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  • Saudi’s 1st Yogacharya Nouf Al-Marwaai to represent Kingdom at India’s G20 Summit

    Saudi’s 1st Yogacharya Nouf Al-Marwaai to represent Kingdom at India’s G20 Summit

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    Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s first woman yoga master and chairperson of the Saudi committee for Yoga Nouf Al-Marwaai will represent the country on the sidelines of the G20 summit in India in September this year.

    They have been invited to deliver a speech at the C20 programme, that will be held under the theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (One Land, One Family, One Future Through Yoga).

    Through Al-Marwaai’s participation, the Kingdom coordinates various events and activities of the program to realize the G20 message of development, peaceful coexistence and the promotion of health and well-being through sports, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

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    “I am pleased and honored to represent our dear Kingdom 🇸🇦 in the international forum of the civil society group ‎@C20EG within the G20 programs in the Republic of India 🇮🇳 2023 AD in support of the practice of yoga. I extend my sincere thanks and gratitude to our wise leadership and His Highness the Minister of Sports ‎@AbdulazizTF for the unlimited support for women,” Nouf Al-Marwaai tweeted on May 4.

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    On May 2, Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan met Nouf Al-Marwaai in Riyadh and congratulated for her work.

    In turn, Nouf Al-Marwaai took to Twitter and wrote, “Meeting with the Honorable Minister of State for External Affairs, Gov of India @MOS_MEA in Riyadh today discussing bilateral exchanges in the field of Yoga & upcoming Yoga activities during India’s G20 Presidency in @C20EG @iccr_hq.”

    What is G20 Summit?

    G20 Summits are held annually, led by a rotating presidency. It initially focused largely on broad macroeconomic issues, but has since expanded its agenda to include trade, sustainable development, health, agriculture, energy, environment, climate change and anti-corruption.

    G20 or Group of 20 is an intergovernmental forum comprising 19 countries and the European Union (EU).

    The members of the G20 are Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkiye, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union.

    India is hosting the 18th edition of the G20 summit from September 9 to 10 in New Delhi this year.



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  • Saudi’s Boeing deal to create 100,000 jobs in US, says Princess Reema

    Saudi’s Boeing deal to create 100,000 jobs in US, says Princess Reema

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    Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar has said that the recent Saudi deal with Boeing to create around 100,000 direct and indirect jobs in the US.

    On Friday, Saudi Ambassador to Washington, Princess Reema bint Bandar, visited a Boeing facility in Charleston, South Carolina, to celebrate the historic deal.

    In a speech during the event, Princess Reema congratulated the Boeing Company team for their work while highlighting the long-standing trade ties between Saudi Arabia and the US.

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    She emphasised the significance of the agreement, saying that “in just a few years, Boeing planes will transport millions of tourists to the Kingdom, and for many of them, this trip may be their first, which would contribute to deepening the relations between our peoples and would also contribute to the rapprochement of our cultures.”

    Taking to Twitter, Princess Reema wrote, “Delighted to be in Charleston, South Carolina to meet with the Boeing team & celebrate the agreement between @Saudi_Airlines, #RiyadhAir & @BoeingAirplanes, which will propel KSA into a global logistics hub & generate 200.000 direct & indirect Saudi jobs & countless opportunities.”

    “This historic investment will create around 100,000 direct & indirect jobs in the US across several states, including hundreds of suppliers and many small businesses,” She adds.

    “We’re proud to partner with American companies to shape a more prosperous, secure future for KSA & the Middle,” she added.

    In March, Saudi Arabia signed a 37 billion dollars deal with US company Boeing to purchase up to 121 aircraft to help launch the new airline in the Kingdom ‘Riyadh Air’.

    The deal will see the delivery of GE-powered Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Saudi Arabia, with 72 of the aircraft destined for Riyadh Air.

    This is the fifth-largest commercial aircraft deal by value in Boeing’s history.



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  • Saudis will no longer need visa to enter Singapore from June 1

    Saudis will no longer need visa to enter Singapore from June 1

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    Saudis will no longer need visa to enter Singapore from June 1

    Riyadh: Saudi national will no longer need to apply for a visa to enter Singapore, starting from Thursday, June 1.

    Singaporean embassy in Riyadh said on Twitter, citing a statement from the Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, “Saudi nationals with passports issued by the KSA will no longer need to apply for an entry visa to enter Singapore from June 1, 2023.”

    Except for holders of Saudi diplomatic passports, who are already exempt from Singapore visa requirements, all other Saudis must apply for a visa if they intend to enter Singapore before June 1.

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    “There is strictly no refund of the visa processing fee for those who have already submitted or received the outcome of their entry visa applications,” the embassy added on Twitter.

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  • Saudi’s Al-Hilal makes ‘official offer’ to Lionel Messi

    Saudi’s Al-Hilal makes ‘official offer’ to Lionel Messi

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    Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s football club, Al Hilal, has offered Argentine star, Lionel Messi, a salary of over 400 million euros (Rs 35,99,18,15,088) per year, which will make him the highest-paid footballer in the world.

    Taking to Twitter, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano on Wednesday said that Al Hilal is willing to pay up to 400 million euros for the Argentine star.

    However, Romano indicated that Messi’s priority is to play in Europe, despite receiving an official offer from Al-Hilal.

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    Lionel Messi, who has scored 29 goals and provided 32 assists in 67 appearances for PSG, joined the club in 2021 on a two-year deal that expires at the end of the current season.

    The offer is twice as much as the Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo paid by Al Hilal’s rival, Al Nassr FC, 200 million euros (Rs 17,99,59,07,544).

    Die-hard Messi fans expressed their delight at Romano’s tweet.

    One fan wrote, “We will have to wait and see how this show affects his decision-making process. Messi is without a doubt one of the greatest footballers of all time, and wherever he goes, he will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact.”

    Another fan tweeted, “Oh if Messi goes there, the Saudi League explodes. Ronaldo vs Messi.”



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  • Saudis, other oil giants announce surprise production cuts

    Saudis, other oil giants announce surprise production cuts

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    The production cuts alone could push U.S. gasoline prices up by roughly 26 cents per gallon, in addition to the usual increase that comes when refineries change the gasoline blend during the summer driving season, said Kevin Book, managing director of Clearview Energy Partners LLC. The Energy Department calculates the seasonal increase at an average of 32 cents per gallon, Book said.

    So with an average U.S. price now at roughly $3.50 per gallon of regular, according to AAA, that could mean gasoline over $4 per gallon during the summer.

    However, Book said there are a number of complex variables in oil and gas prices. The size of each country’s production cut depends on the baseline production number it is using, so the cut might not be 1.15 million. It also could take much of the year for the cuts to take effect. Demand could fall if the U.S. enters a recession caused by the banking crisis. But it also could increase during the summer as more people travel.

    Even though the production cut is only about 1% of the roughly 100 million barrels of oil the world uses per day, the impact on prices could be big, Book said.

    “It’s a big deal because of the way oil prices work,” he said. “You are in a market that is relatively balanced. You take a small amount away, depending on what demand does, you could have a very significant price response.”

    Saudi Arabia announced the biggest cut among OPEC members at 500,000 barrels per day. The cuts are in addition to a reduction announced last October that infuriated the Biden administration.

    The Saudi Energy Ministry described the move as a “precautionary measure” aimed at stabilizing the oil market. The cuts represent less than 5% of Saudi Arabia’s average production of 11.5 million barrels per day in 2022.

    Iraq said it would reduce production by 211,000 barrels per day, the United Arab Emirates by 144,000, Kuwait by 128,000, Kazakhstan by 78,000, Algeria by 48,000 and Oman by 40,000. The announcements were carried by each country’s state media.

    Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak meanwhile said Moscow would extend a voluntary cut of 500,000 until the end of the year, according to remarks carried by the state news agency Tass. Russia had announced the unilateral reduction in February after Western countries imposed price caps.

    All are members of the so-called OPEC+ group of oil exporting countries, which includes the original Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries as well as Russia and other major producers. There was no immediate statement from OPEC itself.

    The cuts announced in October — of some 2 million barrels a day — had come on the eve of U.S. midterm elections in which soaring prices were a major issue. President Joe Biden vowed at the time that there would be “consequences” and Democratic lawmakers called for freezing cooperation with the Saudis.

    Both the U.S. and Saudi Arabia denied any political motives in the dispute.

    Since those cuts, oil prices have trended down. Brent crude, a global benchmark, was trading around $80 a barrel at the end of last week, down from around $95 in early October, when the earlier cuts were agreed.

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  • NEOM’s hiring: Here is how to get a job at Saudi’s mega-project

    NEOM’s hiring: Here is how to get a job at Saudi’s mega-project

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    Riyadh: NEOM, the 500 billion dollars futuristic city being built in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), is looking to hire top talent from around the world to turn the megaproject into a reality.

    As construction workers get underway on the vast site and lay the foundations for the massive project on the Red Sea, recruiters are looking for candidates to work in a range of different sectors, from finance, public safety, sports, strategic planning and technology.

    Here is a quick guide to learning all about applying for a job on a futuristic urban development project

    What jobs are available in NEOM?

    There are currently 230 positions being advertised by the development, in a variety of sectors and a variety of pay grades.

    There are currently many sectors being employed in manufacturing and innovation, corporate development, health and safety, finance, public safety, sports, strategic planning and technology, sea conservation, government involvement, and government services and operations.

    More positions in the areas of security operations, risk management, environment, board relations, energy, real estate, executive management, land mobility, urban planning, heritage, logistics operations, supply chain services, water utility, corporate services and asset development, municipal affairs and positions within NEOM’s Talent Academy is also open.

    Eligibility criteria

    “The most ambitious project in the world calls for the most ambitious people,” said a statement by NEOM, on the recruitment section of its website.

    “The work you do here will have a lasting impact not just on how we live our lives, but not on the future of the planet itself. If you believe in building a better world and having something to contribute to it, then you could find yourself among the pioneers who are making their home with us at NEOM.”

    However, megaproject has eligibility criteria for applicants, however, these vary among the many open job roles but all positions require at least a bachelor’s degree — many also require further higher education such as a master’s degree — while recruiters are looking for broad experience in the applicant’s fields and strong verbal and communication skills.

    Perks and benefits

    • Annual and monthly tickets
    • Community benefits such as accommodation, recreation and meals

    How to apply to NEOM?

    Interested candidates can apply for a job in NEOM via the official website, submitting their CV, cover letter, and additional required documents.

    Candidates can also choose to create a customized CV based on NEOM requirements on the website, along with a cover letter matching the requirements and qualifications in the job listing.

    What is NEOM?

    An initiative of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman – NEOM is a vast area of ​​the country earmarked for development.

    Although often referred to as a smart city, NEOM is more accurately described as a region that includes cities, resorts, and other developments.

    The project is largely financed by the Public Investment Fund, which invests on behalf of the Saudi Arabian government. The Saudi Development Company, formed to create Neom, led by Chief Executive Officer Nadami al-Nasr, claims the fund will contribute 500 billion dollars to the project.

    It forms part of the Saudi Vision 2030 plan to diversify the country’s economy to reduce its dependence on oil.

    Where is NEOM?

    NEOM covers an area of ​​approximately 10,200 square miles (26,500 square kilometres) in northwest Saudi Arabia.

    What will be in NEOM?

    Neom will consist of 10 projects, which they call regions. So far, the details of four regions have been announced. These are Oxagon, Trojena, and Sindalah, along with the most well-known The Line.

    When will NEOM be built?

    NEOM is working on an ambitious timeline and most of the project will be built by 2030.

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  • Saudi’s cube-shaped project lands in controversy over ‘replicating Kaaba’

    Saudi’s cube-shaped project lands in controversy over ‘replicating Kaaba’

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    “The Mukaab” — a huge cube-shaped structure project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has given rise to controversy on social media platforms for its resemblance to the ‘Kaaba’ which is Islam’s holiest site in Makkah.

    The controversy began after Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, announced the launch of the New Murabba Development Company on Thursday, February 16, which aims to develop “the world’s largest modern downtown in Riyadh”.

    The huge golden cube, which has a capacity of 20 buildings the size of New York’s Empire State Building, plans to integrate residential units, entertainment spaces, hotels and restaurants into the city of the future.

    However, the design caused an uproar online due to its cubic shape, with many saying it was an attempt by the Saudi authorities to take the focus away from the Kaaba in Makkah.

    Some people allege that the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia is building “a separate Kaaba for himself, which is for entertainment.” 

    “Is Mohamed bin Salman building his own Kaaba in Riyadh? This is the design he has chosen for his latest project; a new “Kaaba” of entertainment!! Surely only a wretched individual would choose a holy design for such an unholy purpose!!” Author, Chairman of Almustakillah TV, Dr Mohammad al-Hachimi al-Hamidi, who is a PhD from the University of London tweeted.

    “When Bin Salman stood on top of the holy Kaaba in Mecca in 2019, it was almost symbolic of his intention to subjugate the Islamic influences in #SaudiArabia. Today he has embarked on another symbolic challenge in announcing plans to build a new ‘Kaaba’ of entertainment”, Sami Hamdi, a commentator on MENA, tweeted.

    Intercept reporter Murtaza Hussain joined in questioning the choice of design, saying, “Building a new Kaaba exclusively devoted to capitalism is a little too on the nose.”

    The user also claimed that Saudi Arabia tries to minimize reverence and respect for other buildings by creating such structures.

    “It appears [the crown prince] is building his Kaaba. Will he enforce it as the new qibla for worshippers?” another tweeted.

    However, other social media users, including those from Saudi Arabia, responded to the criticism. “Why are foreign Muslims so easy to manipulate?” asked one user.

    “If every cubic-shaped building is ‘a new Kaaba’, you will find millions of kaabas in Riyadh, because we have a lot of cubic-shaped buildings.”

    As per a report by Arab News, in July 2006, a story in Arabic was shared that someone is deliberately mocking Islam by building another Kaaba in New York, only the cube-shaped building will not be not for the God-fearing devotees, but a 24-hour nightclub 24/7 which – according to translated stories – would be “Makkah” for visitors to New York.

    Later it became clear that the building was neither a nightclub nor a replica of the Kaaba. It was, however, the iconic cube-shaped Apple flagship store on New York’s 5th Avenue.

    Because earlier images showed that the glass sides of the cube-shaped shop covered with a protective black layer caused an absolutely false story to spread like wildfire, due to the colour resemblance of the actual Kaaba.

    “There’s a fascinating plot twist when you compare the two stories – the Apple Store versus The Mukaab. In the second, the land of this so-called diabolical plot is no longer “the infidels” United States of America, but the Kingdom which is the cradle of Islam,” Arab News reported.

    It is reported that the reasons for these claims are, of course, an attempt to discredit and cast doubt on the huge and impressive reforms of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.



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  • Who is Rayyanah Barnawi? Know more on Saudi’s 1st woman set to go to space

    Who is Rayyanah Barnawi? Know more on Saudi’s 1st woman set to go to space

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    Who is Rayyanah Barnawi? Saudi Arabia's first woman set to go to space

    Riyadh: A big milestone is on the horizon for Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom is sending its first female astronaut, Rayyanah Barnawi, to the International Space Station (ISS) during the second quarter of this year.

    The 33-year-old Rayyanah Barnawi is set to join on an 10-day mission into space with the crew of the AX-2 space mission.

    Rayyanah Barnawi, works as a research and laboratory specialist.

    Barnawi obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Reproductive Science, Genetic Engineering and Tissue Development from the University of Otago in New Zealand, and a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from King Faisal University, and has nine years of experience in the field of cancer stem cells.

    Saudi Arabia on Sunday announced the sending of the first Saudi female and male astronauts to the International Space Station during the second quarter of the year 2023, where the Saudi female and male astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Al-Qarni will join the crew of the AX-2 mission.

    The scientific journey will start from the United States of America to the International Space Station, as the program includes training a female pilot and two other astronauts on all mission requirements, namely Mariam Firdous and Ali Al-Ghamdi.

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  • Saudis donation exceed SAR251 million to help Turkey, Syria earthquake survivors

    Saudis donation exceed SAR251 million to help Turkey, Syria earthquake survivors

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    Riyadh: The value of donations from the Saudi Arabia popular campaign for relief to those affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquakes has reached 251 million Saudi riyals (Rs 5,52,14,07,813) on Saturday, February 11.

    On February 8, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center launched a popular campaign to collect donations through the Sahem platform to help the earthquake victims. The number of donors has so far reached about 715,622 people.

    Since its launch, the frequent update of the campaign platform shows a remarkable increase in the number of participants and value of donations.

    Sixteen Arab countries namely Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the Emirates, Egypt, Lebanon, Algeria, Jordan, Bahrain, Libya, Tunisia, Palestine, Iraq, Mauritania, Sudan and Oman, officially announced the establishment of air bridges and the provision of urgent relief and medical aid to support Turkey.

    At dawn on February 6, an earthquake of 7.7 degrees struck southern Turkey and northern Syria, followed hours later by another with a magnitude of 7.6 and dozens of aftershocks, leaving huge losses of lives and property in both countries.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    The death toll from the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria has risen to more than 26,000, while the number of injured has reached more than 85,000, by Saturday evening.



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