TAIF: Taif University President Hussam bin Abdul Wahhab Zaman, extended his gratitude to King Salman following the inauguration of the “New Taif” projects, among which was the new university project in Sysid.
“The inauguration of the New Taif project is a result of the efforts of Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, adviser to King Salman and governor of Makkah, to transform Taif into a modern city with large-scale development projects in the near future,” Zaman said.
Zaman explained that the university has started constructing its new building in Sysid, emerging from the development vision, “building humans and developing places,” in order to achieve the goals of Vision 2030 and the National Transformation Program (NTP) 2020.
The New Taif development project, supervised by the Integration Development Center in Makkah province, occupies 1,250 square kilometers and will be able to accommodate 750,000 people. The project includes a modern university, developing Souq Okaz City, implementing the infrastructure of the new international airport, designing a technology oasis, and developing the Taif industrial city and the Ministry of Housing’s project, which occupies 12 square kilometers.
According to Zaman, the university has a strategic location — surrounded by the city of Taif and the rest of the New Taif projects, and close to the city of Makkah. It is currently carrying out 16 projects divided into 3 phases. The project’s total value surpasses SR2.908 billion ($775.43 million) and includes educational facilities for the university’s colleges, departments, labs and hospital, and is set to serve around 90,000 students. It also includes housing for the faculty and students, as well as buildings for sports and cultural activities.
“Taif University is keen on creating effective partnerships with all government agencies in order to achieve mutual objectives and ensure the success of the New Taif project, as well as other development projects,” Zaman said.
“Taif University plans on investing part of its new university in Sysid, as well as its current location in Hoya, to carry out investment projects which will generate excellent financial return and support its resources.”
Taif University president thanks King Salman for launch of new project
Taif University president thanks King Salman for launch of new project
Saudi, Iraqi defense ministers discuss cooperation in phone call
RIYADH: Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman received a phone call from his Iraqi counterpart Thabet Al-Abbasi on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The two discussed Saudi-Iraqi relations and cooperation between the two countries in the military and defense fields, SPA added.
They also spoke about regional developments and shared efforts to enhance security and stability in the region and beyond.
RSAF personnel complete training in US missile defense system
- US-led THAAD program involved operational exercises, combat simulations
- Training part of Kingdom’s strategy to enhance armed forces’ capabilities
RIYADH: A second company from the Royal Saudi Air Force graduated this week after completing their training in an American anti-ballistic missile defense system.
The graduation ceremony, held at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, was attended by Maj. Gen. Pilot Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Rabiah, the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces Institute commander and other representatives from the two countries.
The US-led program involved technical and operational exercises, combat simulations and advanced field training supervised by representatives of the manufacturers of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system and military experts, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Another company of RSAF graduates completed the program last year as part of the Ministry of Defense’s strategy to enhance the capabilities of its forces through professional training.
The THAAD system is considered one of the most advanced and precise methods to tackle ballistic missile threats and has been adopted by the Kingdom as part of its air defense strategy.
Saudi fund signs $10m loan for renewable energy project in Solomon Islands
- Deal will help island nation reduce its reliance on conventional energy
- Since 1974, SaudFund for Development has financed 800 projects worth more than $21bn
RIYADH: The Saudi Fund for Development on Tuesday signed a $10 million development loan agreement with the Solomon Islands to support a renewable energy project.
The deal was signed by the fund’s CEO Sultan Al-Marshad and the Solomon Islands’ Finance and Treasury Minister Manasseh Sogavare.
The project aims to develop renewable energy infrastructure in the country by establishing solar power plants with a total capacity of 35.5 megawatts and energy storage systems.
This will reduce its reliance on conventional energy and support sustainable development goals for economic and environmental growth, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The loan is the fund’s first to the Solomon Islands and demonstrates its commitment to supporting developing countries and small island states in overcoming economic, social and environmental challenges.
Since its foundation in 1974, the fund has financed more than 800 projects worth more than $21 billion in more than 100 countries.
Through its global initiatives, the fund enhances livelihoods, expands access to services and empowers communities, fostering inclusive growth and creating opportunities worldwide.
On the sidelines of the signing, Al-Marshad and his delegation met Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele. They discussed the fund’s 50-year development efforts and ways to strengthen cooperation.
Five Arabian sand gazelles born in Buraidah Oasis
- Environmental achievement reflects national efforts to resettle wildlife, restore ecological balance in the Kingdom, and enhance the sustainability of its natural resources
- Center continues to implement its strategic plans to preserve wildlife and enrich biodiversity in the Kingdom, in line with the SGI, the National Environment Strategy, and Vision 2030
RIYADH: The National Center for Wildlife has announced the birth of five endangered Arabian sand gazelles in the Buraidah Oasis, as part of the center’s breeding and resettlement programs.
This environmental achievement reflects national efforts to resettle wildlife, restore ecological balance in the Kingdom, and enhance the sustainability of its natural resources, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.
The center continues to implement its strategic plans to preserve wildlife and enrich biodiversity in the Kingdom, in line with the Saudi Green Initiative, the National Environment Strategy, and Vision 2030.
Saudi foreign minister lands in US for official visit
DUBAI: Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan landed in the United States on Tuesday, Al Arabiya Television reported.
