JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission will hold a Scientific Conference on Underwater Cultural Heritage in Jeddah on Monday, with the participation of researchers from several countries.
The conference aims to discuss studies on research projects and the importance of preserving the features of underwater heritage. The event will also honor pioneers and researchers in the field.
The commission hopes to preserve underwater cultural heritage, prioritize survey and excavation projects for underwater heritage sites, and promote the exchange of expertise and experiences in the field.
This aligns with the objectives of the National Strategy for Culture within the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
The conference will announce the establishment of a specialized center to protect underwater cultural heritage in the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf. Sessions will be broadcast on the Heritage Commission’s YouTube channel.
The conference will feature four panel discussions, each addressing key aspects of underwater cultural heritage.
The first will delve into “Survey Projects for Submerged Heritage in Saudi Arabia,” showcasing ongoing efforts within the Kingdom.
The second will explore “Results of Submerged Heritage Survey Projects Worldwide,” providing a global perspective on underwater cultural heritage.
The third will focus on “Archaeological Research Sources and Modern Techniques in Surveying and Excavating Submerged Heritage,” highlighting innovative approaches employed in the field.
The fourth will address “Capacity Building and Management of Submerged Cultural Heritage,” emphasizing the importance of developing expertise and sustainable management practices.
Participants from various Arab and international countries will be hosted during the event, including the US, Spain, the UK, Argentina, Italy, Slovenia, Mexico, South Korea, Egypt, Algeria, Lebanon, Bulgaria and Australia.
The commission’s commitment to organizing this conference stems from its belief in the integral role of submerged cultural heritage in shaping national culture and heritage.
Submerged heritage serves as a living testament to the historical relationships between the Kingdom and ancient civilizations.
In addition to the conference sessions, the commission has planned a historical tour and special activities to engage and educate attendees about the significance of submerged cultural heritage.
This interactive approach aims to foster a deeper understanding of the historical narratives embedded in the underwater heritage of Saudi Arabia.
Jeddah forum to discuss underwater heritage preservation
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Jeddah forum to discuss underwater heritage preservation
- Saudi commission leads global discussion on protecting underwater cultural heritage
- The conference will announce the establishment of a specialized center to protect underwater cultural heritage in the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf
Saudi FM participates in GCC-Jordan ministerial meeting
RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan participated on Thursday in the seventh GCC-Jordan joint ministerial meeting of foreign ministers in Makkah, the Saudi Press Agency said.
The meeting discussed regional issues including the Palestinian cause and the efforts made to achieve regional security and stability.
It also tackled ways of boosting GCC-Jordanian relations and supporting partnerships.
The meeting was headed by Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Yahya.
Saudi-Moroccan foreign ministers co-chair 14th session of joint committee in Makkah
MAKKAH: Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita co-chaired in Makkah the 14th session of the Saudi-Moroccan Joint Committee.
The event was attended by senior officials from ministries, government agencies and private-sector institutions from both sides.
The convening of the meeting reaffirms the strong ties between the two countries and aims to boost cooperation in all areas of common interest.
Both sides appreciated the efforts of the entities involved in the committee’s work to meet the aspirations of both leaderships. They also emphasized their commitment to strengthening cooperation across various fields to further elevate their strong relations.
Crackdown on environmental offenders in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: The Special Forces for Environmental Security in Saudi Arabia took action in three separate incidents of environmental law infringement, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The forces apprehended two citizens for environmental offences after they cut protective fencing and entered the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve without proper permits. The authorities have implemented statutory procedures against the offenders and referred them to the authorities.
In a separate incident, authorities arrested a Sudanese resident for environmental offences in the Makkah region, where he was caught burning waste illegally, causing soil pollution and environmental damage. Legal measures were taken against him before referring his case to the authorities.
Authorities also intercepted a Saudi citizen transporting one cubic meter of locally harvested firewood in the Riyadh region. Standard legal procedures were applied, and the confiscated materials were handed over to the relevant authorities.
According to official statements, penalties for cutting or damaging fences in protected areas can reach SR100,000 ($26,665), with offenders required to repair damages and pay compensation.
KSrelief distributes 500 food baskets in Conakry, Guinea
CONAKRY: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center recently distributed 500 food baskets in the city of Conakry, Guinea, benefiting 500 families, totaling 3,513 individuals.
This comes within the framework of the Kingdom’s humanitarian and relief efforts to help needy and affected populations worldwide with various forms of relief.
The center also distributed 150 food baskets in Bijelo Polje, Montenegro, benefiting 750 individuals from the most vulnerable groups, widows and orphans. These initiatives come as part of the Etaam food basket distribution project.
Meanwhile, 1,440 food parcels were delivered to displaced families in Sudan’s Sennar and Khartoum states.
In Mauritania, 574 food bags were distributed in the Tiaret district, while in Kosovo, the center distributed 1,150 food baskets across Klina, Peja, Decan, and Gjakova. In Ghana, KSrelief distributed 825 food baskets in Old Tafo, while 300 food baskets were provided in Syria’s Rif Dimashq.
GCC chief urges international community to take responsibility for halting Israeli violations against Palestinian people
- Joint ministerial meeting between GCC, Egypt in Makkah
RIYADH: The secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council on Thursday urged the international community to take responsibility for halting ongoing Israeli violations against the Palestinian people.
Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said at a joint ministerial meeting between the GCC and Egypt held in Makkah: “The alarming escalation and ongoing violations faced by the Palestinian people represent a blatant threat to their identity and rights, which we categorically reject.
“We urge the international community to take responsibility for halting these practices that undermine security and stability.”
Albudaiwi thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi for hosting the Extraordinary Arab Summit on Palestine that took place in Cairo on Tuesday.
Arab leaders adopted an Egyptian reconstruction plan for Gaza that would cost $53 billion and avoid displacing Palestinians from the enclave, in contrast to US President Donald Trump’s “Middle East Riviera” vision that received global condemnation.
Albudaiwi affirmed his support for the summit’s outcomes and urged the international community to participate in the initiative to accelerate the rehabilitation and reconstruction of Gaza after the destruction caused by Israeli aggression, emphasizing that the future of Gaza should be within the framework of a unified Palestinian state and the implementation of the two-state solution.
He reiterated his rejection of placing any burden on Egypt due to “inhumane and unjust calls for the displacement of the Palestinian people.”
He also announced that the “Trade and Investment Forum between the GCC and the Arab Republic of Egypt” would be held this year in Egypt.
The forum will aim to enhance economic and trade relations between the GCC and Egypt, providing a platform for investors to explore promising investment opportunities across various economic sectors in Egypt, as well as addressing the challenges facing GCC investors in the country.
