RIYADH: The Saudi aid agency KSrelief and the Kuwait Red Crescent Society have teamed up to provide $1 million for drugs and personal hygiene kits for cancer patients in Sudan.
The two bodies on Wednesday signed a cooperation program to this effect at KSrelief’s headquarters in Riyadh.
The agreement was signed by Dr. Salah bin Fahd Al-Mazrou, assistant general supervisor for financial and administrative affairs at KSrelief, and Maha Barjas Hamoud Al-Barjas, secretary-general of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society.
The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, general supervisor of KSrelief; Sheikh Sabah Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Kuwaiti ambassador to Saudi Arabia; and Dr. Jalal bin Mohammed Al-Owaisi, president of the Saudi Red Crescent Authority.
The hygiene kits will be shipped from Saudi Arabia to Port Sudan.
KSrelief and the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office also recently signed a joint $9.16 million agreement to support Sudan.
The two bodies will each contribute $4.58 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross to support the regional emergency response to the humanitarian crisis in the country.
The funding aims to provide support for health, protection and food security, and alleviate the urgent humanitarian needs of those affected in Sudan.
KSrelief has undertaken 2,402 projects in 92 countries worth more than $6.2 billion — in cooperation with 175 local, regional and international partners — since its inception in May 2015.
According to a recent KSrelief report, the countries that have benefited the most are Yemen ($4.2 billion), Syria ($372 million), Palestine ($370 million), Somalia ($256 million), and $259 million in other multiple countries.
KSrelief’s programs include those involving food security, health, sanitation, shelter, nutrition, education and telecommunications.
Meanwhile, in Yemen KSrelief recently launched a training course in Aden governorate to employ social workers in emergency education. This involves 20 schools in the emergency response project, ensuring access to a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Participants from the governorates of Lahij, Abyan, Dhale and Taiz will receive five-day knowledge and skills training as part of the project. They will be taught to provide psychological support to students and teachers during emergencies and various crises.
The training also aims to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and help identify and address students’ psychological and social problems.
Dr. Zaid Qahtan, undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for the training and qualification sector in Yemen, commended KSrelief’s role and purposeful efforts in strengthening the educational sector in his country. This includes building schools and conducting training programs, recognizing education as an essential sector.
This project is part of Saudi Arabia’s grant to support the humanitarian response plan in Yemen. Under this, 28 classrooms will be expanded and 10 schools, along with their sewage facilities, will be rehabilitated.
KSrelief, Kuwait Red Crescent sign $1m deal for Sudan cancer patients
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KSrelief, Kuwait Red Crescent sign $1m deal for Sudan cancer patients
- Drugs and personal hygiene kits will be sent to crisis-hit African country
- KSrelief and the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office also recently signed a joint $9.16 million agreement to support Sudan
Saudi Joint Forces commander meets Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council member for security cooperation talks
- Meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between Joint Forces Command and Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council
RIYADH: Lieut. Gen. Fahd bin Hamad Al-Salman, commander of the Joint Forces, met with Faraj Salmeen Al-Bahsani, member of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, at the Joint Forces Command headquarters in Riyadh on Sunday.
The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between the Joint Forces Command and the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Discussions also centered on enhancing the ongoing support provided by Saudi Arabia through the Joint Forces to promote security and stability in Yemen.
During the reception, Al-Bahsani commended the Kingdom’s role in supporting Yemen’s efforts to achieve stability.
He emphasized the importance of continuing strategic cooperation between the two countries to address the challenges currently facing Yemen.
Al-Bahsani thanked the Saudi leadership for their unwavering support across various fields, noting that this collaboration plays a vital role in advancing stability in Yemen and the wider region, SPA reported.
The meeting underscored the Kingdom’s commitment to fostering peace and stability in Yemen as part of its broader efforts to address regional security challenges, SPA added.
Saudi justice minister announces comprehensive legal system development project
- The minister highlighted a range of training programs offered by the Judicial Training Center and Saudi Bar Association, targeting law graduates and practicing lawyers
RIYADH: The Ministry of Justice, in collaboration with the Saudi Bar Association, has announced the launch of a comprehensive project to review and develop the lawyers’ system, according to Saudi Justice Minister Walid Al-Samaani.
The project aims to strengthen the legal profession by empowering practitioners, improving access to legal services, and keeping up with the Kingdom’s legal, social and developmental advances, Al-Samaani, also chairman of the association, said.
On Sunday, Al-Samaani inaugurated the first Saudi Lawyers Conference in Riyadh, themed “Developments in the Lawyers and Legal Consultations Sector.”
With participation from government and private entities, the two-day conference focuses on the future of the legal profession within the Kingdom’s evolving legislative landscape.
It also highlights the significant impact of professional and educational developments on enhancing the local legal environment and fostering a vibrant business and investment climate.
About 30 experts and specialists are participating, leading discussions on various aspects of the profession. On Monday, 19 workshops will be held, led by specialists to enrich attendees’ knowledge and professional experience.
Al-Samaani said that the renewal of law licenses will be processed automatically and completed within 15 days of a complete application, aiming to empower and support lawyers.
He said that the demand for lawyers had grown significantly and would likely continue with the Kingdom’s expanding business landscape and ongoing developments.
“This growth is tied to strengthening institutional work, enhancing legal foundations, and developing model contracts, documentation systems and legislative tools,” he said.
The minister highlighted a range of training programs offered by the Judicial Training Center and Saudi Bar Association, targeting law graduates and practicing lawyers.
These programs combine practical and theoretical training, including the Lawyer Qualification Program, Lawyer Development Program, Saudi Professional Accreditation for Legal Practitioners, and Cooperative Training Program for university students, among others.
Diriyah Co. partners with Saudi cybersecurity federation to bolster digital infrastructure
- Under the agreement, Diriyah Co. will join BugBounty, the Middle East’s first cybersecurity research platform
RIYADH: The Diriyah Co. signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, known as SAFCSP, on Sunday to strengthen the digital security of Diriyah city, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The partnership will enhance cybersecurity measures and safeguard the city’s digital infrastructure as it continues to evolve into a modern hub of culture and heritage, SPA added.
Under the agreement, Diriyah Co. will join BugBounty, the Middle East’s first cybersecurity research platform.
BugBounty uses the expertise of cybersecurity specialists to identify and address software vulnerabilities, which will allow Diriyah Co. and SAFCSP to implement strategies to mitigate potential digital threats.
To further support this, SAFCSP will provide specialized training programs to Diriyah Co. employees, equipping them with cybersecurity skills and raising awareness about the importance of digital security.
The MoU will grant the company access to SAFCSP’s database of professionals, facilitating the recruitment of cybersecurity talent. The partnership also enables the design of tailored assessments to evaluate candidates’ suitability for cybersecurity roles. In addition, outstanding students with relevant certifications will be identified for potential training opportunities.
Speaking about the collaboration, Jerry Inzerillo, group CEO of Diriyah Co., said:
“This MoU aligns with Diriyah’s commitment to realizing Saudi Vision 2030, marking a crucial step toward creating a secure and sustainable digital future for Diriyah. Our collaboration with government and private sectors, especially the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, is essential for empowering the next generation in advanced technology, driving cultural and economic growth.”
The partnership will also involve joint cybersecurity projects, including conferences, workshops, and public awareness initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of digital security.
Saudi Arabia hosts first Council of Arab Ministers of Cybersecurity in Riyadh
- Arab League established body following proposal from Saudi Arabia
- Aim is to enhance collaboration among Arab nations
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is hosting the first meeting of the Council of Arab Ministers of Cybersecurity in Riyadh on Monday, featuring officials and experts from a variety of Arab League countries.
The Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit will participate in the meeting to discuss cooperation in cybersecurity and joint cyber frameworks, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The Arab League established the council in September 2023 following a proposal from Saudi Arabia to consolidate Arab efforts in the sector due to increasing cyber threats and computer-related attacks.
The Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority is hosting the event. Established in 2017, the body aims to protect Saudi national security and interests from cyber breaches and attacks.
The Riyadh meeting’s primary objective is to enhance collaboration among Arab nations on all cybersecurity-related matters.
It also aims to function as a platform for exchanging expertise and creating a reliable Arab cyberspace that enables growth and prosperity for all member states of the Arab League.
Riyadh festival strengthens Saudi-Iraqi cultural bonds
- ‘Common Ground’ celebrates music, art and shared heritage
RIYADH: A Saudi-Iraqi dialogue on music has been held as part of the “Common Ground” festival at Riyadh Boulevard, which runs until Dec. 31.
The dialogue featured Saudi artist Abadi Al-Johar and Iraqi artist Naseer Shamma, who presented their musical creations.
It highlighted the points of convergence between the rich cultures of both nations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.
Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the event aims to highlight the shared cultural elements between Saudi Arabia and Iraq through various cultural and artistic activities.
The goal is to strengthen cultural cooperation between the Kingdom and Iraq and provide an opportunity to explore Iraqi culture and its creative landmarks, the SPA reported.
Iraqi visitors expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality and the festival’s recognition of Iraqi artists, particularly the honoring of renowned singer Saadoun Jaber and the late poet Karim Al-Iraqi.
Many said that this reflected the festival’s respect for Iraq’s artistic legacy and its role in fostering cultural ties between the two nations.
An art exhibition at the festival showcases dozens of works by Saudi and Iraqi artists, which visitors praised for vividly portraying the historical and cultural diversity of the two countries while highlighting their shared heritage.
The event has also included discussions on the historical roots of economic ties and recent efforts to strengthen them.
Researchers and historians from both countries gathered to discuss their shared history and explored ways to cooperate in the future.
The festival includes a children’s area with heritage games, arts and crafts, and interactive storytelling.
It also offers a culinary experience blending Saudi and Iraqi flavors, while visitors can enjoy Saudi coffee and Iraqi tea, reflecting Arab hospitality.
The event is being held in collaboration between the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives and the Iraqi National Library and Archive.
