Naheet was known for his romantic and national poems
The poet has several children and grand children, who also followed in his footsteps in loving poetry
Updated 26 August 2018
Arab News
RIYADH: Saudi poet Hejab bin Naheet passed away at the age of 74 from a sudden illness on Sunday morning in Riyadh.
Naheet was known for his romantic and national poems recorded on vinyl that were hugely popular in the 70s and 80s, before he quit the entertainment career and began social work.
The poet has several children and grand children, who also followed in his footsteps in loving poetry. Among them are poets Abdullah, and Zeyad, who the reality TV-show “Million’s Poet” in 2009.
Saudi and Iranian FMs meet in New York on UNGA sidelines
Discussions focused on latest developments in Gaza Strip
Updated 22 September 2024
Arab News
NEW YORK CITY: Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Abbas Araghchi on Sunday on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The two ministers discussed relations and ways to enhance them in various fields, the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between the two countries to monitor the progress of their relations, and the latest developments in the Gaza Strip.
The meeting was also attended by the permanent representative of Saudi Arabia to the UN Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, the Director General of the Office of the Foreign Minister Abdulrahman Al-Dawood, and adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed Al-Yahya.
Jordan’s King Abdullah congratulates King Salman on Saudi National Day
Warm fraternal sentiments sent on behalf of the Jordanian people, government
Updated 22 September 2024
Arab News
RIYADH: Jordan’s King Abdullah II has congratulated King Salman on the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s 94th National Day, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
In a cable sent to King Salman, King Abdullah expressed his sincere congratulations and warm fraternal sentiments, on behalf of the Jordanian people and government, the SPA added.
He prayed for the Saudi king’s continued good health and well-being, and wished the Saudi people ongoing progress and prosperity under the king’s leadership.
Saudi embassy in Bulgaria celebrates Kingdom’s 94th National Day
The festivities included a variety of events honoring Saudi culture and heritage, including the inauguration of the Saudi coffee pavilion
Updated 22 September 2024
Arab News
SOFIA: Saudi Ambassador to Bulgaria Dr. Rami Al-Otaibi recently held a reception at the Saudi residence in Sofia on the occasion of the Kingdom’s 94th National Day.
The festivities included a variety of events honoring Saudi culture and heritage, including the inauguration of the Saudi coffee pavilion, musical performances by Saudi artists, a showcase of dates and their byproducts, as well as an introduction to various Saudi literary works, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The Embassy of Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Office in Tokyo also celebrated National Day with an event attended by Ambassador Ghazi Faisal Binzagr and Cultural Office Head Badr Al-Outaibi, along with Saudi graduates and students.
The historic UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif has been transformed into a vibrant hub of cultural activities, with traditional samri and ardah performances
Updated 22 September 2024
SPA
RIYADH: The Diriyah Gate Development Authority is marking the 94th Saudi National Day with a captivating array of events and activities to celebrate the Kingdom’s rich heritage and strengthen national unity, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Diriyah marks the legacy of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia, while representing the depth of national belonging that began in the area, which today is a global cultural and historic symbol.
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The historic UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif has been transformed into a vibrant hub of cultural activities, with traditional samri and ardah performances, along with live poetry recitals, attracting visitors.
In collaboration with the King Abdulaziz Foundation, or Darah, a series of cultural sessions have been presented, delving into tales of the history of the Kingdom’s unification and the personality of King Abdulaziz.
Bujairi Terrace has offered a blend of history and technology, captivating visitors with a unique exhibition of King Abdulaziz which presents the Kingdom’s history through storytelling.
Saudi Space Agency’s CEO attends UN event in New York
Gathering showcases cutting-edge technology
Updated 22 September 2024
Arab News
RIYADH: Saudi Space Agency’s CEO Mohammed Al-Tamimi participated in a high-level event in New York on Saturday on sustainable space exploration, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Held at the American Museum of Natural History, the event was organized by the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs and focused on strengthening international collaboration in space exploration to advance Sustainable Development Goals.
The gathering showcased cutting-edge technology and methods for using satellite data in space exploration and Earth observation, particularly in support of climate action and disaster risk reduction, aligning with the SDGs.
Al-Tamimi highlighted Saudi Arabia’s increasing role in the global space sector, stressing the importance of harnessing space technologies to tackle critical global challenges like climate change and the mitigation of natural disasters.
He pointed out that through the Saudi Space Agency the Kingdom was developing initiatives designed to promote innovation and utilize space technologies to support global climate efforts and Earth observation.
Al-Tamimi added that space’s contribution extended beyond the exploration of planets and galaxies, playing a crucial part in supporting international policies aimed at sustainable development.
He also emphasized that the Saudi Space Agency is working with international partners to enhance collaborative efforts, sharing expertise across nations to drive innovation in space and related technologies.
