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Arab Parliament Praises Women Role as Key in Society's Development

Saudi women work inside the first all-female call center in the Kingdom’s security sector, in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia August 29, 2017. (Reuters)
Saudi women work inside the first all-female call center in the Kingdom’s security sector, in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia August 29, 2017. (Reuters)
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Arab Parliament Praises Women Role as Key in Society's Development

Saudi women work inside the first all-female call center in the Kingdom’s security sector, in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia August 29, 2017. (Reuters)
Saudi women work inside the first all-female call center in the Kingdom’s security sector, in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia August 29, 2017. (Reuters)

Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi emphasized that Arab women are essential partners in the process of construction and development of Arab societies.

The statement highlighted women's significant achievements across various fields and their proven ability to hold top positions both regionally and internationally, representing Arab nations in major forums.
In a statement issued on the occasion of Arab Women's Day on February 1, Al Yamahi called for strengthening legislation that supports women, ensuring the preservation and protection of their rights and gains while enhancing their empowerment and vital role in building future generations. He reiterated the Arab Parliament's commitment to support Arab women in all their endeavors, SPA reported.
He noted the efforts of the Arab Parliament in this regard, particularly the launch of the Arab Charter on Women's Rights, which serves as a legislative framework and reference for Arab countries in enacting and updating laws related to women's rights. This initiative recognizes and appreciates the critical role of women in society.
He specifically acknowledged the resilience and strength of Palestinian women in the face of the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.

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KAUST Develops Robotic System to Improve Date Palm Harvesting

The robotic arms of the system will be able to move as quickly as a human farmer while precisely picking each date without damage to itself or the fruit - SPA
The robotic arms of the system will be able to move as quickly as a human farmer while precisely picking each date without damage to itself or the fruit - SPA
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KAUST Develops Robotic System to Improve Date Palm Harvesting

The robotic arms of the system will be able to move as quickly as a human farmer while precisely picking each date without damage to itself or the fruit - SPA
The robotic arms of the system will be able to move as quickly as a human farmer while precisely picking each date without damage to itself or the fruit - SPA

The King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has been developing a new robotic system designed to automate date palm harvesting, SPA reported.
According to a KAUST press release, the system aims to revolutionize the agriculture industry and establish Saudi Arabia as a leader in agriculture innovation. The research, led by KAUST Assistant Professor Shinkyu Park, focuses on automating key processes in date farming, such as harvesting, pollination, and tree maintenance through AI-powered robotics, and promises to yield larger quantities of more nutritious dates.
Park's "robotic farmers" solution combines robotics for reliable farming and AI for greater efficiency. The robotic arms of the system will be able to move as quickly as a human farmer while precisely picking each date without damage to itself or the fruit. Equipped with high-precision visual sensors, the robotic farmers can identify individual dates, flowers, and tree structures to perform tasks such as harvesting, spraying, and pruning, ensuring tree health, productivity, and longevity while reducing the risk of pest infestations and diseases.
Field trials are scheduled to begin during the 2025 harvest season, with full operational capability expected within three years. Park suggested that a Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model could allow smaller farmers to access the technology without the burden of purchasing the robots outright.
The project is one of many at KAUST that will benefit date farming and food security. Such projects provide Saudi Arabia an advantage not only in agricultural technology but also in agricultural expertise, as leaders in farming and robotics are drawn to the region, while laborers will be the first to engage with the new technologies developed by Park and his team, according to the release.
"I am excited that this initiative extends beyond engineering solutions and cultivates research and development opportunities for local talent, contributing to the long-term sustainable educational and economic growth of the Kingdom," he said.