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Saudi Gazette
3 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
Transport minister inspects Hajj shuttle service for pilgrims heading for Grand Mosque
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Minister of Transport and Logistics Saleh Al-Jasser inspected the shuttle bus service for pilgrims to assess service quality and ensure a safe transport experience between the holy sites and the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Al-Jasser examined the shuttle service station located west of the Jamarat, which is directly linked to the Grand Mosque to facilitate pilgrim transfers for Tawaf Al-Ifadah and other rituals. A designated shuttle service track has been implemented to separate bus and pedestrian traffic, enhancing both safety and efficiency for pilgrims. The shuttle journey takes approximately 20 minutes, utilizing a fleet of 100 buses, each with a capacity of 125 passengers. This system allows for a remarkable throughput of up to 20,000 passengers per hour at each station.
Leaders
07-05-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Transport Minister Wraps Up Italy Visit with Emphasis on Investment Opportunities
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, Saleh Al-Jasser, has concluded an official visit to Italy, accompanied by a delegation representing the Kingdom's transport and logistics sectors. The visit was aimed at strengthening economic ties and expanding investment cooperation between the two nations. Al-Jasser led the Saudi delegation during a Saudi-Italian roundtable that brought together key figures from both government and private sectors. Discussions centered on advancing partnerships and exploring investment prospects aligned with Saudi Arabia's National Transport and Logistics Strategy. Throughout the visit, the minister held meetings with public and private sector leaders to foster collaboration in the fields of transport and logistics and to deepen bilateral economic relations. He also toured Italian companies and government institutions specializing in luxury rail systems and smart road technologies, where he examined cutting-edge innovations and discussed potential areas of collaboration. The trip aimed to create new avenues for economic growth and development while encouraging Italian private-sector firms to seize emerging opportunities through increased foreign direct investment in Saudi Arabia. Related Topics : Saudi Crown Prince, Italy's PM Exchange Views on Multiple Issues Saudi Arabia, Italy Seal $3 Billion Deal to Boost Economic Ties Italy Withdraws from China's Belt, Road Initiative Saudi Arabia participates for the second time, at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition in Italy Short link : Post Views: 58 Related Stories
Arab News
13-04-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Human capability must be central to policy, investment for better health: IsDB chairman
RIYADH: Human capability should be ingrained in every policy and investment made in order to safeguard health, according to the chairman of the Islamic Development Bank Group. Speaking on the first day of the Human Capability Initiative 2025 in Riyadh, Mohammed Al-Jasser explained that good health is not a privilege but a prerequisite for dignity, productivity, and national development. This aligns with the group's goal to promote comprehensive human development, focusing on the priority areas of alleviating poverty, improving health, and promoting education, as well as enhancing governance, and bringing prosperity to the people. 'To be truly ready, we must ingrain human capability in every policy we shape and every investment we make. Our legacy will not be measured by material wealth but by how effectively we nurture minds, safeguard health, and empower communities,' Al-Jasser said. 'In 2023 alone, the Islamic Development Bank approved $1.4 billion in healthcare investments,' he added. The IsDB chairman noted that the group supported the expansion of maternal and neonatal services in Mauritania, helping to reduce preventable deaths and protect the next generation. 'Our partnership with UNICEF through the Global Muslim Philanthropy Fund delivers lifesaving nutrition, clean water, and essential health services to children in crisis zones,' Al-Jasser said. He added: 'We are proud of our role in the Lives and Livelihoods Fund, our $1.5 billion collaboration with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, The Gates Foundation and other donors, this initiative is transforming lives by expanding access to vaccines and strengthening our primary healthcare.' The chairman also shed light on the recently launched Health Impact Investment Platform in partnership with the African Development Bank, the European Investment Bank, and the World Health Organization. 'This bold initiative reimagines health as an investable asset, channeling both concessional and private capital to scale up cancer diagnostics and care in underserved regions, particularly in Africa,' Al-Jasser said. The two-day event unites government entities, the private sector, and nonprofit organizations to foster collaboration and drive innovation in human capabilities. Organized by the Human Capability Development Program — a part of the Vision 2030 realization undertakings — in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the conference is also expected to explore breakthrough learning models and strategies for future workforce readiness. HCI 2025 will host over 100-panel discussions across four main stages, focusing on key future trends in developing human potential. It will explore innovative methods to empower individuals and communities while fostering stronger public-private sector collaboration to create sustainable and impactful solutions for the future.
Zawya
07-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Work is underway to restructure and develop aviation infrastructure in Saudi Arabia: minister
RIYADH — Minister of Transport and Logistics Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser revealed that work is underway to restructure and develop the infrastructure and implement several projects in the aviation sector, including the King Salman International Airport project, in addition to upgrading the arrival lounges at various airports. Speaking to Al-Ekhbariya after the ceremony of handing over Air Operator's Certificate to Riyadh Air by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Al-Jasser said that rapid steps are being taken to begin construction work and complete the designs of the King Salman Airport project, as well as other airport projects in Jazan, Hail, Al-Jouf, Taif, and others. The minister said that the transportation and logistics strategy, launched by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, included restructuring of the aviation sector, transitioning from the sole national operator model to one based on two major national carriers. This ensures that King Salman Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport are connected to all countries around the world, as well as to all airports within the Kingdom. Al-Jasser pointed out that the aviation sector strategy, which is part of the national strategy for transportation and logistics, represents a comprehensive plan that includes the two main airlines - Riyadh Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines, in addition to other airline companies such as Flyadeal, Flynas, and others. He emphasized that the strategy has contributed to increasing the number of destinations connected to the Kingdom's airports from 100 to 172. He pointed to a clear development in legislation, which has contributed to the current renaissance in the Kingdom's aviation sector and attracted investment, in addition to the ongoing development of passenger rights and the improvement of services provided to them © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
06-04-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Al-Jasser: work is underway to restructure and develop aviation infrastructure
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Transport and Logistics Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser revealed that work is underway to restructure and develop the infrastructure and implement several projects in the aviation sector, including the King Salman International Airport project, in addition to upgrading the arrival lounges at various airports. Speaking to Al-Ekhbariya after the ceremony of handing over Air Operator's Certificate to Riyadh Air by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Al-Jasser said that rapid steps are being taken to begin construction work and complete the designs of the King Salman Airport project, as well as other airport projects in Jazan, Hail, Al-Jouf, Taif, and others. The minister said that the transportation and logistics strategy, launched by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, included restructuring of the aviation sector, transitioning from the sole national operator model to one based on two major national carriers. This ensures that King Salman Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport are connected to all countries around the world, as well as to all airports within the Kingdom. Al-Jasser pointed out that the aviation sector strategy, which is part of the national strategy for transportation and logistics, represents a comprehensive plan that includes the two main airlines - Riyadh Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines, in addition to other airline companies such as Flyadeal, Flynas, and others. He emphasized that the strategy has contributed to increasing the number of destinations connected to the Kingdom's airports from 100 to 172. He pointed to a clear development in legislation, which has contributed to the current renaissance in the Kingdom's aviation sector and attracted investment, in addition to the ongoing development of passenger rights and the improvement of services provided to them
