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Miami Herald
15-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Satellite Images Show Desert Ski Resort Emerge at World's Biggest Construction Site
New satellite imagery reveals advancing work at a mountain ski resort in Saudi Arabia as part of the ambitious Neom project, the world's biggest construction site. Newsweek has reached out to Neom's team for comment on the latest development shown by photos from Planet Labs and provided exclusively to Newsweek. The outdoor ski resort in a desert country known for being one of the hottest in the world symbolises the ambition of the megaproject of Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman at Neom. Most of the snow will be artificial. The images show the advances on the site in the absence of official updates and with some critics questioning how far work is progressing and questioning whether it has been affected by setbacks. Trojena, on the mountain of Jebel al Lawz in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, rises to more than 8,500 feet above sea level, according to the project's description on Neom's website. The project—envisioned as the world's first "vertical ski village"—extends over an area of nearly 870 square miles and is set to include about 18 miles of ski slopes, in addition to a dozen hotels and tens of thousands of shops and restaurants. It also includes a giant man-made lake that would take up to 15 billion gallons of water, according to Trojena's Instagram account. Philip Gullett, Trojena's Executive Director at Neom, called the project's progress "a military operation," citing the challenge of building infrastructure in remote mountains, speaking this week at the Saudi Giga Projects Summit, according to Zawya platform. Neom, the flagship element of Vision 2030, Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman's strategy to diversify its economy away from oil dependence, has been accused of having an unrealistic scope and ambitious timeline, with other concerns pertaining to the project's effects on climate change and the kingdom's human rights abuse allegations. "You're changing a natural ecosystem which can have compounding impacts," said climate consultant Ahmed el-Droubi, currently the global campaigns manager at Climate Action Network International, according to Euro News in 2022. Saudi Arabia's advances were hailed by U.S. President Donald Trump during a visit to the country this week which culminated in a $600 billion investment deal. Philip Gullett, Executive Director and Region Head of Trojena, quoted on Neom's website: "From up there you can look over to the Gulf of Aqaba too. And over to Egypt as well as the whole NEOM region." Richard Scott, Senior Development Manager at Trojena: "Most of the snow in Trojena will be machine-made snow." The ski resort is due to be completed for the Asian Winter Games in 2029 to be hosted in Saudi Arabia. Related Articles NASA Images Reveal Texan Conditions Not Seen Since 1936Satellite Images Show Progress on Egypt's Vast New CapitalSatellite Image Shows Iran Reinforcing Nuclear ComplexSatellite Images May Show North Korea's Biggest Warship Ever 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
15-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
New satellite photos show desert ski resort emerging at world's biggest construction site
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. New satellite imagery reveals advancing work at a mountain ski resort in Saudi Arabia as part of the ambitious Neom project, the world's biggest construction site. Newsweek has reached out to Neom's team for comment on the latest development shown by photos from Planet Labs and provided exclusively to Newsweek. Why It Matters The outdoor ski resort in a desert country known for being one of the hottest in the world symbolises the ambition of the megaproject of Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman at Neom. Most of the snow will be artificial. The images show the advances on the site in the absence of official updates and with some critics questioning how far work is progressing and questioning whether it has been affected by setbacks. Drag slider compare photos What To Know Trojena, on the mountain of Jebel al Lawz in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, rises to more than 8,500 feet above sea level, according to the project's description on Neom's website. The project—envisioned as the world's first "vertical ski village"—extends over an area of nearly 870 square miles and is set to include about 18 miles of ski slopes, in addition to a dozen hotels and tens of thousands of shops and restaurants. It also includes a giant man-made lake that would take up to 15 billion gallons of water, according to Trojena's Instagram account. Philip Gullett, Trojena's Executive Director at Neom, called the project's progress "a military operation," citing the challenge of building infrastructure in remote mountains, speaking this week at the Saudi Giga Projects Summit, according to Zawya platform. Discover life at new heights—at the Ski Village. Experience the joy of waking up above the clouds, surrounded by endless experiences at every level. This is mountain living, elevated in every sense. Welcome to a lifestyle where the sky is truly the limit. — TROJENA (@NEOMTROJENA) March 5, 2025 Neom, the flagship element of Vision 2030, Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman's strategy to diversify its economy away from oil dependence, has been accused of having an unrealistic scope and ambitious timeline, with other concerns pertaining to the project's effects on climate change and the kingdom's human rights abuse allegations. "You're changing a natural ecosystem which can have compounding impacts," said climate consultant Ahmed el-Droubi, currently the global campaigns manager at Climate Action Network International, according to Euro News in 2022. Saudi Arabia's advances were hailed by U.S. President Donald Trump during a visit to the country this week which culminated in a $600 billion investment deal. What People Are Saying Philip Gullett, Executive Director and Region Head of Trojena, quoted on Neom's website: "From up there you can look over to the Gulf of Aqaba too. And over to Egypt as well as the whole NEOM region." Richard Scott, Senior Development Manager at Trojena: "Most of the snow in Trojena will be machine-made snow." What Happens Next The ski resort is due to be completed for the Asian Winter Games in 2029 to be hosted in Saudi Arabia.
United News of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
President Trump says US brokered the India-Pakistan ceasefire, and used trade to achieve it
Riyadh/New Delhi, May 13 (UNI) US President Donald Trump today reiterated that his administration brokered a 'historic ceasefire' between India and Pakistan, and used trade to a large extent to achieve it. Addressing a conference after talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman in Riyadh, Trump also said that had his administration not stepped in then India and Pakistan would have been "trading nuclear missiles" instead. 'Just days ago my administration successfully, we brokered a historic ceasefire to stop the escalating violence between India and Pakistan; and I used trade to a large extent to do it,' to loud applause from the audience including the Saudi Crown Prince. 'I said 'fellows, come on, let's make a deal. 'Let's do some trading, let's not trade nuclear missiles, let's trade the things you make so beautifully. And they both have very powerful leaders, very strong leaders, good leaders, smart leaders. 'And it all stopped, hopefully, it'll remain that way,' the US President said 'And it all stopped, I am proud of (US Secretary of State) Marco Rubio and all of the people that worked so hard,' he said, and also thanked VP JD Vance. The US President also proposed that the leaders of India and Pakistan could be brought to share 'a nice dinner together'. 'Actually, getting along, maybe we can even get them together a little bit, Marco, with a nice dinner together, wouldn't that be nice?', he said to smiles around, including from the US Secretary of State. 'But we've come a long way. And millions of people could have died from that conflict, that started off small, and was getting big, and bigger and bigger by the day.' India has said that trade was never discussed during the discussions with the US over lowering the tensions with Pakistan. UNI RN
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Warplanes, Chandeliers: Trump Gets Royal Welcome In Saudi Arabia
With fighter jets and mounted cavalry, Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman gave Donald Trump a lavish royal welcome in Riyadh Tuesday, as the president kicked off a multi-day tour of the Gulf. Shortly before Air Force One landed in the Saudi capital, Trump's adviser Dan Scavino posted a video on X showing Saudi warplanes -- American-made F-15s -- escorting the presidential aircraft during its final approach to Riyadh. After touching down, Trump was greeted on the tarmac by Prince Mohamed, waiting on a purple carpet flanked by a guard of honour -- a privilege only bestowed upon the most favoured of guests. The wealthy Gulf monarchy's penchant for luxury likely found a receptive audience with Trump's own taste for military decorum mixed with opulence. The US president recently announced plans to hold a rare military parade in Washington next month to mark the 250th anniversary of the US army alongside his 79th birthday. The warm welcome highlighted the two powerful leaders' close personal ties -- in sharp contrast with the frosty relations that marked the beginning of Joe Biden's term. - 'Like each other a lot' - "I really believe we like each other a lot," Trump said during a bilateral meeting with the Saudi de facto ruler. Biden had vowed to punish the crown prince after US intelligence concluded that he ordered the murder of Saudi dissident and US resident Jamal Khashoggi, but later mended ties during a meeting in Riyadh. Under Trump, the Saudi crown prince was the first head of state to be granted a call with the newly-elected president. After leaving the tarmac on Tuesday, the two men engaged in an animated conversation during a reception in the royal terminal. There, they sat on golden chairs next to golden tables under massive portraits of the crown prince, King Salman, and the late founder of the kingdom. Later, the US president's armoured Cadillac -- known as "the Beast" -- headed to the Al-Yamama Palace in Riyadh flanked by mounted cavalry decked out in traditional attire. The crown prince and Trump then walked through a labyrinth of marble corridors with gold-embellished wooden doors before arriving in a vast reception hall dotted with gigantic chandeliers. There, they smiled and shook hands with a long procession of waiting businessmen and officials. Also in attendance was the world's richest man and key Trump ally Elon Musk -- who swapped his usually relaxed attire for a suit and tie. The wealthy Gulf state's display of grandeur likely meshed well with Trump's own love of luxury -- with the president recently decking out the Oval Office with gilded souvenirs and gold-plated, Trump-branded coasters. Defending the White House's new look, Trump said it "becomes more and more beautiful with love - you know we handle it with great love - and 24-karat gold, that always helps too".
Al Taghyeer
29-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Taghyeer
Sudanese army chief conducts talks with Saudi Crown Prince
Head of Sudan's coup Sovereign Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, arrived in Saudi Arabia on Friday evening on unannounced visit. Khartoum: Altaghyeer Chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) cum head of the coup Sovereign Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, on Friday held talks with the Saudi Crown Prince, Mohamed bin Salman, after arriving at Holy Mecca in what was described as 'brotherly visit' to Saudi Arabia. The talks dealt with the bilateral relations between the two countries and means to develop mutual cooperation for the benefit of the people of the two countries. Al-Burhan briefed the Saudi Crown Prince on the latest developments in Sudan following the recent victories scored by the SAF in its war with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) including recapture of the Presidential Palace and the entire city of Khartoum. He affirmed that SAF was working towards creating conducive situations for establishing a civil elected government. Saudi Arabia has previously reiterated its full support for the Sudan's safety, stability, and unity, urging the Sudanese to prioritize the interest of their homeland and avoid its partition. It has further pledged to participate in rehabilitation operations when the war ends. A high-level Saudi delegation, led by the Kingdom ambassador to Sudan, Ali bin Jaffar, paid a visit to Port Sudan Airport and donated a goods scanning device to the airport authorities.
