Saudi Arabia Strengthens Public Safety with Smart Security Measures

The Ministry of Interior has further strengthened public safety through initiatives such as the Unified Security Operations Center - SPA
The Ministry of Interior has further strengthened public safety through initiatives such as the Unified Security Operations Center - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Strengthens Public Safety with Smart Security Measures

The Ministry of Interior has further strengthened public safety through initiatives such as the Unified Security Operations Center - SPA
The Ministry of Interior has further strengthened public safety through initiatives such as the Unified Security Operations Center - SPA

Security in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is not merely a perception but a tangible reality underpinning economic growth, tourism, entertainment, and quality of life, driven by the sustained efforts of government institutions and security agencies dedicated to safeguarding stability, enabling the Kingdom to rank among the world’s leading nations in safety and security.

Saudi Arabia has been recognized as the safest country among the G20 nations, according to data from the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicators Database, in comparison with the results of the Safety Index for 2025, according to SPA.

An impressive 97.7% of the population reports feeling safe walking alone at night in their neighborhoods, reflecting the Kingdom's rapid development, effective preventive measures, and proactive approach to crime prevention.

The Ministry of Interior has further strengthened public safety through initiatives such as the Unified Security Operations Center (911) and the Unified Crime Classification System.

By leveraging artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and automated security systems, alongside continuous public awareness campaigns and a visible security presence, the ministry has enhanced public confidence and reinforced safety across communities, airports, seaports, and the Kingdom’s extensive borders.



Saudi Defense Minister Discusses Defense Cooperation with Malaysian Counterpart

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Defense Minister Discusses Defense Cooperation with Malaysian Counterpart

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz reviewed with his Malaysian counterpart Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin on Sunday prospects of bilateral cooperation in the defense field between their countries.

During a telephone call, the officials discussed efforts made regarding current regional developments and a number of issues of mutual interest.


Saudi Arabia Participates in G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Ebola Response

G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on accelerating collective action to defeat Ebola. (SPA)
G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on accelerating collective action to defeat Ebola. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Participates in G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Ebola Response

G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on accelerating collective action to defeat Ebola. (SPA)
G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on accelerating collective action to defeat Ebola. (SPA)

Dr. Nouf Alnumair, deputy minister for international cooperation at Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health, represented Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on accelerating collective action to defeat Ebola, held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the Saudi Press Agency reported Sunday.

The meeting brought together representatives of G20 countries, invited nations and international organizations, as well as senior officials from affected countries, to discuss strengthening international coordination, accelerating joint efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak, supporting response efforts in affected countries, and bolstering health systems to curb transmission and prevent cross-border spread.

Discussions highlighted the need to unify international efforts to address cross-border health threats, strengthen coordination among governments, international institutions, and health bodies, and accelerate support to affected areas, including surveillance, diagnosis, field response, and capacity building, while enhancing regional and international health preparedness.


Bin Farhan Discusses Regional and International Developments with Guterres

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (SPA)
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Bin Farhan Discusses Regional and International Developments with Guterres

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (SPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York on the sidelines of the high-level week of the 81st UN General Assembly session. 

The two officials discussed areas of cooperation and regional and international developments of mutual interest. 

During the meeting, Prince Faisal expressed his appreciation to Guterres as he nears the end of his term, commending the efforts he made during his tenure. 

The Saudi Minister also held separate meetings with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf, Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco Alvarez, and Ghanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. 

The meetings focused on key regional and international issues, with the officials exchanging views on current developments and international efforts to address them.