RIYADH: The Kingdom will next Sunday begin receiving applications to install solar cells, with the Saudi Electricity and Co-Generation Regulatory Authority allowing international companies to register for the project’s auction.
The initiative for using the new technology falls into “The Kingdom’s Vision 2030” that supports the use of solar energy in the Kingdom, relying less on oil, and giving consumers the opportunity to generate power and export the surplus energy to the national grid.
Abdullah Al-Shehry, governor of the Electricity and Co-Generation Regulatory Authority, told Aleqtesadiah that “using solar energy will be optional” and clarified that the authority adopted regulations for the uses of solar energy titled “Small-scale Solar Energy Systems.”
Al-Shehry stressed that this opportunity to install solar cells is available to both local and international companies, provided that they obtain a qualification certificate from the Saudi Electricity Co. (SEC).
He further noted that the solar energy project will start being implemented by the middle of next year, allowing consumers to export the redundant energy to the national grid at a price to be set by the network each year, or to be deducted from their electricity bills.
A team of experts is developing the regulations and necessary technical designs to launch the project.
The submission of initial online applications will start next Sunday to limit the number of subscribers, and to be able to study the demand, the potential produced energy, and its impact on the national grid.
Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Beeshi, head of distribution services and leader of the initiative of the solar energy shift at the SEC, pointed out in a previous report that the qualified subscribers can submit a final application to install and connect the small-scale photovoltaic solar energy systems to the national grid on July 1, 2018.
He added that the necessary details, instructions, procedures and examples regarding the applications will be posted on SEC’s official site to make it easier for subscribers, he added.
Saudi Arabia to allow international companies to install solar cells for power subscribers
Saudi Arabia to allow international companies to install solar cells for power subscribers
Saudi minister Al-Jubeir discusses land reclamation, security at Munich conference
- Al-Jubeir said land safety is essential for achieving security and stability, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s commitment to combating desertification in partnership with the UN
MUNICH: The Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir took part in a key dialogue session on land reclamation and security at the Munich Security Conference on Sunday.
The session, organized in collaboration with the UN Convention to Combat Desertification and the Adelphi Research Foundation, addressed the link between land preservation and global stability.
Al-Jubeir said land safety is essential for achieving security and stability, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s commitment to combating desertification in partnership with the UN.
He highlighted the Kingdom’s leadership at COP16, which focused on the negative repercussions of land degradation and the need for sustainable solutions.
Al-Jubeir outlined Saudi Arabia’s local, regional, and international initiatives aimed at protecting land and addressing desertification.
He also called for strong international cooperation to tackle the cross-border challenges posed by land degradation and urged global policymakers to implement effective strategies to safeguard both the environment and security.
Saudi crown prince receives phone call from French President Macron
- During the call, areas of joint cooperation and regional and international developments were discussed
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday, Saudi Press Agency reported.
During the call, areas of joint cooperation and ways to enhance them were reviewed, and regional and international developments were discussed.
The two officials also exchanged views on the latest developments and efforts made toward them to achieve security and stability.
Tunisian president discusses security cooperation with Saudi interior minister
- Discussions focused on strengthening security ties between Tunisia and the Kingdom
TUNIS: Tunisian President Kais Saied met with Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz at the Carthage Presidential Palace on Sunday to discuss bilateral relations and security cooperation between the two countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
During the meeting, Prince Abdulaziz conveyed the greetings of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Saied, along with their wishes for Tunisia’s continued progress and prosperity.
The discussions focused on strengthening security ties between Tunisia and the Kingdom, with high-level officials from both countries in attendance, including the Saudi ambassador to Tunisia Abdulaziz bin Ali Al-Saqr. Representing Tunisia was Interior Minister Khaled Al-Nouri alongside senior officials.
The visit coincided with the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, where Prince Abdulaziz, in his capacity as honorary president of the council, joined other Arab interior ministers in discussing regional security strategies.
President Saied commended the council’s efforts in fostering security integration across Arab nations and expressed his hopes that the ministerial meeting would yield results aligning with the aspirations of Arab leaders and their citizens, SPA reported.
700 tons of Saudi dates to be distributed to over 100 countries during Ramadan
- The dates will be distributed through the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance’s attaches at the Kingdom’s embassies
- Last year, 500 tons of dates were distributed during Ramadan as part of the program
RIYADH: 700 tons of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan as part of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program for Providing Dates, it was reported on Sunday.
The dates will be distributed through the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance’s attaches at the Kingdom’s embassies, and marks an increase of 200 tons from last year.
The Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh thanked the Saudi leadership for their generous care for Muslims in various countries of the world, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The minister highlighted the continuous support that the ministry receives from the leadership to carry out its duty and achieve its mission to serve Islam and Muslims, spread the values and principles of Islam, and confront hatred, extremism, and fanaticism.
The ministry has completed all preparations to ship the dates to beneficiary countries so that they can be distributed during Ramadan 2025.
Saudi Arabia launches Ramadan project in 27 countries
- Saudi aid agency to distribute 390,109 food baskets, benefiting more than 2.3m people
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia, through its aid agency KSrelief, is supporting global food security during the holy month of Ramadan at a cost of more than SR67.6 million ($18 million).
KSrelief Supervisor General Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah launched the Etaam project in Riyadh on Sunday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Under the initiative, 390,109 food baskets will be distributed across 27 countries during Ramadan, providing essential support to over 2.3 million people.
Al-Rabeeah said that the project reflects the humanitarian commitment of the Kingdom’s leadership to support nations and communities in need.
He highlighted its goal of alleviating food insecurity and improving the living conditions of the most vulnerable during the holy month.
Al-Rabeeah also noted that this initiative is among numerous humanitarian programs led by KSrelief, reflecting the generosity and community spirit of donors in the Kingdom toward those in need.
He reaffirmed the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to supporting nations and communities in need, the SPA reported.
Since its establishment in 2015, KSrelief has implemented 3,309 projects across 105 countries, with a total value of almost $7.3 billion, spanning various critical sectors, Al-Rabeeah said.
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s humanitarian and relief efforts, led by KSrelief, to assist vulnerable nations and strengthen global food security.
