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TAG 91.1
14-05-2025
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
Abu Dhabi, Saudi Crown Princes discuss stronger regional cooperation
Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on the sidelines of the Gulf–US Summit in Riyadh on Wednesday. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen UAE-Saudi ties and expand cooperation across key sectors. They also exchanged views on regional and international developments, emphasising the need for unified Gulf efforts to enhance stability and support long-term growth. Sheikh Khaled led the UAE delegation to the Gulf-US Summit on behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets Saudi Crown Prince on sidelines of Gulf–US Summit in Riyadh #WamNews — WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) May 14, 2025
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India, Saudi Arabia deepen tech and tourism ties during PM Modi's visit
Photo: X RIYADH: India and Saudi Arabia have agreed to significantly deepen cooperation in technology and tourism, highlighting new areas of partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the Kingdom on April 22, 2025. Both sides identified emerging technologies, digital governance, and sustainable tourism as key drivers of future bilateral engagement, an official press release by the ministry of external affairs (MEA) stated. Emphasising the strategic importance of technological collaboration, the two nations agreed to work closely in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, semiconductors, and other advanced sectors. The leaders underlined the transformative role of digital governance and committed to exploring joint initiatives in this domain. As a major step forward, both sides welcomed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India and the Communications, Space and Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia. The agreement aims to boost cooperation in regulatory practices and digital sector development, reinforcing shared priorities in innovation and connectivity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Deccan Gymkhana: 2BHK Interiors starting at 3.5 Lakhs HomeLane Get Quote Undo Tourism also emerged as a major pillar of the evolving relationship. India and Saudi Arabia agreed to enhance collaboration in the tourism sector through capacity building, knowledge exchange, and sustainable tourism practices, stated the press release. The two sides noted the growing potential for cooperation in media, entertainment, and sports - sectors supported by the strong cultural and people-to-people connections between the two countries. The visit, undertaken at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third trip to the Kingdom. It built upon the momentum of the Crown Prince's historic visit to India in September 2023, where he co-chaired the first meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council and participated in the G20 Summit. Beyond tech and tourism, the leaders also reaffirmed shared commitments in other key areas, including climate action, circular carbon economy, and regional security. Both sides expressed satisfaction with the deepening of cooperation across cybersecurity, maritime border security, and counter-narcotics efforts.
Asharq Al-Awsat
23-04-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Welcomes Growing Int'l Support for Upcoming ‘Two-State Solution' Conference
The Saudi government welcomed on Tuesday the growing international support for the upcoming international conference on the peaceful resolution of the Palestinian cause and the implementation of the two-state solution, which will be co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and France. Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Jeddah. The cabinet also stressed the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid. The ministers reviewed Saudi Arabia's latest talks and consultations with brotherly and friendly countries on regional and international developments, prospects for cooperation, and ways to strengthen ties across various sectors. They reiterated the Kingdom's active role in supporting international security and stability, as well as its efforts to alleviate humanitarian suffering. The Cabinet reviewed the Kingdom's comprehensive economic, cultural, and social development efforts, along with completed plans and programs aimed at advancing national progress and benefiting citizens. It discussed steps to balance Riyadh's real estate sector, underlining the government's commitment to addressing rising land prices and rents in the capital in recent years. The Cabinet highlighted the new Arabian oil and natural gas discoveries in Eastern Region and the Empty Quarter, saying they represent a substantial boost to the Kingdom's economic standing and boost its capacity to meet long-term local and global energy demands. The Cabinet also noted the Kingdom's high rankings in international indicators, saying it is confirmation of the state's strong support for all sectors, driving them toward greater competitiveness and global leadership. Furthermore, the Cabinet lauded the awards and medals earned by government entities and Saudi students at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions 2025, which align with the Kingdom's aspirations for innovation and a prosperous future. It commended the second Human Capability Initiative Conference held in Riyadh, which featured over 100 launches, agreements, and memoranda of understanding aimed at fostering international cooperation and advancing the Vision 2030 goals on human capital development.
Zawya
14-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
20 global ministers gather in Riyadh for a ministerial roundtable on human capability development
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia/PRNewswire/ -- The Human Capability Development Program (HCDP), a Saudi Vision 2030 Realization Program, convened a ministerial roundtable on day one of the second edition of the Human Capability Initiative (HCI) conference. The HCI conference is held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of HCDP, on April 13 – 14 2025 in the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center under the theme of #BeyondReadiness The closed-door ministerial roundtable meeting focused on "AI Literacy for All: Promoting Equitable Access for Resilient Capabilities" and engaged 20 ministers from around the world, as well as local and global experts in education and technology, including representatives from the Saudi Education and Training Evaluation Commission, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the World Bank, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The roundtable explored the critical need for integrating digital skills as a cornerstone of human capability development and examined AI literacy's central role in ensuring individuals can thrive in an AI-driven economy. The meeting also highlighted the need to establish inclusive strategies that promote digital education, and the importance of integrating AI skills into curricula and strengthening international collaboration to discover scalable solutions that can provide equitable access to AI tools and digital training worldwide. Participants in the roundtable agreed to issue a joint statement following the meeting, which highlighted key aspects of the discussion and outlined their main recommendations on next steps, which are as follows: Advocating for the inclusion of AI literacy in national education systems, ensuring future generations are equipped with the skills necessary to succeed in an AI-powered world. Encouraging initiatives that support continuous education and reskilling opportunities for AI literacy, enabling individuals to remain adaptable in the face of technological advancements. Continuing to support the strengthening of international collaboration, sharing resources, knowledge, and experiences to enhance access to AI education globally. The roundtable reinforces the Kingdom's commitment to leading global efforts in human capability development in line with the Saudi Vision 2030, driven by its recognition of the central role of human capability development in achieving sustainable economic growth worldwide. Global participants in the roundtable identified innovative, concrete solutions to ensure that countries can remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth across various industries by enabling individuals and institutions to succeed in an AI-powered world. For more information, contact the HCI Conference Media Team: media@ Access the HCI Conference Website: Photo - SOURCE Human Capability Development Program (HCDP)
National News
01-04-2025
- Politics
- National News
Palestinian President and Saudi Crown Prince exchange Eid al-Fitr greetings
NNA - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Saudi Crown Prince, Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, exchanged Eid al-Fitr greetings today, emphasizing the depth and strength of fraternal relations between the two countries and peoples, according to the Palestinian News Agency, WAFA. ==========
