Malaysia first nation authorised to distribute official identification for all haj pilgrims
Called the 'nusuk card,' it was introduced by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
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Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen suggests Saudi Arabia invest in Cambodia’s rice industry
During the first 11 months of 2024, Cambodia exported more than 7,000 tonnes of rice to the Gulf nation.
Next-gen fighter being developed by Japan, U.K., Italy, could see Saudi sign on as ‘partner’
Japan, Britain and Italy aim to deploy the next-generation fighters from 2035, and they have signed a treaty to establish the GCAP International Government Organization (GIGO),…
Indian External Affairs Minister calls for Gaza ceasefire, says Saudi Arabia crucial for regional stability
Mr. Jaishankar said India and Saudi Arabia have a similar interest in preserving the stability of the region and in driving their respective economies to greater prosperity.
Vietnam PM Chinh calls for Saudi Arabia’s investment in key projects, especially in energy field
The Prime Minister encouraged Saudi Arabian investment funds to consider engaging in key projects of Vietnam, including building a petroleum storage and distribution centre for…
India, Saudi Arabia discuss avenues to strengthen defence cooperation
Detailed deliberations were held to expand the scope of engagement and cooperation in areas such as military, training, defence industry, R&D etc, the Ministry of Defence said on…
Saudi says 1,301 deaths during hajj, mostly unregistered pilgrims
The dead came from more than 10 countries stretching from the United States to Indonesia, and some governments are continuing to update their totals.
Haj pilgrimage ends amid deadly Saudi heat spike
One of the world’s largest religious gatherings unfolded during the oven-like Saudi summer again this year, and authorities recorded more than 2,700 cases of “heat…
Pilgrims flock to Makkah for Haj under shadow of Gaza conflict
One of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings officially begins on Friday, and Saudi officials are trying to keep the focus on prayers. The Gulf kingdom’s minister in…
World has failed Gaza: Saudi at Global Economic Summit
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Palestinian leaders, and high-ranking officials from other countries trying to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are attending the…