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Arab News
22-05-2025
- Arab News
Saudi authorities thwart attempt to smuggle amphetamines in Riyadh
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's counter-narcotics authority has dismantled a major amphetamine trafficking operation, seizing 1.52 million pills hidden within a table shipment in Riyadh and apprehending four suspects linked to the scheme. The General Directorate of Narcotics Control executed the bust as part of broader Interior Ministry initiatives to disrupt drug networks threatening national security. Investigators tracked the contraband to recipients in both Riyadh and Eastern Province, culminating in the arrest of three Syrian expatriates and one Saudi national. Security authorities urged the public to report drug smuggling or selling by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions. Reports can also be made to the General Directorate of Narcotics Control at 995 or via email.
South China Morning Post
12-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Starbucks, Dunkin', SUVs. For Saudis, US brands and culture an ‘inseparable part' of life
During his nine years living in the US state of Tennessee, Fahd, a Saudi national, found comfort and consistency at Dunkin' Donuts, where he placed the same order every day. Advertisement Now back in Riyadh, Fahd is doing something similar, highlighting the Saudi Arabian love affair with all things American that many find surprising. 'When I came here, thank God, the same cafe and same order were here too,' says the 31-year-old mechanical engineer, who does not want to give his family name. 'I started living the same lifestyle here as I did in America.' People sit at a Dunkin' coffee shop in Riyadh. Photo: AFP Saudi Arabia, often known for its religious austerity, is home to Islam's holiest sites, and welcomes millions of Muslim pilgrims every year.
Campaign ME
05-03-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
BPG Group appoints Norah Saud Alsaja as GM for BPG Arabia
BPG Bates PanGulf, part of WPP, has appointed Norah Saud Alsaja as General Manager for BPG Arabia, as it continues to strengthen its presence and capabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alsaja, a Saudi National, brings almost two decades of experience delivering innovative strategies for brands across the US, Middle East and Africa. As the General Manager of BPG Arabia, she will lead branding, strategic communication, customer experience (CX), PR, social and creative campaigns tailored to the evolving Saudi market, helping government entities and private organisations achieve their goals. Alsaja has vast experience launching successful campaigns for large-scale initiatives in Saudi Arabia, including the FIFA Club World Cup and Noor Riyadh. She has worked with global organisations such as P&G, General Mills, and Henkel, in addition to spearheading transformative projects under Vision 2030, such as the Riyadh Art initiatives during her tenure with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. Commenting on the appointment, Avi Bhojani, Group CEO, BPG, said, 'We are delighted to welcome Norah to the team. Her track record of working with leading Saudi and international brands coupled with her deep cultural understanding of the evolving Saudi landscape, stood out for us – and we are excited for her to be a significant part of business expansion plans in the Kingdom.' Bhojani added, 'BPG's CX first and integrated by intent positioning aligns with Saudi Arabia's rapid digital transformation – and we are confident that Norah will be able to take our creative capabilities to the right partners in this dynamic market.' Alsaja holds a degree in Systems Management from Georgetown University and an MPH in Communications from George Washington University. She is a graduate of the prestigious Misk 2030 Leaders Programme and a member of the Saudi Leadership Society, having been recognised for her leading role in shaping the Kingdom's communications landscape. Reacting to the appointment, Alsaja said: 'I am excited to lead BPG's integrated communications and 'digital first' approach in KSA. Saudi brands are increasingly looking to work with agencies that bring innovative thinking and integrated strategies to the table – and I believe BPG's legacy of working on trailblazing campaigns in the region coupled with their expertise in multi-disciplinary practices, puts them at the forefront of the business. I look forward to working with the team to drive profitability and growth in the Kingdom.' She is supported in Saudi Arabia with a quality team of 14 across Riyadh and Jeddah with supplementing of resources from BPG's flagship Dubai Office, Kuwait's largest BPG office as well as BPG's Global Cloud resources.
