Over 40,000 People Visit Holy Quran in Exhibition in Makkah

A copy of the holy Quran is handed to a worshipper at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. (SPA)
A copy of the holy Quran is handed to a worshipper at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. (SPA)
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Over 40,000 People Visit Holy Quran in Exhibition in Makkah

A copy of the holy Quran is handed to a worshipper at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. (SPA)
A copy of the holy Quran is handed to a worshipper at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. (SPA)

The Holy Quran Exhibition, held in the holy city of Makkah, has attracted over 40,000 visitors since its opening 12 days ago, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday.

The exhibition is organized by the General Secretariat for Exhibitions and Conferences, in cooperation with the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran.

The visitors hailed the information presented at the exhibition, including Saudi Arabia's boasting of the largest printing press in history that has published and printed the Quran.

The exhibition boasts large display screens that recount the story and stages of the establishment of the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran in Madinah.

It includes a number of pavilions that inform visitors on the annual and total publications of the Complex, and the stages through which the printing of the Quran goes through.

The exhibition also highlights the copies of the Quran that are printed by the Complex in all narratives and interpretations in all languages.

Everyone attending the exhibit receives a copy of the Quran during their visit.



Saudi Space Agency Launches 'Space Future Center' to Strengthen Innovation in Space Sector

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
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Saudi Space Agency Launches 'Space Future Center' to Strengthen Innovation in Space Sector

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)

The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) announced on Sunday the launch of the Space Future Center, the first of its kind within the network of Fourth Industrial Revolution Centers affiliated with the World Economic Forum.

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field.

The center introduced its board of directors, comprising a distinguished group of international experts. Leading the board is Chairman of the Space Future Center and Deputy Minister of Economy and Planning Dr. Mohammed Al-Tamimi. Other prominent members include Managing Director of the World Economic Forum Eng. Ammar Nagadi, CEO of the World Economic Forum Jeremy Jurgens, CEO of the Neo Space Group Martijn Blanken, Co-Founder and CEO of Axiom Space Kam Ghaffarian, and Founder of Spaceport Sarabahi Susmita Mohanty. The board’s membership reflects the expertise and strategic vision necessary to achieve the center's ambitious goals.

Al-Tamimi emphasized that the center represents a significant addition to the global space sector. He highlighted the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening a sustainable space economy, advancing knowledge, and fostering international partnerships.

The launch of the center will boost Saudi Arabia’s role both regionally and globally, enabling humanity to responsibly explore and capitalize on the opportunities offered by space, he stressed.

This initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader ambition to become a leader in space exploration and innovation, positioning the Kingdom at the forefront of the rapidly evolving space industry.