in Saudi Expo held at the Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi Export Development Authority (SAUDI EXPORTS), through its “Made in Saudi” program, announced on Monday the official launch of the “Saudi Crafts” sub-brand in cooperation with the Heritage Commission.

The launch of Saudi Crafts, part of the national Saudi Made brand, took place during the third annual Made in Saudi Expo held at the Riyadh from December 15 to 17, coinciding with the Year of Handicrafts.

Saudi Crafts was unveiled during “Banan: The Saudi International Handicrafts Week” in November, marking a new step in efforts to develop the handicrafts sector, empower male and female artisans, and strengthen the integration of their products within the national industrial ecosystem.

The Saudi Crafts sub-brand will highlight Saudi handicrafts as products that embody creativity, authenticity, and quality, presenting them in a contemporary manner that boosts their competitiveness in local and global markets under the umbrella of the national Saudi Made brand.

This year's Made in Saudi Expo allocated dedicated spaces to showcase artisans' products, introduce national handicraft skills, and connect artisans with supporting entities and potential buyers, thus expanding growth opportunities. It reinforces the presence of Saudi handicrafts as a key element of the Kingdom's cultural and economic identity.

The official launch of the Saudi Crafts sub-brand represents a key milestone in joint national efforts to develop creative industries, support the sustainability of local crafts, and increase the visibility of Saudi products in domestic and international markets.

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13th Saudi Smart Grid Conference Opens in Riyadh

The three-day conference brings together experts and specialists from 25 countries and features 28 panel discussions and technical sessions. (SPA)
The three-day conference brings together experts and specialists from 25 countries and features 28 panel discussions and technical sessions. (SPA)
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13th Saudi Smart Grid Conference Opens in Riyadh

The three-day conference brings together experts and specialists from 25 countries and features 28 panel discussions and technical sessions. (SPA)
The three-day conference brings together experts and specialists from 25 countries and features 28 panel discussions and technical sessions. (SPA)

The 13th Saudi Smart Grid Conference (SASG 2025), and its accompanying exhibition, opened in Riyadh on Monday under the patronage of the Saudi Ministry of Energy.

Held the theme “Innovation Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” the three-day conference brings together experts and specialists from 25 countries and features 28 panel discussions and technical sessions presenting 225 scientific papers on global advancements in smart grid systems.

In an opening address, Assistant Minister of Energy for Electricity Affairs, Eng. Nasser Al-Qahtani highlighted the continued support extended to the energy sector by the Kingdom’s leadership.

He commended the Minister of Energy’s support for convening and sponsoring the conference, noting its importance in advancing dialogue on smart grid technologies.

“Smart grid technologies are a cornerstone of the global energy transition,” Al-Qahtani said. “They enable improvements across electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, while strengthening grid security and reliability.”

In line with Saudi Vision 2030, the Ministry of Energy is advancing long-term planning to optimize the use of the Kingdom’s diverse energy resources, with the aim of strengthening grid security and resilience and improving generation efficiency, he added.

These efforts reinforce Saudi Arabia’s leadership in this vital sector, position the Kingdom as a global hub for electricity interconnection and renewable power exports, and support the development of a regional electricity trading market, an optimal energy mix, and national emissions-reduction targets, he remarked.

Al-Qahtani stressed that the Kingdom’s electricity sector has undergone significant transformation in recent years, including major upgrades to grid infrastructure to enhance readiness for renewable energy integration and energy-storage systems.

“Smart grids are a fundamental component of electricity sector development,” he said. “They enhance incident response, accelerate system recovery, and improve service reliability by analyzing smart-meter data through the use of artificial intelligence to support proactive, data-driven decision-making.”

He noted that distribution network automation in the Kingdom reached approximately 40% by the end of 2025, an optimal level in line with international best practices in terms of return on investment.

He also highlighted the development of renewable power projects with a combined capacity of nearly 64 gigawatts, of which 12.3 gigawatts have already been connected to the national grid.

Additionally, battery energy-storage systems with a total capacity of 30 gigawatt-hours are under development, with 8 gigawatt-hours already grid-connected. These projects, he said, play a critical role in enabling the grid to balance real-time fluctuations between supply and demand resulting from the variable nature of renewable energy sources.

The opening ceremony included the recognition of the Energy Hackathon winners, the exchange of agreements, and the inauguration of the accompanying exhibition.

The conference provides a global platform for sharing expertise and forging partnerships in smart grids and the digital economy, and convenes international experts, decision-makers, researchers, and specialists.

Discussions will address key challenges and opportunities across the power sector, renewable energy, regulation and the future of smart grids, with emphasis on technology localization, capacity building and technical partnerships to strengthen smart infrastructure and support a sustainable, investment-friendly and innovation-enabling energy ecosystem.

The conference will also explore the integration of renewable energy sources, the latest developments in electricity storage solutions and smart load-management systems, as well as the role of cybersecurity in protecting energy infrastructure and strengthening system reliability.

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Saudi Industry Minister, Syrian Counterpart Visit Made in Saudi Expo 

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the Made in Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the Made in Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Industry Minister, Syrian Counterpart Visit Made in Saudi Expo 

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the Made in Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the Made in Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef and Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar visited the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion at the third annual Made in Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.

The event is being held from December 15-17.

The ministers reviewed efforts to localize spending on military and technological systems and promote national products and solutions in security and service sectors, including the Saudi armored vehicle “Al-Dahna,” the ministry’s e-platform “Absher,” and the “ASEF II” drone for environmental security and sustainability.

They also explored electronic services for citizens, residents, and visitors, as well as key developmental projects within the ministry and its security sectors.