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Arab News
07-08-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Jeddah Municipality focuses on business regulation
JEDDAH: Jeddah Municipality has intensified oversight efforts to monitor the implementation of updated municipal requirements for non-food outlets, aiming to enhance compliance and regulate the business environment within the governorate. The municipality asserts that the updated requirements regulate development processes while positively impacting the city's urban environment. Facility owners have a 180-day grace period to rectify any violations, effective from the date the requirements are published on the Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing's website. These efforts support the ministry's objectives to develop and enhance business environments, assist investors, address visual distortions, and foster new business models for entrepreneurs.
Arab News
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Saudi FM arrives in Moscow on official visit
RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrived in Moscow on an official visit on Thursday, the Kingdom's Foreign Ministry reported. Prince Faisal is expected to discuss Saudi-Russian relations and ways to strengthen them. Important international and regional issues and matters of common interest will also be discussed, the ministry said.
Asharq Al-Awsat
12-06-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia, Netherlands Sign Several Agreements on Environment, Water and Agriculture
Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands have signed several agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between entities from the environment, water and agriculture sectors. The deals include investments exceeding SAR428 million to develop and localize advanced technologies in environmental, water and agricultural fields. During his June 10–12 visit to the Netherlands, Saudi Vice Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Mansour bin Hilal Al Mushaiti oversaw the signing of 27 agreements and MoUs, in the presence of senior officials from the ministry and representatives from both the public and private sectors. The visit comes as part of the ministry's strategy to enhance the global competitiveness of Saudi Arabia's agricultural sector, expand the production and export of local agricultural products, boost trade with the Netherlands and strengthen international partnerships in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Arab News
09-06-2025
- General
- Arab News
Makkah exhibition welcomes pilgrims among its visitors
MAKKAH: The third Wahat Exhibition, which is being organized by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in Makkah, is continuing to welcome visitors — including Hajj pilgrims, citizens, and residents — from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The exhibition runs until June 15, the Saudi Press Agency reported. It features a section devoted to the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Qur'an, as well as rare manuscripts from the Makkah Library. The exhibition also includes historic photographs of Makkah along with a documentary film which showcases past Hajj experiences and the development of services for pilgrims. Visitors have praised the high-quality content, commending the ministry's efforts in raising awareness, advancing technology, and improving communication and services for pilgrims. They have said the exhibition reflects the Kingdom's comprehensive efforts to serve pilgrims, promote religious awareness, and uphold the values of moderation and tolerance. The Hadiyah Charity Association organized an exhibition in Mina during Hajj to showcase the Kingdom's efforts in serving Islam and Muslims to reflect the rich cultural and geographical diversity of the Islamic world. As a vibrant representation of global Islamic cultures, the exhibition underscored the Kingdom's message of unity and hospitality toward pilgrims from all nations, the SPA reported. Through immersive displays, it highlighted the Kingdom's commitment to fostering harmony among civilizations and promoting mutual respect and appreciation.
Arab News
03-06-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Municipalities Ministry launches home delivery permit service, effective July 1
RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing launched the Home Delivery Permit service for food and non-food delivery establishments via the Balady platform, Saudi Press Agency reported Tuesday. This initiative supports ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of life and elevate safety and compliance standards within the delivery sector across the Kingdom. The delivery service aims to regulate delivery operations within cities by ensuring establishments comply with health and technical requirements, thereby contributing to a safe and efficient environment that enhances consumer confidence. The requirements for the permit include obtaining a health certificate for all home delivery service workers, securing approval from the authority supervising the commercial activity, clearly displaying the establishment's name or trademark on delivery vehicles, and ensuring these vehicles comply with the technical and health standards necessary for safe product transportation. The ministry explained that mandatory enforcement of license issuance will begin on July 1, 2025. Municipalities will carry out field inspections to ensure compliance and will take regulatory action against violators. Business owners can apply for the home delivery permit through the Balady platform by visiting: This initiative is part of the ministry's broader efforts to develop the regulatory framework for the services sector and to ensure the provision of safe delivery services, in line with the objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030. Last month, the ministry announced the launch of the Balady Plus app — an intelligent platform aimed at enhancing quality of life in Saudi cities and facilitating daily mobility for residents and visitors. According to the ministry, Balady Plus was developed by national talents to be more than just a navigation tool. It offers an interactive 3D map experience with precise local content that reflects the real landscape of Saudi cities and adapts to their changes in real time. The application features smart mobility services, including live updates on roads, locations, and services. It also supports indoor navigation in commercial centers, alerts users about speed bumps, obstacles, and road closures, and integrates data from government entities and the local community.
